Anyone else go straight to the pottery and glassware when they go thrifting? There are always so many unique glasses, baskets, and more, at even the smallest shops. Yes, it’s fun to adorn your kitchen cupboards with vintage housewares, but what about your houseplants? Your plant shelves want to be dressed up, and you won’t have to break the bank or contribute to more waste. Here are some of my favorite plant accessories to thrift: Baskets Wicker and straw baskets are always plentiful at ... Read More
Green Living
How To Be More Eco Friendly in 2022
One of the many things I learned on my journey to become more eco-friendly is that there is actually this lovely term, “eco-anxiety”. Eco-anxiety is basically the overwhelming sense of existential dread one feels about issues like climate change and global warming. And not to sound defeatist but, when you know that there is a huge disparity in impact between you as an individual consumer and that of large corporations, it makes sense that some of us are overcome with anxiety about the planet’s ... Read More
Starting a Sustainable Jewelry Brand with Pelin of Milk & Rose
Starting a business? Or just looking for sustainable jewelry brands? Either way, you'll want to hear from Pelin Cinar, founder of our latest directory member, ethical jewelry brand Milk & Rose on all things jewelry, sustainability, and shopping consciously. Read our interview below, sprinkled throughout lots of lovely images of Milk & Rose earrings, rings, necklaces, and more. Tell us your journey to bringing your designs to life. How did you find your manufacturers? What ... Read More
The Self Care Habits to Build Now For The New Year
A few weeks ago I was chatting with Tatiana of Zuahaza about their latest decor collection Hichu (photographed throughout the post by Victoria Holguin Fotografia) and the topic of self care came up. Their cozy pillows, throws, and scarves are definitely tailor-made for day of self care: relaxing, meditating, enjoying a good tea or read. But as important as we all know (and tell each other) it is to put ourselves first, when the holiday season comes... well, all bets are off. It makes ... Read More
How Can Travel Be More Sustainable Post-Pandemic?
Travel is essential for inspiration, innovation and inclusion, but it’s not without its environmental impact. Coronavirus is a chance to reshape how we travel in the future. Tourism was one of the hardest hit industries during the Covid-19 crisis. Now that countries are opening borders, many have their sights set on faraway places for the first time since 2019. Is travel set to become more sustainable in a post pandemic world? Covid19 has changed the way people view travel 2020 was the ... Read More
5 Beautiful Pink Houseplants And How To Care For Them
Hey ecofam! It's your favorite plant gal again. When we think of plants, we don’t usually think of pink, we think of green! Fortunately for lovers of candy-colored hues, there are so many beautiful varieties of plants that come in different shades of pink. Plus, they are super easy to take care of. Check out some of my favorite pink houseplants below, and let's bring some spring color into these cool upcoming winter months... Pink Princess Philodendron photo by @plantsbybing Yes, you ... Read More
