Have you ever made a purchase based solely on the appearance of the product? Are simple packaging or marketing words such as 'environmentally friendly' enough to make you choose one product over another? It is possible that you are falling prey to greenwashing. Everywhere and everywhere we go, this is an ever-present issue.

Upfront costs are inevitable in many instances of our lives. We make expensive purchases such as homes, vehicles, our education, and electronics all for the sake of needs or reaching achievements in life. We justify the high price tag because we are gain long term value from these things. We often will spend lots of time weighing our options, or doing research to make the right decision that is best for us.

By no means is it the only or even best way to compost — but it’s the way I do it and it works for me, so I figure it was worth sharing with you! I opt for a more hands-off, cold composting process at my home for the sake of time and energy. We aren’t ever in a rush to get the contents out to our home garden so the process is stretched out over a 6+ month time frame.

Once you have invested in some pieces it is important you care for it properly so it looks it’s best and lasts a long time. Don’t worry! This isn’t as daunting of a task as you might first think. You likely happened upon this post unsure of the commitment you have made, but Linen is actually pretty low maintenance. This post will be a quick overview on how to clean and maintain linen at home, feel free to keep it handy as a reference.

Through my love of thrifting, I have often found myself coming across repeat household items. I am not sure if there is just an influx of these items in circulation, or for some reason individuals are replacing these items and donating them on regular; regardless, it’s nice to have a solid list of items I know I am sure to find on my thrifting ventures should I ever need to replace or invest in a new home item.

I love thrifting so much. It’s the coolest thing on earth if you ask me. There’s something so special about finding that perfect clothing piece that is worn just right, or that piece of furniture that gives a lived-in look to your space. A satisfaction you can't get from picking something off a rack at a store that has 10 or 15 duplicates on display.

I am a lazy composter. I don't really check the temperature of the compost, and I do not pay close attention to how moist it is. The length of time it takes to make compost is irrelevant to me. My attitude is just acceptance of whatever comes my way when it is ready. It would be nice if there was a place for me to drop off food waste and not have it end up in a landfill instead of managing it myself but for now, we will continue managing it at home.

It is remarkable that so many bathroom products take up so much space and produce so much trash. If you take a look around your space, you will quickly notice how many items will just end up being thrown out. I want to share my favorite zero-waste products to help you make your bathroom more eco-friendly. I took into consideration each item's lifespan and its impact upon disposal.

Despite the fact that I have a wide range of knowledge about zero-waste living and plenty of useful tips I've gathered after conducting my own research to include in this post, at the end of the day I am not a student. In order to provide you with the best information, I went straight to the source for some help in writing this post. I interviewed a long-time environmentally conscious student, @Hannah.the.PA for her best tips on ways she reduces her ecological footprint.

Are you considering a low-waste wedding? Besides being a great decision for the environment, being conscious of your choices can help you save money as well. I found many tips and tricks scattered across the web in my research, but I haven't found any articles that are truly comprehensive. My goal in writing this post is to provide you with the ultimate guide on how to minimize waste while planning for your big day.