#plasticfreehome

[green-hypocrite]

Last week of Plastic Free July is coming up and besides the list of things to swap I'm left with new knowledge and awareness. Until you focus your attention on your plastic consumption, you don't even notice that it's everywhere. I knew it will be overwhelming going into this challenge that's why I took the approach of observing and slow changes over jumping into this. I've also done my research and I've git to know the history, production process and all types of plastic.

Mentioned knowledge is shared in previous posts and now it's time for my experiences and tips.

Starting with my private observations: — most plastic that I use comes from snacks — it was impossible for me to make plastic free renovations — I have a lot of plastics common with my family

Next I present to you five main tips to include in your daily life: — be prepared: have your reusable bag and zero waste kit in purse/car/bag pack, make shopping list, make yourself food to go, — buy intentional: in bulk, opt for metal/glass/paper packaging, buy only what you truly need — reuse: “waste isn't a waste until you waste it” — take care of your stuff — use up all you have and notice how can you swap plastics when you need to buy new

Plastic free home room by room:

kitchen

- grow your own food - eat clean - buy on farmers market - avoid packaged food - buy food in bulk - cook your own food/avoid take out - use reusable containers - reuse jars - swaps:   Food wrap — bees wraps/put the plate over;   Tea bags — leaf tea;   Coffee tablets — grained coffee;   Botteled juice — home-made juice;

bathroom

- DIY your own cosmetics - read the ingredients lists and avoid micro plastics - don't flush things in toilet - install filter for micro plastics in your washing machine or use special bags - wash your cloths in cold water - turn on the washing machine when it's full - give up makeup pallets (you probably won't use all the colors and it's probably wrapped in plastic) - don't lose your hair ties - swaps:   Single-use face mask — DIY face mask;   Plastic Q tips — reusable/ bamboo ones;   Products in bottles — bar products;

office

- swaps:   Pen — pencil;   Fountain pen cartridges — inkwell;   Color pens — crayons;   Plastic tape — paper tape;

wardrobe

- quit fast fashion - buy second hand - read the labels and avoid these fabrics:   • Polyester   • Nylon   • Acrylic   • Spandex   • Rayon - wear you cloths multiple times and wash them only when dirty

I hope those few tips were helpful ad you will find the way to adapt to your situation and life. Don't forget that plastic has many advantages and you can decide if it's impact will be positive or negative. It's all about life changes not a monthly challenge, so let's save our planet from plastic waste and keep Plastic Free July even after July.

GH

[thansiom]

Έχει άραγε άλλη γεύση ο καφές τα Χριστούγεννα;!?#coffeeporn #plasticfreeplanet #plasticfreeproducts #coffeeaddict #plasticfreehome #coffeegram #coffeeholic #coffeeoftheday #coffee #plasticfreeworld #coffeelove #coffeemug #plasticfree #plasticfreelifestyle #plasticfreechristmas #plasticfreebeauty #plasticfreelife #coffeelovers #coffeedaily #coffetime #coffeetime #plasticfreeliving #plasticfreeshopping #coffeeart #coffeelover (στην τοποθεσία Κιλκίς Πόλη Του Φωτός) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClYgG-5IaJU/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[thekoalacollective]

"𝗙𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡" - 𝗕𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗼 & 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗲𝗮 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝘀𝗸 🍶 . The environmentally friendly, on-the-go solution to enjoy your hot/cold drinks all day long. 🍵☕🧉 . Made of premium bamboo + stainless steel, with fitting infusers. Their travel size allow you to tuck them in your back and 👉🏼 thermal insulation 👉🏼 means you can keep your infusions hot or cold for up to 6-12 hours‼ . NOW ON SALE! Check it out on our online shop - link in bio! . And remember: 🌏 FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING 🌱 EACH PURCHASE = 1 TREE PLANTED IN YOUR COUNTRY! . . . #ecofriendlyproducts #woodenproducts #bambooproducts #plasticfreeworld #plasticfreehome #sustainableliving #environmentallyfriendlyproducts #thermalflask #teaflask #teainfuser https://www.instagram.com/p/CM_wIfLHfVK/?igshid=1djlkcp368p5s

[thekoalacollective]

