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5 Free(ish) Ways to Reduce Your Waste We know from our own experience that changing habits to be more eco-conscious can be a bit of a challenge. So, you want to reduce your waste? Fantastic! But where do you start? Just how eco-friendly are the alternatives on offer? And with more and more eco-friendly products coming on the market, how do you make the right choices for you?  I don’t know if it’s just because I’m surrounded by like-minded people, but it does feel like there has been a noticeable shift towards people wanting to live more sustainably, which is fantastic. This shift is...

How to line a bin without plastic bags With supermarkets now banned from giving customers free single-use plastic bags and the awareness around the issue of plastic pollution growing, it seems that plastic bags are on the decline. Which is great news, except it begs the question… with many households being used to reusing their plastic bags for bin liners, what is the best alternative eco-friendly way to line my bin? The answer is certainly not a plastic bin liner! So, how do you line a rubbish bin without a plastic bag? The perfect solution would be not to buy anything that creates...

wax wraps - reusable, natural and more versatile than you might realise... Our beeswax and plant-based wax wraps provide a natural, reusable alternative to cling film. More and more people are getting on board with the benefits of wax wraps, but they’re actually more versatile than you might realise. Here are just some of the ways you can put them to use: Cover bowls and dishes  Whether it’s a leftover casserole, pre-prepared party food or a lonely Tupperware that’s lost its lid - our wax food wraps come in a choice of sizes and provide plenty of ‘cling’ to...

Our favourite tips for creating a greener Christmas At Little B, we LOVE Christmas time! After a busy 2019, we can't wait to enjoy some downtime and catch up with family. And this year will be extra special for us as our toddler (the original 'Little B'!) is starting to understand and feel excited too. For those trying to keep waste to a minimum we know it can be a challenge though. After all, Christmas is a time of year that's synonymous with excess and over-indulgence. So, here are some of our favourite ways of creating a greener Christmas: Decorations If you’re frugal (like me!),...