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@slowconsumerism 4 года назад

yes!!! being sustainable does NOT have to be expensive

@Veve1014 4 года назад

Slow Consumerism it’s so much cheaper because you don’t need half the stuff.

@chickenface879 4 года назад

Embroidery is a great way to cover holes in clothes and make them look better

@eleonore59830 4 года назад

there is also the trend of 'visible mending' which is quite nice as well!

@naturalfairykim7736 4 года назад

Very true but it takes a lot of skill to do this 😅 my mom has a sowing machine that can make beautiful designs and is perfect for decorating clothes or covering holes with decorative designs. My grandma used to over up holes with patches that had a nice picture of something. She bought them at the local market or sowing shop and especially with knee holes in jeans there great and make jeans last a lot longer!

@foureyedape3561 4 года назад

I love embroidery

@samaitadas9772 3 года назад

@@naturalfairykim7736 We call those nice patches 'applique 's. Some modern ones do not even require sewing, they have glue in them, you can just iron them on.

@alexandracolors3971 4 года назад

Another tip: Home clothes. I don't know but I feel like so few people have actually heard the concept. Like, over there in US in every movie/show ever people freakin' use SHOES inside!? Or jeans.. like that's the least comfortable thing you could be wearing inside. I, first of all, leave all shoes by the door in my hall, I have home slippers. Secondly, I have old, trashy clothes (tshirts and soft pants or leggings) which are "home clothes" or "inside clothes". I only wear them inside. And I don't care if I make a mess with them, I don't care if they get holes or whatever. I wear these tshirts numerous times before washing and the same with pants. I preserve my "good clothes" for outside, for being seen in public. With this pandemic, since March I have worn like only 1-2 outside clothes going to grocery shopping or other errands. The rest of the time, my pretty clothes are neatly placed on shelves and they wait for the ban to be lifted. I not only save old crappy clothes from landfill, but I also help my newer good clothes to last longer. And my laundry basket has never been so empty! I only washed the occasional tshirt + bed lingerie, body lingerie, period pads and cotton face pads these 2 months. Definitely recommend!

@thatjillgirl 4 года назад

I feel like this is a very subjective experience. Your way is totally fine, and I'm glad that it works well for you. But I don't find wearing jeans at home to be at all uncomfortable, and I have never cared about shoes in the house. Sometimes I actively enjoy having my shoes on. Don't know why. It just feels more like I'm dressed or something I guess. And usually if I've put on pretty good clothes for the day (as in something more than jeans and a T-shirt), I often like to keep them on as long as reasonable, because it just feels kind of like I got dressed up for nothing if I don't have them on for a while to have gotten my use out of them. I don't know, I think people just have different styles, and some people's skews comfy and some people's skews done up.

@jamjamb123 4 года назад

Yes people must take your shoes off before you come inside my house . also change into house clothes when i come inside so less clothes to get dirty

@SometimesLaix 4 года назад

It's funny because since the lockdown I don't mind going grocery shopping in my inside home clothes! Too lazy to care! Hahaha

@alexandracolors3971 4 года назад

@@thatjillgirl I can totally understand that 🙂 My concern especially in my situation is that if I'm traveling by public transport for example, or sitting in any other public place I don't want to touch with the same jeans I sat in public spaces my own chairs or bed or sofas. Same with shoes. If I wore them outside they would be dirty with visible and invisible things (dirt, dust, feces maybe, who knows) and I certainly don't want that on my carpets or furniture. So like if I had home jeans or home shoes sure I could wear them inside, but otherwise I'm just not feeling ok to bring inside too much of the stuff outside, like the bacteria or viruses that might be on park benches, seats in trains etc where homeless sit (and in my country there are no clean homeless, the homeless are almost only junkies, gypsies etc which are always dirty if homeless). So yes it is subjective indeed but also kind of depends on your conditions and situation 😣

@beepboop3404 4 года назад

YES!! I thought everyone did this! In my Filipino household, this is the norm. It’s kinda gross to wear shoes inside, even before COVID-19, cuz ur bringing all the dirt and germs inside 🤮

@copperlocs6569 4 года назад

My dad was just talking to me about how he cut his electric bill by about 20% just because he put his desktop computer on a power strip and makes sure to flip the strip off when not in use. He said the computer sitting idol “off” uses about the same as most lights staying on all month would.

@piper.sommer 4 года назад

One way I save money while being sustainable is not ordering foods and drinks every day. I'm in college and so many of my friends eat every meal via GrubHub, DoorDash, UberEats, etc. and I just never do!

