REMINDER: do what you gotta do. If you cannot shop small, don't. None of my videos are attacks on you. Find others way to live eco :) The point is to shop small when and where you can!
In this “cost of living crisis” I’ve realized I buy too much food. I’ve cut out a lot of what I used to buy. I don’t mind shopping local or small now, because I just don’t need as much as I thought. No waste, eat all leftovers, buy used, support my local coffee shop once every two weeks - especially when the make a heart in my cappuccino . Great inspiration 🐇🩷🇨🇦
I find that one should go through this list of questions when considering whether to buy something: 1: Do I need this? If so, how soon do I need this? 2: Could the money that I’d spend on this be put to better use? 3: Where will I store it? 4: Am I buying it to replace something that broke? If so, can I repair what broke? 5: Do I already have the item or something similar that works? 6: Is it going to be infrequently used or used only once? If so, can I borrow it? 7: Can I get the item secondhand? 8: If it must be purchased new, what is the most sustainable option that I can afford?
This video is checking ALLLLLLL the boxes! Excited to look up two of your artists that you’re wearing today because I’ve been consuming your content since you were in oki! Off topic…..loving your hair…thank you for great educational content. Stay safe out there❤
Thank you for always showing up with so good thoughts, tips and ideas!❤ Really looking forward to the gift guide since I’ve realized I won’t be able to handmake gifts for everyone this year
Thanks for sharing! I have loved shopping small for Birthday, Christmas and other gifts the past few years. It’s so fun to visit my favorite local shops and support them. It feels good buying and gifting the items (which is rare in our capitalist society) 😂 I am hoping to get more into crafting and creating this year. Would love to see ideas for free, cheap, or homemade holiday gift items.
I work at a local business and so many people come in, check things out, turn things on, get assistance from me, choose an item to then check amazon on their phone and get it online because it's slightly cheaper. It hurts.
god I am so sorry. That really hurts. I think many more people need to TRY to make art or something a small business sells. I don't sell anything but as a crocheter, I know the time, skill, and effort it takes to make something handmade. I will never shop somewhere else cause it's cheaper because of this. People are truly so disconnected at how things are made and how long it takes
I really enjoyed watching this. Very thought-provoking and has made me want to explore what is available locally. Not just food but other goods like gifts etc. I live in the UK but I am sure it is the same picture in the US. Our high streets and town centres are literally dying. Shops are closing down all over the place both big brands and of course the little artisans. There needs to be a lot more support to resurrect local businesses to give us the choice to use them. My local high street is literally just full of fast food takeaways. I would love nice small local shops to go and browse in instead. But I am going to make a point of checking out what is available to me locally. Thank you
for sure that's the whole point is to get everyone's gears turning about the cost per use of our items and how quality does outweight quantity. Good luck on the quest to find things local to you!
I live in Canada, and I like going to the shop local market events. I also shop second hand, but if I can't find anything second hand, my next best place is the craftsman market. I roam these events and am always able to find it there.
I agree with you on most points. Question though -- do you consider a vendor who's not a big corporation but who also uses and modify OEM items (often sourced from overseas) before sale as a small business too?
I'm not sure what OEM is...but yeah, that's tricky. Yes, I do because it is one individual seller. Do I think this small business is eco and ethical though? Not really based on what you've described
I rarely use etsy haha! I just google whatever I'm looking for but really, I shop almost always secondhand, even for gifts! I also stumble across small business on TT/IG and give them a follow for future use :)
REMINDER: do what you gotta do. If you cannot shop small, don't. None of my videos are attacks on you. Find others way to live eco :) The point is to shop small when and where you can!
In this “cost of living crisis” I’ve realized I buy too much food. I’ve cut out a lot of what I used to buy. I don’t mind shopping local or small now, because I just don’t need as much as I thought. No waste, eat all leftovers, buy used, support my local coffee shop once every two weeks - especially when the make a heart in my cappuccino . Great inspiration 🐇🩷🇨🇦
yes!! when we shift our minds to not only consume less but to throw less away, that's a great thing!
I find that one should go through this list of questions when considering whether to buy something:
1: Do I need this? If so, how soon do I need this?
2: Could the money that I’d spend on this be put to better use?
3: Where will I store it?
4: Am I buying it to replace something that broke? If so, can I repair what broke?
5: Do I already have the item or something similar that works?
6: Is it going to be infrequently used or used only once? If so, can I borrow it?
7: Can I get the item secondhand?
8: If it must be purchased new, what is the most sustainable option that I can afford?
great ideas, thanks for sharing!
This video is checking ALLLLLLL the boxes! Excited to look up two of your artists that you’re wearing today because I’ve been consuming your content since you were in oki! Off topic…..loving your hair…thank you for great educational content. Stay safe out there❤
awww no way, thanks for being here all along! The brands are linked in the caption if you wanna support :) THANK YOU
Always grateful for the videos you create. Thank you for spreading the word and doing your best to help our beautiful planet ❤
thank you so much!
Items definitely have more personality from small business, the combo of few well thought out purchases and small business = love!
for sure!!
Thank you for always showing up with so good thoughts, tips and ideas!❤
Really looking forward to the gift guide since I’ve realized I won’t be able to handmake gifts for everyone this year
thank you so much! I'm filming it today :)
Thanks for sharing! I have loved shopping small for Birthday, Christmas and other gifts the past few years. It’s so fun to visit my favorite local shops and support them. It feels good buying and gifting the items (which is rare in our capitalist society) 😂
I am hoping to get more into crafting and creating this year. Would love to see ideas for free, cheap, or homemade holiday gift items.
it's the best!
Thank you for caring for our planet and voting for our future.
woohoo! Thank you too!!
I work at a local business and so many people come in, check things out, turn things on, get assistance from me, choose an item to then check amazon on their phone and get it online because it's slightly cheaper. It hurts.
god I am so sorry. That really hurts. I think many more people need to TRY to make art or something a small business sells. I don't sell anything but as a crocheter, I know the time, skill, and effort it takes to make something handmade. I will never shop somewhere else cause it's cheaper because of this. People are truly so disconnected at how things are made and how long it takes
I really enjoyed watching this. Very thought-provoking and has made me want to explore what is available locally. Not just food but other goods like gifts etc. I live in the UK but I am sure it is the same picture in the US. Our high streets and town centres are literally dying. Shops are closing down all over the place both big brands and of course the little artisans. There needs to be a lot more support to resurrect local businesses to give us the choice to use them. My local high street is literally just full of fast food takeaways. I would love nice small local shops to go and browse in instead. But I am going to make a point of checking out what is available to me locally. Thank you
for sure that's the whole point is to get everyone's gears turning about the cost per use of our items and how quality does outweight quantity. Good luck on the quest to find things local to you!
I live in Canada, and I like going to the shop local market events. I also shop second hand, but if I can't find anything second hand, my next best place is the craftsman market. I roam these events and am always able to find it there.
yay for a next best option!
I agree with you on most points. Question though -- do you consider a vendor who's not a big corporation but who also uses and modify OEM items (often sourced from overseas) before sale as a small business too?
I'm not sure what OEM is...but yeah, that's tricky. Yes, I do because it is one individual seller. Do I think this small business is eco and ethical though? Not really based on what you've described
What is your favorite small business website outside of Etsy, I'd love to broaden my choices even further
I rarely use etsy haha! I just google whatever I'm looking for but really, I shop almost always secondhand, even for gifts! I also stumble across small business on TT/IG and give them a follow for future use :)
I feel like you could be one of my best friends ! Love from Greece
fun!! thanks for being here :)