By: Veronica SlivaI'm really ticked at the marauding raccoon that is trying to help himself to the fish in my pond. Which got me thinking.even though raccoons are a pain, no outdoor space should be without a bit of water -- it's worth the aggravation. In fact, in recent years, water features have...
It's Wednesday and you know what that means... a new episode of The Green Geek with Julia Black of Pure Design. We've already learned about gas emissions and VOCs and upcycling and reusable decor; this week it's all about conserving water and saving energy. Julia reveals some startling facts -- for...
This is such a clever little gizmo and it's good for the environment. OK, you say, but what the heck is it? Well my friends it's a personal water filter bottle with its own replaceable filter. The water filter lives in the top half of the bottle. You unscrew the bottle and fill the...
Only one per cent of all the water in the world is available for us to use. That figure alone should be enough incentive to conserve the water we do have. Conserving water can be done easily with little cost or effort. But a change in attitude is essential. In the summer, watering the lawn and other...
Indoor water features come in a variety of styles and sizes and they also have more benefits than meets the eye. The soothing sound of moving water can help to reduce unpleasant noise from the surrounding environment and create a calming and stress relieving effect. Breathing is made easier and the...
A pond of any size is a soothing and visually peaceful feature in any backyard. But no pond is quite complete without the addition of water plants. And while looking after water plants isn't difficult, it helps to have a little know-how before you get started. Location, Location, Location Water...
Infuse your linens with the scents of summer bottled to last the whole year. Whether adding a sumptuous touch to bedding, or creating a personalized gift for a friend, these heavenly scents are sure to impress! While linen water can be purchased, it is cost-effective, creative and satisfying to...