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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.)

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.)

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.

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

Fix it, ferment it, and make it fit—don't throw it out! Save money and live more sustainably with this illustrated and hand-written guide to extending the life of your clothes, goods, and household items. Darn your socks, pickle your surplus of garden produce, repair your kitchen sink, and so much more.

Sustainability and endangered basic life skills go hand in hand in this charming resource. Raleigh Briggs, author of the bestselling Make Your Place, brings an encouraging patience and can-do attitude that shine through the pages.

The perfect gift for a teen or new graduate, or resource for an established adult looking to consume less and keep the things they love around for years to come.

Paperback 2nd edition, published by Microcosm

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.

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.

Celebrate inclusion, love, and fabulous storytelling.

Hand-poured in Brooklyn by Virgins on Fire Candle Co., this candle blends refreshing white tea with a bright touch of bergamot for a fragrance that’s light, uplifting, and perfect for creating a welcoming space.

Made with 100% soy wax and phthalate-free fragrances sourced from socially responsible suppliers, it burns clean and safe, carrying the same commitment to sustainability and community that we prioritize at Reboot Eco.

Each 9oz jar offers 45–50 hours of burn time, and the glass vessel can be repurposed once the candle is finished.

Why we love it:

• Clean, safe burn – 100% soy wax & phthalate-free fragrance.

• Handmade in Brooklyn – small-batch quality with big heart.

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

• Reusable jar – ready for a second life when 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.

UPLIFT Blend: Palmarosa, Ylang Ylang, Grapefruit, Lemongrass, Eucalyptus

The UPLIFT blend lifts mood and energizes in a positive way. UPLIFT blends together Palmarosa and Eucalyptus to attract positive energy and release negative energy, along with Ylang Ylang and Grapefruit to bring joy and Lemongrass to invigorate and energize.

MANIFEST Blend: Geranium, Cedarwood, Sweet Basil, Clary Sage, Vetiver, Peppermint

MANIFEST allows what you are intending to flow into your life with ease. MANIFEST blends together Geranium to open your energy flow, Cedarwood and Vetiver to draw abundance, Sweet Basil to strengthen your own belief in your power to manifest, and Clary Sage to strengthen the vision of your intentions.

REST Blend: Lavender, Palo Santo, Rosemary, Ylang Ylang

REST will relax your mind and can help you fall into a gentle sleep. REST blends together Lavender for relaxation, Palo Santo and Ylang Ylang to promote sleep, and Rosemary to allow your body to regenerate itself during periods of rest. 

• Pure Oils are undiluted and highly concentrated, do not apply directly to skin. Pure Oils must be diluted with a carrier before use. Confirm dilution strength conforms with recommended guidelines. Pure Oils can also be added directly to a diffuser, using diffuser recommendations.

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” 

Your carry-on's new essential. The Root & Splendor Stain Remover Travel Mini is a 2 fl oz, TSA-approved powerhouse built for life on the move — and designed to be refilled, not replaced.

A plant-based, EWG Verified formula lifts tough stains at the source using high-performing surfactants and plant-derived enzymes. No harsh chemicals. Gentle on skin, kind to fabrics, and safe for the planet.

Compact enough for your bag. Strong enough for every spill.

Use it. Love it. Refill it.

Our favorite way to deep clean — now with a touch of timeless charm. The RE:Usable Sponge is not only effective, it also stays fresh thanks to its charcoal-infused center. When it starts to look a bit tired, drop them in a mesh bag and machine wash. Air dry and repeat.

Quick Dry
Stays Fresh with the Charcoal Infused Foam
Durable Machine Wash
Air Dry
All-Purpose Size
Sustainably Produced

Design: Star Quilt pattern — warm, classic, and full of character to bring a cozy touch to your kitchen.

Perfect uses: Washing Kitchen Dishes, Pots & Pans.

Sustainability Impact: Lasts 4 Times Longer than a Typical Sponge.

Includes: Set of Three with Hanging Loops.

Material: Front: 80% Recycled Polyester, 20% Polyamide Foam Fill: 100% Polyurethane Back: 88% Polyester, 12% Polyamide.

Care: Machine Wash, No Bleach, No Fabric Softener, Air Dry.

3 liter of eco-friendly superior bubble solution.  Features no-mess easy dispensing refill spout to refill aluminum bubble bottles and bubble toys. 

Made in the USA

Eco -Friendly

Sustainable

Non-Toxic

Refillable 

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.

Do good for yourself and the planet with this plant-based, whole-foods cookbook. Inspired by the popular social media series, Scrappy Cooking will help you save money, eat healthy, and reduce waste, showing you how to make the most of what you have on hand to create delicious and sustainable meals. Plus, the “Got This? Make That” index is a unique tool that will inspire you to put commonly wasted kitchen odds and ends to good and tasty use. All vegan, almost all free of oil, and focused on whole, healthy, and earth-conscious eating, Scrappy Cooking is an innovative and easy-to-use guide to a more harmonious kitchen. 

Forever reusable and compostable at the end of their life, these eco garlands are a fun and eco friendly way to decorate your home.

Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil, and your eco garland will double as an amazing eco freshener!

You can space the beads 1" to 4" apart, or leave them touching one another. The small size is perfect to use with spaced beads on doors, windows, a fireplace. When the beads are spaced it can stretch up to 8ft in length. The long and XL sizes can stretch up to 17ft and 25ft respectively and can decorate walls, porches, trees, large windows, and much more!

1" (2.5cm) wool beads 

Bring a personal touch to your tree with our DIY Christmas Ornament Craft Kit. Packed with high-quality materials, easy-to-follow instructions, and endless design possibilities. 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: a food grade snowflake cookie cutter, a bag of porcelain dough mix, sparkling organdy ribbon and silver glitter.
Makes up to 12 ornaments.
Adult supervision recommended.

Climate is Changing, Why Aren't We? : A practical guide to how you can make a difference

Daisy Kendrick, the founder of Ocean Generation, offers insights into climate change, and the structures and systems that suffocate our future, in an easy to understand way, while still maintaining a sense of optimism and humanizing the issue. She shares inspirational stories, shocking statistics, and easy green switches you can make today. From the clothes you buy, products you use and consume, and knowing how to use your voice through social media to be heard and demand change, there are numerous ways you can help with passion, authority, and hope.

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.)