Welcome to Rhubarb and Runner Beans
Seasonal Living and Treading Lightly on the Earth
Written by Sarah Allen
Parent, writer and advocate for a habitable planet.
Zero-waste tips, reducing single-use plastic, living with the seasons and sustainable products that align with your eco-friendly values.
"Sarah is never hectoring or lecturing – but really is trying to live what she believes in." - Sustainable Sidmouth
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Snow, Wind, Rain, the Northern Lights, Some Comforting Food and Time To Create
Showing someone you love them shouldn’t cost the Earth! If you want to give traditional cards and gifts, how about considering some of these more sustainable ideas? 1. Valentine’s Card Probably the easiest tip is to make sure the card you buy does not come packaged in plastic film. Shop around if you need to but think about the packaging as well as the sentiment when choosing your card. I have the perfect option to show love both to your special person and our precious planet with my new 'Love Me, Love Our Planet' card . Shipped in sustainable, eco-friendly paper packaging which is rip-proof and splash-proof and designed with the environment in mind. Alternatively, of course, you could make your own card. This is a great option for ensuring the card is more personal and especially good for the environment if you use materials you already have at home.
Reusing decorations, enjoying the season and creating less waste.
