Hearts express affection for your favorite people. Hearts designed with upcycled materials express affection for your planet. If you prefer an Earth-friendly twist for your Valentine’s Day accoutrements, plenty of artists, artisans, and DIYers are poised to satisfy your (upcycled) heart’s desire. Hearts To Buy Made From Upcycled Materials Wine Barrels John Heilman of WineyGuys on Etsy focuses his handiwork […]
Transforming your body care products from harmful to homemade doesn’t need to cost a fortune or take hours of your time. These simple natural skin care recipes are made of ingredients easily found in most pantries, and they will readily replace your favorite store-bought products. You’ll never miss their questionable ingredients, harmful chemical compounds, or plastic containers — promise! Coconut Oil Eye […]
Did you know that the National Sleep Foundation recommends you replace your pillow every one to two years? This may not seem like long, but pillows go through quite a bit of wear and tear. And because you rest your face on them, they can accumulate quite a few unpleasant things like saliva, skin oils, makeup, dead skin cells, and […]
When you’re shopping for home cleaning solutions, the variety of available options can be overwhelming — even more so when you start reading the ingredients on the label. For example, does “natural” mean the product is nontoxic? What are the ingredients that make up “fragrance”? And what the heck is “sulfuric acid”? As it turns out, “natural” does not mean […]
The combination of cold winter weather outside and heated rooms inside takes a toll on our skin — and that includes the lips. But you can avoid cracked and irritated lips this winter with easy-to-make natural lip treatments. We’ve gathered nine DIY lip mask recipes to keep your lips hydrated and nourished all winter long. While each recipe is unique, […]
It’s gift-giving season! With Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, winter solstice, New Year’s celebrations, and winter birthdays upon us, you’re likely thinking about finding the perfect gifts for your loved ones. And before you hand over your gift, you are probably going to wrap it in festive wrapping. But before you purchase traditional wrapping paper and bows, review our waste-free gift wrapping […]
It’s been over five years since I started using three simple ingredients to wash and condition my hair — and it’s never looked better. My hair is soft, shiny, and split ends seem like a thing of the past. If I’m starting to sound like a shampoo advert, you can relax. I’m not shilling bottles of sulfates — this is […]
Purchasing a fresh pack of pretty ornaments to adorn your holiday tree is indeed enticing. Before you reach for your wallet, wait. Perhaps you want to embark on a different approach for bedazzling your branches. From delightful homemade baubles to elaborate works of art, upcycled materials present an opportunity for a wide range of festive ornaments. Whether you’re a DIYer or […]