Sustainable Living

Are your golf clubs constantly getting dirty? Here's our best tips and tricks for cleaning your clubs at home using soap and water.

Our eco-friendly Valentine's Day tips, including buying sustainably-made food and vintage or lab-grown diamonds, keeps you (and the earth) happy.

Clutter and hoarding are very different, where one is a serious mental health condition. Here is how to tell the difference between the two.

Real flowers are always appreciated, but crochet flowers last forever. Keep reading to learn how to make roses, tulips, and more.

To increase a stitch in knitting, you can try the knit front back (kfb), which is one popular method. Keep reading to learn more about increases.

Want to try a super easy beginner crochet project? Check out patterns for simple items like stars, friendship bracelets, daises, and more.

Stanley brand stainless steel cups and tumblers do technically contain lead, but the brand — and health experts — explain that only rare instances should cause concern.

Complex patterns are fun, but sometimes an easy crochet project is just what you need. Keep reading to learn how to make flowers, bandanas, and more.

Obsessed with candles but feeling the waste guilt? These refillable candles will help you make use of your dusty candle jar collection and achieve a low-waste lifestyle.

There’s more than one way to weave in your ends while knitting. Many people choose to weave the yarn through their project using a stitch.

It’s common for crocheters to have a ton of leftover yarn lying around. Here are some easy stash buster crochet projects to put it to use.

To crochet a heart, start with a magic ring and continue working in rounds. Here's a step-by-step tutorial for beginners.

Those following Kylie Jenner on Instagram may be itching to dye their hair bubblegum pink. Here are seven of the best vegan and cruelty-free at-home pink hair dyes on the market.

Slip into something sustainable! From platform lug soles to slingback hybrids, these vegan loafers will add sustainability and comfort to any wardrobe.

A woman was surprised when she got kicked out of a New York bar over her vintage fur coat. Is it okay to wear vintage fur? It's a continuing debate.

Amidst news that Arizona may soon legalize human composting, Recompose founder and CEO Katrina Spade discusses the importance of green death care with Green Matters.

If you're feeling cheeky or getting ready for a night on the town, check out these ten sustainable lingerie pieces to look good and help the earth.

Looking for an affordable Stanley cup dupe? Or perhaps you're on the hunt for a similar tumbler that won't leak. Check out these dupes for superior hydration.

The internet can’t stop talking about an uncharted land in China with dinosaurs. Learn more about this conspiracy theory and its tangential facts.

Charcoal ash isn’t terrible for plants, but wood ash is usually a better alternative. Keep reading to learn about using ash in the garden.

Steaming, spraying, and wet blocking are the three most common methods. To learn how to give these crochet techniques a try, keep reading.

In the U.S., seven states have legalized human composting as of 2024. Here's a running list with info on each state's burial policies.

Usually, beer isn’t good for plants, but there might be a few benefits when used sparingly. Keep reading to learn all of the pros and cons.

In discussion with Green Matters, Butter Lane Antiques founder Alex Alfieri vouched for antique jewelry being a good investment, detailing sustainability and heirloom-worthy beauty.

Coffee grounds are good for tomato plants in moderation. Keep reading to learn about the pros and cons of using these leftovers in your garden.

Stanley cups have become the latest water bottle trend that has taken over social media. But is the hype really worth it?

To make a chunky knit blanket, all you need is some yarn. No tools are required. Stick around for an easy, step-by-step project guide.

More and more companies become guilty of greenwashing every day, in an effort to convince potential customers that a product is sustainable.

Holistic health coach and yoga instructor Koya Webb got candid with Green Matters about living authentically, plant-based meals, and accepting the negative emotions.

Elon Musk has sold numerous U.S. properties and now lives in a $50,000 tiny home in Boca Chica, Texas. Learn more about his decision to downsize.

In an exclusive e-interview with Green Matters, Fyrn co-founder David Charne discussed disrupting the furniture world and making pieces with forever in mind.

A December 2023 video of Target customers racing to snag Valentine's Day-themed Stanley stainless steel cups shows how wild the wasteful craze has gotten.

Share these vegan jokes at your next plant-based dinner party, the office water cooler, or anywhere you’re stuck for something to say.

You can wash a crochet blanket in the washing machine, but you have to be extra careful. Keep reading to learn all the necessary details.

Plants have so many benefits, and it’s even better when you can find one that is easy to take care of, like a string of turtles plant.

Are you tired of the clutter chaos? Use this declutter checklist to bring back the calm. It's got 35 ideas to declutter your home room by room.

New Year's Eve is a generally wasteful holiday — here's how to ensure your celebration is low-impact this year by thrifting your 'fit and more.

Your bathroom is more moisture-dense than other rooms. These plants will appreciate the humidity no matter how often you use your hot water heater.

Dealing with a bed bug issue? Find out how to use glue traps to eliminate these annoying critters and why the EPA recommends killing them.

Everyone wants home décor at affordable prices, but have you ever wondered why Wayfair is so cheap? We pull back the curtain on their business model.