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Make meals from scratch

Make more meals from scratch We all know that we should make more meals from… Read More

Donate mascara wands

Learn how you can put your old mascara wands to good use.

Don’t shop at dollar stores

Don't shop at dollar stores (if you can) Not only are dollar stores filled with… Read More

Washing your clothes in cold water

Wash clothes in cold water We all know that we should be doing this. It… Read More

Phantom power

Learn how you can reduce your phantom power at home.

Buy experience gifts for loved ones

Buy experience gifts for your loved ones Do you want to reduce your environmental impact… Read More

Use cloth napkins

Use cloth napkins Why are we still using paper napkins? It’s madness to keep spending… Read More

Fix it, don’t toss it

Fix it There are many reasons to consider repairing rather than tossing. Repairing items can… Read More

Rent your special occasion clothes

Rent your special occasion clothes The fashion industry is one of the most resource-intensive industries… Read More

Try loose leaf tea

Try loose leaf tea Did anyone read that horrifying article about the BILLIONS of microplastics… Read More

Learn to preserve

Learn to preserve Ever worry about an apocalypse type situation where you can no longer… Read More

Do the 30 wears test

Do the 30 wears test One of the things you can ask yourself when you’re… Read More

Hazardous household waste

Learn how to safely dispose of hazardous household waste.

DIY window cleaner

Make your own window cleaner All you need to make your own window cleaner is… Read More

Take the time to go to your city’s website to read up on the rules because you could be inadvertently sending something to landfill over and over again because you think it’s recyclable or because you’re recycling it wrong.

Recycle electronics

Learn the importance of recycling your electronics and how to do it.

Cook with cast iron

Cook with cast iron People have been cooking with cast iron for hundreds of years… Read More

Make soup from scraps

Make soup from scraps A great way to prevent kitchen waste is to freeze your… Read More

Foraging how to

Learn the basics about foraging.

Seek out unpackaged food

Have an impact on how much plastic your local grocery store uses.

DIY lip balm

Make your own lip balm Conventional lip balms are often full of manmade chemicals that… Read More

Start saving seeds

Learn why you should start saving the seeds from the fruit and veggies you eat.

Conserve water

Here are a few things you can do around your own home to conserve water that will cost you little to no money.

Try visible mending

Try visible mending Visible mending is becoming more popular these days, which is so fun.… Read More

Make laundry powder

Learn how to make your own DIY laundry powder.

Valentine’s AOK

Why not celebrate love this valentine’s with a few acts of kindness for those around you.

Buy repairable products

Buy repairable products Before you buy a new toy or electronic device, try checking to… Read More

Kick you paper towels habit

Learn why you should kick your paper towel habit and how you can do it.

Darn your socks

It’s easy to darn (fix) those holes in your socks.

Do a plastic audit of your home

Do a plastic audit in your home Have you ever gone around your home and… Read More

Switch to bamboo toothbrushes

Switch to bamboo toothbrushes In the US, 1 BILLION plastic toothbrushes are thrown out each… Read More

Waste less travelling

Here are some quick tips on how you can reduce your waste when you travel.

Try low waste gift wrapping

Try low waste gift wrapping While pretty, traditional gift wrapping--using wrapping paper, tape, bows, glitter… Read More

Donate your paint

Donate your paint Did you know that Habitat for Humanity ReStores takes leftover housepaint? They… Read More

Eat seasonally

Learn the benefits of eating seasonally.

no food waste

Learn how you can be proactive about food waste.

Handkerchiefs

Make handkerchiefs Back in the day, there was no such thing as Kleenex and everyone… Read More

DIY deodorant

Make your own deodorant It is dead easy to make your own deodorant. It’s just… Read More

Veggie water in garden

Use your veggie water in your garden An easy thing you can do to boost… Read More

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