Things My Mom Crocheted for Me My mom has a growing obsession with crocheting. And she’s always up for a new challenge. She started making clothing a few months ago and now it seems there’s no limit to her capacities. It is VERY fun to be able to ask for a design and then have …
At-Home Pixie Cut Using Clippers What started as a pandemic necessity has now become a thing I love. I started cutting my own pixie cut. In March 2020, I was desperately in need of a haircut, but the whole world was shut down. Salons in my state wouldn’t open again for another four months. And …
This post contains affiliate links I’ve been eyeing all the wonderful denim jackets out this season, most of them inspired by classic Levi’s and the vintage denim trend. But I simply haven’t worn my jean jackets when I’ve owned them in the past because I’m not into the Canadian Tuxedo thing and the …
It’s tempting, this time of year, to trek to the local Halloween store and buy a pre-made costume. I wouldn’t blame you if you did: it’s convenient and fun. The only problem is that Halloween costumes and their related accessories are some of the least ethical and sustainable things you can buy: Almost everything is …
Use the artwork and box form from old tea boxes and repurpose them into postcards and pantry storage.
I tried a weaving kit from Uncommon Goods and it was such a fun experience, and lots of hard work!
This piece was written by Faye Lessler and originally appeared on Sustaining Life, a blog about sustainability, vegan eating, and ethical fashion. Faye works for an ethical fashion accelerator in NYC, does freelance writing, and shares the most delicious recipes. If you’re anything like me, you are still scrambling to finish off at least a …
Thanks to Numi Organic Tea for sponsoring this post. I don’t buy the old style rule about not wearing white after Labor Day, but I do like to bring warm fall tones into my wardrobe as the weather cools down. I had a white off-the-shoulder top that wasn’t getting much use in my summer rotation, …
Simple DIY beauty recipes for body scrub, cheek and lip stain, and face powder that are sensitive and sustaianble.
This post was written by Hanna Baror-Padilla and originally appeared on the Sotela Blog. Sotela is a forthcoming ethical clothing brand that supports and encourages women through all seasons of their lives by providing well-designed, versatile clothing in a range of sizes. Click through to discover more simple beauty and home recipes. ——— In Hanna’s …