12-28-08-howtotipjul.jpgLast July, Re-Nest had lots of how tos for the kitchen - such as DIY sock and pot-holders, cleaning your counters with a paintbrush and how to get good results with zero VOC paint - and a few for elsewhere in your home.

Jump below for the the best how tos and tips from July ...

DIY Sock Potholder - Saving the World—and Burnt Fingers—One Sock at a Time

How To... Use Less Packaging

Simple Green Tip: Clean Your Counters With a Paintbrush

How-To Tip: 10 DIY Recyclables You Shouldn't Pass Up

How To: Get Good Results With Zero-VOC Paint

How to: Track Junk Mail