Plastic-Free Living

Second hand September and tips for thrifting

The Essential Guide to Second Hand September

Every item we buy has a footprint – from the energy used in production to the waste generated at its end-of-life. This month, let's celebrate shopping second hand, whether it's clothing, furniture, home goods, or any item that deserves a second chance.

Ghost Nets, Bycatch, and the Looming Crisis of Commercial Fishing's Toll on our Oceans

Ghost Nets, Bycatch, and the Looming Crisis of Commercial Fishing's Toll on our Oceans

When it comes to ocean plastic, straws are just a drop in the ocean when compared to the plastic waste and harm to marine life caused by the fishing industry. From ghost nets to bycatch, commercial fishing is permanently altering underwater ecosystems at an alarming rate...

Sustainable Back to school tips

Sustainable Back to School: An Eco-Friendly Guide

Did you know $661 is the average amount American parents spend per child for back-to-school shopping? 😮 

Plastic Free July is Over... Now What? The Journey Continues!

Plastic Free July is Over... Now What? The Journey Continues!

Plastic Free July's aim is not just to reduce plastic usage in July but to educate and inspire long-term changes in our everyday habits. We've all learned so much over the past month – about the plastic crisis, about our ability to adapt, and about the significant impact small changes can make...

Plastic Free July: Join the Movement with Me Mother Earth

Plastic Free July: Join the Movement with Me Mother Earth

Plastic Free July presents a timely reminder for us to rethink our plastic consumption habits and embrace sustainable alternatives.

Konjac Sponges: Embracing Sustainability in Your Skincare Routine

Konjac Sponges: Embracing Sustainability in Your Skincare Routine

Discover the wonders of konjac sponges, a sustainable skincare alternative, as we explore their gentle effectiveness, compostability, and their role in reducing the beauty industry's waste.

Sustainable Gardening Tips: How to Create an Eco-Friendly and Productive Garden

Sustainable Gardening Tips: How to Create an Eco-Friendly and Productive Garden

Gardening is a fantastic way to promote sustainable living and connect with nature while producing your own food. Here are some tips to help you create an eco-friendly and productive garden this Spring....

Earth Day is over...now what?

Earth Day is over...now what?

Earth Day is an important day for all of us to reflect on the state of our Mother Earth and the actions we can take to protect it. However, it's not just about what we do on Earth Day or even Earth Month, but what we continue to do in the days, weeks, and months ahead...

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