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Crazy Kitchen Compost Crock Critique

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oF9ReiPl8B4 Okay, so it's been a little over two days, and I'm starting to smell something if I get really close to the container. Since I put up the review of the container, I've looked around for people's feedback on the item. The main critique I see is that the lid should be more of a snug fit. This is great and all, but the holes in the top still allow air to circulate a bit. In fact, the crock is really really hot! The solution is to empty its contents once a week and you'll be fine...if you can't, you may become disappointed with this product. Another idea I had, was to try putting electrical tape over the holes from the inside. A friend of mine has some purple…

What’s the secret to successful composting through the winter?

What's the secret to successful composting through the winter? Building a worm bin, of course. Now don't get afraid, just stay with me here. For some reason, people get scared by the thought of having worms in their kitchen. I promise it's not bad, and you'll learn to love it. New to worms? I'll explain what you need to know so you can get started in no time. Backyard composting is my favorite, I love to do it and spend time every day with my dirt. I'm not even much of a gardener, I just love the dirt. However, when winter arrives it can really slow down the composting process and I don't really like going outside so much. The solution to this is creating your own worm bin. Sure,…

My review of the Norpro Compost Keeper…riveting.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oF9ReiPl8B4 Earlier this morning, my new kitchen compost crock showed up at my door. I was so psyched to get this...I think a little too psyched for what seems like a glorified jar. I've used a clear Tupperware container on my counter top for years, and I've had people get bummed on it because they can see the contents of it. Personally, I like seeing the compost soup, but whatever. So I thought it would be interesting to get a compost keeper to see if the charcoal filter was worth it or just really excessive. I've decided to leave it full of scraps and see how long it takes before it starts smelling...I'll keep you posted on it. Anyway, this thing is way bigger than I thought it would be...and…