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Celebrating Earth Month: Small Steps for Big Impact

Every April, Earth Month invites us to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the planet that carries us — windswept beaches, mossy forests, bustling cities, and all. For the Zero Waste Llama herd, it’s a chance to celebrate the joy of low-waste living, embrace imperfect eco-action, and remind ourselves that sustainability is a journey, not a finish line.

This year, we’re leaning into the theme of “Small Steps, Big Impact” — because the truth is, most meaningful change begins with tiny, consistent choices made by ordinary people (and the occasional eco-llama).

Read more for some simple sustainable habits for Earth Month!

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April 2, 2026
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The Ethical Choice- Show Love: Buy Local, Shop Small

When you buy out-of-season produce, e.g. raspberries or strawberries in December, your eco-credentials become lower. The same applies to purchasing any food product that has been flown from outside your country or is wrapped in layers of (unnecessary) plastic. By shopping locally, and independently, (bakers, farm shops, green grocers…) it is less likely that the produce has travelled an unthinkable distance in order to get onto your plate. Not only does this support local farmers, but the produce will be wrapped in less (or even no) packaging and is fresher. The same applies to non-food goods and services.

This is just one positive, others include:

  • It is often possible to try before you buy!
  • It may be cheaper
  • Advice can be sought if required
  • It helps build your community, get social!
  • It support local businesses and entrepreneurs
  • Independent shops often sell unique and unusual products
  • It boosts the local economy
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June 25, 2022
Read more about the article GIVEAWAY! Zero Waste Lockdown Survival Hamper
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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:

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
Read more about the article Product Review: Bath, Bubbles & Beyond – Shampoo & Conditioners
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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
Read more about the article Product Review: Kutis Natural Deodorant
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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