Plastic-Free(ish)

2-Ingredient Zero Waste Sink Cleaner

I used to think that nothing but harsh chemicals could get my dirty sink clean. But when I ran out of my last can of AJAX, I put baking a natural z...

5 Zero Waste Candy Alternatives for Trick-or-Treaters

Of all the holidays, Halloween is my favorite. But, what's a zero waster/Halloween lover to do? It's hard to find plastic-free alternatives for tri...

5 Tips for a Zero Waste Move

They say that two moves is as good as a fire. While moving is inherently chaotic, but it does provide the opportunity to minimize your belongings a...

Homemade DIY Rosewater

Our backyard has an abundance of rose bushes and it got me to thinking — what can I do with the petals? Rosewater is easy to make and has anti-infl...

8 Tips for Thrift Shopping

When it comes to zero waste and fashion, buying secondhand is key. Thrifting is like a treasure hunt—it takes time, patience and a little luck. In ...

5 Tips for Getting Started with Zero Waste

Many friends have told me that they would like to reduce their waste but don't know where to get started. Going zero waste can seem intimidating an...

DIY Zero Waste Makeup Remover

I need a really good makeup remover. One that is gentle, gets the job done and something I can mix up easily when I'm running low. After some exper...

6 Zero Waste Essentials for the Farmers' Market

One of our favorite things about the farmers' market is that it's so easy to shop plastic-free. Your food has traveled a shorter distance (local fa...

How to Plan a Zero Waste, Budget-Friendly Wedding

As some of you might know, Max and I are getting married this June! With a date and venue selected, we've been hard at work planning the wedding......

Zero Waste DIY All-Purpose Cleaner

I used to drop into Target before any big cleaning project and stock up on a number of highly specialized (and highly chemical) cleaners. Since tra...

recipe

Homemade Tumeric Milk

Tumeric milk is my favorite drink for cold weather and when I'm under the weather. It's spicy, soothing, creamy and its anti-microbial and anti-vi...

5 Tips for a Plastic-Free, Minimal Fridge

A refrigerator is like a closet for your food—and like clothing, you want to have your food readily accessible, well organized and arranged in a wa...