#shopsustainably

It’s DID YOU KNOW DAY

This week we're staying with the baby theme.

Research finds that 25% of children's toys contain harmful chemicals that are toxic to children and the environment.

Those made from natural materials such as wood or bamboo are much better for everyone involved.

So, the next time you're shopping for baby toys for a friend, family member or your own child, think natural and safe materials.

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One of our favorites to help keep you warm from the cold this winter.

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It’s DID YOU KNOW Day…

Do you take trips to the shops every day or every other day?

These days, you have the convenience of purchasing bulk right in your favorite or local grocery stores. With bulk bins, it eliminates the need for fancy packaging and single-use plastics. This actually gives you two wins with sustainable shopping.

One, you're using less plastic especially if you haven't adopted the reusable bags just yet. And two, you're shopping less and decreasing your carbon footprint, while saving more time in your schedule. If you prefer shopping online or can't find a local bulk option, here are a couple shops that cover food and sustainable household products.

Remember, what may seem like small acts can really make a huge impact on the earth when we all do our part.

Food | Herbs | Body | Containers

It’s DID YOU KNOW Day…

Did you know that in America alone, people use more than 100 billion plastic bags each year. Every time you take a trip to the grocery store, market or wherever you buy produce, the single use plastics are causing serious pollution. It seems harmless when you're at checkout, but appearances can be deceiving. The idea of putting naked fruit and veggies in your cart grosses you out, they're already destined to be washed, so why not place them directly in the cart - just be careful. If I can't convince you of the direct drop-in, then how about reusable produce bags?

Reusable bags are more durable than plastic bags and can help you express your personal style, while giving you flexibility for bulk items as well. If you're buy grains and nuts, your reusable bags will save the day. Don't want to buy them from a trendy shop, how about making your own or use bags you already own.

If you want to make your own, here's a quick TIP on the type of material to use.

Sheer fabrics such as tulle, mesh, netting, voile, or other lightweight cotton fabrics are best.

It’s DID YOU KNOW Day…

We're continuing with the theme of reducing new stuff. Surprisingly, renting and borrowing items instead of buying them can reduce the number of personal items that end up in landfills. With increasing numbers of toy libraries, tool libraries, and online clothing rental services, this is easier than ever.

If you have a lot of quality items you're just not using anymore, why not rent them out to neighbors or even strangers. You can do your community environment some good, and pick up a few extra dollars while you're at it.

Here are some resources to find items to rent or start renting out your own items.

A list of rentable items: https://intellievent.com/things-to-rent-out/

Where to find or list items: https://www.yoodlize.com/