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Jan 14
I gravitate toward places that remember.
That coffee tastes better in a real cup.
That food feels warmer on a real plate.
No disposables. No rush to throw away.
Just hands, porcelain, glass, and a moment meant to stay. ☕
I choose spaces that care quietly,
where sustainability isn’t a slogan
but a habit. 🌍
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#thezerowastefamily #sustainability #sustainablelifestyle #zerowasteliving ...
Jan 12
It’s a reminder to stop and enjoy the small things like a perfect sunset.
#stockholmsunset #slowlivingforlife #sunsetvibes ...
Jan 11
As we roll through our Eat What You Have January
@isabella_syren whipped up gluten-free bagels with homemade cream cheese and WOW… next-level delicious
Proof that pantry creativity > takeout 😋👏
Who knew using what you already have could taste this good?!
#EatWhatYouHave #JanuaryChallenge #PantryCooking #GlutenFreeGoodness #HomemadeHappy BagelLove FromScratch KitchenWins SimpleJoy FoodieMoments ...
Jan 9
#thezerowastefamily #moneysavingtips #financialfreedom💰 ...
Jan 8
Winter Vibes!
#wintervibes❄️☃️ #snowsnowsnow #stockholm_insta ...
Jan 7
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot more about the impact my clothes have on the planet.
The fashion industry is changing and sustainable fashion is finally getting the spotlight. But there’s still so much misinformation around it, so I wanted to clear a few things up.
💚 “Eco-friendly clothes are too expensive”
Not true. They may cost more than fast fashion, but they’re far from unattainable. You’re paying for quality, fair production, and pieces that actually last.
💚 “Ethical fashion isn’t stylish”
I used to think this too, until I saw how far sustainable fashion has come. These pieces are stylish, authentic, and don’t feel like everyone else is wearing the same thing.
💚 “Buying sustainable means I’m doing enough”
The biggest lesson I’ve learned? Buying less matters most. Choosing fewer, longer, lasting pieces makes a real difference.
Becoming a more conscious consumer is a journey, and for me, sustainable clothing is one step in the right direction.
#MySustainableJourney #ConsciousFashion #SlowFashion #EcoFriendlyLiving #WearYourValues SustainableStyle 💚 ...
Jan 5
Day 5: DIY night 🫶
Simple ingredients, reusable jars, and made with love. Less waste, more care. ...
Jan 5
Frugal Eating Challenge
We’re continuing to eat what we already have at home—and turns out our freezer was packed with tortillas. So voilà… Enchilada Casserole 🙌
If you love enchiladas but get discouraged by all the rolling and assembling, this casserole is your answer. Same flavors, way less work. Instead of filling and rolling tortillas, you just layer everything in a baking dish and let the oven do the rest.
I usually make the filling with beans and whatever veggies I have on hand—always some greens like kale or spinach, and sometimes mushrooms if they’re around. Simple, flexible, and budget-friendly ✨
Enchilada Casserole
Veggie Filling
• 2 Tbsp vegetable broth
• 2–3 Tbsp salsa
• 1 cup yellow onion, minced
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ cup corn
• 1 cup spinach or kale, chopped
• 1 (15.5 oz) can black or kidney beans, drained & rinsed
• 11 corn tortillas
Creamy “Cheese” Sauce (Dairy-Free)
• 1 cup chopped carrots
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• ¼ cup nutritional yeast
• ½ tsp salt (or more to taste)
• ⅓ cup raw cashews
• 1 cup almond milk
Homemade Enchilada Sauce
• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 (8 oz) can tomatoes
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp dried oregano
• Salt & pepper to taste
Toppings
• ¼ cup chopped cilantro
• 3 Tbsp green onions
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Directions
1️⃣ Cheese Sauce: Boil carrots until soft, drain, then blend all cheese sauce ingredients until smooth and creamy.
2️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F.
3️⃣ Filling: Sauté onion & garlic in broth for 2–3 min. Add corn & greens, cook 3 more min. Stir in beans and set aside.
4️⃣ Enchilada Sauce: Blend all sauce ingredients (except salt & pepper). Season to taste.
5️⃣ Assemble:
– Spread a thin layer of sauce in a 10×8” dish
– Dip tortillas in sauce and layer on bottom
– Add veggie filling + a few spoonfuls of cheese sauce
– Repeat layers, finishing with tortillas, sauce, and cheese on top
6️⃣ Bake 20–25 minutes, cool 10 minutes.
7️⃣ Top with cilantro, tomatoes & green onions.
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Budget-friendly, cozy, and perfect for using up what you already have
#FrugalEating #EatWhatYouHave #VeganComfortFood ...
Jan 4
Day 4: Write a letter 💌
No gifts—just feelings, memories, and time together. Host it at home or at the park. ...
Jan 4
Do you make your own broth? #thezerowastefamily #sustainableliving #budgetingtips #dyibroth ...
Jan 3
Snowy days call for cozy magic ❄️
Wandering through the gingerbread exhibit, then heading straight to a pancake buffet with that view, warm stacks of pancakes and snow falling outside the windows. Life really doesn’t get better than this.
Soft snow, sweet treats, full heart. Life is good 🩷
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#nobuychallenge #familyactivities #familytime #stockholm ...
Jan 3
Day 3: Library meet-up with your loved ones 📚
Read, connect, repeat—and maybe turn it into a monthly tradition. ...
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