Navigating complex global supply chains to understand the sustainability of kids’ clothing is challenging for manufacturers and even more difficult for consumers. Read about how STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® can offer manufacturers the independent expertise to validate the safety of children’s clothing and provide confidence to consumers that kids’ clothes meet rigorous and reliable safety …
Shopping small and supporting local business boosts the economy and is good for the environment in a variety of ways. It also helps build a stronger fabric of connections with the community and makes our neighborhoods and towns more resilient. Read on for more about why it’s important to prioritize shopping locally where it’s available. …
In search of a few simple tips to make your laundry room more eco-friendly and a bit easier to manage? Try these 9 Easy Tips For A More Eco-Friendly Laundry Room. This post contains affiliates links. Also, thanks to Active Detergent for providing us with free products to try. All opinions are my own. When …
Looking for a better alternative to Prime Day? Want the big discounts while supporting better brands who are working to take better care of our planet and the people who live on it? Check out Better Days by DoneGood. If you’ve been around the blog for a bit, you know I’m on a bit of …
Are you sure you really need what’s in your Amazon cart? Do you think you could find that product elsewhere? Amazon isn’t the most ethical of neighbors, so consider if one of these 12 Amazon alternatives might better serve your needs while also saving you money and helping your local economy. In a few short …
If you’re looking to live a more zero-waste lifestyle, reduce your consumption, and practice eco-friendly habits, find your local Buy Nothing group and sign up. It’s totally free, easy to participate, and will save you tons of money (while also helping you connect with your community). About two months ago, I joined our local Buy …
If you’re in looking for new ethical jewelry or fair trade shoes, Nisolo is one of my favorite brands. I supported their initial Kickstarter several years ago, and these are still one of my favorite pairs of earrings I own today. Read more about this high-quality ethical jewelry and shoe brand.
It’s been a crazy and unpredictable summer. But here are seven things that have been reliable winners for me over the last several months! This post contains affiliate links. This summer, I feel like every day shines a light on something new and confusing and challenging. We can’t count on much because everything changes from …
