Sustainable Solutions with ESW

This photo was submitted by ESW's Secretary, Sam G.  Reuse old hard-ware pieces by turning them into a practical hanger display. You can even use a piece of cardboard and push pins to create a simpler version if you don't have a piece of scrap wood laying around.

"I just bought a bunch of celery then cut it near the bottom and dipped it in paint to create instant flowers on paper.  This could be a fun thing to do with other aging produce on hand that would otherwise go to waste." - Sam G. ○ ○ ○ Thanks Sam! This is a fantastic idea, and you could even use fruits, cookies, bread, or whatever perishables you have past the expiration date. Other ideas you could make with this project include wrapping paper, t-shirt designs, art pieces, and so much more!

"Machete made out of an old lawn mower blade. Handle is re-purposed wood and cord is reused from another machete." - Savanna S.

“One way to reuse old t-shirts is to make a blanket out of them! According to the EPA, in 2010 Americans discarded 13.1 million tons of textiles. 15% was recycled.” – Destiny G. Source:   triplepundit.com/2012/01/ tectile-waste-be-banned- landfills

Our packaged food can serve a dual purpose because their containers live far longer than their contents. So the next time you buy jam or tea, keep the container!