We explore slow consumption, high style, and low waste.
No Greenwashing for this Bloodbath
Slaxx, a Canadian campy horror comedy directed by Elza Kephart, slashes through the layers of worker exploitation that bely a nefarious “sustainable” fash fashion company.
Creative Boundaries and Boundless Capitalism
As a professional creative, I have put boundaries around which aspects of my creativity are for sale. Although my job is “creative,” I fiercely protect my true creative passions from a capitalistic mindset.
From Product to Project; A Flannel in Flux
I'm a longtime maker/hacker/fixer, passionate scavenger/trash connoisseur, and someone who stubbornly refuses to let clothing die. My flannel now has over thirty patches and every bit of fabric has a story.
Plastic-Free Home Cleaning
There is a truly clean way to tidy up your home without dirtying the planet. Here’s my tried-and-tested guide to non-toxic cleaning supplies that are plastic- and waste-free.
When Love Equals Stuff
A grandparent’s joy in spoiling your child means that disposable gifts become emblematic of love. For a sustainably-minded parent, this requires empathy and patience.
‘Making it work,’ Thrifty Style
I recently purchased this green sweater from a local thrift store. My budget for experiments with imperfect clothing maxes out at $5 so for $3.50, this sweater felt like a worthwhile investment.
Tia and Rebecca - Old Flame Mending
Two textile lovers joined forces to start a creative mending business. Here’s how they got started, what inspires them, and why they’re willing to fix just about anything (except a broken heart).
Thrifty Gifting
Shopping for secondhand gifts is a great excuse to support your favorite thrift stores this spring! Here’s a guide to sustainable gift buying for the various occasions and people in your life.
Spring has Sprung and so have Sales
Comparing my earnings on Poshmark vs Mercari vs Depop vs Vinted during March 2021.
Chrissi Burnett, Outfit Repeater Extraordinaire
The star of this ‘fashion show’ is the Alaska eagle t-shirt. There isn't anything better than a t-shirt that fits perfectly.
Upcycled Knitted Scrunchie
Yes, a plastic bag can have a second life as a trendy hair accessory. Here’s how to turn so-called trash into a scrunchie.
New Baby, Used Gear
Don’t let the relentless algorithms targeting pregnant women drive you to buy unnecessary new baby gear! Here’s my guide to buying used and buying better.
When Less is NOT More
A fashion industry professional reflects on her experience of meeting maximal expectations with minimal resources and how this erodes the quality of our garments. What if we didn’t accept exhausting work conditions that dull our ethics and inure us to unsustainable business practices?
Denim Deep Dive
Vintage denim styles are being reissued these days as brands recycle trends from previous decades. So how do you know if the jeans you are thrifting are true blue vintage? Here are some tips for dating your denim.
Take your ‘Special Occasion’ Top to the Next Level
This is the story of my mother's wedding dress remake.
The Plastic-Free Kitchen
The kitchen is one of the most plastic and trash-heavy areas in our homes, and we are kidding ourselves that plastic is recycled. Here are the 5 Rs (refuse, reduce, reuse, rot, and recipes) that summarize my strategy for a zero-waste kitchen.
The Plastic Toy Takeover
We wish that our kids only wanted handcrafted eco friendly toys, but that is pure fantasy. Here are some realistic strategies for mitigating the plastic toy island in your home.
Extend the Life of Your Linens
I’ll be damned if I need to replace my duvet cover because of some tiny holes! I’ve decided to try repairing it with a visible mending technique and document the process.
Lipstick Whistleblower
Mite bites and fruit flies were the last straw for a cosmetics counter manager at a small department store in Berkley, Calif. This is what she did about it.