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Celebrating Diwali

Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is a joyous occasion celebrated by millions of people around the world. It symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. However, the traditional way of celebrating Diwali often involves a significant amount of waste, from disposable decorations to firecrackers that leave a trail of debris. Check out our waste-free ideas to celebrate Diwali in a more eco-friendly manner while still enjoying all the festivities.

Low-Cost Gardening Hacks

It's the perfect time of year to be getting your hands in the soil, pulling, planting, organising, planning and hopefully even a little bit of harvesting too. Gardening can quickly spiral into an expensive pass time, but it doesn't need to. We've popped a few of our fave ways to save money in the garden together, so you can plan your summer garden, without spending your summer holiday money. So what are you waiting for? Steep some home-grown chamomile into your fave tea cup, and enjoy our fave low-cost gardening hacks.

Have a Sustainable Halloween!

Halloween doesn't have to be a scary time for the environment. By making conscious choices when it comes to costumes, treats, and decorations, you can enjoy a more sustainable and eco-friendly Halloween. Not only will you be reducing waste and your carbon footprint, but you'll also be setting a positive example for others in your community. So, let's go green this Halloween and make it a holiday to remember—for all the right reasons.

Using Washing Soda for a Crystal Clean Home

Feeling that Spring cleaning motivation to clear off the cobwebs of winter? Us too!! We love to use natural cleaners around our homes and in our stores, to save our waterways from harsh chemicals, but also to protect our skin and avoid breathing in toxins.

Seasonal Garden Guide: Spring time in Aotearoa

Longer, warmer days, bulbs flowering, baby lambs in the fields, and the perfect time of year to sort out the garden in preparation for the warmer months to come, who doesn't love spring time!

Make Your Own Seed Tape

Seed tape is very useful for making gardening cheaper and easier. It also makes a lovely homemade gift for the avid gardener in your life.

Discover the power of natural Epsom Salt in your spring garden

Have you heard about the magical powers of Epsom salt? Yes, you read that right! Epsom salt is not just for soaking your tired feet; it can also work wonders in your garden. So, put on your gardening gloves and let's dive into the quirky world of Epsom salt and spring gardening!

Celebrating your Dad, sustainably

All those years cheering for you from the sidelines, figuratively and literally, it's time to cheer right back at him for Fathers day! Give me a D.... give me a A.... ok ok maybe not literally, but we've collated some extra special ways to thank your dad, grandad, step dad, uncle, or even single parent holding it together in dads place.