🌎 How to make your stuff last

Save money and the Earth. [Three natural wines] Photo by Santa Julia El Burro / Tinto / Ercole First, a quick note: If you were shopping for [gardening supplies]( or [patio furniture]( at Lowe's yesterday, you may have been transported to the wrong place. Sorry about that! Use those links if you're still shopping. Earth Day is this Saturday, and this feels like a great opportunity to break out a bottle of natural wine. [These are our favorites]( if you’re looking for a rec. And if you’re planning on celebrating with your family, we’ve got [some suggestions for that]( too. Enjoy your Tuesday, Sara Beth Bolin Staff Writer, Newsletters Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewed's editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us a commission. [Model looking at tag on a piece of clothing] Photo by Getty Images / artursfoto TAKE CARE OF THE THINGS YOU HAVE There are tons of eco-friendly products out there, but one of the most sustainable things you can do is take good care of the things you already own — and dispose of them thoughtfully once they’re past repair. Let’s start in your closet. Dry-clean only clothes can be expensive to upkeep, and if you’re trying to stick to a budget, you might be tempted to skip the dry cleaner and throw them in the wash with the rest of your wardrobe. Instead, [use this specific method to wash them by hand]( then dry them between wet towels. (It sounds counterintuitive, but it works.) White sheets can get dull and stain easily over time, but [they don’t have to stay that way](. Use a quality eco-friendly detergent to keep them clean, or give them a really deep clean in your bathtub to remove of dirt and grime you probably didn’t even know was there. There comes a point where even tech wizzes will say it’s past time to replace your laptop or phone. Instead of chucking the old model in your trash, make sure you [get rid of it properly](. There are also tech and appliance companies with buyback programs. We’ve got more tips, like [how to clean stuffed animals]( and [how to make your ripped jeans last]( right [here](. Feel free to reply with this email with any questions, and we’ll do our best to find the right solution. More Stories #[Model wearing green sports bra.]( Where to buy affordable activewear Having activewear that keeps you cool and comfy while you exercise is important, but you don’t need to shell out an arm and a leg for it. [READ MORE]( #[Red and white salad spinner]( The best salad spinners It’s salad season, which means we’re going to the farmers market (or the grocery store) and grabbing all the produce. A good salad spinner keeps produce fresh and clean so you get the most use out of it. [READ MORE]( #[OXO containers with nuts, noodles, and other food inside them.]( These OXO Pop containers are great for arthritic hands If you have arthritis or limited mobility in your hands, these containers from OXO are a great option for food storage. [READ MORE]( #[Silver electric tea kettle]( Our top cooking and baking gifts for Mother’s Day For moms in your life who love to whip up a storm in the kitchen, you’ll want to get them a gift they’ll actually use. These are the top picks from our experts. [READ MORE]( Shop these deals - [sephora's spring savings event]( is in full swing. use the code "savenow" for up to 20% off site-wide and 30% off the sephora collection. - [we love obé fitness]( for its wide range of classes and easy access. you can get an [annual membership for $99]( right now. - get bikes and cycling essentials for up to 30% off during [rei's spring bike sale](. [Placeholder] JOIN THE CARPOOL [Subscribe to our monthly newsletter]( and get expert guidance for every stage of your parenting journey. [Share with a friend]( [Subscribe]( [Visit us on Facebook!]( [Visit us on Instagram!]( [Visit us on Twitter!]( [Visit us on YouTube!]( [Visit us on Pinterest!]( [Reviewed Logomark]Reviewed is part of the USA Today network Reviewed 19 Brookline St Cambridge, MA 02139-4103 Copyright © 2023 Reviewed, All rights reserved. Is this email not displaying correctly? [View it in your browser](. [Update your email preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](