Tip #3: Recycling
I’m sure it’s no surprise I treasure
paper seeing as writing is my great passion. That said, grocery lists get
recycled for the next shopping trip and sometimes I even fold down the sticky
part of a used Post-It note to jot something down on the other side.
Watching SO turn paper tea
bag wrappers into origami gave me another idea. I use them for little notes!
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| I Think a Heart or Smiley Face Sweetens the Message |
Can you guess who ended up cleaning the turntable?
You? I bet there are a zillion uses for everyday things. Right now, I'm imagining those square plastic containers litter comes in as refurbished cat beds. Half the lid opens and that bigger half could become a rain barrier or just a cover that sticks out over the hole. They could be covered with decorative wall or shelf paper or even painted. First however I need to find someone who actually buys that kind of litter in those buckets, so I can do it.
ReplyDeleteGot it in one! ~grin~ That reminds me of the bins my laundry detergent comes in, but that would be too stinky. Hmmmm... I don't know how you could get rid of it. Clever idea!
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DeleteOops, I only deleted my previous comment due to spelling errors, I didn't know it would show I'd deleted it! Here's the corrected version:
DeleteCat litter containers make perfect containers for growing vegetables! The best bell pepper plant ever was grown in one, I think because they heat up quickly. Drill holes on the outside edges, near the bottom, not in the bottom.
No worries, my dear. Thanks for the tip!
DeleteYou did, right? I'm guessing that's about right. Our new microwave is self cleaning. It works too.
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous day. ♥
You know it. ~grin~ Wow! I had no idea there was such a thing. We like ours, though, and it stays pretty clean with the plate and bowl covers purchased a while back, so I guess we'll hold onto it. Be well!
DeleteShopping lists? But you can put that on your phone... (Although, I just remember what I need.)
ReplyDeleteI prefer written lists. ~grin~ And I still don't have a smart phone, though my new iPod Touch could be used for that, I'm sure. Be well!
DeleteI am guessing it was you despite the sweet note with the smiley face. :)
ReplyDeleteYeah. ~grin~ I got tired of waiting for it to get done. That happens a lot.
DeleteI cannot believe that you do that with the teabags paper and post-it notes. Me, too! The smily face and hearts, I do that, too. I agree, it sweetens requests!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great post, Darla. You inspire me!
Ditto, my friend. Love you!
DeleteThat smiley face sure did the trick :-) I try to use scrap paper rather than throw it away.
ReplyDeleteHahahaha... I think writers cherished paper more than the average person. ~grin~ Be well!
DeleteHAHA....was it easy? HAHA....I love paper. My friend T puts everything in the note section on her phone and on her calendar on the phone. I never do. I have a calendar hanging in the kitchen I write on, I write what I need at the store on paper.....and once a week, I clean out my purse! haha. Just like reading, I don't read on a Kindle or anything like that, I have like having a book! One I can hold, smell the paper, smell the ink.....that is what happens not only by being a writer but for someone whom spent many years in the printing world! Have a great day.
ReplyDeleteGreat minds think alike. ~grin~ Things are good here. Hope you have a great day, too!
DeleteVery practical use of paper!
ReplyDeleteThanks! Be well, my dear.
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