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💸 3 ways refill shopping can actually help you save money 👀♻️
From food staples to household cleaning, some refill products are simply cheaper than packaged supermarket alternatives 🏷️
You can also:
✨ Buy only what you need
♻️ Reduce food waste
💰 Avoid paying for unnecessary packaging
We have even compared some of our refill prices directly against supermarkets 👀
Ever wondered how our loyalty cards are made? 👀✂️
Our loyalty cards are hand-cut and hand-stamped in-store using recycled card rather than glossy plastic cards. It is a simple part of our low-waste approach.
The video itself is a bit tongue-in-cheek but the part about reviews is true. Reviews genuinely help independent refill shops like ours become more visible online and help new customers feel more confident trying low-waste shopping 💚
We are open as normal throughout the Spring Bank Holiday weekend 🌿
If you are spending time locally this weekend, consider supporting independent businesses where you can 🛍️
Refill shopping is a practical way to reduce packaging waste, support local shops, and make more sustainable everyday choices 💚
Recycling is good. Refilling is best.
Any bottle can be reused for refill shopping ♻️
At our Sheffield refill shop, you can bring your own containers, even something unexpected, and refill essentials like washing up liquid or laundry products. We also have labels available to help keep track of what is inside.
In April, our community added 1025 refills, bringing the 2026 total to 3625 single-use bottles and packaging items saved from SESI refills alone 🌍
Why do sustainability events matter to Sheffield? 🌿
We asked the organiser behind The Sustainable Market.
A simple idea that makes plastic-free, low-waste shopping more accessible while supporting local independent traders.
Meet Cute Little Bags by Wendy 🧵
Wendy creates handmade reusable bags and accessories using cotton fabrics, focusing on low-waste production and practical alternatives to single-use plastics.
Her work began by replacing plastic party bags with reusable fabric ones, and has grown into a thoughtful handmade range.
You can now find her work at The Fair Alternative in our Sheffield shop.
Low-Waste Parenting with simple ideas for more mindful family habits! #SustainableLifeIdeas #LowWasteLiving #SustainableParenting #EcoFriendlyFamily #ReduceWaste #GreenLiving #FamilyTips
https://sustainablelifeideas.com/low-waste-parenting/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_medium=activitypub
Posted into Sustainable Living Magazine @sustainable-living-magazine-Lowcarbnocarb
Yesterday we talked about textile waste, and how big the problem can feel.
This is what part of the solution looks like in practice. Clothes that have been locally sourced, repaired, and reworked to keep them in use for longer.
Projects like this are happening right here in Sheffield, showing that small, practical actions really do add up.
There is a new smell in the shop, and it is a good one 🍵
We have just introduced a range of Dragonfly Tea to our shelves and online store, including plastic-free tea bags and thoughtfully sourced blends.
From calming herbal teas to everyday brews, these are teas that smell as good as they taste.
We have also left some space on the shelf. If there is a tea you would love us to stock, we would really like to hear your suggestions.
Our March top ten best sellers are in. 🌿📊
Hand Wash takes first place this month, followed by Fragranced Non Bio Laundry Liquid and Washing Up Liquid.
It is great to see a mix of returning favourites like Salt and Pepper Cashews and a new entry from Pecan Halves.
We have also compared refill hand wash prices with supermarket options, showing how refilling can reduce single-use plastic waste while also saving money. 💚♻️
Behind the scenes of our refill system in Sheffield ♻️
This is how SESI refills arrive and are poured into our dispenser barrels, ready for customers to use in-store. It is a simple circular system, with tubs reused again and again to reduce single-use plastic waste.
You can bring any container and refill essentials like Washing Up Liquid or Laundry Detergent.
In March, the community added 614 SESI refills, bringing our 2026 total to 2600 items saved🌍
Easter chocolate has arrived at The Bare Alternative 🐣🍫
This year’s range includes Tony's Chocolonely Easter eggs, plant based treats from Happi and Mummy Meegz, and smaller goodies like Chickee Eggs and mini chocolate bars, great for egg hunts.
