6 Earth Day Deeds

Earth Day helps us remember that there are alternative, non-wasteful ways to spend our time. Luckily, being green can benefit your pocketbook as much as it benefits the earth. The following list contains 6 Earth Day deeds for rookies and experienced Earth Day-ers who want repurpose objects and break wasteful habits. But why stop at Earth Day? Practice these deeds year-round and make every day Earth Day!

1) Draw…

on an old newspaper instead of a new sheet with an FSC-certified pencil.

2) Save rubber

Create a custom stamp by slitting an old eraser with any sharp blade.  You don’t need to buy a new one!

3) Upcycle textbooks, old papers and doodles you don’t want…

into a writing utensil desk holder.

4) Get creative

Need smaller knitting needles or lose one? Use pencils instead of buying a new set.

Click here for a helpful guide.

5) Warm up your nights

Use pencil shavings for kindling in a fire. Having a fire can cut down on heating bills and electricity use.

6) BONUS: Push your art around

If you’re feeling especially creative, pencil shavings can be crafted into artwork, like this portrait:

It’s easy to fix mistakes with shavings and they can always be glued down for future viewing.

Whether you implement these ideas into your day, put it off to another time or make it a part of your daily routine, they are all something you can feel good about, regardless of an “imperfect” result. Please leave comments if you’re so inclined describing your favorite ways to save Mother Earth. Your ideas and experience help!