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Discover well over a thousand ingenious money-saving hacks using stuff you already own!

In today's world, you'd expect businesses to be going the extra mile to satisfy their customers, but quality work and reliable products seem rarer than a unicorn these days!

You can say goodbye to shelling out for lackluster service and expensive replacements with the fantastic tips in Save It, Fix It, Keep It, Use It. You'll also pick up tricks for speedier cleaning, keeping pests at bay, ensuring your family's safety, and much more! Whenever you put your everyday items to work in solving household dilemmas, you're practically stuffing your wallet with extra cash.

This book is from an authentic, independent, and empowering publishing house and distributor in Portland, OR. Microcosm Publishing & Distribution is a vertically integrated publishing house that equips readers to make positive changes in their lives and in the world around them. Microcosm emphasizes skill-building, showing hidden histories, and fostering creativity through challenging conventional publishing wisdom with books and zines about DIY skills, food, bicycling, gender, self-care, and social justice.

All books are printed in the U.S., and the company doubles the industry average in number of women authors and prioritizes hiring of special needs employees.

(This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)

Soft, silky hair — without the environmental guilt.

This aloe-based conditioner skips the water filler and goes straight to work: deeply nourishing, strengthening, and restoring shine without weighing your hair down. Available in Citrus Lavender, Rosemary Mint Vanilla, or Unscented — versatile enough for every hair type and routine.

Use it as a rinse-out, a deep treatment, a leave-in, or even a curl cream. The aluminum bottle can be returned to be reused when you're done.

**What's inside (and what's not):**
- ✅ Aloe as the #1 ingredient
- ✅ Vegan, non-GMO, cruelty-free (Leaping Bunny certified)
- ✅ Safe for all hair types, baby-safe & hypoallergenic
- ✅ Biodegradable formula
- ❌ No sulfates, parabens, phthalates, or palm oil

**How to use:**
- Light conditioning: apply to ends, rinse quickly
- Deep conditioning: leave in 3–5 minutes for ultra-hydration
- Bonus: works as a leave-in conditioner or curl cream

Size: 16 oz | Compatible with large pump (sold separately)

This water-based cleanser gently cleanses & restores the skin, delivering a luxurious & buttery-soft finish. The creamy & ceramide-packed formula is made with upcycled oat powder, which is rich in antioxidants & supports the skin’s moisture barrier.

KEY INGREDIENTS: As well as oat powder, this cleanser contains aloe vera & jojoba to calm & soothe irritation. Nourishing almond oil is rich in vitamins A & E, reducing redness & inflammation.

BENEFITS: This cleanser is suitable for all skin types, especially menopausal skin. Antioxidant & fatty acid-rich sunflower oil prevents breakouts, also great for sensitive & acne-prone skin.

TOP TIP: The perfect second cleanse following the UpCircle Cleansing Face Balm. Dermatologically approved, vegan & cruelty-free in a refillable & recyclable bottle.

COMING SOON: Also available with an aluminum cap for refills. 

UpCircle is the UK's #1 upcycled beauty brand, making clean products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.

Call us old fashioned (or just plain ol' hygienic), but we think the place responsible for cleaning you should be pretty clean too. Made from a plant-based formula, Nellie’s Shower & Bath Cleaner provides exceptional cleaning power against soap scum and grime.

Best of all, this Shower & Bath Cleaner is biodegradable and contains no harsh chemicals, phosphates, or strong perfumes. It does, however, leave a refreshing, natural lemongrass scent, so you'll already be ~zen~ when it comes time to draw your next #selfcare bath. 

The UpCircle citrus-infused face scrub gently buffs away dry, dead cells to leave skin feeling smooth & glowing. It is made with top-quality Arabica coffee grounds sourced from London-based artisanal coffee shops. Upcycled coffee is even better for the skin since antioxidants increase as coffee is brewed.

KEY INGREDIENTS: Anti-inflammatory orange oil soothes redness & balances sebum to even the appearance of skin tone. Lemon oil has natural antiseptic properties to target acne.

BENEFITS: Suitable for dry or dehydrated skin. Vitamin & fatty acid-rich shea butter moisturizes the skin whilst you scrub. Regenerating rosehip oil fades the appearance of dark marks & scars.

TOP TIP: Best used 2-3 times a week to avoid over-exfoliating.

Vegan & cruelty-free in a refillable & recyclable glass jar.