"𝗙𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡" - 𝗕𝗮𝗺𝗯𝗼𝗼 & 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗲𝗮 𝗙𝗹𝗮𝘀𝗸 🍶 . The environmentally friendly, on-the-go solution to enjoy your hot/cold drinks all day long. 🍵☕🧉 . Made of premium bamboo + stainless steel, with fitting infusers. Their travel size allow you to tuck them in your back and 👉🏼 thermal insulation 👉🏼 means you can keep your infusions hot or cold for up to 6-12 hours‼ . NOW ON SALE! Check it out on our online shop - link in bio! . And remember: 🌏 FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING 🌱 EACH PURCHASE = 1 TREE PLANTED IN YOUR COUNTRY! . . . #ecofriendlyproducts #woodenproducts #bambooproducts #plasticfreeworld #plasticfreehome #sustainableliving #environmentallyfriendlyproducts #thermalflask #teaflask #teainfuser https://www.instagram.com/p/CMuV-zMHOe2/?igshid=821ft54q07p2

[pisadasverdes-blog]

Sostenibilidad y moda de la mano de HEMPER.

Todos los días nos vestimos con diferentes ropajes dependiendo del estatus social al que pertenezcamos o al que nos gustaría pertenecer. Dependiendo de como vistas, es lo que quieres mostrar de tu persona, es la primera imagen que verá el resto del mundo. Lo que no nos paramos a valorar es que la sostenibilidad y la moda pueden ir de la mano con HEMPER. Hemper es una marca que nace en Nepal, y es en ese mismo lugar donde deciden fabricar sus productos, exactamente en Katmandú. Las personas de este lugar pertenecen a la sociedad con menos recursos y algunos incluso sin educación básica. En este entorno existe desde hace muchos años la tradición del cáñamo, del cual extraen el hilo con el que se teje los productos de esta marca. Como podemos ver Hemper es mucho más que una marca de moda sostenible, también es una empresa con valores que contribuyen al equipo que trabajan para ellos en Nepal, tengan la opción de tener un nivel adquisitivo más alto y así poder prosperar en la vida. - ¿Qué materiales se utilizan en la producción? Esta marca apuesta por respetar el planeta, por la moda y la sostenibilidad, por eso mismo decide utilizar materiales naturales, el cáñamo es el ingrediente principal de todo esto. El cáñamo, no necesita herbicidas ni pesticidas para su correcto desarrollo, podemos decir que necesita diez veces menos de agua que el algodón para generar un kilogramo de material. Read the full article

[unplastik]

💚El algodón es una excelente opción para sustituir las bolsas de plástico, ten siempre una a tu alcance, son flexibles, faciles de limpiar y una excelente🆗opción para llevar a todos lados. Evita usar las bolsas de nylon y poliéster, ya que este material esta hecho a base de plástico, por lo que no son la mejor opción y estarías recurriendo al mismo error de usar una bolsa plástica. • • 🚫Por décadas hemos usado y desechado las bolsas de plástico😲sin saber que éstas tardan al menos 150 años en degradarse. Por lo que para evitar este producto contaminante las hemos sustituido por bolsas de tela ecológicas. • • #plasticfreehome #reducereuserecycle #choosetoreuse #zerowaste #zerowastejourney #zerowastehome #zerowastecollective #lowwaste #chile #santiagodechile🇨🇱 (en Santiago, Chile) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9SN-_vlkva/?igshid=13c3bqsc9iy6a

[greenowltoys]

🐳𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲🦐 Italy plans to go plastic-free! Products that are sold with less plastic packaging could become cheaper for shoppers under plans announced by Italy's government. They plan to give shops money if they sell products without plastic at a cheaper rate. See if you can buy your veg plastic free at your local supermarket. If not, challenge them. Maybe they haven't been asked yet and need to be inspired by you. Get one step closer to a plastic fee home. posted on Instagram - https://ift.tt/2Ob4oLz

[dashvegan]

Some exciting news! We have a mini #zerowaste shop on the first floor at @hopkinson21 on Station Street in Nottingham now! Featuring some of our popular products from our bigger range, available in store at our Cobden Place, Pelham Street shop and online. . . . #zerowastenottingham #nottinghamplasticfree #nottinghamzerowaste #plasticfreehome #plasticfreenottingham #zerowastenotts #plasticfreenotts #nottsplasticfree #nottszerowaste #bambootoothbrushes #bamboostraws #safetyrazors #upcycled #recyclednottingham #nottinghamrecycled #hopkinsons #nottinghamindependents #independentbusiness #independentnottingham #womaninbusiness #zerowasteshop (at Hopkinson Vintage, Antique and Arts Centre) https://www.instagram.com/p/BzQoLfXJVgm/?igshid=151v2d3ts6okd