My sister's friend moved from a house with a garden to an apartment. She used to make her own compost, but no longer had room for the compost bin. Long story short: since March I'm the lucky new owner of a big dark grey compost bin. I've always wondered what it would be like to make my own compost, but never got around to learning about it. I … [Read more...] about How to start composting and waste less food
Green living
Green up your work space for Cubicle Day
Happy Cubicle Day! We have so many funny and unexpected national and international days on our calendar. Sunday, April 28, 2019, is dedicated to the cubicle. From what I've seen, most cubicles are far from worth celebrating. How boring can a workplace be? Too much dullness, too many toxins, not enough eco-friendlyness and not enough fresh air. You … [Read more...] about Green up your work space for Cubicle Day
Review: does the Love Goodly box spread the love?
It feels like my birthday. The doorbell rings, my always happy delivery man gives me his familiar big smile and hands me a pretty package. A brown carton box with a cute purple heart print on it. My Love Goodly box has arrived. Time to unpack and enjoy the surprise. I have no idea what's inside. Yet. Stay with me and we'll find out. There's also a … [Read more...] about Review: does the Love Goodly box spread the love?
Support inspiring young women taking action on climate change
Let's celebrate the women in our lives! March 8th is International Women's Day 2019 and this year it's all about 'Balance for Better'. We need a more gender balanced world to make it better for everybody. To celebrate International Women's Day I'd like to put some amazing young women in the spotlight. These women are making a statement about … [Read more...] about Support inspiring young women taking action on climate change
14 ways you can help the planet this World Wildlife Day
World Wildlife Day is about our oceans this year. Water, the source of life. Oceans take up most of our planet. Can you imagine? There's so much going on below the surface of our waters that we have never seen nor heard of. Incredible forms of life that we need to protect, even though we don't know them all. We know and named about 200.000 of all … [Read more...] about 14 ways you can help the planet this World Wildlife Day
Warm Sweater Day: heat yourself, not the planet!
Today I'd like to introduce you to a fun, cosy tradition that we have in my country, the Netherlands, to raise awareness to climate change. A tradition that's only been around since 2007, but that's already won the hearts of so many people and corporations. This year we're expecting at least 200.000 people to join in. And I would love for the … [Read more...] about Warm Sweater Day: heat yourself, not the planet!
Lunchskins review: the 7 year abuse of a reusable sandwich bag
Being one of my reusable sandwich bags is no joke. You'll get tossed around like a soccer ball. You'll be stuck in hand bags, lap top bags and other carriers. You'll be squeezed, get dirty and be sat on. Sometimes you'll even be licked (I mean, who could possibly leave melted chocolate behind, right?!). Wash. Dry. Repeat. When you buy products … [Read more...] about Lunchskins review: the 7 year abuse of a reusable sandwich bag
Gift guide ideas: my top 3 favorite charities
In the spirit of giving, I'd love to share my favorite charities with you. Finding the perfect holiday gifts for the people you love is amazing. But if you happen to have a little extra to spare, why not spread more love? Sharing your time, resources or money with people less fortunate than yourself feels good, doesn't it? It's as much a gift … [Read more...] about Gift guide ideas: my top 3 favorite charities
How to help garden wildlife and stray animals survive winter
During fall many people roll up their sleeves and really clean up their garden. Getting their garden ready for winter. My advice? Well ehm... don't. Or at least not the way you clean your home. Don't make your garden all tidy and neat. To me, getting you garden ready for winter means something else. It means making your garden a place where … [Read more...] about How to help garden wildlife and stray animals survive winter
Help the bees: plant organic flower bulbs this fall
We really need the bees. And the bees really need our help. Bees and many other small animal friends are pollinators. Traveling from flower to flower they fertilize plants. Without pollinators, without bees, there is no food. That's right: if we don't save the bees and other pollinators, we end up without fresh vegetables, herbs and fruit. And you … [Read more...] about Help the bees: plant organic flower bulbs this fall