We select chocolate from brands improving the cocoa industry, prioritising fair pay, transparency, and long term partnerships with farmers.
#EthicalChocolate #VeganEaster #LowWasteLiving #SheffieldIndependents
Tonight's Tea-
Vanilla Comoro
By: Harney & Sons
Would drink again?
Yes, going to be a staple of my collection, so far at least.
Ira's take-
Gentle, great if you have a craving for something light and sweet.
3 words that come to mind:
Dessert, fluffy, elegant,
Flavor:
sweet vanilla cream,
Aroma:
A very, very light hint of classic cake frosting
Recommendations:
Do- serve warm to hot.
Do not- add dairy milk, the flavor gets overpowered.
Specs:
Container- metal tin, vertically rectangular.
(Available with different packaging in larger quantities).
Teabag shape- 3-sided pyramid.
Teabag material- plant-based, biodegradable, corn-derived PLA (polylactic acid) mesh.
https://www.nwfabric.com/ask/harney-and-sons-tea-bag-material-your-complete-guide-to-safety-sustainability/
#tea #lowwasteliving
Will continue to add to this as I spend more time getting to know this tea
Our February photo review. 💚 A moment to pause and look back on what has been happening in the shop over the past month.
This time it includes refreshing The Fair Alternative display with new makers and artists, Easter displays starting to come together, new Miniml branding arriving on the shelves, a huge toilet roll delivery taking over the front of the shop, and a great refill moment using a mug for red lentils. ♻️
Our January TOP 10 Best Sellers are in. 🌿📊
We are also sharing price comparisons for Non-Bio Laundry Liquid and Pumpkin Seeds, showing how refilling compares with supermarket brands. In both cases, refill prices come out cheapest, even when comparing organic refills with non-organic options.
Less plastic, less waste, and real savings. 💚♻️
Our monthly photo review is one of my favourite regular posts to make. It gives us the chance to look back on the month that has passed, take stock, and feel proud of what we have achieved together.
January included two vegan markets, our annual shop tour, Veganuary moments in the shop, and new products including Epsom Salts, Dog Chews and Cleaning Brushes. A thoughtful start to the year. 💚♻️
January impact from our refill community ♻️
In January alone, customers at The Bare Alternative helped save 1333 single use bottles and packaging items by choosing SESI refills instead of buying new. 🚫🛢️🚫
This poster will be updated all year. February’s message is a timely reminder that chocolate 🍫 is even sweeter when it is fairly traded.
A little update from us. 💚
We are currently out of stock on some items after a very busy December. We are so grateful for the support, and now that we are back into the new year routine, we are getting things back on track.
Deliveries from smaller suppliers are already arriving, with larger restocks due next week. If you need something specific, our online store shows stock levels.
Thank you for your patience and for supporting independent.
🌱 Module 7 of Future‑Proof Your Garden in a Changing Climate is our most hands‑on yet.
From wildlife habitats to DIY fertilisers, hügelkultur to zero‑waste gardening - we’re closing the loop and getting practical.
Course starts 26 January.
👉 Enrol if you’re ready to garden with resilience and creativity: https://bit.ly/48fvqM0
#ClimateGardening
#RegenerativeGardening
#WildlifeGardens
#SoilHealth
#GrowResilient
#LowWasteLiving
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Looking for Christmas gift ideas?
Our ready-made gift packs bring together eco-friendly personal care, festive treats, chocolate bundles, and practical essentials. They are perfect for friends, family, and anyone who loves low-waste, thoughtful gifting.
Want something more personal? You can also build your own gift pack – we’ll share more about this soon.
Shop Sustainable This Festive Season at The Bare Alternative ✨
#SustainableGifts #EcoFriendlyChristmas #LowWasteLiving #TheBareAlternative
Our Christmas gift guide for kids and families focuses on bringing people together.
Plastic-free toys and family-friendly games that are designed to last and be enjoyed year after year. These are simple, affordable options for celebrating Christmas in a more meaningful and low-waste way.
