We’re all familiar with the little blue bin we see in classrooms and offices—the three arrows that we’ve been taught is a symbol of reducing consumption guilt. But while we all want recycling to be this fix-all for the ever-growing list of problems that come hand in hand with a planet struggling to keep up with our growing population, you have to wonder—how much of a difference is it actually making? We’ve also heard about how individual efforts pale in the comparison to the potential impact ... Read More
Zero Waste
15 Unique Zero Waste Goods For Design Lovers
I don't know about you, but in my circles, the zero waste movement isn't exactly known for beautiful design. Whether it's the packaging (or cleverly, lack thereof) or products themselves, zero waste goods often look like undone versions of their more popular, plastic-using, corner-cutting counterparts. But while most zero waste gifts are less than glamorous (and yeah, that's kind of the point), there are plenty of intelligently designed, and beautifully done, sustainable products to own and to ... Read More
Zero Waste Shopping: Where To Buy Zero Waste Online
Do your new years goals involve reducing waste? (Perhaps you received a sustainable gift that inspired a new path.) While a pandemic is not an ideal time for *anything* there actually are some benefits to adopting zero waste habits in the midst of this chaos—such as more time at home and and a fresh perspective on what really brings meaning to your space. Whatever it is, you're ready to dive in, and we're here to show you where to buy plastic free products online, because thankfully there are ... Read More
DIY Natural Avocado Dye with Zuahaza
Our friend Tatiana of ethical home decor brand Zuahaza is here today with a DIY natural avocado dye tutorial that is so thorough and easy to follow even novice dyers will be able to pull it off! If you aren't familiar with Tatiana's work, be sure to check out their studio tour and behind the scenes of their latest collection of textiles, inspired by Colombian fruits. Now for her tutorial, below... As a brand dedicated to revitalize the craft of weaving and naturally dyeing, we are invested in ... Read More
25 Sustainable Gift Ideas for Zero Waste Enthusiasts
Hope you are enjoying our sustainable gift ideas this holiday season so far! Don't forget to read our self care gift guide and our ideas for sustainable home gifts! Today's guide is full of zero waste gift ideas, whether for the seasoned zero waster or newbie. Doesn't a zero waste stocking seem like a ton of fun to fill? Just sayin. The Etsy shop inOILS, out of Portland, OR, offers zero waste bars of soap in small and travel sizes, and you can even just order the "shreds" (which are ... Read More
Where To Find The Best Sustainable Cleaning Supplies
Adopting a low waste or zero waste lifestyle might have you thinking you need to toss out all your old products in favor of DIY detergents and wooden brushes. Of course, it's a lot more practical, and sustainable, to use what you have and restock (replacing empty items with eco-friendly alternatives) only when necessary. Well, it took us about two and a half years since we moved into our apartment to run low on all of the conventional cleaning supplies we started with. We're a household of ... Read More
