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Quick Guide to Composting for Beginners + 4 DIY Compost Bin Ideas

Just getting started with composting? This quick guide to composting for beginners will help you steer away from the most common mistakes. Composting seems kind of foolproof, right? Throw some fruit and veggies parts in a pile, stir it occasionally

5 Simple Tips on How to Reduce Waste at Home

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If you want to minimize your environmental footprint, there are a couple of small changes you can start with. Here are five simple tips on how to reduce waste both in and away from home. Using a refillable water bottle,

Got Wild Animals in Your Yard? Here’s How to Peacefully Coexist with Them

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If you frequently have wild animals in your yard, you may be wondering how you can enjoy them while also ensuring they don’t cause issues such as getting into the garden or worse – the garbage. Living on 40 acres

4 Important Things To Consider Before Planting Fruit Trees

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Considering planting fruit trees in your yard? That’s awesome! But before you do, make sure you’re aware of these four important considerations. Having fruit trees on your property is such an amazing way to connect with nature. Not only are

Why You Shouldn’t Flush Baby Wipes Down the Toilet – Plus 3 Other Items

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Want to lead a more sustainable lifestyle? Not flushing items like baby wipes down the toilet is a great way to start! Sustainability doesn’t only include driving an electric vehicle or installing solar panels on your house. While these are

How to Make Your Own Clothes – A Beginner’s Guide to Sewing

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Learning to make your own clothes takes time, but the effort is well worth it for eco-minded individuals looking to make their wardrobe more sustainable. Once upon a time, it was very common to make your own clothes from the

The Sustainability Facts Label is Going to Change the Fashion Industry

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The sustainable fashion industry has been trying to make greener products for years. But what exactly does “greener” mean? With the new Sustainability Facts Label – now we’ll know. Recently launched by sustainable footwear and accessories brand, Nisolo, the Sustainability