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New Traditions

According to the E.P.A, household waste increases 25% during the holiday season. Even avid recyclers find themselves overwhelmed with the leftover holiday heap.

If you aren't already recycling during the Christmas craze, start a new holiday tradition.

Before the big day arrives, designate a responsible family member to oversee the recycling duties. Involve the kids in gathering, sorting, and breaking down boxes. Grab the kids, pile it all in the car, and drive to the recycling center in your Christmas p.j.'s.

What if your family gathers in a no recycling zone? Offer to make a special trip to the recycle center or drop it off on your way home. If your host still objects, rescue the boxes from the burn pile with a white Christmas lie: a friend may need moving boxes or your nephew might be building a cardboard fort.

For greener and cheaper decorating, wrapping, and gift giving, see our Green Christmas ideas.

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35 Cheap Homemade Gift Ideas

Not sure what to get that special someone this holiday? Consider a one of a kind homemade gift.

For inspiration, see our full list of ideas!

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Quick Easy Halloween Costumes

30 Ideas for Quick Easy Halloween Costumes! Have a Green Halloween with these last minute Halloween costumes made from things around the house.

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Fall Table Decorations

Easy and cheap fall table decorations! Create fall table decorations from things in your own backyard. Or, make turkey pumpkin centerpieces that can double as Thanksgiving appetizers.

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Solar Powered Flood Lights

Looking for extra home security? How about a way to light up your street address? Solar powered flood lights are an affordable and attractive addition to any outdoor space!

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Back to School!

Check out these easy tips for heading back to school eco-style.

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Solar Powered Christmas Lights

It's Christmas in July! Solar string lights, solar rope lights and more solar powered Christmas lights.

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Solar Light Batteries

Solar Light Batteries: NiCd or NiMH batteries? Tips for choosing the best rechargeable batteries for solar rope lights, solar deck lights, and other outdoor lighting.

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Affordable Solar Shop

Go solar without breaking the bank! Check out our top picks of solar deck lights, solar decorations, and more from Amazon.com.

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Green 4th of July

Wherever you will be this holiday, chances are you will be celebrating in some fashion. Check out these 5 tips for a greener 4th of July.

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