UpCircle is the UK's #1 upcycled beauty brand, making clean products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.

An Almost Zero Waste Life: Learning How to Embrace Less to Live

If you've ever wanted to try living a zero waste lifestyle, but felt intimidated or put off by the effort involved, this book may just help you rethink your approach and help you try to cut back on the things you put in the landfill. With recipes for all natural cleaning supplies and tips for avoiding paper towels, menus and recipes for meals that use bulk pantry staples and tips for shopping with reusable containers, ideas for recycling old clothing and repurposing items that you would otherwise throw away, and instructions for starting your own compost pile, An Almost Zero Waste Life will get you on the right track without a preachy tone or the need to spend a ton of money changing every little thing about your life. It's a simple process to start living more sustainably, if you decide it's worth the effort it requires.

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Friendsheep eco toys can be used as pet toys or fresheners when essential oils are added to them. Great to scent dry laundry, drawers, a closet, a duffle bag or a car!

Meet Kat the Caterpillar! Fun and colorful, they are the perfect size for your small pet's mouth (cat, ferret), great to chase and battle around. They've a jingle on their tail for added fun! Not only they will bring your pets endless hours of furry fun, but they will also look cute on your living room floor!

Size: measure 5"x1.5". Made of wool, cotton string and metal jingle. Comes inside a repurposed handmade cotton bag.

End of Life: Remove and recycle the metal jingle. Compost or recycle with textile wool beads and cotton string. Handmade from 100% wool, organic and cruelty free certified, colored with eco-friendly azo-free dyes. We do not recommend using essential oil if the toy is to be used by a pet.

Some products do one thing well. This one does everything gently.

Our Calendula Chamomile Salve is a go-to for anyone who wants a clean, simple moisturizer that actually works — without a long ingredient list or a drawer full of single-use tubes. Made with organic golden jojoba oil slow-infused with calendula and chamomile flowers, and set with ethically harvested raw beeswax, it's the kind of product that earns a permanent spot in your routine.

No essential oils. No synthetic fragrance. Just real, recognizable ingredients that are safe for the whole family — including babies and sensitive skin.

What it's good for

• Dry hands, cracked cuticles, and rough patches
• Post-shave comfort and minor skin irritations
• Diaper area care and baby skin
• Sunburns, boo-boos, and everyday skin rescue
• Travel — one jar, many uses

Why we love it

• Certified organic jojoba infused with calendula + chamomile — calming, restorative, and deeply nourishing
• Raw U.S. beeswax from an apiary that harvests gently and ethically
• Forms a breathable barrier that protects without clogging pores
• Essential oil-free — ideal for reactive, sensitive, or baby skin
• Minimal packaging, maximum use

Ingredients

*Simmondsia chinensis (jojoba oil) infused with *Calendula officinalis & *Matricaria recutita (chamomile), ethically harvested Cera alba (beeswax), *Vitamin E oil. *Certified organic.

How to use

Keep hands and jar dry before opening. Scoop a small amount with dry fingers or a spoon and apply wherever your skin needs it most. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Unleash your creativity this season with our Christmas Ornaments. Create everlasting, fragrant gingerbread ornaments with our all-natural salt dough mix!

Easy to make, just add water, roll, cut and bake! It's the ideal family activity for Christmas Eve or a winter weekend. Great for gifting, classroom projects, or cozy nights at home.

This craft kit helps you create ornaments that are as unique as your holiday traditions.

Kit includes: Our powdered dough mix (all-natural spices in our salt-dough recipe), a gingerbread cookie cutter, a straw hole punch and ribbon.
Makes up to 12 ornaments.
Adult supervision recommended.

Cotton rag paper is the perfect example of tree-free, upcycled and recycled paper. As a natural product, cotton is completely biodegradable. Cotton bits, usually the by-products of manufactured cotton cloth, are color sorted, chopped, and pulverized then mixed with water and laid out to dry. The process takes about three days.

Inside: Blank * A1 size (3 1/2" x 4 7/8") * Recycled Cerulean Paper Envelope * Printed on Tree-Free Cotton Rag Paper * Plastic Free Packaging

Boxed Set of 6 Cards.

For readers, dreamers, and late-night page-turners.

Handmade in Brooklyn by Virgins on Fire Candle Co., this candle blends warm amber with soft rose - earthy, floral, and grounding without veering into “grandma’s perfume” territory. A perfect companion for curling up with your favorite book (or stack of them) while you disappear into the void.

