Toy overload is real. Storage fills quickly, attention fades, and many well-meant gifts lose their appeal within weeks.

The Sebastopol couple have made their 1980s home ultra-energy- and water-efficient and outfitted it with nontoxic fixtures.

The Sebastopol couple have made their 1980s home ultra-energy- and water-efficient and outfitted it with nontoxic fixtures.

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Discover how to build a DIY mini water pump using recycled bottle caps and a small DC motor! This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to create an efficient homemade pump from everyday materials.

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Looking to add a fountain to your garden? There are plenty of ways to incorporate running water into your landscaping. Check out these ideas.

A countdown of the best new jackets, streetwear and sneakers, including releases from Carhartt, Levi's, Barbour and more.

This small Roanoke composting facility has survived three years of business, when conversations about composting are just beginning in the city and the state.