Plastic-Free Living

Holiday Gift Guide for Sustainable Living

Explore a holiday guide centered on meaningful, sustainable gifting—not endless product pushes—so you can choose presents that feel good for the planet, your people, and your values.

Sustainable Holiday Starts Now: How to Create a Low-Waste Holiday Season

Sustainable Holiday Starts Now: How to Create a Low-Waste Holiday Season

Sustainable holidays don’t require perfection — just thoughtful choices. This season, create a cozy home with natural décor, travel prepared with reusables, and give gifts that feel meaningful and low-waste. Small changes add up to a holiday season that’s beautiful for your home and the planet. ✨🌿

Why We Say No to Black Friday Madness

Why We Say No to Black Friday Madness

Black Friday encourages urgency, overconsumption, and impulse buys—but the real cost shows up later in waste, returns, and products that were never needed in the first place. This year, we’re choosing Green Friday instead: a slower, more intentional way to shop that aligns with our values of mindful living, zero-waste habits, and choosing products made to last. Let’s talk about why it matters.

The Truth About Greenwashing During the Holidays

The Truth About Greenwashing During the Holidays

Discover how to avoid holiday greenwashing and shop with intention. This guide breaks down how to spot misleading “eco-friendly” claims and why supporting small sustainable brands truly makes a difference. Choose gifts that are thoughtful, low-waste, and aligned with your values this season.

How to Gift More Thoughtfully This Holiday Season

How to Gift More Thoughtfully This Holiday Season

How to gift sustainably without sacrificing joy. Discover low-waste gift ideas, mindful shopping tips, and why supporting small eco-focused businesses matters this holiday season.

The Ultimate Guide to Reusing + Disposing of Eco-Friendly Products

The Ultimate Guide to Reusing + Disposing of Eco-Friendly Products

A simple guide to reusing and responsibly disposing of eco-friendly household products. Reduce waste, choose better materials, and close the loop on everyday items.

Why Some Things Get Recycled: Understanding the Economics of Recycling

Why Some Things Get Recycled: Understanding the Economics of Recycling

Recycling isn’t just about being eco-friendly—it’s driven by economics. Materials like aluminum and glass are widely recycled because they have real market value, while many plastics—especially soft plastic film—lack demand and often end up in landfills, even when placed in a recycling bin. Understanding which materials are actually recycled helps us make more sustainable choices and reduce waste at the source.

Scary Facts About Halloween (and How to Make It More Sustainable)

Scary Facts About Halloween (and How to Make It More Sustainable)

Halloween may be all fun and games, but behind the costumes and candy lies a frightening reality — tons of plastic waste, toxic dyes, and throwaway decorations that harm our planet and our health. Discover the scary side of Halloween and learn simple, sustainable swaps to make this spooky season greener (and cleaner) for everyone. 🎃

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