Spunky brunette tries to save the world.
Spunky brunette tries to save the world.
Eco-friendly DIYs. Zero waste living. Green eating.
All our arguments about which is more eco-friendly, an artificial or natural Christmas tree, are predicated on the idea that your Christmas tree is a single use, disposable item. Here’s the reality: there are a million ways to upcycle your Christmas tree. Today, we’re staring with DIY Christmas Tree Vinegar Cleaner
Read MoreOrange garlands are one of my favorite zero waste Christmas decorations. They’re beautiful, they smell amazing, and they’re compostable, assuming you use plant-based twine and thread. But isn’t it a shame to only use them as a decoration and then throw them out? Guess what, there are actually a number of ways to upcycle your dried orange garland! Waste not, want not, y’all!
Read MoreWhen we last left off on Compost and Cava, I was sitting upon a mountain of used wrapping paper in my paper crown, wondering how the heck I was going to upcycle it all…. which leads us to today’s post on how to turn your old gift wrap into beautiful recycled paper beads!
Read MoreWhen I found some beautiful vintage postcards stashed away in a drawer, I knew I wanted to upcycle them into something that was both beautiful and interactive.
Then it hit me: WHY NOT UPCYCLE THESE VINTAGE POSTCARDS INTO A BLOCK PUZZLE?!
Read MoreToday we’re taking the scraps from my last upcycled coffee sack project and making these adorable pom pom coasters!
Read MoreAnd a beautiful tablescape can add so much to a meal, so I challenged myself to make a coffee-themed tablescape that was both upcycled and upcyclable.
Read MoreFinding desirable and useful Christmas gifts for men can be challenging when you’re working hard toward an eco-friendly life and responsible consumerism.
Lucky for you, I spent an afternoon rounding up all the latest and greatest eco-friendly finds on Etsy. Here are some of my picks for handmade and eco-friendly gifts for men for the 2018 holiday season!
Read MoreJen from Honestly Modern gets real about priorities, being a mom, and taking a realistic look at the zero waste movement.
Read MoreToday we’re delving into my favorite consignment and used stores in Jacksonville. Read on for a quick rundown of all things weird, wacky, old, pre-owned, and fabulous.
Read MoreWho doesn’t want a cheap, easy DIY on Halloween decorations?! Today on the blog I’m doing another installment of how to turn household items into no-spend spooky Halloween decor!
Read MoreJust a girl who wants to save the world. And share some bubbles.
{Cheese addict. Hiker. Cooker, crafter, NOT cleaner. Australian Shepherd wrangler. Loves to play with food. Once dressed in a full body carrot costume for Halloween.}
Reese Moore
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Welcome to Compost and Cava, a little green space on the web for all things eco-friendly. Want green living tips? Plastic free hacks? Plant-based crafting? Or just some slow living? You’re in the right spot, friend.
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Current spirit animal: Barred Owl
