Green Living Blog - What's new on Greenfootsteps

Mar 10, How to Make Compost For Your Green Garden

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:32:44 GMT

Learn how to make compost for your garden or backyard it will make your plants thrive and help wildlife. Making compost is a bit of an art but there are easy ways to build a compost pile.

Mar 8, Good Garden Netting Choices for Green Gardening

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 15:05:32 GMT

What's the best garden netting to use? Here's an exploration of some of the choices available to the green gardener.

Mar 6, Compost Barrel or Compost Turner? Which is Best ?

Sat, 06 Mar 2010 15:23:56 GMT

Buy a compost barrel or compost drum or even a compost turner for an easy solution to home composting your organic kitchen waste. Some tips on how to choose which is best for you.

Mar 5, An Easy Cold Frame Design for Green Gardening

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 13:14:03 GMT

How to build build a simple cold frame from few cheap or recycled materials. An easy cold frame design for the green gardener.

Mar 4, Cheap Solar Power - Solar Water Heating

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:39:53 GMT

Cheap solar power can be used to heat your water. This page gives you some basic information about thermal solar power for households.

Mar 3, Pesticides and Pollution

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 16:00:37 GMT

Pesticides can cause pollution. Are they safe to use or is pesticide pollution inevitable? Here are some pointers on pesticides and pollution.

Mar 3, Industrial Pollution Causes Land Pollution, What Else Does?

Wed, 03 Mar 2010 11:49:14 GMT

Many industries cause pollution. Industrial pollution causes land contamination. Which kinds of pollution most affect the land?

Mar 2, Is Cheap Food a Con?

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:30:55 GMT

More about why organic food is better and how cheap food is a bit of a myth - cheap food is subsidised many times.

Feb 27, An Air Pollution Article on the Causes and Effects of Air Pollution

Sat, 27 Feb 2010 14:57:45 GMT

What are the causes and effects of air pollution? This air pollution article asks what can we do to reduce air pollution and how we can best protect ourselves.

Feb 26, Battery Farming v Happy Hens

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 18:40:31 GMT

The benefits of battery farming are all about money. Free range hens producing eggs in a more natural and humane way is far more sustainable. And happy hen makes a healthy egg.

Feb 26, Easy Home Improvement Projects and Home Improvement Ideas

Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:40:09 GMT

Here are some easy home improvement projects to help green your home. Most of these home improvement ideas will save you money, too.

Feb 25, Cash for Clunkers and Scrappage Schemes

Thu, 25 Feb 2010 13:28:02 GMT

Is cash for clunkers really a good deal for the environment? Here's a look at scrappage schemes

Feb 24, Glengarry Gardens Natural Insect Repellent

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 13:28:39 GMT

Fantastic and extremely effective natural insect repellent. Made with both catnip hydrosol & catnip oil (both proven to be more effective than deet) along

Feb 20, Fairtrade Products and Fairtrade Fortnight - Join the Big Swap!

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 17:53:42 GMT

The Big Swap promotes fairtrade products during Fairtrade Fortnight. This page explains the reasoning behind the Big Swap.

Feb 17, Buy a Slow Cooker for Cheap Easy Dinners

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 10:33:46 GMT

If you buy a slow cooker you can save time and money. Slow cookery is easy and quite green and you can make delicious meals to come home to.

Feb 15, Local Greenfootsteps

Mon, 15 Feb 2010 10:29:59 GMT

Greenfootsteps now has a local site which contains content from the main site - but which also shows ads and services for your local area. This service is only available for areas of the UK at present. Click the link below to take a peek.

Feb 13, Drying Apples at Home for Winter Sweetness

Sat, 13 Feb 2010 14:44:18 GMT

Drying apples at home is easy using your oven or stove. Learn how to dry apples simply and effectively for an extra bonus from your crop. Good for wild apples too!

Feb 11, The Best Hair Conditioner is a Natural Hair Conditioner

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:19:19 GMT

What is the best hair conditioner to use if you want to be green? Natural hair conditioners are good, or you could make a homemade hair conditioner quite easily.

Feb 11, The Best Solar Ovens for Home Cooking

Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:42:15 GMT

Which are the best solar ovens for use at home? This page explores three different types of solar cooker, giving their pros and cons for different cooking needs.

Feb 9, Organic Body Care - Use Natural Organic Fruit and Vegetables

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 15:29:16 GMT

Having trouble deciding what is natural? Try organic body care using common organic fruits and vegetables in your beauty routine

Feb 5, Cooking with a Pressure Cooker for Easy, Cheap Eating

Fri, 05 Feb 2010 12:02:38 GMT

Make life easier by cooking with a pressure cooker. It's much cheaper, too!

Feb 3, How to Make Yogurt at Home Using a Flask

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:13:17 GMT

Here's how to make yogurt at home easily and quite quickly, using only common kitchen utensils. Make yogurt at home and improve your health!

Feb 2, An Olive Oil Hair Treatment for Softer Hair

Tue, 02 Feb 2010 11:23:55 GMT

An olive oil hair treatment may bring back the shine and soften your hair naturally.

Feb 1, A Cheap Wood Burning Stove,

Mon, 01 Feb 2010 11:17:49 GMT

If you want to buy a wood stove, a cheap wood burning stove can deliver excellent home heating. This page considers the options for cheap wood burners.

Jan 22, Great Organic Baby Clothes and Fair Trade Choices for a Greener Start in Life

Fri, 22 Jan 2010 11:06:18 GMT

Here are some great organic baby clothes for your eco-baby. Ethical and fair trade companies are highlighted, too.

