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We were testing out our new 100% British wool duvet from Baavet during our recent camping trip to Scotland and it was brillliant :-) British #zerowaste⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #zerowastelifestyle⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #zerowastehome⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #zerowasteliving⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #zerowastelife⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #zerowasteuk⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #reusereducerecycle⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #goingzerowaste⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #wastefree⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #bemindful⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #sustainableliving⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #reduceplastic⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #plasticfree⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #plasticfreeliving⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #choosetorefuse⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #saynotoplastic⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #plasticsucks⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #singleusesucks⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #lesswaste⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #reducewaste #vanlife ⠀ #britishwool ⠀ https://www.instagram.com/p/BwrKgXqFe6h/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=e69qx3jui1b0

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Here's my new plastic free dishwashing brush. There wont be any plastic bits inadvertently washing down my drain with this natural little beauty - It's easy to switch to palstic free alternatives, including natural bristle brushes, coconut scrubbies, cotton dishcloths and unsponges made from hemp and bamboo - And, to reduce plastic further you can also switch to a solid soap block for washing up or use a homemade natural cleaning recipes - If you're looking to swap I've just added these to my shop as well as my kitchen :-) - - - #zerowaste #zerowastelifestyle #zerowastehome #zerowasteliving #zerowastelife #zerowastetravel #cleaningtips #goingzerowaste #wastefree #cleaningmotivation #theartofslowliving #sustainableliving #reduceplastic #plasticfree #plasticfreeliving #choosetorefuse #saynotoplastic #singleusesucks #lesswaste #reducewaste #cleaninghacks #slowsustainablehome #lowwaste #cleaningmotivation #naturalcleaning #naturalcleaningproducts #zerowasteuk #dishwashing https://www.instagram.com/p/BvOUbifFzJ2/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=xlwf7fqvqd1t

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Did you know that as plastic sponges and brushes used for washing up break down the bit s of plastic can go down the drain and end up in our water systems - It's easy to switch to palstic free alternatives, including natural bristle brushes, coconut scrubbies, cotton dishcloths and unsponges made from hemp and bamboo - And, to reduce plastic further you can also switch to a solid soap block for washing up or use a homemade natural cleaning recipes - I've included dishwasher on my list as it is possible to use less water with a dishawasher than washig up but that assumes you only run it when full - Is your dishwashing plastic free? - - - - #zerowaste #zerowastelifestyle #zerowastehome #zerowasteliving #zerowastelife #zerowastetravel #cleaningtips #goingzerowaste #wastefree #cleaningmotivation #theartofslowliving #sustainableliving #reduceplastic #plasticfree #plasticfreeliving #choosetorefuse #saynotoplastic #singleusesucks #lesswaste #reducewaste #cleaninghacks #slowsustainablehome #lowwaste #cleaningmotivation #naturalcleaning #naturalcleaningproducts #zerowasteuk https://www.instagram.com/p/BvMd38yFA_s/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1bv5mjc8p68tu

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GIVEAWAY – The sun is shining and Wednesday is the first day of Spring, the date of the spring equinox. So, I have teamed up with @mangleandwringer for this Giveaway to give your Spring Cleaning a kickstart #AD - Included in the Giveaway is: * 500g Natural Bleach * Tin of Bathroom Balm cleaner * Bette’s bar - original cold-processed soap, which is suitable for cleaning just about anything. * Bag of Soap Nuts * 2 x 5ml essential oils (Tea Tree & Lemon * Coconut scrub pad * 2 x 100% cotton dishcloths * Natural bristle washing up brush * Amber glass spray bottle for all your homemade cleaning recipes * 2 Pack of Unspnges - It’s easy to Enter just 3 things to do: 💚 Like this Pic 💚 Follow @thoroughlymoderngrandma and @mangleandwringer 💚 Tell me why you love Spring - You could also tag a friend to let them know about the Giveaway - To double your chance of winning you can also enter on Facebook by Liking the Post and saying why you love Spring in the comments. You can find the link to my Facebook page in my Bio ☺️ - This Giveaway will close on Wednesday 27th March at 10pm. The winner will be chosen at random and announced on my Insta Stories on Thursday 28th March and I’ll also send a DM - Note this Giveaway is in no way associated with Instagram or Facebook and is only open to UK and European residents over the age of 18. * #Giveaway #zerowaste #zerowastelifestyle #zerowastehome #zerowasteliving #zerowastelife #reusereducerecycle #goingzerowaste #wastefree #bemindful #theartofslowliving #sustainableliving #reduceplastic #plasticfree #plasticfreeliving #choosetorefuse #saynotoplastic #plasticsucks #singleusesucks #lesswaste #reducewaste #naturalcleaning #springcleaning https://www.instagram.com/p/BvJsFpCFs3H/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=n8dtjvyhi3kb

