If you’ve ever been on Pinterest, you’re sure to have seen a million and one upcycling projects, but there’s a lot more to this waste-reducing activity than just shabby-chic pastel coloured furniture. Upcycling is a great way to divert materials from landfills – and save you money in the process! We’ve broken down what it’s all about, why we should be doing it, and compiled some easy and useful upcycling projects.

We might be halfway through Plastic Free July but it’s not too late to start making changes! To show you just how easy it can be, we’ve put together a few of our absolute essentials when it comes to living plastic-free.

If you’ve decided to take up the challenge this Plastic Free July but are feeling a little overwhelmed and aren’t sure where to start, then we’ve got you covered. Read on for our best tips on how to prepare.

With Plastic Free July just around the corner, there’s no better time to make some positive changes in your life. To make it all a little easier, we’ve broken down what it’s all about, why we should all get involved, and how to make a start right now.

Cutting down on waste doesn’t always mean replacing products and kitting yourself out with all the latest gizmo’s. That’s why we’ve put together a quick guide on how to cut down what you send to landfill without spending a cent on new gear.

An easy way to get started on your waste-free journey is to simply buy eco-friendly or zero-waste alternatives to everyday items once they’ve run out or need replacing. There are loads of products out there and to make it all a bit easier, we’ve put together a comprehensive guide of 15 of the best waste-free kitchen alternatives to get you started.

Supermarkets banning plastic bags is a great first step, but what about the endless amount of plastic that food is actually packaged in? The bad news is this probably isn’t going to change any time soon, the good news is there are plenty of things you can start doing today to help!