Our top tips and guides for reuse, according to our readers
We’re going back to the basics with our most popular reuse articles from these past few years. If the blogs are new to you, great! And if they’re a rerun, the tips are still worth reviewing a second time around.
Our top blogs are (drum roll, please):
- New to buying used? 5 Benefits of buying secondhand
- Frequently asked questions for safe, smart and savvy thrift shopping
- Where to donate or sell winter gear
- Replacing disposables with reusables
Get a quick recap and links to these articles below.
New to buying used? 5 Benefits of buying secondhand
It’s often tempting to buy something new, but at what cost? Not only does buying new typically cost you more money, but the environment is also paying a high price to produce those new items. If you’re new to buying used and are unsure if it’s right for you, we break down the benefits of buying secondhand with this article. Learn how to save money, help the environment and preserve natural resources, avoid packaging, support local businesses, and find unique items.
New to buying used? 5 Benefits of buying secondhand
Frequently asked questions for safe, smart and savvy thrift shopping
Despite the savings to your wallet and the world, some shoppers still hesitate to embrace thrifting. If you’re new to thrift shopping or have questions about the safety of buying secondhand goods, this article is a great place to start. We break down some frequently asked questions on thrifting and what you need to know to have a safe, smart, and savvy thrift shopping experience. Find answers to these common questions:
- Will I find current fashions at thrift shops?
- Do thrift stores sell more than clothes?
- How do I find what I’m looking for at thrift stores?
- What are the benefits of thrift shopping?
- Should I wash thrift store clothes?
- How do I properly wash thrift store finds?
- Why do thrift stores smell?
- Can I return things I buy from thrift stores?
Frequently asked questions for safe, smart and savvy thrift shopping
Where to donate or sell winter gear
The best time to donate winter jackets and gear is in the fall as clothing drives are underway to help those in need keep warm during the winter. It is also easiest for thrift stores to sell and not store the items if you donate them in the fall. So get your stuff together and donate!
Where to donate or sell winter gear
Replacing disposables with reusables
One important step to starting a low-waste lifestyle is reducing the number of disposable items you use. By cutting back or eliminating single-use items, you can save the energy and materials that went into them AND prevent waste. Not sure where to start? This article features 10 disposable items to stop using right now!
Replacing disposables with reusables