How to Make Reusable Wool Dryer Balls from an Old Sweater
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This week, while researching the environmental impact of laundry, I learned that conventional dryer sheets are made of nonwoven polyester which is a form of plastic. One way I've cut back on dryer sheets is by air drying clothes on my homemade clothes drying rack. However, since bulkier items like blankets and towels still require a tumble dry, I wanted to find a low-waste alternative to single use dryer sheets. Read more →
5 Sustainable Detergent Options
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Until this week, I had no idea that my laundry routine had such a negative environmental impact. There are plenty of ways to make the process a little more planet-friendly, like washing in cold water and air drying to save electricity. But since an estimated 1 billion plastic detergent bottles are discarded in the United States every year, switching to a low-waste laundry detergent feels like an easy way to be greener, without having to think too hard on a daily basis. Read more →
The Environmental Impact of Laundry
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Last week I took a long, hard look at my clothes shopping habit and fast fashion's negative environmental impact. So, naturally, it's time to delve into how I launder my clothing. Read more →
Letter Asking Department Store to Carry Sustainable Clothing Brands
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I spent all week learning about fast fashion and it's shockingly negative impact on the environment. While I've made the decisions to make my closet more sustainable by shopping for secondhand clothes, my personal impact is miniscule in comparison to large brands and corporations. That's why, this week, I'm writing to popular department store, Macy's, and asking that they move away from fast fashion and work towards carrying more sustainable clothing brands. Read more →
5 Easy Clothing Alterations
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This week, I took a look at the environmental impact of fast fashion and learned that one of the best ways to have sustainable closet is to shop secondhand. Secondhand clothes shopping can be a little daunting, especially when things don't fit exactly right. However, there are a few extremely easy alterations that can make your thrift finds feel like tailored garments. Read more →