With staff picks like Quiz In A Tin and seasonal favourites such as non-alcoholic punch, this guide is all about shared moments around the table.
Shop Sustainably This Festive Season 🎄
Your eco-friendly Christmas starts here.
Our full festive range is now online, including seasonal food and drink, meaningful gifts for every budget, and eco-friendly gift wrapping and greeting cards.
It's simple to browse and easy to order on desktop or mobile, and you can order with local home delivery or nationwide shipping 🚚
Enjoy thoughtful, low-waste Christmas shopping that didn't cost the earth 💚🌍
"Washing your hair less doesn't just save you money, it's also much better for your hair condition. It can also help to limit the aging effects of over exposure to hot water and chemicals on your skin..."
https://phys.org/news/2019-02-hair-environment.html
#SustainableLiving #EcoLifestyle #NaturalHealth #HealthyHairCare #LowWasteLiving #EcoHabits #HealthAndWellness #MinimalistLifestyle #ReduceChemicals #HolisticHealth #SelfCare #WellbeingJourney #EnvironmentallyFriendly #MindBodyConnection #PlanetFriendlyChoices
16 Sustainable Recipes That Will Help You Save Plenty
Budget-friendly, eco-friendly, and delicious — these sustainable recipes make every ingredient count. 🌱💚
#recipes #SustainableCooking #EcoFriendlyEats #BudgetMeals #LowWasteLiving
https://www.binkysculinarycarnival.com/16-sustainable-recipes-that-will-help-you-save-plenty/
16 Sustainable Recipes That Will Help You Save Plenty
Budget-friendly, eco-friendly, and delicious — these sustainable recipes make every ingredient count. 🌱💚
#recipes #SustainableCooking #EcoFriendlyEats #BudgetMeals #LowWasteLiving
https://www.binkysculinarycarnival.com/19-unique-cupcake-creations-that-are-sweet-tooth-approved/
What did we do to preserve homes before the chemical concoctions we use today existed? Here is an open source plaster and eco-plaster page that explores the options.
https://www.onecommunityglobal.org/plaster/
#EcoPlaster #NaturalBuilding #SustainableHomes #GreenConstruction #HealthyMaterials #NonToxicLiving #EcoArchitecture #RegenerativeDesign #SustainableBuilding #EarthFriendlyDesign #LowWasteLiving #OpenSourceSustainability
🐾 Plastic Free July – Day 24: Reducing Plastic with Pets
Pet care is another area where plastic sneaks in. From synthetic toys to single-use packaging.
Try these low waste swaps:
🐶 Switch to natural jute and suede toys
💩 Try compostable poo bags
🍪 Pick treats in compostable packs
Good for your pet 🐱🐶
Good for the planet 💚🌍
We’ve got a pet-friendly range in-store and online for eco-conscious pet owners 🛒
#PlasticFreeJuly #LowWasteLiving #EcoPets #SustainableSheffield
Day 21 of Plastic Free July is all about shopping at bulk food stores, which is what we do best!
At The Bare Alternative, refill 200+ foods for cooking healthy meals, household cleaners for a spotless eco-friendly home and personal care products made from natural ingredients.
Cut plastic at the source and shop better for the planet 💚
Find us in Sheffield or shop online for local home delivery or nationwide shopping. 🛒
#PlasticFreeJuly #RefillShop #LowWasteLiving #PlasticFreeShopping
Still buying soap in new plastic bottles?
Here are 5 swaps to help ditch single‑use
🧼 Bar soap
🚿 Shampoo and body bars
♻️ Refillable options
🌍 Plastic‑free travel minis
Why swap❓500 billion plastic bottles are used each year worldwide, and most aren’t recycled. Making one small change reduces that waste
Come explore solid and refill options in-store!
Recycling is good, refilling is best
#PlasticFreeJuly #SoapBars #LowWasteLiving #EcoBathroom #RefillShop #SustainableSwaps #PlasticFreeLifestyle