Behold: my new compost sifter!

Recently I was out trash picking, and I found what appeared to be an old french fry grill basket...?  I had no idea what I was going to do with it, but I knew I had to take it home. Minutes later, I realized it would be perfect for a compost sifter.  Although the holes in the basket are about 1", I knew I could find a smaller screen to put inside. I didn't even have to leave the house...my basement wall has a bunch of exposed 1/4" chicken wire, so I knew this was the ticket.  Be careful cutting the stuff though, it's sharp! While it isn't fanciest design in the world, I think it will work for sifting through small quantities of compost.

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Gaiam Compost-Off (videos)

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd45Fghov28 So I'm sitting around listening to records and finding stuff to read about composting, when I came across the Gaiam Compost-Off.  I'm on the late train as this event happened back in 2009, but it's pretty funny to watch the multi-video series on Youtube.  The battle is between two questionable backyard composters, and neither of which are all that friendly for cramped living spaces. The Earthmaker seems like it could be an okay choice, but the thing is 4' tall and nearly 3' in diameter...jesus!  Well, if you have a big family I guess it's pretty appealing.  It's a multi-chambered design with lots of airholes and the ability to handle a lot of waste. One of my favorite things to do is go on Amazon and read the product…

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