Made with 100% soy wax and phthalate-free fragrances sourced from socially responsible suppliers, this candle is designed for a clean, safe burn. Each 9oz candle provides 45–50 hours of burn time, and the reusable glass jar extends its life beyond the last flicker.

Why we love it:

• Balanced & cozy scent – floral amber without overpowering.

• Clean burn – soy wax + phthalate-free fragrance.

• Hand-poured in Brooklyn – small batch quality.

• Long-lasting – 45–50 hours of burn time.

• Reusable jar – sustainable after the candle is gone.

Hand-poured in Brooklyn by Virgins on Fire Candle Co., this candle combines grounding sage with calming lavender for a fragrance that’s both refreshing and restorative. It’s crafted with 100% soy wax and safe, phthalate-free fragrances sourced from socially responsible suppliers—making it a clean and conscious choice for your space.

Whether you’re lighting it to celebrate Pride, support a queer-owned business, or just because you love the scent (we do!), this candle delivers the perfect balance of purpose and practicality.

Each 9oz jar provides 45–50 hours of burn time, with a reusable glass vessel once the candle is gone.

Why we love it:

• 100% soy wax – clean, even burn.

• Safe fragrance – phthalate-free & responsibly sourced.

• Queer-owned & handmade in Brooklyn – small-batch quality with pride.

• Long-lasting – 45–50 hours of burn time.

• Reusable jar – perfect to repurpose after the candle is finished.

Floral, fresh, and endlessly inviting.

Hand-poured in Brooklyn, NY by Virgins on Fire Candle Co., this 100% soy wax candle brings the essence of a wildflower meadow into your home. Made with safe, phthalate-free fragrances sourced from socially responsible suppliers, it’s a clean and conscious choice for your space.

Somewhere between a romantic backdrop and an everyday refresher, this floral bouquet scent is versatile enough for any room—softly uplifting without being overpowering.

Each 9oz candle delivers 45–50 hours of burn time, giving you long-lasting fragrance in a reusable glass jar.

Why we love it:

• 100% soy wax – clean, slow burn.

• Safe fragrance – phthalate-free & responsibly sourced.

• Handmade in Brooklyn – crafted with care in small batches.

• Long-lasting – 45–50 hours of burn time.

• Reusable jar – perfect for repurposing once the candle is done.

Keep your zero-waste shave routine safe and sustainable with the Leaf Shave Recycling Tin. Designed to securely store your used blades and guards, this compact tin makes blade disposal simple and responsible.

Features:

• Safely stores used blades & guards

• Compact and durable design

• Fully recyclable as scrap metal once full

• Plastic-free and reusable until it’s time to recycle

Why it matters:
Loose blades can be dangerous to handle and difficult to dispose of responsibly. With this recycling tin, you can keep them safely contained until it’s time to recycle the entire tin as scrap metal—closing the loop on your zero-waste shave routine.

A comfortable, reusable alternative to pads and tampons. These menstrual cups are made from the highest-quality, medical-grade TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) — completely free from silicone, latex, BPA, and phthalates. Unlike silicone, TPE gently warms to your body, ensuring a secure, personalized fit.

Designed with patented leak-free technology, rounded edges, and an easy-grip handle, each cup provides up to 12 hours of reliable protection — perfect for active users. Endorsed by medical professionals and researchers, this cup is a safe, effective, and eco-conscious choice you can count on.

• Medical-grade TPE – soft, flexible, and body-safe

• Free from silicone, latex, BPA, and phthalates

• Hypoallergenic and safe for sensitive users

• Up to 12 hours of protection

• Reusable and recyclable

• Patented leak-reduction design

• Vegan & socially conscious

• Comfortable, convenient, and easy to use

Available Sizes:

• Medium (M): Recommended for those under 25 who have not given birth vaginally

• Large (L): Recommended for those over 25 or anyone who has given birth vaginally

Why switch?
Most disposable menstrual products contain plastics and chemicals that aren’t safe for you or the planet. A reusable menstrual cup not only reduces waste and saves money, but also helps you avoid harmful toxins — all while keeping you comfortable and confident.

Think of GABA Black as your alcohol-free pre-game for productivity, movement, or energy-fueled plans. Formulated with ginseng and ginkgo, it’s crafted to boost focus and clarity - minus the caffeine jitters. Whether you're hitting the gym, tackling a to-do list, or gearing up for an evening out, this functional spirit helps you lock in without burning out.

