It’s that time of year–the holiday season! Sometimes it can be challenging to find the right eco-friendly gift for your loved ones that live up to your criteria–whether you’re trying to reduce waste, lower carbon emissions, or shop fair trade. Or maybe (hopefully) all three! That’s where I come in! I also think it’s important …
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 …
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 …
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 …
‘Tis the season! I love this magical time of year with all of my heart and soul. The long cozy nights leading up to Christmas, the cheerful familiar carols, watching our favorite holiday movies, and admiring all the festive lights on people’s houses. (Or in Japan, the illumination shows throughout the city!) Click here to …
Nature provides us with so many decorations for the holiday season. That wreath on your door, the Christmas tree, colorful garlands, and decorative ornaments…although these classic holiday decorations are often plastic, they are modeled after their earthly counterparts. It just makes sense to do it the natural way instead. Not only will you help the …