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Monthly Archives: May 2016
Waste-Free Fashion?
I’ve never been what you’d call “trendy”. This year, I’ve begun building “capsule wardrobes” and learning to make fabulous outfits with fewer clothing articles. This has drastically increased my fashion savvy (I finally learned what a “cardigan” was!). The thing … Continue reading
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Tagged capsule wardrobes, Minimalism, ThredUp, Zero Waste
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Making My “Habit” Low Waste
I have a caffeine addiction. Not the slightly jittery but still productive cute caffeine addiction that many of us enjoy, either. But that is beside the point. The point is, my habit could undermine my attempt to go zero waste. … Continue reading
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Tagged caffeine, coffee, french press, Zero Waste
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Channeling Ms. Fixit
I’m a passable seamstress. While my creative expletives over sewing machines are rarely child-appropriate, I can mend a pair of pants until the fabric gives up the ghost. This willingness to mend has saved us a ton of money and … Continue reading
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Tagged mending, Minimalism, tasks vs results, Zero Waste
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Amending My Approach
We’re nearing the end of my 30 day challenge (only 5 days left!) and I’ve come to the conclusion that in many ways, I’m doing it “wrong”. It isn’t that there aren’t as many ways to go zero waste as … Continue reading
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Tagged the 5 r's, zero waste philosophy, zero waste trinkets
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Celebrate Zero Waste
My birthday is coming up and I’ve begun planning. Keeping my new zero waste lifestyle in mind, I’ve got some ideas to revamp the normal festivities. Here Are Some Ideas: Facebook Events and E-Invitations. I already set this up. Obviously, this … Continue reading
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Tagged birthday parties, digital invitations, zero waste party ideas
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Trees Are Friends, Not Waste!
It’s no secret that I like trees. They’re kind of my official mascot (if I ever get a tattoo…). And not because I’m a tree-hugger, which I am. It’s because they are just about my favorite thing ever. Growing up … Continue reading
Sick? No Waste!
Disclaimer: I am not a doctor and the content below is for informational uses only. I am not suggesting that these will “cure” or “treat” illness. I am merely providing information on techniques that have helped me in my personal … Continue reading
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Tagged kids and remedies, natural cold remedies, zero waste and sick
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