Carbon Footprint / Carbon Neutral / Carbon Neutral Britain / Energy Efficient / Energy Saving / Krystal Hosting / Octopus / Zero Waste

🌍 My Carbon Footprint: What I’m Doing, What I’m Learning, and Why It’s Not Always Easy

Aiming for a zero‑waste lifestyle sounds simple in theory — but in reality, it’s incredibly challenging. Even with the best intentions, I still struggle to source everything I need without plastic, and some “eco‑friendly” items arrive after travelling halfway around the world. Add disability, health limitations, and a reduced income (hello, 2020), and the journey becomes even more complicated.

Despite all this, I’m committed to reducing my carbon footprint wherever I realistically can. I’m not perfect — none of us are — but I believe small, consistent steps matter.

Here’s what I’ve been doing over the past few years to reduce my impact.

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April 14, 2026

Bamboo / Bamboo Cutlery / Bamboo Straws / Bamboo Straws / Beeswax wraps / Bowl Cover / Coconut / Coconut Bowl / Dish Brushes / Fabric / Jungle Culture / Picnic / upcycle / Zero Waste

🌿 Low-Waste Picnic Kit

Simple Swaps for a Greener Outdoor Adventure

Earth Month Guide • Outdoors • Zero Waste Picnic

A low-waste picnic isn’t about perfection — it’s about packing with intention, choosing reusables over disposables, and celebrating the outdoors without leaving a trace. Whether you’re heading to the beach, the park, or your favourite coastal nook, a thoughtfully curated picnic kit makes sustainable living feel effortless.

This guide walks you through the essentials of a zero waste picnic, featuring some of the beautiful, ethically made pieces from Jungle Culture, whose artisan-crafted, plastic-free products align perfectly with the Zero Waste Llama ethos, amongst other Zero-Waste items of interest.

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April 11, 2026

Biodegradable / Biodegradable Packaging / Cleaning Products / Eco-Friendly / Environmentally Friendly / Lab Tested / Natural Ingredients / Plant-based ingredients / Products / Reducing Waste / Weigh of the World / Zero Waste

Product Review: Ocean Saver – Cleaning detergents

I picked up some Oceansaver Anti Bac and a reusable spray bottle from my local zero waste shop a few weeks ago, and it is sooooooo amazing and easy to use! This is my honest product review of Ocean Saver Cleaning detergents. If you’re interested in Eco Cleaning detergents, this review will be helpful. In this review, I’m particularly focused on Eco Cleaning detergents and my experience with them. So far I have only tried the Anti-Bac, with great results – others are to follow! In addition, my experience with Ocean Saver Cleaning detergents has been very positive in this product review.

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June 24, 2020

Competition / Coronavirus / COVID-19 / Northwich / Products / Zero Waste

GIVEAWAY! Zero Waste Lockdown Survival Hamper

In order to promote LOCAL(Northwich) businesses, we have joined together to offer you this amazing Zero Waste Lockdown Survival Hamper worth well over £100 ! We are excited to launch our Zero Waste Giveaway as part of this initiative.

Hamper Contents:

2 balls of Stylecraft Naturals Bamboo & Cotton yarn (Aqua & Dusk), from Crafty Stitches
We Are Family Shampoo Bar, from Weigh of the World
We Are Family Conditioner Bar, from Weigh of the World
Abda’s House Blend Coffee (ground for a Cafetiere), from Abda’s Ltd.
Pack of Crocheted Bamboo / Cotton Face Wipes, from Dante’s Boutique
Crocheted Rainbow Decoration, from Dante’s Boutique
Wildwash Super Sensitive Dog Shampoo, from Ginger & Browns / Innoscent Spa
(Super Sensitive Shampoo with Organic Aloe Vera & Calendula – designed for dogs with allergy-prone skin. Very mild).
3 Body Cleansing and Nourishing Bars, from Lavandi
4 Organic Vegan Lip Balms, from Lavandi
3 Shampoo and Conditioning Bars, from Lavandi
Two reusable face masks, made by myself! (choice of 2 from the 6 illustrated above)
Picnic Hamper donated by ZWL Solutions
Two Free places on a Chester Cycle Tour
Free delivery of the hamper by bicycle (within Northwich and surrounding villages), by The Car Free Guide!

Information on how to enter the draw to win this fabulous Survival Hamper can be found at the bottom of this post.

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May 15, 2020

Allergy / Allergy Friendly / Bath, Bubble & Beyond / Coconut / Eco-Friendly / Environmentally Friendly / Ethical / Hair Conditioner / Natural Fragrance / Natural Ingredients / Non-Toxic / Not Tested on Animals / Organic / Palm Oil Free / Paraben Free / Pet Friendly / Phosphate-Free / Plant-based ingredients / Products / Shampoo / Soap / Sustainable / Sustainable Living / Vegan / Zero Waste

Product Review: Bath, Bubbles & Beyond – Shampoo & Conditioners

otivated by my actions and blog, Sarah (my Personal Assistant and, most importantly, my best friend!) started her voyage towards her plastic-free future, starting with some Shampoo and Conditioners from Bath, Bubbles & Beyond, which I chose for her at at the Zero Waste shop, in Northwich. For anyone exploring options for Zero Waste Shampoo and Conditioner bars, this article shares our Bath, Bubble & Beyond Review and how the products helped Sarah begin her journey. In fact, this Bath, Bubble & Beyond Review highlights key details for anyone interested in sustainable haircare.

After putting off the transition until she returned from her fabulous fabulous holiday over Christmas, she started the new year with a new hair-care regime, and was more than pleasantly surprised by the ease and improvement in making this transition!

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April 25, 2020

Allergy Friendly / Aluminium-Free / Anti-Fungal / Anti-Fungal / Anti-Microbial / Biodegradable Packaging / Compostable / Cruelty Free / Deodorant / Palm Oil Free / Paraben Free / Products / SLS-Free / Sustainable / Vegan / Zero Waste

Product Review: Kutis Natural Deodorant

My usual deodorant was one of the first items to be replaced – it has just taken me a long time to test out different ones and find one I love. Having not used spray deodorant since the 80’s, preferring a stick, I was looking for something with no plastic packaging. But I also needed something that worked…. and that did not have any (overpowering/”girly”) scent….

Well, I found it! The Kutis Natural Deodorant was one of a few deodorants which I purchased, and have since gone through two, tried four and purchased a multitude of other (gentle) scents to try!

Rating Overview: 10/10
Performance: This works really well
Fragrance: They come in two varieties, vegan and non-vegan, and a variety of Natural Fragrances…. suitable for both sexes.
Usability: Great – pushes easily out of the tube – even with arthritis (mum) or after a hand operation (me)

The Kutis deodorant sticks are made from all natural ingredients and they really work!

With key ingredients such as bicarbonate of soda, arrowroot powder and coconut oil this deodorant gives you the lasting freshness without all the nasty stuff that can be found in commercial deodorants.

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August 23, 2019

Simple Swaps for a Greener Outdoor Adventure

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