Reviewing Canadian Subscription Boxes & Eco-Friendly Products
Better than the dishwasher tablets, but that's not saying much. Tanit Laundry Detergent Tablets Cost: $16 + tax My cost: Same The Goods: Compostable Packaging Plastic Free Manufactured in: Quebec? Company Base: Quebec Established in: ? Overall Impression Used Tablet Unlike the dishwasher tablets, I was able to use this entire package of tablets without... Continue Reading →
Tanit Dishwaser Detergent Tablets I was interested to see that Tanit had branched out from their beauty line to include household products as well. I liked that these tabs come in biodegradable bags, but they're still quite pricey for what they are. I usually buy the Envirowise tablets, which are 80 for $18 compared to... Continue Reading →
Ryobi 40V 20" Brushless Lawn Mower I know this isn't the typical type of item that I review, but I am grumpy about this so had to get it off my chest. Cost: $488 + tax My cost: $510.72 Highlights: Cordless Battery operated Self-propelled option Manufactured in: Vietnam Company Base: Japan Established in: 1943 Overall... Continue Reading →
Night Bear Yoga Mat (4.5mm) I bought this yoga mat from Scoria back in April of 2020, when my world had completely shut down. My union had been offering free weekly yoga sessions in Vancouver, but switched to an online format when we went into lockdown. I was not really into yoga before, but since... Continue Reading →
Fragrance-Free Laundry Detergent - 384 Count Cost: $149 + tax The Goods: Paraben-free Phosphate-free Readily biodegradable in accordance with OECD 310D Hypoallergenic, certified by independent dermatologists Vegan: no animal-based ingredients or testing on animals by us or our ingredient suppliers Safe for septic and grey water Manufactured in: Canada* * I think their manufacturing facility... Continue Reading →
Mint & Eucalyptus Dish Soap Cost: $18 + tax The Goods: "This Solid Dish Soap is 100% natural, vegan, Leaping Bunny Certified cruelty-free and palm oil-free. Our labels are 100% biodegradable and made with plant-based inks on FSC certified paper." Manufactured in: Vancouver, BC Overall Impression I really wanted to like this. I'm always looking for plastic-free options, but... Continue Reading →
A few years ago I decided to do my Christmas shopping in Fort Langley. The town is full of unique stores with quite a few local, Canadian, and handmade products. Although it can be pricey, there are some good finds. One type of business that has sprouted up in excess recently is hand-poured soy candles.... Continue Reading →
Bouquet purchased July 22 2022 I never used to buy flowers. Then my sister started her pursuit of the art of being a florist, and I couldn't help but jump on board and support that endeavour. Now when she's making bouquets my house often ends up full of flowers. Don't imagine this is because she's... Continue Reading →
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