life

Do Just One Thing for September 14, 2011

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | September 14th, 2011

9/14/11

If you are planning a dinner party for a group slightly larger than the actual number of place settings you have, there's no need to use flimsy disposable products. You can rent instead. Many people think renting fine china, glassware and linens is only for large banquet groups or wedding parties; on the contrary, rental companies make their wares available for any party, no matter the size. It's also surprisingly affordable and an eco-friendly and elegant solution for your next bash.

life

Do Just One Thing for September 13, 2011

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | September 13th, 2011

9/13/11

This tip comes from reader Larry Gaso, who found another use for outdoor solar-powered light fixtures: Bring them indoors! When the power goes out and you need a little light, grab your solar lanterns and place them throughout your house. They'll light up as if outdoors and can be recharged the next day by bringing them back out in the sun. Great tip, Larry!

life

Do Just One Thing for September 12, 2011

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | September 12th, 2011

9/12/11

Buying concentrated cleaning products and adding water to dilute them not only saves on bulky plastic packaging, but can save you money, too. But adding tap water can mean adding hard minerals, which lessens the shelf life of your DIY all-purpose cleaning mix. So collect clean and pure rainwater, which is mineral-free, and use it instead.

Next up: More trusted advice from...

  • Neighbors Excluded From Group Trip
  • Professor Doesn't Want To Retire Yet
  • Another Nosy Question: 'What's Wrong With Your Eye?'
  • Channel Summer With a Vegetable Gratin
  • Greening the Goddess
  • A Chowder Hack
  • Too Old
  • Lukewarm Water
  • Happy Place
UExpressLifeParentingHomePetsHealthAstrologyOdditiesA-Z
AboutContactSubmissionsTerms of ServicePrivacy Policy
©2023 Andrews McMeel Universal