Reminders of how to live more sustainably surround us every day – including this article all about how to have a positive impact on our planet.
Concerned about climate change? Wanting to feel better about your environmental choices? Looking to set a good example for others? These are among the top reasons why people choose green products and sustainable alternatives. Luckily, make-do-and-mend is in, and it couldn’t look better thanks to your local Stockland centre. Here are three ways to have a positive impact on our planet!
Haberdashery and crafting
We’re all about living an eco-friendly life here, which is why sustainable crafting is one of our fave weekend projects. Not only is it a fun activity for the whole family to enjoy but you can craft guilt-free knowing that you’re not doing any harm to the world around you. For starters, if you’re not sure what to keep in your zero-waste craft cupboard here are the essentials you can find at your local discount store such as Kmart or Big W:
- Recycled and scrap paper
- Chalk
- Beeswax crayons
- Non-toxic paint
- Mason jars
- Wooden paintbrushes
- Natural materials like shells, pinecones, and dried flowers
How to shop the best deals
If you want to go the extra mile to make sure that your impact on the planet is minimised, then these tips for ethical shopping on a budget will help! After all, it can be challenging to use green products if you’re not sure what to look for – but shockingly, scoring a deal when shopping for eco-friendly essentials is easier than you think. Simply follow these top three tips:
- Look for credible certifications – think Fairtrade logos, BCI-certified cotton, and Australian Certified Organic items.
- Pick products with less packaging.
- Build with basics – stocking up on versatile fashion that you can wear for years will help combat fast-fashion wastage (aka no more micro-trends).
Sustainable day-to-day practices
Now that you have a few essentials and tips up your sleeve, you might be asking yourself how to incorporate sustainable living into your daily practices. Firstly, be sure to purchase an array of eco-friendly products that will make your life easier in the long run.
Tip: we know you’re busy and it can be hard to make time for extra jobs but if you’re only going to read one more article today we highly recommend this one – it’s all about the best eco-friendly products to incorporate into your every day (and you can buy them at your local Stockland centre).
There you have it, having a sustainable life is not about depriving yourself or having a virtuous shopping list, but rather it’s about thinking about how your choices can impact the planet and simply ensuring you have all the supplies you need to make the change. Remember, going green can not only be affordable and easy but also delightfully stylish!
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