Going green and sustainability go hand in hand, and I am all about both! Sustainability is the use of products that won’t damage the future generations’ resources. These are easy sustainable swaps for your home!

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top Sustainable items to have in your home:

Full Circle Tidy 100% Organic Cotton Dish Cloths, Set of 3, Multicolored
  • Designed with loops for added scrubbing power
  • Extra soft, absorbent, and long-lasting
  • 100% organic cotton keeps things clean and green
  • Set of 3 cloths
  • Made with non-toxic dyes

Sayonara sponges! Sponges are quickly becoming a thing of the past for many households who enjoy a more sustainable lifestyle. Reusable dish cloths are more sustainable (less waste) and save you money. 

Molly's Suds Wool Dryer Balls | XL, Premium Organic Fabric Softener, Hypoallergenic, Hand-Felted, Reusable, Reduce Drying Time | White, Set of 6
  • ENERGY-SAVING: Wool Dryer Balls can reduce your laundry drying time up to 30%. On laundry day, this means a lot of saved time and energy. In fact, it means up to 18 minutes less drying time for every hour. These wool dryer balls keep the laundry tumbling freely, giving better airflow and heat circulation, which speeds up the drying process.
  • SAFE FABRIC SOFTENING: Most fabric softeners and plastic dryer balls release harmful ingredients into home and the environment. These wool dryer balls contain no harsh ingredients or fragrences. They only contain — you guessed it — wool! These balls will gently fluff the fibers of your laundry, keeping your linens, towels, and clothing naturally soft and reducing wrinkles.
  • CRUELTY-FREE: The wool for these dryer balls is sourced from small farms in New Zealand that practice humane farming and shearing techniques. These small farms are sustainable and eco-responsible, and the manufacturing processes are too. Certified cruelty-free by Leaping Bunny.
  • SUSTAINABLY SOURCED AND SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE: The wool is naturally cleaned and hand-felted by a fair-wage factory in Nepal. This business provides work and fair wages for underprivileged women and mothers in rural areas. From start to finish, these wool dryer balls are safe for the environment, sustainably manufactured, and help provide fair jobs and opportunities for people all over the world.
  • WHAT’S INCLUDED: You’ll receive six (6) 100% sheep’s wool dryer balls in a printed muslin bag for storage. Each wool ball lasts approximately 1,000 loads. For your average home, this is 3 years! Because these wool dryer balls are manufactured without toxic dyes or chlorine bleaching, you may see some natural variation in color.

Dryer sheets contribute to landfills and are well-known for causing skin reactions in those with sensitive skin. Dryer balls are eco-friendly and reduce static and wrinkles. To never have static again, consider switching your clothes to all natural materials, such as cotton, linen, and wool! 

3. GLASS FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS (NO PLASTIC)

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Vtopmart Glass Food Storage Containers with Bamboo Lids, 4 Pack Meal Prep Glass Containers Safe for Microwave, Oven, Freezer and Dishwasher, BPA Free
  • 【4 Different Sizes Wooden Lids Containers:】They are rectangle: (35.1oz) & (22oz), square: (27oz) & (17.6oz), which meet your family needs, the two large glass containers are useful for meal prep, on the go food, lunch for work, leftover; and the small size is perfect for a picnic, fruits storage, dry food storage.
  • 【Glass Containers Safe for Oven/ Microwave/ Freezer/ Dishwasher】Made of borosilicate glass, the food containers can be used in Oven/ Microwave/ Dishwasher WITHOUT LIDS, which is able to withstand -4℉ to 752℉ (-20℃ – 400℃), and they are also used in fridge with lids in 3-5days, which help you keep leftover and next day lunch, enjoy a health life.
  • 【BPA Free and Food Grade Material】The glass food containers is 100% BPA Free, crystal-clear glass making it easy to see what's inside. Stains-resistant material for easy cleaning and keep glass containers looks like new.
  • 【Bamboo Lids with Silicon Seals】It's more than a lids, the stylish bamboo lids can be used as a cutting board for cheese, vagetables, fruits and more. The silicone seals is better for keeping food fresh. Please keep the bamboo lids dry after washing with water, and NOT recommend for any fluid food or soup or overfilling the food in containers.
  • 【Stackable Storage to Save Space】The durable food storage containers can be stacked into each other for easier storing when you don’t use them, which fit neatly in kitchen cabinets.
Plastic is a big “no” for our oceans and landfills. As you may know, it takes hundreds of years for plastic to break down and most of it doesn’t get recycled properly – or at all. I try to avoid it when I can. Bamboo lids are fabulous alternatives to plastic and actually last much longer, too!

