Stopping Junk Mail and Dealing With Paper Clutter
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5y ago
When you're working hard on adopting eco-friendly habits and developing a low waste routine, the constant flow of junk mail in your letterbox can feel immensely frustrating. Why do you have to deal with all these letters, flyers, and takeout menus, none of which you gave permission to be dropped at your door? A while back I made opting out of junk mail my main focus and I found it to be surprisingly rather easy to do. Within a month I'd stemmed the flow of unsolicited mail and reduced it to zero. Yes, zero. I wanted to share how I did it (along with a few extra steps you could take) s ..read more
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May Update: A Year Of Second-Hand Shopping Challenge
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5y ago
After my no-spend month, I've focused on having a strict wishlist when thrifting. While it's nice to pick up a few new-to-me pieces to refresh my wardrobe and home, most of the things I buy (particularly clothes) aren't needs but wants. When thrifting, it's really easy to spot lovely clothes and homewares; there's a feeling of urgency to buy them because they're often one of a kind and affordable. It's really easy to end up with more things than I need and sticking to a wishlist helps keep that in check. In preparation for putting together my summer capsule, I went through my wardrobe ..read more
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Creating A Minimalist Makeup Collection
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5y ago
I enjoy makeup; I don't wear a lot of it, barely any in fact, but I'm not ready to let go of it entirely. Day-to-day I wear concealer-only or nothing at all yet I like having a small selection of products for evenings out and special occasions. That wasn't always the case. I used to wear a full face of makeup. I'd never dream of setting foot outside without it. I'd watch countless YouTube videos, add endless (and totally unnecessary) products to my wish list, and buy product after product that sat, barely used, until I threw them all away. I wasted so much time and money, only to feel ..read more
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Common Houseplant Questions, Answered
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5y ago
Growing houseplants has been a hobby of mine for the last few years; I've amassed quite a collection with over 85 different species and well over 100 individual plants. It's a peaceful hobby that brings me a lot of joy. When I'm not tending to my plants, I'm reading about them or swapping cuttings with fellow plant lovers. Whenever I share a plant tour it prompts a lot of curious questions. I'm often asked about my plants, how I care for them, what plants I recommend, where do I buy them and how do I keep them healthy and happy. In this post I'm answering the most frequently asked q ..read more
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Vegan-Friendly Footwear
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5y ago
Smart looking, comfortable vegan-friendly footwear can be tricky to find. In the past it's always required a balancing act between looking nice and standing the test of time. There are so many brands offering vegan footwear now that you no longer have to compromise style for comfortable or wear ugly shoes just because they're the most practical option–unless you want to! I pick my shoes for very specific purposes and it's rare to find a brand that covers all basis. I've pooled together all my knowledge about shopping for vegan-friendly footwear and shared with you my favourite brands and ..read more
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Dyeing Clothes
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5y ago
After purchasing thrifted items that required a few basic tweaks to make them work; I've been focusing on giving the rest of my wardrobe a little TLC. From missing buttons to worn fabric, investing the time in some wardrobe upkeep is a surefire way to make your clothes feel new again. I don't know about you but I'm always reluctant to wear something that isn't quite right and faded clothing makes me feel scruffy. These items get pushed to the side as the mere sight of them reminds me of all the things I know I need to fix but keep putting off. So this month I decided to tackle those prob ..read more
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A Slow Travel Checklist
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5y ago
I'm a last minute packer. It's not because I hate packing or I'm so absent minded I forget. No, after years of packing light and only travelling with a carry-on bag, I'm familiar with exactly what I need to take with me and what I should leave behind. I thought it would be useful to share with you my travel packing list; the list I have saved to my phone so I can check everything off as I pack it. It includes everything from the essentials right down to the extras you may or may not need depending on the destination. This handy checklist will come in useful if you're planning some trip ..read more
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Refresh For Spring
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5y ago
Spring is one of my favourite seasons; I love feeling the weather getting warmer, the shift in light and how it makes my apartment look, the lengthening of the days slowly but noticeably, and seeing all the plants (indoors and out) growing again. Spring presents the opportunity to refresh everything from the clothes we wear to the food we eat. Over the winter months I find myself settling into certain routines that, while appropriate for the colder weather, gets a little tiresome after a while. When spring rolls around I'm ready to break those habits and switch things up. These are the s ..read more
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Week Notes #134: Inspiring Links
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5y ago
A round-up of the month in links. Links   • The acts about climate change   • 50 foods you should eat to help the planet   • Second-hand shopping is on the rise   • We shouldn't treat sustainability as a trend   • Why environmentalists disagree about food sustainability   • Healing with plants   • Thoughts on having influence   • Friendship is easy: talk to people   • The last British orchid under guard   • An entire weekend without a phone   • Is your wellness practice just a diet?   • Procrastination isn't about laziness   • An honest chat about ren ..read more
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Packing For A Zero Waste Road Trip
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5y ago
Since I moved 200 miles away from my family home, I regularly take an 8-hour round trip back home to see them or to house sit while they’re away. I’ve quickly learned what to pack for a zero waste road trip, from snacks to drinks and everything in-between. If you’re about to embark on a day trip, weekend away, or a long haul adventure, this post will help you prepare for a sustainable zero waste journey. PlanningIf you’re someone who likes to plan your trip from start to finish, from the route you take to the places you stop, try to do as much of this using online resources as you c ..read more
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