@Veve1014 4 года назад

piper sommer I’m proud of you for doing that, it’s really hard to not order food from those websites because it’s so convenient. I have slowly started cutting down on my waste and this channel played a big deal on understanding how I can reduce my waste.

@piper.sommer 4 года назад

@@Veve1014 thank you! You cutting down on your waste is so awesome and I wish you the best on your journey!

@jelkel1928 4 года назад

How the heck do they afford that lol

@florabeltaine4620 4 года назад

This is crazy! For the price of one takeout meal here, I can basically have food for 2 days maybe 3 and it's way healthier

@megangwilliam5343 3 года назад

I have a meal plan so I just take advantage of that (plus if I bring my kids own utensils and cups I don’t put any plastic in the trash personally, because dining halls use glass plates

@sharalli3112 4 года назад

Make your own convenience foods! I love heating up a frozen enchilada meal or frozen burrito during the lazy days. When you’re feeling motivated, make a big batch of something and just freeze the leftovers into portions. BOOM, you have a TV dinner ready anytime.

@TheKarebear666 4 года назад

Some other ways to be sustainable and save money: •Trip planning. We try to do all of our errands when we're already out driving. For example, we go grocery shopping after having dinner with my parents •Buying a used car instead of a brand new one •Only one car/household •Carpool with friends/family •Doing regular maintenance on your cars. Improved gas efficiency and extends life of car •Keeping tires inflated. Improves gas efficiency and prevents additional wear on your fires •Having a stand up freezer/deep freezer: we buy meat on clearance, freeze leftovers, go longer between grocery shops. It helps prevent food waste •Put whiteboard on freezers/fridges to keep lists of what's in them and what you're running low on(useful for food planning) •keep food scrapes and use to make meat/veggie stocks or juice •Buy cooking appliances second hand. I bought my slow cooker and instant pot second hand. •Use appliances to cook instead of stove/oven as they use less electricity •Unplug appliances or use powerbars to turn off power to electronics when not not in use to save power •Organize your space so you don't double buy things

@user-rm4yd2cl2k 4 года назад

TheKarebear666, WOW! Your list is awesome!!!!

@mollyb8136 4 года назад

Ooh I had no idea about appliances using less electricity than an oven!

@L1ttlef0ot 4 года назад

Also, did you know that stand up freezers are the most energy efficient freezer? The least amount of cold air comes out when the freezer is opened because cold air falls and heat rises

@franciserodriguez4940 4 года назад

mollyb wait what that didn’t make sense, would you be able to explain it again

@mollyb8136 4 года назад

@@franciserodriguez4940 no worries ☺️ in the tips from the OP. The 3rd from the bottom is about small appliances (I'm guessing maybe microwaves, electric grills etc 🤷) using less electricity than an oven. 🤞fingers crossed I've got the right interpretation 🙈

@selinaa24 4 года назад

i love thrift shopping, i also think it's more fun to look through all the clothes and find some really cute pieces that nobody else has

@sabrinatatalias4277 4 года назад

Totally agree. I recently took up sewing, so Im getting into upcycling. Here and there I buy like the basics new like under garments, swim suits, shoes, and jeans (i have a strange body type to find pants thrifting), but other than that thrifting has been my best friend and i find really unique pieces no one else has

@selinaa24 4 года назад

@@sabrinatatalias4277 me too! Altering my clothes so they fit me better has definitely changed my look for the better

@Veve1014 4 года назад

I know this sounds silly, but for some odd reason I can’t get behind of thrift shopping. The fact that someone else wore it kinda freaks me out mostly because I have sensitive skin and everything and I know you can wash it. Any tips how you guys started doing it?

@selinaa24 4 года назад

@@Veve1014 tbh I just try not to think about it - if you buy clothes in a regular store, another person could have already tried it on; if you go to a restaurant, another person has already used that plate, etc. - if I think about it too hard, it freaks me out too, so I just don't

@stephaniecasper7578 4 года назад

Raveena R This might not be the most sustainable thing to do, but maybe run everything you get through a couple of rounds of your normal washing/care routine to really get any products the last user might have used in it out of the fabric. By the time you’ve finished, they should be the same as your clothes, right? They’ll sell like you and have the same feel as your clothes.

@MsPinkPudel 4 года назад

I reuse my ground coffee for different things such as to give my plants a boost, as a deodorizing agent in the fridge or as a body scrub. Works wonders for all!

@consciouskaley1944 4 года назад

I use my coffee grounds as a scrub in the shower too!! Love that.

@emmaaltpeter4260 4 года назад

I quit dying my hair and wearing pretty much any makeup, it saves me so much money and now just the thought of putting all those chemicals not only down the drain but in my hair... just nope.

