Toothpaste tablets – the pros and cons
Yes, toothpaste now comes in tablet form. No more squeezing or complex tube origami to get the last smear of paste out. Toothpaste tablets are not only easy to use, but also more eco-friendly than there tubular counterpart. Here’s everything you need to know about them. What are toothpaste tablets? Most toothpaste tablets are technically […]
Celebrating a more intentional and Sustainable Easter
Easter is one of my favourite times of the year. Personally it is a time to think about God’s goodness and grace as well as recognize my own vulnerability. Ultimately Easter is a time to celebrate the gift of life. Although I love celebrating Easter with bunny-shaped chocolates, colourful eggs, and Easter egg hunts, I […]
The best SA bubbly for Valentine’s Day
Nothing says romance like a cold glass of bubbly. With Valentine’s Day around the corner, I have rounded up some of the best (and my favourite) South African Cap Classique’s. I am no expert on Cap Classique, but I know when I love something, and I love all these MCC’s. Whether you prefer a sweet […]
Conscious Gift Guide – Christmas 2022
Each year I promise myself that this year I will start doing my Christmas shopping earlier, and each year I leave it just that little bit too late and end up settling for gifts that I would not have bought otherwise. If you are nodding in agreement, my list of Christmas gifts might just come […]
Shampoo bars – everything you need to know
Let me introduce you to one of the best eco-friendly swaps you can make – the shampoo bar! Shampoo bars are a solid form of shampoo usually made from a blend of raw or plant-based ingredients like oils. Why swap? According to a report published a few years ago British consumers threw about 13 billion […]
Some of my favourite sustainable gifts for kids
I am a hopeless romantic when it comes to Christmas. I love giving friends and family gifts. I especially enjoy buying gifts for kids. But if we are being honest, gift-giving has become increasingly difficult for me since we have chosen to live more sustainably. In my quest for a ‘greener’ Christmas this year I […]
