Located in Silicon Valley, FabMo rescues designer materials headed for landfills and makes them available to the public for creative reuse.
Zero-Waste Basics
7 Consumer Habits I Easily Ditched and Don’t Miss
A handkerchief stuffed inside a pocket got me thinking about aspects of consumerism I’m happy I no longer have to deal with.
Easily Turn Baking Soda into Washing Soda in the Oven
Do you want to make your own cleaning products but can’t find washing soda? Easily transform baking soda into washing soda in the oven.
How to Make Scouring Powder With Orange or Lemon Zest
Zest all the citrus to add to this simple and effective scouring powder. Save money, use up more food scraps and enjoy a truly natural scent.
How to Normalize BYO Containers in the US
Grassroots initiative US Reduces connects eco-conscious consumers with local businesses that accept BYO containers. Join us!
How to Make a Compost Bin Liner Out of Newspaper
Keep your compost pail cleaner with an easy-to-make newspaper bin liner. It saves money and adds brown matter to a compost heap.
Why We Resist Cooking, Guest Post by Brigitte Gemme
In this excerpt from her new book, Brigitte Gemme explains why we resist cooking and how to change our mindset to embrace this act of love.
Gifts, Wrapping, Trees and More: Curb Holiday Consumption Grinch Free
This holiday season, save money, decrease stress, and increase joy by choosing alternatives to the usual consumer trappings.
Some of the Stuff I Get Free
After recently picking up free mulch, I made a list of just some of the useful items I get for free regularly.