and grass cutting, whereas browns are dryer and take longer to rot. These include egg boxes, waste paper and fallen leaves. Don't add meat and dairy products, as they will smell and encourage pests. Every now and then, give the compost a good mix. In six

the sugar and stir until dissolved. Boil steadily for 30 minutes until set, then skim any waste from the surface. Cool for 20 minutes, then put into jars (Don’t forget to sterilise your jam jars by boiling them in water for 20 minutes first). 

and cosy trousers, playsuits and hats for babies. Nothing is wasted and even the smallest pieces are used for stuffing for toy animals.Are you a fan of our official Junior Facebook page yet? An easy way to receive fashion news updates, previews and alerts

into the Christmas spirit.Marks and spencers infamous retro sweets were relaunced once again this year. From double decker bus biscuit tins to a selection of liquorice allsorts a perfect Christmas gift for all the family!LOVE FOOD hate waste is a new campaign Marks

1 Reduce, reuse, recycle The detritus of just one junior school pupil’s packed lunch generates a huge 30kg of waste per school year!2 Get rid of unnecessary packaging If you must wrap sandwiches, use recycled aluminium foil (£2.95 from www

-intense production and packaging of processed foods.4. Curb waste Planning meals and writing specific shopping lists will help you buy what your family actually eats, without buying unnecessary items.  5. Change your shopping habits Leave the car at home and go

Tips For Thrifty LivingEATINGAccording to the Love Food Hate Waste campaign, every family throws away one bag of food for every three they buy, costing £400 a year. But help is at hand. The Women's Institute has just launched the Love Food Champion

going to be torn up and thrown away is not only a waste, but the glitter, laminate and dyes used in most wrapping paper prevents it from being recycled. instead why not make the wrapping part of the gift itself by wrapping it in a Myfuroshiki fabric gift

's Party solutions. Forget wasting time trawling around the shops looking for themed items, Dreambox Parties makes your life easier. All you have to do is go to www.dreamboxparties.com, select the party theme, from Beautiful Princesses, Gallant Knights

not to buy anything new - apart from food, medicine, toiletries, underwear, socks, and children's pyjamas. They weren't totally mad - their aim was to reduce clutter and waste in their homes, to simplify their lives and help the environment. One parent who