Plastic-Free Living

How to Host a Green Holiday Party with Less Waste

How to Host a Green Holiday Party with Less Waste

From disposable decorations to excess food waste, the environmental impact of holiday parties can add up quickly. This year, why not host a holiday party that’s both festive and eco-friendly?

Decorate Sustainably: Holiday Decorations from Nature

Decorate Sustainably: Holiday Decorations from Nature

By embracing sustainable decorating practices, you can reduce waste, save money, and create a beautiful, nature-inspired holiday ambiance. Here’s how to make your home merry and mindful this season.

Real or Fake: The Christmas Tree Dilemma

Real or Fake: The Christmas Tree Dilemma

Ho Ho Ho, Merry Consumer Season! Part of the rich tapestry of American holiday tradition is the Christmas tree, glowing with light and shiny baubles as the centerpiece of our seasonal décor. But does that tree fit in with a commitment to reducing our waste?

Green Gifting: 10 Eco-Friendly Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season

Green Gifting: 10 Eco-Friendly Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season

This holiday season, embrace eco-friendly gifting with items that promote sustainability and reduce waste. Here’s a curated list of our best green gifts, including some exciting new products in our shop, perfect for everyone on your list!

Tips for a More Sustainable Thanksgiving Holiday

Tips for a More Sustainable Thanksgiving Holiday

This year, let’s approach Thanksgiving with a spirit of mindfulness—honoring both the planet and the past—and focus on making more sustainable choices. 

A Historical Reflection + Unsustainable Habits of Thanksgiving

A Historical Reflection + Unsustainable Habits of Thanksgiving

The origins of Thanksgiving are deeply rooted in colonialism—a legacy that involves the oppression of Indigenous people. This history is often overlooked, leaving the holiday's true beginnings sanitized in mainstream narratives. Over time, Thanksgiving has also evolved into a day of harmful overconsumption, as excessive feasting and the subsequent Black Friday shopping frenzy fuel waste and environmental impact. Let's reflect on all of it....

Turn Black Friday Green: Tips for Responsible Shopping This Holiday Season

Turn Black Friday Green: Tips for Responsible Shopping This Holiday Season

This Black Friday, let’s shift from impulse buying to mindful shopping. Discover how conscious consumerism can turn the holiday season into an opportunity to support sustainable brands, reduce waste, and make every purchase count. In this blog, we’ll guide you on spotting greenwashing, shopping with intention, and minimizing the environmental impact of returns. Join us in making this holiday season a force for good—because conscious consumerism is the gift that keeps on giving.

No Straw November: Why Skipping the Straw Matters

No Straw November: Why Skipping the Straw Matters

No Straw November is a global movement encouraging individuals to avoid using plastic straws for 30 days. While it may seem like a small change, the collective effort can make a significant difference in reducing single-use plastic waste.

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