@Veve1014 4 года назад

Emma Altpeter definitely does save time in the morning. I started doing that, but I do have my insecure days where I feel like I need a bit more makeup

@ashleywarner7995 4 года назад

@@Veve1014 there is good Sustainable and natural make up brands!

@momentsformoms9467 4 года назад

I rarely even use a blow dryer,I just let it air dry. I don’t wear make up much either,I’m self conscious but I’m also too tired to wash my face before passing out so I have to just deal with it,thankfully I’m kinda pretty.

@leporid257 4 года назад

Has your skin improved from this? I never wore much makeup because my skin prefers to touch air and nothing else (I get rashes when my hair hangs into my face after a shower. -.-) but I saw a comment that someone stopped wearing makeup because of homeoffice and their skin improved tremendously.

@shannync7153 4 года назад

I still dont understand this... I spend WAY less money being less wasteful, I buy less shit, I thrift way more, I make my own stuff... I paid off 2 honours degrees in 2 years.... 🙃🙃🙃 see where im going with this?

@consciouskaley1944 4 года назад

omg this comment is actually so inspiring. I am on a journey to pay off my debt right now and I am hoping my sustainable efforts will help me to pay it off much quicker. Great job girl!

@celestechick5406 4 года назад

Yay! My sustainability fix for the day lol!! I'm half American and half French so I grew up with both cultures but did spend most of my life in France. I moved back to nyc two years ago and am actually super culture-shocked at the amount of hyper-consumerism and waste there is everywhere...

@cherylmoller6248 4 года назад

2020 is my “no buying new things” year and knowing that and telling folks about it for accountability has already saved me a lot of money!

@darby6539 4 года назад

I love shopping for new clothes so i sell my old items to a local second hand store and get store credit and then only shop with my store credit. this helps control how much product i’m buying and the amount of money i’m spending & it’s all second hand!

@j.bloxham1243 4 года назад

I have 2+ vacuum-sealed bags in my garage just waiting for thrift stores to open so I can sell them. I waited too long and then everything closed and I was like -_-

@littlehooch94 4 года назад

Cutting up old t shirts and towels is a great way to make reusable cleaning towels, napkins, and even toilet paper! lol

@minimalistact7246 4 года назад

I made my mop out of old t-shirts😁

@consciouskaley1944 4 года назад

Toliet paper hack!! haha

@littlehooch94 4 года назад

Karina CT that’s so cool!! I’ll have to find a tutorial on that.

@suer595 4 года назад

I bought one small pack of toilet paper almost a year ago just for when I have guest, other than that I cut up old clothes that are too worn out to sell or even donate and use that as toilet paper 😂😌😌

@leporid257 4 года назад

@@suer595 Do you wash them after? Do you wash yourself (bidet or not)?

@SportyChlckl 4 года назад

I used to buy bubble tea 3-4 times a week during school. I decided to teach myself how to make it, and now I don't buy any more bubble tea at the shops! I even customize my own flavors! I've been obsessed with honey lavender tea and I HOPE this also becomes a trend in the shops!

@user-yq1yp1ur7b 4 года назад

That basket display on your wall is ever so nice. Love it. Also very natural looking. These were great tips. Love from Switzerland.

@kalinakoynova3233 4 года назад

I live in Bulgaria, a country in eastern Europe and my family and I do most of the things, that are mentioned in the video. The best thing is that the capital, where I live is small and I can go everywhere with public transport. Great video, btw😄🌱

@lisabianconi1315 4 года назад

Kalina Koynova yeah, this is really for US folks. We spend a ton and can't stand to be inconvenienced by basically anything.

@juliaa.9870 4 года назад

Lisa Bianconi this is sad and funny at the same time 😂😢😂

@veronicabean49 4 года назад

I loved Sofia when I visited there a couple years ago!

@MartinGrozdanov 3 года назад

@KeryKatto 4 года назад

honestly being sustainable is so much cheaper! of course we have a couple things that we can't control (like medical issues) but I definitely save money buying less, purchasing for necessity rather than wants and over all being more conscious! I just got out of a really bad relationship with someone who didn't give a shit about being sustainable and our electricity bill was 80$!!! But I've been living alone now and the bill is only 18$ sometimes the best way to be sustainable is to get rid of those trashy people in your life

@user-xc6ee5ot8y 4 года назад

Cool! Where do you live? It's so cheap

@Angie-cm4si 4 года назад

The organisation of the fridge tip was helpful..I buy most things second hand my son brought me a nice reconditioned phone for my birthday ...it’s always nice to hear what is happening where you live thanks Shelby ❤️

@j.bloxham1243 4 года назад

It kinda made me happy to see that I already organized my fridge this way, but I agree the tip was really helpful. I hadn't really super thought about it. I only thought about making sure there was enough space for the air to move freely and not blocked.