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I love using natural cleaning products in my home and you don't need a #hinchhaul to get started - If you have these top 5 natural cleaning ingredients you'll be able to tackle most of the cleaning jobs around the home : 1. Bicarbonate of Soda 2. Distilled White Vinegar 3. Castile Soap 4. Rubbing Alcohol / Surgical Spirit (Vodka works as well) 5. Essential Oils - That's it ! Check out my Blog or previous Insta Posts for rfecipes - And, look out for a brilliant GIVEAWAY later today to help with all that Spring Clenaing - Happy cleaning - - - #zerowaste #zerowastelifestyle #zerowastehome #zerowasteliving #zerowastelife #cleaningtips #goingzerowaste #wastefree #theartofslowliving #sustainableliving #reduceplastic #plasticfree #plasticfreeliving #choosetorefuse #saynotoplastic #singleusesucks #lesswaste #reducewaste #cleaninghacks #slowsustainablehome #drbronners #lowwaste #cleaningmotivation #naturalcleaning #naturalcleaningproducts #zerowasteuk #citrusvinegar https://www.instagram.com/p/BvG0c-lFuUT/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=14vqmr20rhfyn

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Beeswax wraps are such s great alternative to cling film. You can use them to wrap cheese, cover bowls, wrap sandwiches and much more - If you look after them (see previous post) they’ll last for months, if not years - And, when you’ve finished with them you can repurpose them as firefighters or just cut them up and pop them in the compost - Have you switched to Beeswax Wraps? - - - - #beeswaxwraps #zerowatehome #plasticfree #simpleliving #zerowastelife #ecofriendly #goingzerowaste #zerowasteuk #lesswaste #lessplasticwaste https://www.instagram.com/p/BvESVh0lWoV/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1k6polgytfigd

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Beeswax, or Soy Wax, Wraps are a great alternative to clingfilm. And, if you look after them carefully they will last for months, maybe even years - They don't take much looking after, just make sure you keep them away from anything hot and wash them in cool water with a mild detergent. When they're looking tired you can revive them in the oven and even add it bit more wax (grated) if you need to - Have you tried wax wraps yet? - - - - #zerowaste #zerowastelifestyle #zerowasteuk #zerowastehome #zerowasteliving #zerowastelife #beeswaxwraps #reusereducerecycle #goingzerowaste #wastefree #bemindful #theartofslowliving #sustainableliving #reduceplastic #plasticfree #plasticfreeliving #choosetorefuse #saynotoplastic #plasticsucks #singleusesucks #lesswaste #reducewaste #plasticfreeoceans #plasticfreeseas https://www.instagram.com/p/BvCgPbfl9Xs/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=inf46qi8y8pe

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It still amazes me that you only need a handful of Soap Nuts for one load of laundry and that you can use the 5 or 6 times! - As they are totally natural and organic they are great if you have sensitive skin, Mr J has Psoriasis so they are perfect for doing our laundry - What’s your perfect Laundry Detergent?🧺 - - - #zerowaste #zerowastelifestyle #zerowastehome #zerowasteliving #zerowastelife #zerowastetravel #cleaningtips #goingzerowaste #wastefree #cleaningmotivation #theartofslowliving #sustainableliving #reduceplastic #plasticfree #plasticfreeliving #choosetorefuse #saynotoplastic #singleusesucks #lesswaste #reducewaste #cleaninghacks #slowsustainablehome #lowwaste #cleaningmotivation #naturalcleaning #naturalcleaningproducts #zerowasteuk #psoriasis https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu_EOFQF1J-/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=cqkfwj1p14tt

