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Reusing and Recycling Everything Before recycling was mainstream, people were already reusing everything they could. Jars were washed out to […]

Shop the Pantry First Before supermarkets became ubiquitous, families had a simple rule: use what’s already at home. Leftovers weren’t

Use Every Last Bit of Your Veggies Instead of tossing those carrot tops, onion skins, and celery leaves, save them

Plant What You Actually Eat It might sound obvious, but plant what your family loves and will eat! The ’70s

Rustic Wooden Crates as Shelving Remember those old, sturdy wooden crates? People used to use them for everything, from transporting

Keep It Clean – Inside and Out A clean car isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about maintenance. Dirt and grime,

Roll, Don’t Fold Your Clothes You’ve probably heard it before, but seriously, rolling clothes instead of folding them saves space