Flavor profile: Warm spiced pepper, earthy depth, and a smoky, bitter finish.
Shelf life: 18 months unopened; refrigerate after opening and enjoy within 3 months.
Size: 50cl bottle | Approx. 20 servings

GABA is your brain’s natural way of promoting calm focus. SENTIA Black taps into this with functional botanicals, offering a new way to energize and center yourself — no alcohol required.

Ingredients:

Add 1-2 dropper full into 6 oz. of filter water. Take 2-3 times a day. Take for 2-4 weeks at a time. Boost immunity, detox the body, and get an energy boost.

Keep your favorite multitasking dry oil stocked without adding more waste. This 100ml aluminum refill bottle gives you twice the product, so you can top up your original spray bottle and keep shining sustainably.

Formulated with the same nourishing blend that absorbs instantly, this refill continues to deliver lightweight moisture for hair and skin, taming frizz, refreshing curls, and leaving a subtle, non-greasy glow.

Why we love it:

• Twice the product—100ml of nourishing dry oil

• Recyclable aluminum bottle and cap

• Designed to refill your original spray bottle (less packaging, less waste)

• Same effective, safe, plant-based formula

How to use:
Refill your original spray bottle as needed and use as usual:

• Hair: Smooth through dry ends for frizz control and curl refresh.

• Body: Spray directly on skin for lightweight, fast-absorbing hydration.

If you’ve ever had a rip in your shirt or just wanted to add some pizzaz to your wardrobe, check out our mending patches! Made with 100% secondhand materials, no two pack are the same!

Small: 3 or 4 small iron- on patches of various sizes under 5”

Large: 3 Coordinating patches, all 6” x 8” 

This guide to living sustainably introduces the concept of the 'circular economy,' a system where no waste is generated, nothing enters, and nothing leaves. Rather than the 'linear economy,' or even the 'recycling economy,' in which waste goes directly to the landfill or is mediated by recycling processes before the excess arrives at the landfill, the circular economy strives to refuse (unnecessary materials), reduce (consumption), reuse, repair, refill, and repurpose, and regenerate materials so that landfills become irrelevant relics of our destructive and wasteful past. Through simple acts and small but significant steps, you can make the circular economy that much closer to becoming a reality. A brilliantly written and accessible guide to living more gently and consuming and using resources more thoughtfully.

This book is from an authentic, independent, and empowering publishing house and distributor in Portland, OR. Microcosm Publishing & Distribution is a vertically integrated publishing house that equips readers to make positive changes in their lives and in the world around them. Microcosm emphasizes skill-building, showing hidden histories, and fostering creativity through challenging conventional publishing wisdom with books and zines about DIY skills, food, bicycling, gender, self-care, and social justice.

All books are printed in the U.S., and the company doubles the industry average in number of women authors and prioritizes hiring of special needs employees.

(This book may contain a sharpie mark on the top or bottom edge and may show mild signs of shelfwear.)

Bye, brassiness. Hello, bright, beautiful color.

This toning purple shampoo neutralizes unwanted brassy and yellow hues while strengthening and repairing your hair — bringing out the best in blondes, silvers, greys, and even brunettes with warm undertones. Formulated with natural-derived fragrance (never synthetic), and packed in a returnable aluminum bottle that gets washed and reused.

How to use:

• As a supplement: use 1–3 times a week or whenever brassiness creeps in
• For best results: follow up with our Deep Conditioner to keep hair soft and moisturized
• First time? Do a quick strand test before full application

What's inside (and what's not):

• ✅ Vegan, non-GMO formula
• ✅ Natural-derived fragrance (no synthetic fragrance)
• ✅ Cruelty-free, Leaping Bunny certified
• ✅ Baby-safe & hypoallergenic
• ✅ Biodegradable & free of single-use plastic
• ❌ No sulfates, parabens, phthalates, or palm oil

Size: 10 oz aluminum bottle | Compatible with medium pump (sold separately)

Silky, nourished hair on the go — without the plastic guilt.

This travel-size conditioner delivers the same aloe-based, vegan formula as our full-size — nourishing, strengthening, and restoring shine without weighing your hair down. No synthetic fragrance, no toxic fillers, no single-use plastic. Refill it from our 16 oz conditioner when you're home and keep going.

Perfect for weekend trips, gym bags, gifting, or a low-commitment first try.

