Mother’s Day is right around the corner, and boy did I procrastinate with gifts this year! Usually we send flowers back home to our moms, but I recently learned just how unsustainable cut flowers can be. In my online shopping frenzy to come across the perfect gift for my mom and mother-in-law, I decided to …
This year’s Easter will certainly be one to remember, that’s for sure. You won’t be attending Easter Sunday church services, having community Easter egg hunts, or having Easter brunch with a group of your friends. However, that doesn’t mean Easter isn’t still happening. We’re doin’ this! We’re still celebrating Easter! I’ve put together a few …
Capsule wardrobes are becoming more and more popular, and with good reason! They help you develop your personal style, ensure you have an outfit you love for every occasion, and they help save the environment. What’s not to love? I knew all about capsule wardrobes, in theory. I even had a Pinterest board for capsule …
When you first start trying to move towards a plastic-free kitchen, it can seem challenging. Maybe you don’t have access to a bulk food store so you end up with more plastic food packaging than you’d like. We don’t have a bulk food store where we live, but we still manage to keep our kitchen …
There are many ways that our shopping habits and clothing choices can help save the world. Sustainable fashion encompasses both the brand and the consumer. For brands, they have an ethical responsibility to pay their garment workers a living wage and ensure they have a safe workplace. They should maximize the good they are doing …
An experience gift is the best gift you can give someone. Think back to your childhood. Which presents do you remember getting from your favorite relative? Maybe you remember a few, or maybe none at all. I know I can barely remember most of the Christmas and birthday gifts I got as a child. You …
I love everything that fall symbolizes. There is a season for everything, both for the planet and for our bodies, minds and souls. We are a microcosm in Mother Earth’s macrocosm, and the seasons of the earth also remind us of our own internal seasons and phases. I love the transition from summer to fall, …
Fall is upon us, which means one thing–all my favorite holidays are coming right up! Even if you’ve been dedicated to reducing your waste all year long, the holiday season always manages to throw everyone for a spin. Halloween is no different. Having an eco-friendly Halloween can seem like a major challenge. Halloween has tons …
Singapore is a stunning city unlike any other place in the world. An incredible blend of nature and city, it’s been nicknamed “The City in a Garden.” It is one of the world’s greenest cities, with 47% of Singapore being covered by gardens or parks. This was evident right away, with buildings everywhere having trees …
I’ve finally achieved a zero waste shower routine! It’s been a long time coming; I’ve been almost zero waste in the shower for several months now. I finally started using a safety razor, making me 100% plastic-free behind that shower curtain. Although it’s just one small part of my daily routine, it’s really exciting to …