By Kim Robson: Cork comes from the bark tissue of the Quercus suber (Cork Oak) tree, which is native to southwest Europe and northwest Africa. Because cork is impermeable, buoyant,
By Fredrica Syren: Flying is one of the worst offenders of the planet because aviation is one of the fastest growing sources of greenhouse gas emissions. Recently, the Environmental Protection
By Fredrica Syren: Baby wearing is an ancient practice that allows baby to be close, even feeling that skin-to-skin contact that benefits them and, at the same time, leaving Mom
By Fredrica Syren: I swear it used to be that, every time I went to my mailbox to get my mail, I would find paper equal to at least one
By Larraine Roulston: For the past several decades, progress in switching to green energy has been slow. It is a sad commentary that we have not been serious about cutting emissions since
By Fredrica Syren: Oh, how I love summer break. Long days outside, lots of fun, sleeping in. And picnics. Of course no picnic is complete without cookies, and one of
By Kim Robson: It’s that time of year when the bugs are out, making outdoor summertime activities miserable at best and impossible at worst. None of us wants to use
By Fredrica Syren: As some of you know, my family and I are on a journey to a plastic-free life. We have found the hardest part of our quest to
By Fredrica Syren: I’m so excited to have strawberry season once again. These little sweet and juicy berries get me going. I swear I could live on strawberries! A couple
We recently took our kids to Iceland on their first camping trip. With three kids, ages 2-8 years, we already knew that sleeping in a tent was out for us;
By Emma Grace Fairchild: One of the many devastating effects that poverty has on Earth is harm to the environment. Around the world, people in desperate circumstances living on dollars
By Kim Robson: Coconut (Cocos nucifera) provides a nutritious source of meat, juice, milk and oil, and has nourished tropical populations around the world for ages. On many islands, coconut
Rosemary-scented vinegar includes an antibacterial that is excellent for wiping tabletops and counter spaces. Add 4 to 8 sprigs of fresh rosemary to infuse your cleaning spray with an earthy rosemary scent.
Four simple steps to follow:
Deposit a few Rosemary sprigs into a large Mason Jar or recycled jar (an old pickle jar works great!).
Add distilled white vinegar to fill the jar almost to the top. Seal with a lid.
Let the mixture sit for 12 to 24 hours.
Pour the scented vinegar into a spray dispenser.
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#cleaningvinegar #diycleaning #diycleaningproducts #chemicalfreehome #chemicalfreeliving #chemicalfreeliving #chemicalfreecleaning #vinegarforcleaning #thezerowastefamily #zerowastefamily
Not bad for a patio in middle of a major city and in Sweden! Currently I’m growing:
Potatoes
Garlic
Carrots
Beans
Cucumber
Melon
Tomatoes
Spinach
Radishes
Bell peppers
Herbs
Edible flowers
Lettuce
Spinach
Kale
What are you all growing this season?
Banana Peel Fertilizer: Don`t toss those banana peels! They`re packed with potassium, phosphorus, and other nutrients essential for plant growth. Simply chop up banana peels and bury them near the base of your plants to nourish the soil and encourage robust growth. You can use indoor or outdoors - just pour it around the root! Head to our youtube channel for the full recipe!! #bananapeelfertilizer #compost #gardenhacks
#family #familylife #familyfirst #thezerowastefamily #lifewithkids #mommylife
#baking #bakinglove #bakingfromscratch #bakingtime #veganbaking #veganbread
Backyard Chickens: A Delightful Experience
@sustainable.shane and I share tips for raising backyard chickens.
In recent years, there has been a growing trend towards backyard chickens. And it`s no wonder why! Raising chickens in your own backyard can be a rewarding and enriching experience.
Here is my YouTube video about raising backyard chickens
https://youtu.be/IPgIXHxt9O0?si=fwoTl6GBJk61vNPJ
#backyardchickens #chickens #raisingbackyardchickens #raisingchickens
https://youtu.be/FMzd7zbSyNc?si=YkqJuBbT42PQZBPd
Growing pea micro greens is a simple and rewarding process that can be done at home with minimal equipment.
#indoorgarden #indoorgardening #growfoodindoors #growtoeat #growtoeatfresh #growingfoodonabudget #budgeteats #budgetlife #growingfoodinsmallspaces
In today’s world, where environmental concerns are mounting and the cost of living is constantly rising, it has become more important than ever to find ways to save money while also living sustainably. By adopting a mindful approach to our lifestyle and making conscious choices, we can significantly reduce our impact on the planet and our wallets.
#zerowastefamily #thezerowastefamily #moneysaving #sustianableliving #sustainablesavings #savingmoney #budgetliving #wastelesssavemore
Finally summer is here and a few brave souls swimming
#family #familytime #stockholm #blossom🌸 #springtime #thezerowastefamily #stockholm_insta #simpleliving #slowliving
In nettle season we challenge ourselves to come up with different ways to add nettles to our meals. Tonight’s dinner is a vegan and gluten-free nettle quiche.
#veganquiche #veganfood #foraging #foragedfood #nettles #zerowastefood
#veganfood #veganfamily #plantbasedfood #veganrestaurant #mahalosthlm @isabella_syren
Let’s stay in touch so we can take this journey together!