Summertime And The DIY Is Easy: 10 Green Projects

Summertime And The DIY Is Easy: 10 Green Projects (with video)

posted by Ronnie Citron-Fink Jul 8, 2010 9:07 am

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Have you vowed to step off the fast-track and slow down this summer? With the emergence of hot days and long evenings, it’s the perfect time to kick back, unplug, get creative and indulge in some summertime DIY.

10 Summertime Green DIY Projects

1. Make a batch of Natural Sunscreen and soak up some vitamin D.

2. Build a Solar Backpack and go for a walk.

3. Create an Outdoor Theater for your family. It will be a fabulous addition to your staycation activities.

4. Make a summer Tablecloth From Bandanas for your picnic table.

5. Cool off with some Homemade Cocoa Body Cream after a day at the beach.

6. Make a Beach Tote Bag From a Towel for your barefoot home.

7. Flip-flops + old towel = Comfy Slippers to put on after taking a cool outdoor shower.

8. Add a Beach Garden in a Pot to enhance your summer décor.

9. Make a Sun Jar Solar Light from a canning jar and hang out under the stars or on a porch.

10. Make Natural Mosquito Repellent from witch hazel, aloe vera, tea tree oil and eucalyptus to keep the bugs at bay.

Ronnie Citron-Fink is a writer and educator. Ronnie regularly writes about sustainable living for online sites and magazines. Along with being the creator of www.econesting.com, Ronnie has contributed to numerous books about green home design, DIY, children, and humor. Ronnie lives the Hudson Valley of New York with her family.