Ahh, it’s the most wonderful time of the year (again!). There are gifts, cards, and tags to be made, and things to wrap and give to the ones we love. But before you go nuts buying ribbon, gift bows, and sparkly things, read our top tips to ensure you’re a conscious crafter this holiday season. …
The joy of giving is undeniably one of the most magical parts of Christmas. Thoughtfully planning gifts for our loved ones and throwing parties with festive decorations give us all a warm and fuzzy feeling, whether we are the ones giving or receiving. The past few years has led to the rude awakening that life …
Let’s face it: Christmas is expensive. And it can be difficult to fill stockings for your loved ones with meaningful things that aren’t just cheap plastic rubbish that you know they’re going to throw away or wind up collecting dust someplace. So, to get you started this year, we've compiled a comprehensive list of affordable …
This December, we're reflecting on an unforgettable 2022 and highlighting developments that made a difference for climate justice around the world, as well as naughty corporations and people that have wreaked havoc. ON THE NAUGHTY LIST: H&M was caught greenwashing A lawsuit was filed against H&M in New York federal court, accusing it of greenwashing …
The festive season is the season of giving. If you’re looking to give beyond your friends and family, and want to give back to your community, look no further. Here are nine ways you might not have thought of to give back to your community this festive season. And one way you should probably avoid …
Today’s conscious consumers often find themselves caught in a web of slactivism – but the UN’s sustainability guide for lazy people, ThredUp’s anti-shopping hotline and green adblockers like shADe are here to encourage real action. The war of words Today, a limitless vocabulary expounding sustainable intentions has rendered consumers complacent and a tad ignorant of …
It’s that time of year again. We’re deep in holiday season, aka gift shopping season. Whether it’s a present for a loved one, or just a little treat for yourself (you deserve it!), this season is synonymous with the joy of opening presents for many of us. It’s also the season for impulse shopping, a …
Contrary to popular belief, it is possible to shop consciously for gifts this Christmas. Even in the little red dot. Here's a curated, unique list of our recommendations for gifts that are good for you, me, the planet, and the people on it. (And we promise it's not just options that will break the bank.) …
This year, we're dreaming of a green Christmas. Whether you've already got the mulled drinks flowing and Feliz Navidad on repeat or have so far managed to resist Mariah Carey season, the holidays are upon us. We are major advocates for avoiding unnecessary consumption, but if you are buying gifts for your loved ones and …
Everybody has a hard time trying to talk about difficult topics with their family members over the holiday season. But yet, we also know that it's increasingly important to talk about issues such as climate change and raise awareness about them. So, how exactly do we broach the subject of climate change this Christmas? We …