@mzabs1871 4 года назад

I have used regular plates for years because I'm too cheap to buy disposable plates, etc. BUT I did buy a package of paper plates, box of utensil and plastic cups for emergency i.e. water issues or worse, someone in my house gets sick, I won't have to worry about touching their dishes etc. I dont intend to use them until either of those things happen but I do feel better having them.

@jerichowhitlock 3 года назад

M Zabnicki I did the same, we have an earthquake risk here so I do have disposables stashed away in my 72 hr kit that I will only use in an emergency like that where I don’t have access to clean water or can’t keep perishable food for long because of the elements. Health and safety have to come first!

@StevieWrites 4 года назад

With the virus going around I will wash my clothes after going out even if I only wore them once, other than that I will wear things multiple times before washing.... Unless my baby spits up on me lol!

@storytime1469 4 года назад

Since I have been mainly working from home since March 16th, I wash way less because I don't bike and am constantly wearing sweatpants and shirts that I do not need to wash as often. But I also make an exception for when I go out every once in two weeks or so

@juliaa.9870 4 года назад

You could hang them for a few days and that‘s it. No need for washing.

@Mikabell 4 года назад

Oh I forgot! This goes under DIYIng! When I have an old shirt that does not fit any more or I doesn't look like something I would wear but I love the design, I turn it into a reusable bag! I sew the bottom shut and cut off the sleeves to use the arm holes as handles! If it is long sleeved (which I never wear) you can sew or tie the long sleeves together and you will have an over the shoulder handle. And when you sew it don't forget to turn it inside out first for a cleaner looking seam. Then bam! Reusable bag!

@MsBkboom 4 года назад

I’ve been really trying to have less waste. I’m also doing really well not buying anything until I use up what I have! We have a bidet and honestly it’s amazing!! My bf says he’s a changed man lmao! I got my parents hooked! Inoticed with using a bidet for my period it really helps keep down there clean! You inspire me all the time Shelby HUGE 🙏 THANK YOU (I also been buying clothes off thredUP thanks to you)

@kalpic11 4 года назад

MsBkboom I have a genuine question. How do you dry off from the water of the bidet? I bought a handheld and to dry off and wipe I use the same amount of toilet paper I used to- I'm just cleaner. But the point was to use less tp lol. My question is what do you do?

@milami3744 4 года назад

Serena Gesa you could use a small towel instead of the toilet paper.. since you are clean you can reuse the towel a few times and than wash it at some point :)

@supernova622 4 года назад

@@kalpic11 I have mini wash cloths (about the size of a square of tp) in a basket on the back of the toilet for this purpose

@nancyplants757 4 года назад

Awww. I just noticed the white tip on your kitty's tail 😻

@professorthread 4 года назад

Be careful dumpster diving! Many businesses have caught on to people dumpster diving and have gone lengths to make it more dangerous than in years past.

@MissCarreautee 4 года назад

Some single use items that we already have at home can also be reused! I reuse ziploc bags, washing them between uses until there are holes poking through (i'm on the same pack since many years, when I'm done I'll invest in 1 or 2 stashers, and/or just use regular containers when possible)

@barelybarb 4 года назад

My mom thinks I’m a vampire when I visit bc I hangout in the dark and don’t have to use every light in the house to go down the hall 😂 even growing up, she tried convincing me reading in the dark was bad for my eyes when it’s probably the genetics behind the reason of poor eyesight 🤷‍♀️

@haleyjohnson4595 4 года назад

Super random, but making sure you set the eye to your gas stove or using the appropriate sized electric eye for the pot you’re using to cook so you aren’t using unnecessary amounts of electricity or gas. Saves a little money in the bill and also better for environment.

@money1137 4 года назад

PLEASE show us your plant care routine 😫 it’s all we ask for lol

@vallovesnature8449 4 года назад

Hi Shelbi! I absolutely love your channel. It’s refreshing to hear someone talking about things that I believe in & do. I’m doing a no-spend challenge this year. It’s actually been very easy. My crazy thing to do is I’ve kept plastic bottles(they’re 3 years old) filled with water & put them in the freezer. I heard somewhere that we’re supposed to keep the freezer full so the unit isn’t overworked. I enjoy challenging myself. It’s been an interesting journey since the first Earth Day(I was in 6th grade!) Blessings always to you & Madison!!!!

