Recycling Tips

Thinking more about what you throw away is one of the easiest ways to start being greener. You’re probably already sorting your plastics from your glass, but recycling can be so much more interesting than this. From light bulbs turned into plant holders to bath tubs transformed into book shelves, there are a million and one ways to reuse stuff or share it with others rather than throw it away. And all of them are guaranteed to help you pimp your crib without costing the earth. Check out our articles for inspiration below…

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PIMP YOUR LIFE: Turn an old bike into a sink plus how to make your own garden lights

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We think old things deserve a bit of love so why not try out one of these fab recycling ideas and make a new treasure out of old trash…

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FASHION SPOT: Be a punk rocker with flowers in your hair

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Find out how to rock the flower garland look this summer now…

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PIMP YOUR LIFE: Take a swing on an old skateboard and climb a tree to your attic

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We think old things deserve a bit of love so why not try out one of these fab recycling ideas and make a new treasure out of old trash…

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Reasons to snog, marry and avoid Alicia Keys, Paul McCartney and Beyonce

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This week we’re snogging one very big voice, avoiding another and marrying our fave McCartney…

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Ryan Gosling. Thank you.

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We want to give Ryan Gosling a big pat on the back, and here’s why…

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PIMP YOUR LIFE: Turn teapots into planters and give your dog a new bed with an old pair of jeans

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Because getting rid of clutter shouldn’t cost the Earth…

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Reasons to snog, marry and avoid Professor Green, Ryan Gosling and David Haye

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This week we’re stepping on the toes of Chelsea’s elite, marrying the ultimate heartthrob and avoiding a heavyweight boxer…

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COMP: Win this CD bundle and take Pearl Jam, Daft Punk and Badly Drawn Boy home with you

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We know after a long weekend galavanting your pockets are likely to feel considerably lighter than usual. So we have a little post-Easter CD bundle up for grabs for free…

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PIMP YOUR LIFE: How to play musical chairs while your cat rests in the purrrrfect bed

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Global Cool hate the thought of things ending up in a landfill. Especially when there are so many amazing upcycling ideas kicking around…

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Cheer up! 5 simple ways to make your day better

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Are you having a bad day? Try out some of these tips to cheer yourself up…

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Unlock the forgotten cash in your wardrobe! Hand in your old clothes to H&M and get free vouchers

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We love donating to charity shops, Swishing and clothes recycling in general, and now H&M have jumped on the bandwagon too…

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PIMP YOUR LIFE: Use lego to transform old heels and turn Crocs into hanging baskets

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Because getting rid of clutter shouldn’t cost the Earth…

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Reasons to snog, marry and avoid Helen Hunt, Naomie Harris and Mark Wahlberg/P Diddy

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This week we’re snogging Helen Hunt, marrying a Bond girl and avoiding two eco fools…

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School of Cool #100: Why Alicia Silverstone is anything but Clueless

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Now we’ve reached out centennial post, we thought we’d save the slot for someone really extra special. And the winner is… Alicia Silverstone…

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DREAM JOBS: Find out how to declutter your life with The Wardrobe Angel

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We had a very lovely chat with the awesome Stephanie Roper aka The Wardrobe Angel to find out all about how she’s greening up your closets at home…

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FASHION SPOT: Spring into the new season in a girly little black dress

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We’re really starting to get excited about Spring. The sun has been out, we no longer have to bury our extremities in woolly things to stop them falling off and there are daffodils springing up everywhere. And with a new season comes brand new style ideas…

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