DIY Compostable Eucalyptus Wreath

DIY Compostable Eucalyptus Wreath

I have been fawning over those modern and minimalist wreaths you see all over Pinterest, but over my dead body am I buying a brand new embroidery hoop just to use for a wreath and then throw away. I do own wreath forms, as you may recall from last year’s post on DIY foraged wreaths, but the amount of floral wire I used and then subsequently ended up throwing out irritated me.

Thus, a challenge was born. Could I make a minimalist but completely compostable wreath?

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12 Awesome, Eco-friendly Gifts for Men (That They'll Actually Want)

12 Awesome, Eco-friendly Gifts for Men (That They'll Actually Want)

Finding desirable and useful Christmas gifts for men can be challenging when you’re working hard toward an eco-friendly life and responsible consumerism.

Lucky for you, I spent an afternoon rounding up all the latest and greatest eco-friendly finds on Etsy. Here are some of my picks for handmade and eco-friendly gifts for men for the 2018 holiday season!

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Getting Real About The Zero Waste Movement for New Moms with Honestly Modern

Getting Real About The Zero Waste Movement for New Moms with Honestly Modern

Bringing home a newborn is one of the biggest adjustments most new mamas have had to face. Is it possible to stay zero waste with a newborn?

Jen from Honestly Modern gets real about priorities, being a mom, and taking a realistic look at the zero waste movement.

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