@leahhayden2297 4 года назад

You are such a beautiful light in human form....big love from Ireland

@ninafernandez8643 4 года назад

For plants, definitely recommend looking into local plant swaps, all the cuttings that you take that are the same plant could instead be traded for someone else’s cuttings and that way you don’t have to buy any new plants but you still are able to get a variety

@notme7090 4 года назад

I do a good deal of these, though there is always room for improvement. I like the suggestions below about reusing coffee grounds. You mentioned dryer sheets and air drying. We went a step further several years ago and didn't replace our dryer when it died. I've been air drying clothes for at least a decade. I do need to replace the stove/oven but I'm waiting for it to completely die. The stove top works, not the oven or broiler.

@silviaserafini4708 4 года назад

I live in Italy where you can find a bidet in every home... we don't use it instead of toilet paper but just to wash a certain part of our body instead of taking a shower or a bath. And we also use to wash our armpits in the sink. I personally take a full shower once or twice a week (more often in the summertime) because you simply don't need to wash your entire body everyday

@helena-boateng 4 года назад

Sil Ser so what do you do on your period?

@silviaserafini4708 4 года назад

@@helena-boateng I wash myself as I would normally do, maybe just a little bit more often. I wash the "critical" parts of my body everyday, some days by taking a shower but more often by combining bidet + armpits in the sink. You can use the bidet to wash your feet also

@alexandracolors3971 4 года назад

I can't believe somebody said this! I do the same, no reason to jump in the shower after collecting a bit of sweat on your armpits. And during this pandemic I didn't even bother with more than one shower/week. I know some may think that's disgusting or wrong, but what am I dirty with lol? Unless I do some heavy work around the house, or it was an especially sunny humid day or I get dirty with whatever, what do I have to wash off my body, other then where I actually sweat and of course the down there area.

@naturalfairykim7736 4 года назад

What you say is so true! My less waste and sustainable life journey started by just being frugal 😅😅 first I started to buy less, then I started decluttering and now I try to go "zero" waste and eat less animal meat (food intolerance that I have will probably mean I can never go completely vegan). Your vlog really inspires me 😊😊

@caravanofpigeons8240 4 года назад

Oat milk is stupid cheap to make at home! I make a liter at a time, but for a gallon it would come out to about 95 cents!!

@notacanadian278 4 года назад

I wish I liked oat milk because I'm allergic to nuts. I just can't get past the texture.

@consciouskaley1944 4 года назад

@@notacanadian278 for sure you got to get the water to oat ratio right or else the texture is weird and slimy!! haha I know exactly what you are talking about.

@consciouskaley1944 4 года назад

I LOVE making my own oat milk!! so yummy & easy.

@odie8689 4 года назад

Do you have a recipe that you recommend that doesn't have slimy texture?

@elisa4620 4 года назад

Could you give your recipe?

@natalieatkinson8602 3 года назад

Some really great ideas in there. Yeah my husband and I (he's a sustainability coordinator) we made 3 types of composts- one in a bin inserted into the ground, one exterior that you change the levels and the lazy way-just dumping all food waste into a pile in an area of the garden. All had worms put in the composts and they did their magic. We then waited a bit, like a month, turned the soil, planted the seeds and voila! There are so many complicated ways of "preparing" the soil but this one is the easiest and the cheapest- fool proof!

@sarahgates889 4 года назад

I was actually surprised. I didn't think I was that sustainable, but I do more things on this list than I thought. I also found some very good ideas here and will be looking to incorporate them into my routine at home as well. I don't feel quite so bad about myself and my sustainability now...

@bloomingpurplerose82 4 года назад

You can make your own soda syrups to go with your sodastream carbonated water. It worked really well for me. Plus I customized it for my own tastes.

@veganamanda5345 4 года назад

Great quote by Madison. Made me laugh. Love her!

@jemmyxx3107 4 года назад

I am all about this! Love you Shelbi 🌱

@mangosaidno 4 года назад

Love these videos! You’re just so real and not trying to seem perfect in every way

@sarahsiciliano8332 4 года назад

So glad I found your videos. Love them and your energy!! ❤️

@bxbblegxm_bujo6700 4 года назад

Awesome video, I’m trying to get into sustainability but since we are in lockdown it’s been hard

@jenniferwilt8041 4 года назад

Bxbblegxm _ bujo I was so glad she addressed this in another video. We need to give ourselves some grace right now. We can’t even bring in reusable bags for our groceries. It doesn’t undo all the efforts we have put into living a sustainable life. I will agree it has been hard. Keep trying. Mother Earth thanks you.

