“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” Turning trash into treasure is the true spirit of upcycling! Upcycled projects are even better than recycling because you are upgrading something destined for the recycling bin and…
Reducing plastic waste is a goal for many people in the zero waste movement, especially when it comes to non-recyclable and single-use plastic packaging. So when we think of prepping food it can be a…
Did you know that 8 million metric tons of plastic enter the ocean each year? That’s equivalent to a garbage truck dumping a load of plastic into the ocean every minute of every day. (source) A…
Do you think about the amount of packaging our food comes in? Do you notice how much you throw away while prepping meals? For a lot of people, it’s out of sight out of mind…
Recycling can help to reduce the amount of plastic that ends up in waterways and oceans. Yet it is not enough to prevent the plastic pollution crisis that our environment is facing. Did you know…
Have you ever made a decision that didn’t help the environment because it took too much energy? …or thought? …or advanced planning? Did you feel guilty about your decision? If so, you have probably suffered…
Are you looking to reduce your waste, cut down on single-use plastic, and have a greener household? Using zero waste laundry detergent will help your family cut down on the 1.6 million barrels of oil…
It’s becoming a known statistic that scientists are predicting that by 2050 – just 30 years away – there will be more plastic in our oceans than fish. Looking at this quote probably has you…
Switching to zero waste shampoo (and conditioner) is a great way to improve your health and the health of the planet. Did you know that 50 percent of people in the U.S. don’t recycle personal…
You are probably here because you are just starting your zero waste (or low waste) journey, want to continue the next steps on your journey, or want to figure out what zero waste swaps to…
Are you new to the zero waste lifestyle? Are you looking for zero waste lifestyle tips to transition your family but don’t know where to start? First of all, welcome! You are in the right…
As summer approaches, many families start counting the days until school is out and they can take a family vacation. Our family is no different, except for that we try to practice eco-friendly travel and…
Mother’s Day is approaching fast! Are you looking for a zero waste or eco-friendly Mother’s Day gift for your mom, wife, or special woman in your life? Shopping for mom can be hard sometimes, especially…
With all that is going on in this world, I can help but wonder if the zero waste lifestyle will survive this global pandemic. What once was seen as a virtuous practice is now considered…
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The United States is the world’s largest consumer of toilet paper, according to the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC). When a typical household of 4 people uses about 100 pounds of toilet paper a year,…
Earth Day is a day I look forward to every year! It’s a time when everyone is thinking about how to be eco-friendly and teach their children to do the same. This Earth Day activity…
These words from Anne Marie Bonneau, the Zero-Waste Chef, have stuck with me since I read them the first time. I’m still relatively new to the zero waste movement and often feel guilty that I’m…
Building a zero-waste, or low-waste, lifestyle can be overwhelming and costly at first, but it doesn’t have to be. I’ve found simple and less expensive ways to build a zero-waste tool kit on a budget…
Earth Day is right around the corner on April 22nd. What a great time to teach our children why we celebrate Earth Day using a fun, upcycled craft like DIY Earth Day Recycled Crayons. In…