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I love using my Soap Nuts for my laundry but there are also so many other uses from them - As they are totally natural and organic they are great if you have sensitive skin, Mr J has Psorasis so they are perfect for doing our laundry - I need to make some up into a liquid for cleaning so I'll do a little video and put it up on my stories so you can see exactly how it's done - Have you switched to a plastic free or low waste option for your laundry? - - - #zerowaste #zerowastelifestyle #zerowastehome #zerowasteliving #zerowastelife #zerowastetravel #cleaningtips #goingzerowaste #wastefree #cleaningmotivation #theartofslowliving #sustainableliving #reduceplastic #plasticfree #plasticfreeliving #choosetorefuse #saynotoplastic #singleusesucks #lesswaste #reducewaste #cleaninghacks #slowsustainablehome #drbronners #lowwaste #cleaningmotivation #naturalcleaning #naturalcleaningproducts #zerowasteuk #psoriasis https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu8y9yKlUFK/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1bodhj73ezmzn

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These are our Bamboo Toothbrushes and Denttabs - It’s such an easy switch moving away from plastic toothbrushes and the grandsons love theirs - Have you switched to a Bamboo Toothbrush ? - - - - #zerowaste #zerowasteliving #bambootoothbrush #plasticfree #simpleliving #plasticfreeliving #zerowasteuk #zerowastehome #goingzerowaste https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu6xNFbFak1/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=16kzdo36e0c62

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Did you know that around 3.5 billion plastic toothbrushes are used around the world every year. And, in the USA alone it's estiumated that over 1 billiuon end up in landfill - I think that makes a great reason to switch to a Bamboo toothbrush if you normally use a plastic one - And, when you've finished with your Bamboo toothbrush you can upcycle it for cleaning or to amke plant markers before you finally compost it. Unless your's is made with animal hair bristles you will need to remvoe tehm before composting (the bristles go in the normal rubbish) - Have you switched to Bamboo ? - - - - #zerowaste #goingzerowaste #zerowasteliving #zerowasteuk #consciousconsumer #naturaldeodorant #naturalbalm #bambootoothbrush #saynotoplastic #plasticfree #sustainableliving #plasticfreebathroom #zerowasteuk #zerowastelife #zerowastelifestyle #zerowastetips #bambootoothbrush https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu4S1IplgQE/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=zl8nm81rp787

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As I mentioned in my previous post natural handmade balms have so many great uses - I love stocking them in the shop and I now have quite a few different ones - These are some of my favourites from @wildsageandco , @littlegreensoap and @allbalm and they all come packaged plastic free in glass or tin - All the balms are lovingly handmade in the UK using home grown and locally sourced botanicals - And, did you know you can use them for so many things including a moisturiser, hair conditioner, treating small scrapes and bruises, muscle aches and so much more depending on which essential oils / herbs they include - For instance Lavender is perfect for soothing a headache whilst Calendula is great for calming and soothing dry skin - And, as they aren’t made with any water a little goes a long way - Do you have a favourite balm? - - - - #naturalremedies #balms #handmade #handmadeinuk #plasticfree #zerowaste #zerowasteuk #zerowastliving #lowimpact #consciousconsumer #herbs #simpleliving https://www.instagram.com/p/Bu1NFyflbcA/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1lf76xhljewk5

