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 …
Since embarking on my zero waste journey, I’ve started following a ton of zero waste bloggers and social media influencers on Facebook, Instagram, or by subscribing to their blogs. I used to have a negative connotation with the phrase “social media influencers,” but these people are using their power for good! I can’t tell you …
There are plenty of reasons to avoid freezing in plastic. Whether you’re trying to reduce plastic in your household or you’re worried about chemicals that could be leaching into your food, freezing in glass is an easy solution. Freezing food is an important staple of a zero waste kitchen. You can freeze your veggie scraps …
‘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 …