Making the switch over to reusable wet wipes from the traditional variety is a game-changer for limiting waste and saving money. If you have a baby, you likely use two to three wet wipes with each diaper change. Add in all the wet wipes you use after mealtimes, for boogers, and for sticky hands… that’s […]
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Do you ever stop to ask yourself, “What’s in my bag?” For so many of us, our handbags are black holes – junk magnets.They’re also a great place to check how much plastic has snuck into your day-to-day lifestyle and a great place to look for ways to improve or avoid it in the future.
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Today, I’m sharing my best reusable product ideas. One of the biggest challenges we face, especially when first starting out on our plastic free journey, is remembering our reusable items. Apart from that, there’s the decision fatigue of picking the right reusable item. This post is here to help with that! From personal care to
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Have you ever had a jar that you loved, but weren’t sure how to remove labels from jars? Although virtually all recycling equipment can now handle labels left on jars, there are a plethora of other reasons to remove the label. What are the benefits of reusing glass jars? Reusing what we have is one
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July 3rd is International Plastic Bag Free Day. It’s one of the most important international holidays, as it brings attention to a huge issue in today’s society: single use plastic. Plastic bags take 20 years or more to break down. We use about 500 billion plastic bags each year worldwide, which works out to about one
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Your first time looking for and shopping in a bulk store might feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Simply searching for “bulk stores near me” online can sometimes seem unhelpful. Luckily, there’s an app designed to simplify your search! Here’s where to find your closest bulk store and what you will
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Are you someone who sees every Monday as a fresh start? Who loves the beginning of a month because it’s a chance to set new goals and take on new challenges? The monthly Aim Plastic Free challenge is live and ready for you to join! It’s the perfect time for you to take action on new
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Once you make the switch to homemade degreaser, you’ll never go back to the storebought version. It’s a common misconception that we need storebought, commercial-grade chemicals to get things truly clean. That’s simply not the case! In fact, a homemade degreaser is just as effective as the kind you can pick up at the store.
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Have you ever wondered how to grow a loofah? Are you still using a plastic-based sponge to wash your dishes or your body? It’s time to make the switch! Traditional sponges are hard on the environment, yet they’re still the primary choice for cleaning. Fortunately, there’s a simple solution – and you can grow it
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If you’ve tried to throw any kind of celebration on your eco-friendly journey, you’ve likely come across balloon alternatives. Balloons are infamously bad for the environment, yet they’re synonymous with celebrations. Like many other eco-friendly alternatives to party decorations (read my blog on eco glitter here,) you should do your research on balloon alternatives before buying
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