Love Local & Eco-Friendly in 2025
Happy 2025! As you settle into the new year, I invite you to add one resolution to your list: shop small. There are many reasons to support small businesses; here are a few: Reinvest revenue […]
Tag: Sustainable Products
Refilling Hope in Boston
UVIDA began as a passion for using less plastic. Founder Maria Vasco was a junior at the University of Massachusetts when she was awarded a university scholarship that would propel her toward her goal of […]
Circular Living
Circularity as an approach to consumption is rooted in observation of the functionality of the Earth’s ecosystem. The underling principal of a circular approach is zero waste. In nature, the by-product of a process is […]
The Beauty of Cork
Natural cork is a renewable resource harvested from a specific species of Oak tree called the Quercus Suber, also known as the cork tree. These trees are mainly found in the Mediterranean, with Portugal being […]
Meet the Maker: Textile Revival
This is the story of a woman whose path brought her to middle Tennessee, where she started a business that married her two loves, art and fashion. Hailing from Iowa, Cindy Sarver found herself drawn […]
Give Greener
The holiday season is here and it’s one of my favorite times of the year. I love the festiveness, time with friends and family, and the warmth of the season. We put so much effort […]
Meet the Maker: Verdant Wild Apothecary
I recently had the opportunity to connect with Liz Hodges, the creator of Verdant Wild Apothecary, a small batch, botanical skincare line. Down to earth and happiest in nature, Liz creates holistic products by marrying […]
Living With Less Plastic
Plastic Free July is a campaign that encourages us to look at our relationship with plastic. How much plastic do we use on a daily basis? Where can we make adjustments to switch to reusable […]
Natural & Organic, What’s the Difference?
A common misconception exists amongst shoppers when it comes to the labels ‘natural’ and ‘organic’. Most people think that the two are equally safe, healthy and environmentally sound; in reality, they’re vastly different. This common […]
Bye-Bye Ziploc®: Plastic-Free Lunch
Did you know the average American uses around 500 single use plastic baggies a year? Only a small portion of those baggies will ever be recycled, the majority instead ending up in landfills and waterways […]
Sustainable Fashion: Viscose
When it comes to purchasing clothing, there are endless options at our fingertips. What makes one fabric better or more sustainable than another? What are the environmental impacts of creating clothing and how will it […]
Meet the Maker: Rapt Gift Wrap
Who doesn’t love giving and receiving gifts? Part of the joy of gift giving is choosing the wrapping paper that best suits the recipient and the occasion. A beautifully wrapped gift, adorned with ribbons and […]
MadAndie Brand Spotlight
Elizabeth Graf has always had a love for vintage. “The imperfections and stories behind every piece of old jewelry and furniture fascinate me. There has yet to be a vintage typewriter, metal box or wood […]
Refill It Nashville
There’s a movement taking hold around trash. As consumers become more aware of the issues surrounding trash, specifically plastic waste, they are not sitting idly by. People are seeking out alternatives to plastic, asking questions […]
Shop Small
w/ Love Local My name is Jen and I created Love Local because I wanted to support independently owned brands and truly shop small. My journey started while living in New York City, I stumbled […]
Meet the Maker : Heider’s Honey
Imagine a quiet residential neighborhood in Northeast Ohio lined with unassuming homes surrounded by green grass and full trees. The flowers are blooming and the bees are buzzing. Heider’s Honey is a small husband and […]
Meet the Maker : Natalie Busby
Chic. Elegant. Luxurious. Wearable. Sustainable. Natalie Busby is located in East Nashville, situated behind Barista Parlor and next door to the new tiki bar, Chopper. You’ll know you’re in the right place when you spot adorable […]
The Perfect Skin Care Routine for Fall
As the seasons change and fall temperatures start to provide some relief from summer heat, the needs of your skin also change. We met up with the fabulous and knowledgeable ladies at East Nashville’s natural beauty […]
Love Local Neighborhood Guide: Venice Beach
Los Angeles, CA, known for movie studios, movie stars, the Hollywood sign and the beach. The city, home to 4 million, is nestled between the San Gabriel Mountains and the Pacific Ocean. Within its 469 square mile […]
Green Door Gourmet Nashville’s Fanciest Farm
Green Door Gourmet is an oxymoron. It is the trendiest, most contemporary 80-year-old farm I’ve ever seen. Their farm store, housing a collection of organic produce and locally crafted products, has recently been renovated to […]
The Love Local Founding Story
After years of living in New York City, working in digital advertising and music marketing, I realized I wanted to influence people in a different way. The inspiration for Love Local began with my interest […]