@elenadebenito6874 4 года назад

Thanks Shelbie!!! It was really helpful! Can't wait to go second-hand shopping again!! X

@evelynkrull5268 4 года назад

Shelby I always love how supportive you are of everyone just making changes to being greener vs. Being zero waste.

@evaaevaa 4 года назад

It's funny because two months ago I started a podcast (in Spanish) inspired by you where I talk about sustainable living (it's called Ecominimal😊) and I start every episode with the same song that you've been using for your videos lately. It's a great song, thanks for inspiring me so much, I just hope that the people speaking spanish can be more "Eco" by hearing my podcast. I also wanted to ask you, which app do you use to do the lettering on the Ipad? Love from Spain, Evaa😊

@abigailmyers2587 4 года назад

im not 100% sure but i believe it's procreate. i use it and it's fantastic! it costs a few dollars but it's totally worth it. also im learning spanish and would love to listen to your podcast, where is it hosted and what's it called?

@evaaevaa 4 года назад

@@abigailmyers2587 hey Abigail! Thank you! My podcast is called "Ecominimal" and is hosted on Spotify and Anchor😊

@ailz95 4 года назад

We had a 70th birthday party here last year and I bought 4 sets of stainless steel cutlery (very cheap ones) and melamine plates - I've still got them and as our adult children - and their little children need some - I pass them on.

@aromaofhope 4 года назад

I have found that there are ways to make simple plant-based dishes more convenient. One thing I love is using a steamer basket for vegetables like kale or broccoli. Sometimes I stick a couple of carrots or potatoes (cut large-ish) into the steamer under the greens so they will be precooked for things like making a cashew cheese sauce. I also find microwaving a potato to be as convenient as getting take-out, and can be about as satisfying. I do like to put some kind of butter on my veggies which generates a little waste, but I keep the plastic tubs for leftovers. Good video, Shelbi!

@Mars-mg3zi 4 года назад

Yes! Any time I order food for delivery, I always regret it- it takes way longer than making something at home, the food is usually cold and not as good as if you ate in the restaurant, and it costs so much!

@tirilhelleren8383 4 года назад

Bringing my own lunch to school/work has saved me a lot of money and it has saved a lot of waste from going to landfill!

@henriettelinkshanderin1449 4 года назад

If you need an appliance always ask your friends/family/neighbours if they have one and if they would lend it to you. You could share gardening tools like the lawn mower with your neighbours, too!

@nuclearjupiter2388 3 года назад

After binging this channel and your blog channel recently I just want to say how much I LOVE this space you guys have curated...such an upgrade from your last place! so happy for you guys and I love learning and growing more through your content. thank you

@elizabethhendrix505 4 года назад

I've got to shout you out, Shelbi. You're my absolute favorite content on the web right now, and I'm so thankful to have come across your channel. I'm glad I'm maturing from someone who watched trashy (pun intended), unsustainable makeup vloggers to watching a community who is mindful, practical, and caring. I love the composition of your videos, too. Most of all, I love that I don't have to worry about how you might change once your channel hits "the big time" (not that it isn't doing great already, but you're headed to larger arenas, I think). I know you'll always keep it real. I know you won't abandon your values. Now when I watch RU-vid, I feel like I am changing my reality for the better rather than just escaping it. Thank you. :) You're awesome. Also, I wanted to know, have y'all considered adopting a pup or a doggo? :) I'm thinking about it myself (already a proud cat momma of two), but if you considered it, it would be awesome to watch how you care for your pupper in a sustainable, responsible way. :)

@franchescam4523 4 года назад

So many good ideas, love your videos❤️❤️

@taramacks 4 года назад

I stumbled upon your channel randomly last week & I’m probably close to setting a RU-vid record with all the videos of yours that I’ve watched since then😆 I appreciate what you’re doing so, so much. I’ve learned quite a bit on things I can do differently going forward, but I am living a more sustainably that I realize (I own A LOT of second hand furniture/appliances). Thank you for doing what you do & teaching us along the way 💚 you are such an inspiration!

@hannahclara7929 4 года назад

Hey Shelby, I would love a demonstration of your Google sheets for tracking purchases/use/wear etc. It's inspired me to start!

@CamilaGutierrezful 4 года назад

In love with your basket wall

@randyo6019 4 года назад

Great list! I also don’t use plastic straws anymore and I only use bamboo biodegradable toothbrushes.

@firefactorx 4 года назад

Thank you for talking about Thinx so much because that's actually how I found your channel; I just typed into RU-vid "reusable period product review" and you were one of the first people's videos to come up and I was hooked! I bought some pairs of Thinx with your code (thank you!) and I LOVE them so much; they're so comfortable and better than pads. Thank you for the educational videos!

