12/17/11

Your old DVDs can be given a new life through the nonprofit organization DVDs for Vets. The organization will accept new and used DVDs of the latest Hollywood hits to share with veterans who have limited mobility, so they have a chance to see movies. You can find out how to donate your DVDs by visiting the organization's website at dvds4vets.org.

12/16/11

Outdoor potted plants that can't be brought indoors, like shrubs and evergreens, can be protected from the cold, harsh winter weather by upcycling simple bubble wrap. Wrap the pots with a few layers of old bubble wrap and use shipping tape to secure it in place. The air pockets will help insulate the roots of the plant in the same way a greenhouse would, protecting it from the freezing elements. Come springtime, remove the bubble wrap and your plant should thrive in the warmer months.

12/15/11

If you have to have a car where you live, you know how expensive it can be to fill up your tank. Smartphone apps can help you find the lowest price on gas when you're out and about doing errands. The free app from GasBuddy.com helps you find the lowest price for fuel wherever you are; it scans more than 243 websites to track and find you the best prices in real time.