Jan 21, Types of Diapers

Thu, 21 Jan 2010 19:02:57 GMT

Which types of diapers are best for your baby and best for the environment? Here's a look at the main types available.

Jan 20, Vegan Benefits for Health and Longevity

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 11:20:42 GMT

The vegan benefits appear to be a healthier and longer life. Here are some of the benefits of veganism and the vegan lifestyle.

Jan 18, The Best Insulation for Homes for Green Living

Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:43:40 GMT

The very best insulation for homes from a green perspective is external wall insulation. It offers great heat loss protection without compromising damp-proofing and

Jan 14, Seaweed Health Benefits

Thu, 14 Jan 2010 10:49:12 GMT

Seaweed health benefits are an open secret. Read about this fabulous food source and the seaweed benefits which will promote your health and good nutrition.

Jan 12, An Easy Cheesy Potatoes Recipe Page

Tue, 12 Jan 2010 09:39:18 GMT

An easy cheesy potatoes recipe page for all your organic spuds. There are lots of possible variations to try!

Jan 9, Natural Cures for Prostate Cancer - Do They Exist?

Sat, 09 Jan 2010 10:58:20 GMT

There are several possible natural cures for prostate cancer which are worth close inspection. Here we look at some dietary and natural treatments for prostate cancer.

Jan 8, The Benefits of Resveratrol for a Long and Healthy Life

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 12:47:12 GMT

The many benefits of resveratrol have been discovered by a resveratrol study from Harvard. Resveratrol research shows how resveratrol sources contribute to cancer prevention and a long healthy life.

Jan 8, Healthier Diet Advice for a Greener Lifestyle

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 12:32:45 GMT

A green approach to eating. Which healthier diet advice to follow? Healthy living tips for a greener lifestyle.

Jan 8, How To Make Flower Essences

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 11:43:17 GMT

Learn how to make flower essences yourself and use them to improve your health and well-being.

Dec 22, Become a Wild Bird Feeder!

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:47:56 GMT

Wild bird feeders are everywhere. Become a wild bird feeder yourself and help our birds to survive. Tips for attracting wild birds.

Dec 16, Copenhagen talks stalling - what we can do!

Wed, 16 Dec 2009 11:17:51 GMT

The Copenhagen Summit on Climate Change appears to be stalling. As you know, the Climate Summit is in progress in Copenhagen. Unfortunately, progress is perhaps not the best word to choose. There is a danger that this valuable opportunity to secure a fair and effective deal for the future of all of us, rich and poor nations, is being squandered. Avaaz is an organisation which fights for a fair deal for all. They have organised a mass international petition to call for an effective treaty in Copenhagen. If you would like to sign the petition and maybe pass it on to friends the link is shown below (Click for more information). Avaaz is a member of the TckTckTck campaign, a global alliance working for a strong treaty in Copenhagen.

Dec 10, A Living Christmas Tree is a Tree for Life!

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 16:23:47 GMT

A living christmas tree in your home makes for a green Christmas. Here's how to keep your Christmas tree in good health.

Dec 10, Coulis Make Dream Desserts

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:27:44 GMT

An easy way to use up spare fruit. Here's how to make coulis.

Dec 10, Growing Herbs Indoors and Out

Thu, 10 Dec 2009 10:09:37 GMT

Growing herbs indoors and outdoors is a good way to enhance your health and be a bit greener. Many herbs are easy to grow and have great health benefits. Bees and butterflies love them too.

Nov 26, Oat Flour and Oat Groats - All About Oats

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:37:23 GMT

Oat flour, oat groats, oats anyway you like. Why oats are such a great idea as part of a healthy organic diet. Good for the planet too!

Nov 23, Wood Burning Tips for a Green Hearth

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:13:29 GMT

Here are some wood burning tips to make your fuel choice green and effective this winter.

Nov 19, More Best Attic Insulation for A Green Home

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:12:26 GMT

More best attic insulation choices for a green solution for your heating efficiency. Some things you should think about if you are contemplating do it yourself insulation.

Nov 18, Best Laundry Detergent for an Economical Wash

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:05:17 GMT

Which is the best laundry detergent for economy and eco-friendliness? Some cost saving and earth-saving tips and the best detergent choices for the environment.

Nov 14, Washing Soda for Safe Effective Home Cleaning

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 18:08:39 GMT

Washing soda has been around for generations. It's pretty safe and very effective for general cleaning.

Nov 13, What is Evening Primrose Oil

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:11:50 GMT

What is evening primrose oil? What are the benefits of evening primrose oil and what conditions might it help? Here's an overview of some benefits and cautions.

Nov 11, Fruit Tree Orchards and Community Growers

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:12:38 GMT

Fruit tree orchards are a valuable resource for the community. Here are some types of community orchards which are thriving and blazing a trail today.

Nov 5, Beans for Bumper Crops

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:56:15 GMT

Growing beans for taste and organic quality food - some cultivation notes and tips

Oct 26, Solar Home Improvements

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:35:56 GMT

Which solar home improvements are worth considering? Here is a brief outline of the available solar technologies which could make your home greener and more efficient.

Oct 9, The number 350...

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 18:44:57 GMT

The number 350 will be popping up all over the place in the next couple of weeks. 350.org is making a determined bid to make everyone on the planet aware. What does the number mean? It's the amount of carbon in the atmosphere (in parts per million) that we can possibly sustain - and keep a recognisable, liveable climate. October 24th is the International Day of Climate Action. Check out 350.org for special events near you - or help organise one!

Oct 9, Soap Nuts for a Soft, Natural Wash

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 13:16:44 GMT

Soap nuts offer safe and effective green cleaning for your laundry and much more. Have you tried them for your hair?