Hey earth muffins! Earth Day is on Saturday – do you know how you will be celebrating yet? If not, there are plenty of things you can do to celebrate Earth Day this year! From little things to bigger projects, make sure you spend some time being kind to the planet on her special day. Keep reading for a full list of things to do on Saturday!
Hey earth muffins! When I was growing up, a silly little “leprechaun” would cause havoc around the house on St. Patrick’s Day… Just like Santa or the Easter Bunny, I would look forward to his arrival each year. Now that I’ve grown up, I still like to cause a bit of mischief for old times sake – and you can too! Plus, these shenanigans can also be eco-friendly and low-impact on the planet too. Keep reading for the best sustainable leprechaun tricks to play this St. Patty’s Day!
A classic leprechaun trick is to dye the milk green. Who remembers opening the fridge and seeing green milk for their cereal??! While most people opt to use food coloring, you can also use natural dyes to avoid the plastic packaging if you don’t already have food coloring in your pantry. Spinch is an excellent way to dye foods green. You might want to opt out of the milk though (as spinach milk just doesn’t sound great…); but, there are plenty of other foods to dye instead. Get creative!
Read More ➥Hey earth muffins! I can’t believe that March is already here – and St. Patty’s Day is just around the corner too! This holiday is all about “green”… Which is perfect for us environmentalists! With a holiday that celebrates such an eco-friendly color, it is time to be a wee bit more sustainable this St. Patrick’s Day… Here are 4 easy ways to be green!
While not everyone partakes in the holiday festivities, St. Patrick’s Day weekend is notorious for lots of parties and drinking. If you find yourself at any type of event, avoid the single-use red Solo cups. Bring your own reusable cup OR opt for drinks in glass bottles that can be recycled at the end of the night. Such a great (and easy) way to have a zero waste St. Patrick’s Day!
Read More ➥Hey earth muffins! Valentine’s Day is only a few days away… Time to think about spreading some love! While the holiday is usually meant for celebrating your relationship(s), it can also be about giving a little extra love to the planet and the organizations that make our communities better. In today’s post, I will share the best nonprofits to support on February 14th. This support can be monetary, time commitments, or even just spreading their message. Let’s jump right into it!
Very fitting with the holiday, check out The Valentine Project. This nonprofit allows you to adopt someone as a “Valentine” or to send Kindness cards (aka valentines) to people with major illnesses. Last year I used up a bunch of old craft supplies to make a ton of valentines for sick children in a local hospital; it is such a rewarding way to spread a little bit of extra love to those who need it.
Read More ➥Hey earth muffins! If you can’t tell by the red and pink aisles at every major store, Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. While a huge teddy bear is cute and cuddly for a while, Teddy will (unfortunately) end up as trash in a landfill in the near future. So, what gifts can you give that won’t harm the planet?? Here is a list of the best sustainable valentine gifts to give this Valentine’s Day!
Hey earth muffins! Whether you are prepared for it or not, the holiday season is upon us. Thanksgiving and Christmas are some of my favorite times of year. It is important to stay eco-friendly even when we are busy celebrating with family and friends! If you prep in advance to stay sustainable, you will be more likely to stick to these values even during the busiest times. In today’s post, I will be sharing my top tips on how you can go green for the holidays. Let’s jump right in and get ready to celebrate! 🎉
Especially with Thanksgiving just around the corner, take actions to reduce your food waste over the holidays. This can be as simple as planning your meals or shopping your pantry before the grocery store. But, you can even push yourself to cook more vegetarian dishes or start composting in your backyard! Check out this full guide on how you can reduce your food waste. You’d be surprised on how much food you can divert from the landfill by following these simple tips!
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