What's inside (and what's not):

• ✅ Aloe-based, vegan, non-GMO formula
• ✅ Blended with whole essential oils (no synthetic fragrance)
• ✅ Cruelty-free, Leaping Bunny certified
• ✅ Baby-safe & hypoallergenic
• ✅ Biodegradable & free of single-use plastic
• ❌ No sulfates, parabens, phthalates, or palm oil

How to use:

• Light conditioning: apply to ends, rinse quickly
• Deep conditioning: leave in 3–5 minutes for ultra-hydration
• Bonus: works as a leave-in or curl cream

Scents: Citrus Lavender, Rosemary Mint Vanilla, or Unscented
Size: 2.5 oz — refillable from our 16 oz conditioner

Good hair days don't stop when you leave home — and neither does your commitment to the planet.

This travel-size shampoo is packed with the same aloe-based, vegan formula as our full-size — gently cleansing, softening, and restoring your hair from roots to ends. No synthetic fragrance, no toxic fillers, no single-use plastic. Just clean ingredients in a reusable bottle you can refill from our 16 oz shampoo when you're back.

Perfect for weekend trips, gym bags, gifting, or just trying us out for the first time.

What's inside (and what's not):

• ✅ Aloe-based, vegan, non-GMO formula
• ✅ Blended with whole essential oils (no synthetic fragrance)
• ✅ Cruelty-free, Leaping Bunny certified
• ✅ Baby-safe & hypoallergenic
• ✅ Biodegradable & free of single-use plastic
• ❌ No sulfates, parabens, phthalates, silicone, or palm oil

Scents: Citrus Lavender, Rosemary Mint Vanilla, or Unscented
Size: 2.5 oz — refillable from our 16 oz shampoo

This hydrating toner plumps & revitalizes, leaving the skin looking & feeling refreshed after cleansing. It uses upcycled green mandarin water & chamomile stem extract to soothe inflammation & redness.

KEY INGREDIENTS: Hyaluronic acid & glycerin lock in moisture to protect the skin’s barrier. Includes nutrient & antioxidant-rich orange mandarin oil to restore & revive.

BENEFITS: Suitable for all skin types. Salicylic acid & chamomile extract are particularly great for acne-prone skin.

TOP TIP: Spray directly onto skin or onto reusable makeup pads for a hydrating boost.

REFILLABLE: Available in a refill bottle - COMING SOON!

Vegan & cruelty-free in a refillable & recyclable glass bottle.

UpCircle is the UK's #1 upcycled beauty brand, making clean products using natural ingredients that would otherwise go to waste.

• Keep food fresh on the counter, in the fridge, in a container, and even the freezer for longer--Z Wraps can be washed & re-used over 100 times.
• Beeswax is flammable; keep away from heat and flame!
• Not for raw meat or eggs.
• Hand wash gently with cool water with mild soap and air dry.
• Made in MA from cotton fabric, organic beeswax, organic jojoba oil, and tree resin.
• Woman-owned, women-powered company.

Sizes:

• Small: 8"x8" - great for wrapping snacks, lunch bites, and other nibbles
• Medium: 12"x12" - perfect for sandwiches, cheese, and produce
• Large: 12"x15" - for big dishes and oversize foods like breads, pastry, melons, cabbage, or celery stalks
• XL: 16"x26" - wraps heads of lettuce, melon, baguettes, salad bowls and large dishes.

Your yoga practice is a time to restore and rejuvenate your mind and body. Don’t let a dirty yoga mat disrupt your peace!

Vermont Soap’s Yoga Mat Cleaner is a safe and nontoxic way to clean your yoga mat. Made from 100% natural and organic ingredients, this gentle soap works on all water safe surfaces, including balance balls, foam blocks, chairs, cushions, straps, and other yoga and Pilates props and accessories.

How to Clean Your Yoga Mat

Daily Cleaning: Spray the yoga mat cleaner 3 times onto a wet cloth or paper towel and lightly scrub. Wipe down your mat with a clean cloth, and let air dry.

Medium Cleaning: Lightly spray cleaner onto your yoga mat. Rinse, wipe, and let air dry.

Deep Yoga Mat Cleaning and Restoration: Spray cleaner directly onto your yoga mat and let it soak for 3 minutes. Work into a lather with a wet cloth, rinse, wipe dry, and air dry. Repeat if needed.

Remember, your yoga mat should be completely dry before storing.