“How might your life have been different if there had been a place for you? A place for you to go…a place of women, to help you learn the ways of women… a place where you were nurtured from an ancient flow sustaining you and steadying you as you sought to become yourself. A place …
Can We Automate Slow Living?
Can Tech Help Us Slow Down? “Dust collection, complete,” says a kindly but robotic voice in the corner of my apartment. Ole Dusty, my robot vacuum, has finished its morning duties. “Whenever we talk about slow living, it’s easy to imagine a cottagecore paradise, self-sustained by solar panels and massive gardens.” I’m sitting in the …
Make Do And Mend: How A Costume Designer Creates & Cares For A Sustainable Wardrobe
Loved Clothing Lasts Ah, college… a time when you are sure that you know exactly how your life will play out. The joke is especially on me because I received a very specific bachelor’s degree in a field which I no longer wish to pursue: Costume Design. However, I’ve realized that no time was wasted …
5 Sewing Kits To Mend Your Clothes (Plus, How To Build Your Own)
Extend The Lifespan Of Your Clothing One of the easiest ways to practice sustainability is to invest in our wardrobes. And that means more than simply buying ethical and sustainable clothing. It also means caring for our clothes by tailoring them for the best fit and learning how to sew or repair the inevitable hole. …
How To Sew Your Own Clothes
When I first learned how to sew in middle school, I was frustrated by the process. And it wasn’t until many years later, after taking a basic pattern drafting class with Cal Patch, that something clicked. I started sewing and haven’t stopped. For over ten years, I’ve taught countless others how to make garments, too, even …
My Review Of Avocado’s Eco Organic Mattress (3 Years In)
Summary: If you want an organic, made in the USA mattress — you’re not going to get a better mattress for a cheaper price than Avocado’s Eco Organic Mattress. While the price is higher than discount retailers, it also comes with a 100-night sleep trial and ten-year warranty so you can make sure it’s the right fit …
9 Best Eco-Friendly Paints With Nontoxic Ingredients (2024)
We’ve searched high and low for the safest, most eco-friendly, and sustainable VOC-free wall paints — these are our top picks. Transforming a space into a sanctuary requires healthy and thoughtful choices. The products we choose to bring into our homes make an impact on our quality of life whether we know it or not. …
We Review Awara’s Budget-Friendly Organic Mattress (2024)
Summary: Awara’s mattresses blend sustainability and luxury — offering all the certifications you’d expect of a top-of-the-line natural option at an easier price point. Awara’s Natural Luxury Hybrid Mattress has cooling technology that keeps me, a life-long hot sleeper, comfortable all night long with airflow-promoting coils that are wrapped in organic, breathable fabrics. Pros: This mattress from Awara …
Is Naturepedic’s Serenade A Dream For Hot Sleepers? (2024 Review)
Summary: As a hot sleeper with allergies, switching to Naturepedic’s Serenade Organic Hybrid Mattress with GOLS certified latex significantly improved my sleep. Naturepedic meets the highest standards for nontoxic, organic, and sustainable materials and production — so I know I’m sleeping safely and supporting a business with eco-friendly and ethical practices, too. For partners with different firmness needs, their …
The 9 Best Organic Twin Mattresses For Kids (2024)
We’ve reviewed the best organic, non-toxic, and eco-friendly mattresses for a decade — these are our favorite options for an organic twin mattress. Buying a mattress is an important investment, especially when shopping for the one your kids are sleeping on. We know that choosing a mattress that fits your home, budget, and values can …