@dreamleaf6784 4 года назад

Nice job on this video. I do a lot of these things. Always looking for new ideas

@Juliannadb 4 года назад

Exactly the video I need 🙌🏻

@BlindIntoTheSun 4 года назад

I use an app called ‘too good to go’ you can buy food items that would be thrown away because the sell by date is that day. The items are packaged, but it saves money and food. I also bought a notebook made of stone, it’s called Moyu, and is made locally here in the Netherlands, the pages are waterproof and you can wipe them clean over and over again. I use my phone and tablet a lot as well, but sometimes I prefer to quickly scribble things down. You can scan the pages if you want to save the info.

@reaganutz7887 4 года назад

After I went to college I realized how expensive laundry detergent was so I started making my own! It has saved me money and my clothes feel better and don’t irritate my skin. All the packaging materials are compostable which is so much better for the environment than the typical plastic jugs!

@your-average-clo 4 года назад

I'm so intrigued! How do you make it? :)

@mimika961 4 года назад

I would also like to know how you make it

@janetstonerook4552 3 года назад

Yes! I have been making my own laundry powders for the past several months and it costs about 1/5 of what ready made does. It cleans better and I don't need fabric softener and it doesn't gunk up the insides of my washer and dryer. And no wasteful plastic containers to toss into the garbage! There are several types you can make but I go with washing soda, Borax and Zote bar soap grated. Check it out on line. I use a few drops of essential oil on an old sock and toss it in the dryer if I want a little extra fragrance.

@j.3015 4 года назад

Great tips. 🥰

@luciemunson 2 года назад

You help so much cause I've felt powerless so much of my life and so guilty about living more sustainably and your channel helps me focus on what I CAN do and that's really refreshing

@jacquelynpalmquist395 4 года назад

This is amazing! You are brilliant. I've been wanting to move toward zero waste and this video is so inspiring. I'm excited to start my journey!!! Thank you for your guidance. I will continually be checking back in.

@amythestosuna7706 3 года назад

That shirt looks great on you. Love your channel and thank you so very much for all you do ♻️💚🌎🌱

@ericakoeplin4318 4 года назад

Loved this video, thank you for all the great ideas! I'd like to add only buying books secondhand or borrowing from friends and of course the library. Coming from a book lover haha

@daand.1042 4 года назад

I think a very overlooked part of living cheap and sustainable is making gifts. When you go to a party and are expected to bring a gift, oftentimes you can make one from stuff you have at home instead of buying something. If you're very creative: art, jewelry, homemade notebooks, handmade clothes or accessories, bags, etc If you (and they) have a green thumb: propagate some plants, maybe give leftover seeds from your garden or harvested seeds (lots of flowers and veggies give seed if you let them) Or if you're good in the kitchen: cookies, pies or cakes, a special bread, even alcohol (idk if that's allowed where you live tho), or herb mixes, pancake mixes, write a recipe book I hope some of you got a nice idea from this inexhaustive list :D I personally have sown bags, made cake, a pyjama, upcyled t-shirts and made a lot of art for friends :)

@LuciferCrowOfficial 8 месяцев назад

Been looking into more ways to be more eco-friendly and I stumbled on this video to know I'm doing quite good! Thanks for the extra tips!

@ezraglenn8439 4 года назад

love that B roll Shelby!

@entomember 4 года назад

Have you considered a scooter or moped? I had one for years and it is so much more efficient than a car for single person journeys. Insurance, road tax, fuel and parking for less than £1000 per year!

@michaelaberry1276 4 года назад

I was lucky in the fact that I was raised quite eco friendly mostly because we never had much money so things like bringing a drink when we went out and second hand clothes (either hand me downs or from a charity shop). I think that period products was the first thing I noticed a money saving, I was going through boxes from my parents house move and I came across loads of tampons (I'd get them on for £2 for 16) so I donated all the closed boxes, gave most of the open ones to friends, and kept a few as I like to have a tampon in every bag just in case (they tend to be used by friends but it's nice to be able when someone's caught short)

@saaniyahsajed1932 4 года назад

Makes me so happy that some 200k people are subscribed and are hopefully following your advice... we'll change the world together ❤️

@janellebatta4126 4 года назад

I've gotten into making my own tofu. So fun!

@annalou1567 4 года назад

I grow my own fruits and vegetables in a community garden and it is amazing. I do not only save money for my produce but I also cherish and appreciate my food more! It is so satisfying to know how to grow something delicious out of a single seed. Although it is a lot of work, it is totally worth it. Money wise, sustainability wise and taste wise!!!!

