THE TARE MARKET BLOG
Ten Tips for Sustainable Spring Cleaning and Decluttering
It’s almost that time of year, the approaching season of renewal--spring! And with it comes spring cleaning, a time when we find ourselves either eagerly embracing the idea of a fresh start or, let's be honest, slightly dreading the deep cleaning that awaits us after winter.
Regardless of where you stand on the love-hate spectrum, we've got you covered with ten tips to make your cleaning and decluttering process a breeze while keeping sustainability front and center.
Kick The Year Off Right With a Trash Audit
Happy 2024! A new year, a new year’s resolution…hopefully a new habit, or perhaps even the beginnings of a new way of living – living more sustainably. What exactly is a sustainable living? According to the UN Environment Programme, sustainable living means “understanding how our lifestyle choices impact the world around us and finding ways for everyone to live better and lighter.”1
5 Ways to Create a Zero-Waste Halloween
Halloween is right around the corner, and it's one of the most beloved holidays in the United States. In 2022, we saw record-high spending of $10.6 billion, with this year projected to top $12.2 billion.1,9 That’s a lot of candy, costumes, pumpkins and decorations! It is estimated that over 70% of the American population will participate in the holiday.2 It's safe to say that Halloween is a big hairy deal.
Vendor Spotlight: Roseline's Candles
Did you know that most candles contribute waste to the landfill? There’s the wax, the wick, and the container it comes in. At Tare Market, we love our candle maker Roseline Friedrich of Roseline’s Candles. Her candles are sustainably made from start to finish and created with the highest quality ingredients, including 100% soy wax and safe scents for a clean and beautiful burn. The containers are made of 100% recycled glass and can be returned to us for 10% off your next candle.
5 Easy Steps to Kickstart Your Plastic Free 2023
At Tare Market, we are passionate about supporting you wherever you are in your zero-waste journey. If you are new to the movement, welcome! It’s never too late to start. Here are 5 easy steps to kickstart your #PlasticFree2023 so you can live with less this year and beyond.