Avoid holiday food waste with smart menu planning and creative use of leftovers. Repurpose holiday dishes into soups or pies, serve smaller portions to reduce spoilage, and freeze extras for future meals. Encourage potluck gatherings and use vegetable scraps for broth, then compost any remaining waste.
Halloween is a scary time these days. Ghouls, ghosts, and witches have been replaced by sugar, palm oil, and plastic. But have no fear! A low waste Halloween is possible. Whether you have kids of your own, kids in your life, or love being a kid yourself on Halloween, we have some suggestions for how to lower your ecological footprint this year.
Valentine’s Day should be about celebrating love, whether romantic or platonic, for the people who matter most. Instead, it has morphed into a holiday that is more about consumerism and consumption than genuine connection. With all that consumption comes a lot of unnecessary waste, from plastic-wrapped candies and cheap trinkets, to the environmental and ethical…
Salt dough ornaments are a simple, eco-friendly way to decorate for the holidays. Made with pantry staples, they’re customizable, compostable, and perfect for adding a personal, sustainable touch to your seasonal decor.
If you’re looking for an easy, eco-friendly way to bring a little nature into your holiday decorating, look no further than pine cones! These natural beauties are perfect for everything from wreaths to centrepieces, even my wedding bouquet! They are free, sustainable, and 100% plastic-free. Before you start using them, though, it’s important to know…
There is something undeniably charming about a gift in a jar. They are simple, thoughtful, and perfect for adding a personal touch! From cozy simmer pots that fill the home with festive scents to delicious treats and comforting beverages, there are countless recipes for a gift in a jar that are sure to delight everyone…
Explore the benefits of giving secondhand gifts! Learn how thrifted treasures can promote sustainability, save money, and show you care.
Create a sustainable “gift in a jar” with this all-natural simmer pot recipe for a cozy holiday feeling – perfect for everyone on your list!
Create a cozy holiday vibe with this DIY gingerbread simmer pot! This natural “gift in a jar” fills any home with the warm, inviting scent of gingerbread cookies. Perfect for eco-friendly gift-giving, it’s easy to make, reusable, and sure to spread holiday cheer.
Gift giving doesn’t have to be wasteful! This holiday season, create thoughtful and sustainable presents with homemade mulled apple cider spice jars. Packed with fragrant spices and dried fruits, they’re easy to assemble, low-waste, and sure to spread warmth and cheer to your loved ones. Get the recipe here!
