With so many cafes offering using coffee grounds for home gardens they have to be goo, right? Personally, I’m a fan of using the spent …
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Reducing Waste
Worm Farm Composting (Vermicomposting)
Thinking about experimenting with worm farming? Check out our introduction to worm farm composting (vermicomposting) at home, including our experiences to date using worm farming …
Lower Waste Gift Wrapping Ideas
Christmas is almost here! Where does the time go? Still shopping and wrapping? Yup, me too! Here are lower waste gift wrapping ideas for pretty …
Sustainable Sewing and Home Textile Waste
Today’s post is all about sustainable sewing and home textile waste. It can be difficult to find the right personal balance of creative fun with …
Grocery Delivery vs. In Store Shopping Footprint
Have you ever considered grocery shopping online instead of in store? Here are our reflections on the good and the bad of home grocery delivery …
Advantages and Disadvantages of Air Drying Laundry
Thinking about ditching your clothes dryer? Changing your laundry habits? Giving up (or reducing) use of these power hungry appliances has advantages and disadvantages, but …
15 Earth Day Ideas for Eco-Conscious Crafting
In celebration of Earth Day, here are 15 ideas for more eco-conscious crafting and creative projects. Small changes all add up. Little adjustments in you …
World Oceans Day: Our Oceans, Our Future
Today is World Oceans Day. The 2017 theme of “Our Oceans, Our Future” focuses on encouraging solutions to plastic pollution and preventing marine litter for a healthier …
World Water Day: Wastewater
Want to understand and reduce your wastewater footprint? We’re taking a detour from the garden for World Water Day. Wastewater is this year’s theme, and …
DIY Reusable Children’s Fabric Tote Gift Bags
These simple sew DIY tote bags are an easy way to make your own reusable gift bags. Drawstring bags are a reusable gifting favourite, but …
Clutter Busting Craft Supply Destash and Organisation
Recharge your creativity (and keep it greener) with a clutter busting craft supply destash and reorganisation. Reduce waste, save money, and have more creative fun. …