Archive for June, 2007
Wednesday, June 6th, 2007
How can I reuse or recycle … hotel shampoo bottles?
Back in the day, before I realised what an ecological nightmare they were, I used to yoink the mini shampoo bottles, soaps and leftover shower caps from hotel bathrooms, particularly when we stayed in fancy hotels and they came in interesting bottles and smelled of great things. I built up quite a collection and […]
8 Comments » - Posted in bathroom, items, packaging by louisa
Monday, June 4th, 2007
How can I reuse or recycle … cigarette packets?
A couple of our friends smoke and while they usually roll their own, occasionally a cardboard hard pack ends up floating about too and it makes me wonder what they can be re-used for - since they’re pretty sturdy but light constructions.
Spies in films use them for hiding bugs or recording equipment in, but what […]
6 Comments » - Posted in hobbies, items, packaging by louisa
Friday, June 1st, 2007
How can I reuse or recycle … LOTS of old furniture?
I’ve had another email from Sally Harrop:
We have a large amount of student furniture (beds, desks, lamps, chairs etc) to dispose of - 250 rooms worth. Can anyone suggest anywhere this may be usable?
Sally is based in Bradford and since I’m down the road in Leeds, I’ve already suggested a few local furniture charities […]
