Category: Eco Living

My eco topics category is my latest addition to my blog. I decided to make changes to my lifestyle in 2018 because I knew we needed to take steps to become more eco-friendly. It began with the change to reusable nappies and wipes and from there I made a promise to continue to try and find other ways to improve our wasteful ways and at the same time offer up tips, advice and hopefully inspire others.

Making these changes has had such a positive impact on us as a family. We are enjoying finding new ways of doing things, we love talking about it with others and we are saving money too! Such a win! Eco topics are now a huge passion of mine and I hope you will enjoy them as much as we are.

Who Gives a Crap Recycled Toilet Paper Review

Posted on December 18, 2022October 8, 2024 by Emma Reed

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When we first started to make eco-swaps within our home one area that I knew we needed to make big changes in was the bathroom. With products coming in plastic bottles, plastic tubes, and single-use plastics used for wrapping, it was an environmental nightmare. And so I began my research into more eco-friendly items, how to reduce our plastic use and how to choose more sustainable products. Once you begin to learn what is available, it feels so simple and with more and more ethical and eco products being developed making these swaps has never been easier. One such simple swap was our move to plastic-free, recycled toilet paper. It sounds so basic, doesn’t it? But choosing to regularly avoid plastic and virgin materials can have such a big positive impact on our environment and switching to Who Gives a Crap toilet paper allows you to be more sustainable, effortlessly. Having now been using this brand for the last 4 years I thought it was about time that I gave you an honest Who Gives a Crap review.

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Going Green with Beauty

Posted on December 16, 2022October 8, 2024 by Emma Reed

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It might not seem like a bottle of foundation or a monthly hair-dying session could do any lasting damage to our environment, but it turns out that beauty, like most other industries, is affecting the natural world in a negative way.

This is because we have shifted away from all-natural products to chemically enhanced, packaged products that not only wreak havoc on our skin but also leave a carbon footprint that we all must take into account. A greener ritual doesn’t have to mean a huge overhaul; by simply buying environmentally conscious products and vegan alternatives you can be making your first steps towards a greener beauty routine.

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Why Sustainable LED Lighting is the Future

Posted on December 16, 2022November 14, 2024 by Emma Reed

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Halogen, CFL, and incandescent light bulbs are energy inefficient, release harmful amounts of mercury into the atmosphere, and contribute significantly to greenhouse gases. However thanks to the wonders of sustainable LED lighting solutions, these traditional light bulbs are rapidly becoming a thing of the past and LEDs are taking over.

Here, we delve into why sustainable LED lighting is the future.

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Why Do My Cloth Nappies Stink?!

Posted on December 5, 2022October 17, 2024 by Emma Reed

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When it comes to cloth nappies there can always be a few stumbling blocks to overcome. Topics that often come up include wash routines, leaks, fitting cloth nappies and a biggie, why do my cloth nappies stink?! Unfortunately, yes every now and then cloth nappy problems happen but thankfully there is always an answer (or several) and often a lovely cloth nappy Facebook group, retailer or cloth parent on hand to help. I have previously written about washing cloth nappies but as we know, sometimes things change, children get ill, teething happens and they can end up stinking. Let’s delve deeper into this issue…

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Being More Sustainable in Your Clothing Purchases: 6 Simple Practices

Posted on December 2, 2022October 24, 2024 by Emma Reed

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There is a lot to consider when we think about sustainability in terms of our clothing choices. You may be someone that has more of a DIY mindset and likes to fix up your clothes, but to be fashionable and sustainable in your purchases is easier than ever. So let’s show you some ways to be your stylish self while also benefiting the planet. Here’s a few tips on how to make better sustainable clothing purchases:

Choose Your Supplier

The most important thing we can all do is to buy from better brands, which can spill into every other aspect of our lives. It’s not just about the clothes or the shoes, you can buy sustainable body jewellery as well. The mantra in eco-friendly circles is “buy less and buy better.” Before you make any purchase, you need to understand if the supplier is the right one according to their environmentally friendly practices. When you support designers who promote sustainability, this can greatly narrow your search, making life a lot easier.

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What is Ecotourism?

Posted on November 13, 2022October 8, 2024 by Emma Reed

Living more eco-consciously is most definitely on more people’s minds as is reducing their carbon footprint especially when it comes to travel. This rise in the popularity of eco-travel has led to an increase in the use of the word ecotourism but what exactly does this mean? According to The International Ecotourism Society (TIES), ecotourism is defined as:

“responsible travel to natural areas that conserve the environment, sustains the well-being of the local people, and involves interpretation and education”

Let’s take a closer look at what this can mean and how you can still travel and enjoy the world without feeling that eco-anxiety or guilt.

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Setting Up Your Online DIY Crafts Store From Home

Posted on November 8, 2022April 15, 2025 by Emma Reed

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Gone are the days when you had to buy a brick-and-mortar store to become a retail business owner. Nowadays, e-commerce is a widespread practice with consumers across the globe, and this trend was accelerated during the lockdowns. So, if you put your savvy entrepreneurial hat on, you can make a fair few bucks running a successful online store from home!

Quirky handmade craft products such as candles, toys, soap, scarfs, gloves, hats, jewellery, and ornaments, are fun items that people like to purchase to spruce things up and give their home living space a nice personal touch.

Do you want to set up a vibrant e-commerce business from the comfort of your own home? To help you out, here we have come up with some handy tips on setting up your online DIY crafts store from home.

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