@teresaluker1728 4 года назад

thanks for this video! i had no idea some of these things existed so i'm excited to replace some of my home items with reusable ones

@karensomma5705 4 года назад

For making your own milk, get the almond cow!!! It's the best machine ever to make your plant based milk and milk substatute product!!!

@solimyglass5267 4 года назад

I have actually found bottles of syrup for my sodastream that come in glass bottles with metal lids 🤗 they’re called Pratt Standard

@StrollingThroughLife 4 года назад

This is a great video, Shelbi! It's definitely crazy how many more people are outside right now in comparison to before the Coronavirus.

@ecolocal733 3 года назад

This list is awesome! It just goes to show you how you can save money in the long run with zero waste living.

@2000ifyemily 4 года назад

You change my life huuuuge thank you ❤❤❤❤

@frazbox00 4 года назад

I shop for fruit and veg at the market instead of the grocery store. The big grocery stores select only the "perfect" looking produce, meaning that the rest gets put in the bin!! The market is also straight from farmers so it's supporting them more directly and it's WAY cheaper. I recently had to start shopping at the grocery store again (due to miss rona) and I'm shocked by how expensive everything is. I live alone so my shopping at the market usually costs about $10 a week (AUS) and now it's around $30+! Seriously, it's a big difference!

@sydneywilliams4796 4 года назад

My parent work for General Electric and maybe 10 years ago they were developing a solar powdered water heater. We were on the homes that got to beta test it and we still have everything installed as we still use it. We literally only pay about $5 a month for our gas bill. So much savings and so much better for the environment. After about 7 years, the solar panels pay for themselves.

@miranda4475 4 года назад

Here 👏 for 👏 this 👏 content 👏

@hausofstructure8705 4 года назад

Also I know a lot of people are grossed out by dumpster diving but I’m specifically in the college of architecture and environmental design and all of my projects we’ve had to build either in the shop or just mock up models have been from dumpster materials and scraps and the professors highly encourage it so it’s totally normal to see your classmates scouring through the dumpsters😂

@shan3036 4 года назад

I live in Melbourne, Aus and if you touch off your pass for the train in the city before 7.15am you get your travel for free. I end up saving about $150 AUD a month just by getting up earlier and doing this. And bonus, I get to watch the sunrise every day which I think is a beautiful way to start the day

@HJB30 4 года назад

I literally never considered a soda stream in my life. I've never heard of it! new thing to put on my wishlist

@jacquelineolivia8664 4 года назад

I also would recommend farm shares because it supports local farmers and you only get what is in season.

@barbieminimalist3109 4 года назад

Great information! By the way, this is the correct spelling of REUSABLE.

@ashs3836 3 года назад

Yay

@novemberninth4392 2 года назад

Recently more and more supermarkets and convenience stores in my country have been charging for plastic bags. It may only be a few cents, but it adds up. Okay so every year, my high school holds an education expo where many universities and educationational institutions come to promote their institutions and they usually give away tote bags. I make sure to grab the tote bags that every booth offers and keep several in my bags so whenever I go, with whatever bag I'm using, I always have those tote bags if I need to shop so I don't have to use plastic bags.

@consciouskaley1944 4 года назад

Speaking of shopping... I just placed my first order on Earth Hero AND I used your code. Thank you so much girl!! It really helped me out to save some $$ (Also got free shipping! woo). Can't wait to try my first shampoo bar.

@vickyhendriks5226 4 года назад

Sustainable tip to repairing an air bed is use the rubber from a flat bike Tyre to patch the hole.

@olimpiart 4 года назад

Heyy! This year i quit buying fast fashion and things i dont really need. I only bougt a pair of socks and nothing else for five months!!!!😍😍love youu❤️❤️❤️

@megangwilliam5343 3 года назад

I don’t know if it’s mentioned because I haven’t finished the video (I will I swear!) but if you want a more sustainable way of cutting your grass but aren’t ready or live in a place where push mowers (that are completely manual) aren’t realistic, there are electric mowers! My family bought one because I was always terrified of the gas one, and it was lighter, faster, and not a gas guzzling machine. Just make sure you have a spare battery charged. Just a thought!

@allysahertzog3831 4 года назад

I'm not sure if this is a money saving tip but I have noticed that I value things more than I used to! If it is something like a shampoo bar, I try my best to extend its usage by using less each time I'm in the shower. I don't think I had that mindset when I was using packaged shampoo. Also, I used to wash my hair everyday but I now only wash it 2-3 times a week! ♡

@jolinepigeon1973 4 года назад

We pay cash for vehicles to save money on interest. We also live in a 5th wheel to save on rent and to keep from purchasing unneeded items. We live simple and mostly plant base.