by Humankind deodorant $15 I think I've finally found the perfect natural deodorant with sustainable packaging that comes in a stick form. I've used a lot of different natural deodorants in the past and this one checks all the boxes for me: nice smell, works and sustainable packaging. HiBar solid volumize shampoo $14 I stumbled on this solid shampoo at my local coop and was intrigued by the packaging, so I gave it a try. I've tried a few solid shampoos in the past and they all kind of s[...]
If you've been following my youtube channel for awhile now you know how much I love thrifting. Buying secondhand is budget-friendly and better for the environment than always buying new. I'd say half of my wardrobe is secondhand and many of the pieces in my home from kitchen ware to furniture has been thrifted. So, many of you asked me on instagram what my favorite local Minnesota thrift stores are, so here's my list: Arc Value Village Arc Value Village is easily my favorite thri[...]
This post is sponsored by LG. Product was provided at no charge. I'd say 90% off the time my house is messy, but a good messy in my opinion. After all we live here and have a 16 month old. This phase of my life in-and-of-itself is messy. Toys scattered around, laundry piles that need to be folded, last nights dinner on the floor and dishes - lots and lots of dishes. My type A, recovering perfectionist self has struggled with this new normal. When I get home from work, I have a hard[...]
I thought it would be fun as a family to make a summer bucket list this year. I made this cute summertime bucket list PDF as a free download when you join my newsletter (use the form below). When you join, you'll get access to all my freebies! #mc_embed_signup{background:#fff; clear:left; font:14px Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif; } /* Add your own Mailchimp form style overrides in your site stylesheet or in this style block. We recommend moving this block and the preceding CSS link to[...]
One of the best places to start your minimalist or simple living journey is to declutter your wardrobe. Depending on the size of your wardrobe it can be completed in a few hours or a weekend. Quick wins like that when decluttering keep the momentum going and help you strengthen your decluttering muscle. Here are my tips to make decluttering your wardrobe simple and stress-free. Step 1: Take everything out and pile it together This is one of the most useful tips I read in the "Life Changing Mag[...]
Minnesota winters are long and cold. If you're a Midwesterner you know very well the toll winters can take on your mind, body and soul. While I try to keep active and enjoy the outdoors and everything it has to offer during the cold, snowy months, so days are just too darn cold to go outside. Here's my winter wellness "routine" to keep my mind, body, and soul happy and healthy. These are (mostly) daily practices that help me get through the winter months. 1. Drink a lot of water. I kno[...]