Do-It-Yourself

The Importance of Do-It-Yourself

Did you know that about one third of the total waste generated in the United States is packaging waste? One way to cut down on that is to do it yourself! By making some of your own beauty and other products you can reduce the impact packaging has on our environment. Did you also know that fast food restaurants produce up 50% of street waste? This can be reduced by cooking at home and avoiding waste like Styrofoam to-go containers.

When you’re out grocery shopping, keep in mind the high waste that comes with individually packaged goods. Help reduce shopping waste by using a reusable grocery bag, repurposing old T-shirts, making your own granola or trail mix, and making crafts out of recycled materials.

Our current economy is linear, meaning that materials are utilized for a product and then thrown away. It follows the plan of taking materials, making products and disposing waste. This leads to value being put into those that can produce and sell as many products as possible, which puts a strain on our environment. By utilizing DIY, you can help reduce the stress for new products and the packing waste produced by them.

DIY Program Ideas

Host a relaxing DIY beauty event. Make face masks, lip scrubs, and other fun beauty products.
Get a jump start on spring cleaning by learning how to make natural cleaners.
Hold an event to make Valentine’s cards and gifts for loved ones.
Learn how to make homemade granola to use for DIY trail mixes.
Did you know that most toothpaste containers aren’t recyclable? Learn how to make your own toothpaste.

The Importance of Do-It-Yourself

DIY Program Ideas

DIY Products