Can it be Easy to be Green?
I’m sure like me you’re wondering on little things you can do to make the world a better place. ‘Tis difficult for sure but there are some ways you can help a little in taking care of the planet & each other. Here’s a few tips most of which I’ve tried myself & they’re very easy to do!
1) Eco Talk – this mobile card SIM can be bought from £5 a month & you can use your current number if you want to. The company was set up by the founder of Ecotricity & backed by Chris Packham. Profits go towards setting up & maintaining wildlife conservation projects.
More info at: https://www.ecotalk.co.uk/
2) Ecology – this online ethical building society allows you to set up savings accounts including cash ISAs & they support mortgages for eco build homes. The savings interest is reasonable too.
For info go to: https://www.ecology.co.uk/
3) Ecotricity – they are voted by Which as Best Eco Provider October 2023 & 2024 so they must be doing good! Ecotricity is also recommended by Friends of the Earth.
3) Ecotricity – they are voted by Which as Best Eco Provider October 2023 & 2024 so they must be doing good! Ecotricity is also recommended by Friends of the Earth.
Founded by Dale Vince OBE, an eco activist who also founded the Eco Talk mobile plan above.
More info at: https://www.ecotricity.co.uk/
More info at: https://www.ecotricity.co.uk/
4) Ecosia - a search engine site where each click can generate donations towards planting trees. The browser is used by the Imperial College NHS Trust, who helped plant 229,000 trees thanks to over 11 million searches made by staff.
The greenest browser on Earth! https://www.ecosia.org/browser
5) Ecover – a company that produces washing up liquid, household sprays, clothes & dishwasher products & refills.
See their products at: https://www.ecover.com/en/uk/
I have been addicted recently to their website that has retro game tetris re-invented (the aim is stack ‘em up like you would your dishwasher, get them in anyway you can!)
I have been addicted recently to their website that has retro game tetris re-invented (the aim is stack ‘em up like you would your dishwasher, get them in anyway you can!)
Try your luck at: https://uk.ecover.com/tetris/
6) Ethical Superstore – a great site absolutely packed full of eco products from household cleaners, body washes, fashion, pets products, gifts & so much more.
Mosey on down to: https://www.ethicalsuperstore.com/
7) Ethical Consumer - when you're looking at pension schemes, banks, travel companies, retail brands & more you want to know which ones are the good eggs v the bad. This consumer group really delves into their practises & helps you make an informed choice.
Check them out at: https://www.ethicalconsumer.org/
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Christmas Gift Ideas
As Christmas is fast approaching check out our tips on reducing waste or books you can buy in the links below.
Our store has some re-usable Christmas Crackers that should last you for years to come. Just fill your own using pre-made fabric cracker sleeves with integrated candy-striped twine, or you can buy some of our crackers with seed balls inside. These can help keep the insects happy next summer.
We also do home made wash cloths (for bathing or dishes) with lots of different designs. Some festive ones, animals (birds, fox, butterflies) & flowers or sea life designs & a limited selection of make up face wipes - these can be washed & used again & come with a little hessian tote bag.
I also upcycle old bottles with decorative fairy lights. The batteries are replaceable so you can keep it going for years to come. Many to choose from in our Etsy page so why not take a look.
The lovely artist Hannah Dale has written a book about her rewilding experience called 'A Wilding Year'. Grab a signed copy at:
https://www.wrendaledesigns.co.uk/limited-edition-a-wilding-year-book
I also upcycle old bottles with decorative fairy lights. The batteries are replaceable so you can keep it going for years to come. Many to choose from in our Etsy page so why not take a look.
The lovely artist Hannah Dale has written a book about her rewilding experience called 'A Wilding Year'. Grab a signed copy at:
https://www.wrendaledesigns.co.uk/limited-edition-a-wilding-year-book
You may know her from nature inspired Wrendale designs found on plates, cups, calendars & so much more.
I love this idea, why not donate your unused teddies to 'Loved Before' & they will pamper it with some spa treatment & do any repairs before reselling, or buy a teddy that once had a family but needs a new home. They can be found in some Selfridge Stores or sold online.
Check out: https://www.lovedbefore.london/
Or Store Locations: https://www.lovedbefore.london/about-us/find-us-in-the-wild
Some proceeds go to Make a Wish Foundation so the teddies are happy, & poorly children get to feel awesome too. 💚🧸💚
Some proceeds go to Make a Wish Foundation so the teddies are happy, & poorly children get to feel awesome too. 💚🧸💚
Or the company 'Memory Bears' makes teddies from loved ones clothing. Think about Grandad or Grandma who passed away. Why not keep them in your memory by sending some clothing samples to be made into a bear & pass it down to the younger generation to have an extra cuddle.
More Gift Ideas Below
Some top tips on reducing waste this Christmas – seek out gifts from antique shops, they had a previous life so re-usable & some beautiful items can be found, who knows maybe they will make some cash one day!
Make your own gifts, something special to show that you care could help the environment too. You could even ask for craft items that locals may want to give away so could be a cheap option - Trash to Treasure sites on Facebook are a great place to start.
Spruce Crafts has some great ideas on home made gift ideas or try this site for home made decorations you can try with the whole family.
Check out charity shops – many charities have online stores where you can browse for Christmas gifts, or why not sponsor an animal, you'll be supporting a good cause whilst buying a gift for someone special.
Lots of charities are listed in our directory to give you some ideas.
Or gift someone an experience day, know as red letter days or why not give them a home made voucher they can cash in of something you can do together, such as coffee & cake one day, redeem when required. Gift a trip to the zoo another day, that sort of thing!
Another kind gesture is to place an item or two in the food bank bins on your way out the supermarket this Winter, help feed some hungry tummies to make yourself & them feel better.
More Useful links for an Eco Friendly Christmas:
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Books Galore
Festive Dreams
Green Christmas
Cost of Living Tips!
Less Waste at Xmas
Have an Eco Christmas
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