Just imagine how it would be to live without electrical power! Total chaos, as we became so dependent on this power source that we can’t even imagine life without it. But in case there would be a natural disaster or another survival scenario, would you know what to do and how to replace electricity? Just think about your ancestors for a second and that fact that they managed to live without electricity or found a way to solve the lack of it. The best example is to take a look at the alternatives they found for a refrigerator, an appliance that is present in our everyday lives. Continue reading “5 Forgotten Ways To Keep Food Cold Without Electricity” »
With the cold season approaching with each passing day, there are lots of things you should prepare for, like firewood. To be more precise, splitting firewood! Sure, the good old axe is a solution most people resort to. But there are alternatives to this manual driven activity. There’s the Logmatic Wedge Axe or the Continue reading “Different Designs for Splitting Logs” »
Making something of value for your neighborhood may seem like a tough job, even an impossible one for some. But this idea from IKEA might just prove to go the distance. The Garden Sphere you can see in the photo or The Grow Room as it is called, can be successfully used to grow food. The innovative design and smart use of space will prove Continue reading “IKEA Releases Free Designs For A Garden Sphere That Feeds A Neighborhood” »
Hempcrete is a versatile, energy-efficient natural insulation material, useful for walls, roofs, and floors. Made from the inner stem of the hemp plant mixed with a lime-based binder, it is a very strong, lightweight and breathable alternative to manufactured insulations. Essential Hempcrete Construction is a fully-illustrated practical guide to this affordable, renewable method, from procurement to finishing. Continue reading “Essential Hempcrete Construction: The Complete Step-by-Step Guide” »
Oftentimes artists complain about lack of space for practicing or even creating art. Instead of telling others his sorrow, Fernando Abellanas took action. His studio will astound you! Under a bridge in Valencia, Spain is where he began setting up this amazing studio. It’s actually a tiny moveable workspace, operated by a hand crank from one side of the bridge to the other. The artist says it sees the Continue reading “A Secret Studio Under A Bridge” »
If you are looking to replace the generic holder that came with your house, or want to go all-in to coordinate everything your newly remodeled bathroom, here’s a list of +10 creative toilet paper holders is sure to inspire! These are available for buying in the link under pictures. What do you think? Check the price and improve your bathroom design with one of these. Continue reading “Creative Toilet Paper Holders” »
We are right in the middle of vegetable-planting season, the sun is shining, and we’ve wanted to grow our own veg for a while now, but the thought of knowing where to plant them, how far apart the different vegetables should be, and how long they need to grow can become daunting if you plan on doing more that one at a time. Continue reading “Plant these vegetable together to make the most use of space and deter pests” »
The plates were designed to reduce plastic waste. They are stitched together with fibres from palm leaves and can disintegrate within 28 days in compost. German company, Leaf Republic, makes disposable tableware which is completely renewable and biodegradable. What do you think? Find these plates in the link below… Continue reading “Plates out of fresh green leaves” »
Splitting wood with a tire? This trick saves a lot of work. Use an old tire to hold the wood together while you split it/neat trick. Here is a link to a awesome fiskar maul and Leveraxe. It’s safe to use. What do you think?
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