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Do you use natural handmade balms? They have been made for 100s of years and have so many great uses. They don't contain any water so a small amount goes a long way - I love Lavender and Rosemary as thye both have both have wonderful antimicrobial and ant-inflammatory properties and can be used on scrapes, insect bites, bruises, muscle pains and sprains - But there are so many more to choose from and as well as being a great skin moisturiser and handy first aid ointment for minor scrapes and bruises you can also use them as a hair conditioner - Do you have a favourite balm? - - #zerowaste #goingzerowaste #zerowasteliving #zerowasteuk #consciousconsumer #handmadebalm #naturalbalm #herbalist #saynotoplastic #plasticfree #sustainableliving #plasticfreebathroom #zerowasteuk #zerowastelife #zerowastelifestyle #zerowastetips #essentialoils #naturalremedies https://www.instagram.com/p/BuzUC-hlAKD/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=78nez7xxdqbs

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I mentioned how good natural deodorants are for you in my previous post. And, I thought I'd give you a quick peek at some of the ones I stock - I really wish you could smell them as they are absolutely gorgeous. Just to give you an idea here are some of the essential oils in them - lemon, lavender, grapefruit, cinamon, bergamot, lime, mandarin and basil - The problem I find with selling things that I love is that I just want to stock them all! Unfortunately I can't stock everything but I do love the ones I stock from @primalsuds , @pitputty and Your Nature - Do you have a favourite natural deodorant or haven't you made the switch yet? - - - - #zerowaste #goingzerowaste #zerowasteliving #zerowasteuk #consciousconsumer #naturaldeodorant #naturalbalm #bambootoothbrush #saynotoplastic #plasticfree #sustainableliving #plasticfreebathroom #zerowasteuk #zerowastelife #zerowastelifestyle #zerowastetips https://www.instagram.com/p/BuvgoT5Fq50/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1w5g4pauaw6xx

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I've found that not only have I reduced my plastic waste when making decisons about Zero Waste swaps I've also switched to more natural products - One of my favourite switches is to a natural deodorant that comes in totally plastic free packaging but is also so much better for my health - Switching to a natural deodoarant can be tricky so you may need to try a couple before you find one that suits you but I'm sure you wont regret it - - - - #zerowaste #goingzerowaste #zerowasteliving #zerowasteuk #consciousconsumer #naturaldeodorant #naturalbalm #bambootoothbrush #saynotoplastic #plasticfree #sustainableliving #plasticfreebathroom #zerowasteuk #zerowastelife #zerowastelifestyle #zerowastetips https://www.instagram.com/p/But7veulhgE/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=u18sjfiw4my1

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Now that the weather is turning nicer and the evnings are lighter I'm enjoying getting back out in the garden - When we think about Zero Waste we don't always autoimatically think about how we can reduce waste when we're gardening - Last year I wrote a Blog "Top Tips for Zero Waste Gardening". This is a reminder of those tips and if you would like to read more just head over to my Blog (link in Bio) - Do you have any great tips for reducing waste in the garden? - - - #zerowaste #zerowastelifestyle #zerowasteuk #zerowastehome #zerowasteliving #zerowastelife #beeswaxwraps #reusereducerecycle #goingzerowaste #wastefree #bemindful #theartofslowliving #sustainableliving #reduceplastic #plasticfree #plasticfreeliving #choosetorefuse #saynotoplastic #plasticsucks #singleusesucks #lesswaste #reducewaste #plasticfreeoceans #gardening #gardeningtips https://www.instagram.com/p/BuorbIel83l/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=t6evrpv90izp

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I love my cupboards to look neat and tidy and ages ago I read this tip to keep your duvet covers, pillows and sheets organised - Basically you just pop the duvet, pillow case and sheet into one of the matching pillow cases and then you have everything stored together so you don't have to rummage around for the matching items and it all looks very neat :-) - I can't remember where I read it but I think they said it was a Martha Stewart tip. But this is how I store my linen duvet sets in the cupboard. - Do you have any great tips for keeping your cupbards organised? - - - - Do you Spring clean or do you do a little bit every week? - - - - - #springcleaning #firstdayofspring #cleaning #naturalcleaning #declutter #declutteryourhome #linencupboard #marthastewart #springcleaning #organisedhome #sustainableliving https://www.instagram.com/p/BuldQWvlpT7/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1a68ztutwm834