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Valentine’s AOK

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

Learn to preserve

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

Mend one thing

Learn how to get started on mending your stuff instead of replacing them.

Eat seasonally

Learn the benefits of eating seasonally.

Try visible mending

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

Hazardous household waste

Learn how to safely dispose of hazardous household waste.

DIY lip balm

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

Make a zero waste kit

Make a zero waste kit For when you are out and about, it’s a good… Read More

Start saving seeds

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

Waste less travelling

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

Donate your paint

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

Use cloth napkins

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

Switch to bamboo toothbrushes

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

Donate mascara wands

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

DIY deodorant

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

Do a plastic audit of your home

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

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

Online shopping

Greenify your online shopping We all have some personal responsibility when it comes to helping… Read More

Make laundry powder

Learn how to make your own DIY laundry powder.

Veggie water in garden

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

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.

Recycle electronics

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

Wash you clothes less

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Seek out unpackaged food

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

no more buying cheap stuff

Stop buying cheap stuff We live in a throw-a-way culture. Fast fashion, dollar stores, single-use… Read More

DIY soap

Learn how to make your own soap that is healthier for your family and the environment.

Darn your socks

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

Make soup from scraps

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

Do plastic-free July

Try plastic free July to learn new habits about living plastic free.

DIY window cleaner

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

Buy experience gifts for loved ones

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

Try a shampoo bar

Learn why you should try a shampoo bar rather than using conventional shampoo.

no food waste

Learn how you can be proactive about food waste.

Stop buying balloons

Learn why you shouldn’t buy balloons and what you can buy instead for your kids.

Handkerchiefs

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

Phantom power

Learn how you can reduce your phantom power at home.

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