bookmark_borderThe BEST Meatless Ham Alternatives for Easter Dinner

Hey earth muffins! Easter is almost here! Like with all holidays, food is often the centerpiece of every Easter celebration. And that typically means a delicious ham! However, for those of us on plant-based diets, it can leave us searching for a good alternative… Just like there are plant-based turkey alternatives for Thanksgiving, you can also find great meatless ham alternatives for your Easter dinner too. Keep reading for the full list!

Tofurky “Ham” Roast

Tofurky has a great meatless ham roast in a lot of grocery stores this time of year. It is small (about the size of a softball), but is perfect for families with both meat and plant-based eaters. Just pop this into the oven with the ham! This roast comes with an amber ale glaze to put on top, but you could always just eat it plain as well. Definitely a great inexpensive and minimal effort product.

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bookmark_borderHow to Naturally Dye Easter Eggs

Hey earth muffins! Easter is less than a week away! Hopefully all of your plans are in place so that you can enjoy the holiday. This week is full of Easter preparations… Which means lots of eggs are getting dyed! Did you know you can naturally dye your Easter eggs? Instead of buying a dye kit (full of plastics and neon shades of the rainbow), opt to dye your eggs at home! Natural dyes are better for you, better for the planet, and look much more rustic and –well– natural. Keep reading for two of the best ways to naturally dye Easter eggs!

Option 1: Dip dye the eggs

This method is similar to the dye kits you can purchase this time of year. Instead of using a dye tablet all you have to do is concoct some dyes. The basic recipe is this:

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bookmark_borderThe Green Makeover: How to Refresh Your Look Without Harming the Planet

There has been a growing awareness of the need to reduce our environmental footprint and to live in a more sustainable and ethical way. This trend has also been reflected in the beauty and fashion industry, where people are looking for eco-friendly ways to update their look. Here, we look at some eco-friendly ways to update your look.

Look at second-hand clothing

One of the best eco-friendly ways to update your look is to shop second-hand. Thrifting is a great way to find unique and stylish clothes that don’t contribute to the fast fashion industry. Buying second-hand reduces waste and supports local businesses, making it a win-win for both you and the environment.

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