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Display Name: ecokaren
Member Since: 6/15/10

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@Abbytail: I totally agree but so does mining for steel for SS pots and pans. But unless I go and buy a new set of cast iron cookware (because non-stick pots and pans are not so safe and I only have two iron skillets at the moment), then, I'm stuck (no pun intended) with my SS pots and pans. And compared to commercial cleaning agents, I think a little bit of aluminum foil & Baking Soda and Vinegar duo is much better for us and the environment. Of couse, if you get down to it, sourcing baking soda is not so environmentally great either.

So I'm going to choose what's best of the environment, without wasting more resources by buying new pots and pans and toxic cleaning agents. Of course, I wouldn't have to worry about any of this if I don't burn my pans! :)
@JP456 - Bon Ami and Dr. Bonner are great too! But if you run out of them and you are in a pickle, this little emergency method will also do the trick. :)


A Non-Toxic Way To Clean Stainless Steel Pans
ecokaren
9/27/11 8:00 PM

Thanks for mentioning my method of cleaning stainless steel pan Rikkianne!

@Penguin Dreams - Actually, if you use this cleaning formula, you don't even have to scrape the pan with the aluminum foil. The stain literally dissolves away - depending on how burnt and stuck on the stain is, of course...Aluminum reacts with baking bubbling soda and vinegar and lifts the stain off the pan. And it also makes the foil soft and pliable so if you have to scrub, it's no like scratching your nail against the chalkboard (goosebumps!)


A Non-Toxic Way To Clean Stainless Steel Pans
ecokaren
9/27/11 11:39 AM

http://craftingagreenworld.com


The 10 Best Sites for DIY Projects
7/14/11 3:48 PM

I posted this non-toxic silver cleaning method and yes, it definitely works! You can read about it here. http://www.ecokaren.com/2010/02/nontoxic-way-to-polish-your-silverware/

The 'recipe' is there woo and zeurotrash is right. You can't leave the silver in the solution too long.


Household Cleaning Urban Myths: Do They Actually Work?
1/31/11 1:06 PM

What an awesome feature of our Eco Etsy team member! Go Notty Pooch!


NottyPooch: Handmade Recycled Billboard Banners
Designer Spotlight
10/1/10 10:10 AM

Cool idea but why couldn't you store the items in the plastic bottle itself after washing it and drying it out? The bulk items should be carried in reusable containers anyway and not in plastic bags. That defeats the purpose in my opinion.


A Useful Re-use of Plastic Bottle Caps
10/1/10 10:06 AM

Yay for Jen and Jane of Sewn Natural, our Team Eco Etsy member!! Great article on their fabulous line of eco-creations!


Sewn Natural: Picnic Blankets, Toys, Bedding Clothing The Handmade Home | Apartment Therapy Re-Nest
6/23/10 12:50 PM

Wow. #7 and #8 are surprising! Wouldn't you taste the egg shells in your coffee though?


8 Excellent Uses for Eggshells | Apartment Therapy Re-Nest
6/15/10 9:05 AM