These days people are always "Thinking Green"...trying to find ways to be environmentally friendly. But did you know you can actually SAVE MONEY thinking green? That's right! When you begin a new project, say it be organizing a space, updating an area, or just making a change think about how you can THINK GREEN and SAVE MONEY at the same time.
Look at what you already have and start there. Is there something you can reuse, reconfigure, or adapt to make what you are needing into a workable solution. Take for instance changing the direction or orientation of an object from vertical to horizontal and see if it will work. It sounds so simple, yet it actually could be the best solution for you without having to purchase something new. So before you run out to buy new look at your space with a fresh set of eyes and see if mixing things up could save you some Green.
If that doesn't work try looking at a second hand store or even tag/yard sale. This is another great way to reuse what has already been purchased and make new again. Once again, don't just look at an object for its intended use, look beyond and see if it may have another use for your situation.
Another suggestion is to look on line...try "Google" to save time running around and look for ideas on line. Look for sizes and dimension, colors textures, get ideas, etc. This may be a good step 2 for some of you. Upon finding ideas on line, then you can make a better decision about where to shop for your coveted item.
When you make a purchase think Green. Is this item something that will biodegrade in time such as biodegradable materials? Is it something that you can use for other projects once your use for it is finished? How can you use the waste for another project? Is there excess packaging that will fill up the landfills or can the packaging be made useful?
It isn't that we want to stop consuming new goods, but we do want to consider their impact on our future environment and how it will eventually impact the next generations. It all begins with one person making a difference and then teaching that principle to others. When you believe in making a difference in others lives it's amazing what an impact you can have no matter the suggestion.
So until next time, continue Thinking Green!
Look at what you already have and start there. Is there something you can reuse, reconfigure, or adapt to make what you are needing into a workable solution. Take for instance changing the direction or orientation of an object from vertical to horizontal and see if it will work. It sounds so simple, yet it actually could be the best solution for you without having to purchase something new. So before you run out to buy new look at your space with a fresh set of eyes and see if mixing things up could save you some Green.
If that doesn't work try looking at a second hand store or even tag/yard sale. This is another great way to reuse what has already been purchased and make new again. Once again, don't just look at an object for its intended use, look beyond and see if it may have another use for your situation.
Another suggestion is to look on line...try "Google" to save time running around and look for ideas on line. Look for sizes and dimension, colors textures, get ideas, etc. This may be a good step 2 for some of you. Upon finding ideas on line, then you can make a better decision about where to shop for your coveted item.
When you make a purchase think Green. Is this item something that will biodegrade in time such as biodegradable materials? Is it something that you can use for other projects once your use for it is finished? How can you use the waste for another project? Is there excess packaging that will fill up the landfills or can the packaging be made useful?
It isn't that we want to stop consuming new goods, but we do want to consider their impact on our future environment and how it will eventually impact the next generations. It all begins with one person making a difference and then teaching that principle to others. When you believe in making a difference in others lives it's amazing what an impact you can have no matter the suggestion.
So until next time, continue Thinking Green!
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