4. laundry powder

Pronounce Laundry Detergent Powder Alternative | Earth-Derived Ingredients, Eco-Friendly, Safer for Sensitive Skin, Eczema, and Babies. Stain + Smell Fighting. HE Safe (Unscented, 120 Loads)
  • FRONT LISTED INGREDIENTS: Pronounce Laundry Powder is made from 5 core ingredients. If you choose one of our scented variations, we only add therapeutic grade essential oils. Pronounce Laundry Powder is free of artificial fragrances, SLS, optical brighteners, parabens, dyes, or ingredients that don’t belong in our homes or water supply.
  • 120 LOADS FOR MORE VALUE: Add just one scoop for standard loads and two scoops for heavy soil or large loads. Stop paying for water. Traditional liquid detergent is 80-90% water. By removing this, we are able to achieve 120 loads per bag.
  • SAFER FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY: Pronounce Laundry Powder was designed to be safer for everyone in the family. Designed for sensitive skin, eczema, skin sensitivities, babies, pets, and our planet. Available in unscented, as well as two simple scents with only therapeutic grade essential oils.
  • HE WASHER SUITABLE: Pronounce Laundry Powder is suitable for Standard, commercial, and HE washing machines. Additionally, we designed our powder to fully dissolve unlike some other alternatives on the market. We utilize a small number of straightforward ingredients with low sudsing properties to create a safe detergent alternative that naturally and effectively cleans garments. Septic safe.
  • PACKAGED IN THE USA: We are proud to source nearly every ingredient and component of the product from the United States. Additionally, it is packaged in the United States! A portion of each sale is also donated to clean water charities to provide clean drinking water right here in the United States.

Liquid detergent is the worst! It’s packed with harmful chemicals, contains more water than anything, and clogs washing machines. (This I know from experience!) Laundry powder cleans better and is safer for your washing machine. 

5. compostable sandwich bags

Compostic Home Compostable Resealable Sandwich Bags (7"x7"), Microwave & Freezer Safe, Organic Food Storage Container, 30 Count (Pack of 2)
  • REDUCE YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT: Thoughtfully made with sustainable materials and 100% compostable - When you are finished using & re-using them, simply pop them in your compost & they will break down within 12-24 weeks
  • DURABLE & MULTI-PURPOSE: Our compostable bags are stronger than traditional bags & are microwave & freezer safe, making them ideal for home, kitchen, school & work use
  • INCLUDES COMPOSTABLE PACKAGING: All our products are printed using only soy or water-based inks & will last up to 12 months on the shelf; Store in a cool, dry place, such as a cupboard or drawer, & you’ll have plenty of time to use them
  • CERTIFIED & NON-TOXIC: We use all organic ingredients, are certified GMO-free & BPA Free, certified to strict composting standards, including being worm-safe & adhering to European & American standards, also food safe, & tested by Intertek to SGS standards for freezer safety
  • ABOUT COMPOSTIC: Plastic is a major threat to our environment, and we are determined to do something about it! Our goal is to eradicate the need for traditional non-compostable plastics, while providing the convenience that products like food storage & trash bags bring to everyday life. We make it easier for you to make your own contribution to the environment!

MORE SUSTAINABILITY TIPS:

  1. Avoid using fruit/veggie bags at the grocery store! Use none or bring your own – you’tre going to wash them at home anyways!
  2. Carry your own re-usable shopping bag with you at all times.
  3. Unplug electronics when not in use and before bed.
  4. Try to walk or ride a bike instead of driving. Or use public transportation if available.
  5. Recycle or upcycle!

Eating organic, avoiding fast fashion, stopping animal lab testing, and becoming more sustainable have become top priorities these days, and I love it so much!

Switching to more sustainable products doesn’t have to be a leap – you can start small and swap out a few items here and there until you find what works for you. Just try to be more plastic aware as you’re shopping and you’re off to a great start!

If you are interested in learning more about ways to Go Green and help save our planet, check out  Save the Earth Simple Ways to Go Green.

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