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Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or are just starting out, here are my top sustainable gardening tips. Not only will these make your garden bloom, but they’ll also make your garden an eco-friendly oasis. My partner and I have been gardening for nearly two decades together, in a whole host of different set-ups – from…
Looking for easy ways to save energy and money to help beat the energy price rises? I’ve got you covered with my handy, useful, and practical renter-friendly tips to help cut your bills and keep you warm. After a few years of price rises, energy bills are finally coming down. The April to June 2024…
Here’s why plastic-free isn’t always better for the environment, and how to navigate this minefield. A recent post I wrote on plastic-free toilet paper sent a few of you into a spin. Many of you didn’t realise that recycled toilet paper that’s made in the UK or EU and wrapped in plastic has a lower…
Give your empty gin bottles a new lease of life with these clever ideas to reuse or upcycle them. From making lamps and light fittings to housing cleaning products or household essentials, the only limit is your imagination! If you have some empty gin bottles, then don’t head straight to your nearest bottle bank. There’s…
Want to start foraging but need a helping hand to help identify and pick edible plants? Here are my top picks when it comes to the best books on foraging, to help you out. Back in 2013 and 2014, I went through a foraging phase. From elderflower cordial and elderberry syrup, to nettle pesto and…
Wondering if baking soda is the same as bicarbonate of soda, or if it’s something else entirely? Read on, as I will explain it all. There are so many reasons why people take up an interest in green cleaning. From reducing the number of harsh chemicals you use in your home to saving money or…
Want to know how to make a homemade cleaning wipes solution? Read on – I’ve got two recipes for you – one made with vinegar and another stone-safe solution that can be used on quartz, marble and granite surfaces. What household chores do you hate the most? Cleaning the bathroom is the least favoured task…
Let me share with you my favourite environmentally and eco-friendly cleaning products from eco-conscious brands, that actually work, updated for 2024. The eco-friendly cleaning products market can be mind-boggling. First, you’ve got to distinguish which products are actually sustainable and environmentally friendly from the cleaning products that are simply greenwashing. Then you’ve got to find…
Are you looking for plastic-free bubble bath ideas for a zero or low-waste clean? Don’t get in a lather – here are my top suggestions for a squeaky green clean. I’ve published articles before on going plastic-free in the bathroom. However, today I thought it would be useful to dedicate a whole post to bubble…
In this sustainability sphere of the internet, something I feel that isn’t said often enough is, quite simply, don’t get rid of things in the name of sustainability. When I write about ethical fashion I always say that the most ethical clothes are the ones you already own. The same runs true for all other…
Learn the best ways to store carrots, to keep them fresher for longer. From storing them in the fridge to the freezer, and tips for long-term storage without electricity, there’s a way to store fresh carrots for up to a year! Carrots are tricky customers. While they can be very hardy, and store for a…
Want to know how to make vegan chocolate? I’ve got three easy sugar-free chocolate recipes for you today. Joanne Wood from the blog The Balanced Kitchen has this fantastic recipe for dark chocolate chilli and orange vegan chocolate, that she’s kindly let me share with Moral Fibres readers. And not only is it vegan, but…