The Green Jar Social

The Green Jar Social
✨Have you seen our @baggu reusable bags?
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♻️Focused on minimizing waste and increasing durability, Baggu’s reusable ripstop bags are ethically assembled using one continuous piece of 100% recycled nylon and scrap materials.( 59% heavyweight recycled nylon and 65% recycled cotton )
This helps to keep textiles scraps out of landfills, conserve petroleum resources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Baggu bags are stylish, playful and functional for everyday living
Bonus: they are machine washable!
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#baggu #recycled #recycledmaterials #handbags #fannypack ##shoppingbag #reusable #thegreenjar #ecofriendlyliving #ecosistahs #thegreenjarshop #springcolours #instagood #toronto #springvibes #torontosmallbusinessowner #reuse
Mar 29

✨Have you seen our @baggu reusable bags?
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♻️Focused on minimizing waste and increasing durability, Baggu’s reusable ripstop bags are ethically assembled using one continuous piece of 100% recycled nylon and scrap materials.( 59% heavyweight recycled nylon and 65% recycled cotton )
This helps to keep textiles scraps out of landfills, conserve petroleum resources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Baggu bags are stylish, playful and functional for everyday living
Bonus: they are machine washable!
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#baggu #recycled #recycledmaterials #handbags #fannypack ##shoppingbag #reusable #thegreenjar #ecofriendlyliving #ecosistahs #thegreenjarshop #springcolours #instagood #toronto #springvibes #torontosmallbusinessowner #reuse
Happy Saturday!
We are open from 10am-6pm, today.
Bring your empty containers for refill and your hard-to-recycle plastics (link in bio of what we accept)
We are tagging a few items that give us spring vibes🌷
See you soon!
#thegreenjar #happysaturday #plasticrecycling #refillrevilution #reducereuserecycle #recyclerevolution #saturdayvibes #rain #spring
Mar 25

Happy Saturday!
We are open from 10am-6pm, today.
Bring your empty containers for refill and your hard-to-recycle plastics (link in bio of what we accept)
We are tagging a few items that give us spring vibes🌷
See you soon!
#thegreenjar #happysaturday #plasticrecycling #refillrevilution #reducereuserecycle #recyclerevolution #saturdayvibes #rain #spring
Any time is tea time…
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#tea #teapot #teapots #kettle #cha #teaware #tealog #teatime #tealover #tealovers #teaparty #instatea #teaphotography #gongfucha #teaceremony #kitchen #mykitchen #cottagekitchen #cottagecore #cosycottage #cosyhomestyle #cosyhome #myhomestyle #homesweethome #spotmycottage #chadao #teatable #teaculture #teaphoto #teahouse
Mar 25

Any time is tea time…
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#tea #teapot #teapots #kettle #cha #teaware #tealog #teatime #tealover #tealovers #teaparty #instatea #teaphotography #gongfucha #teaceremony #kitchen #mykitchen #cottagekitchen #cottagecore #cosycottage #cosyhomestyle #cosyhome #myhomestyle #homesweethome #spotmycottage #chadao #teatable #teaculture #teaphoto #teahouse
Earth Hour is a symbolic event to raise awareness of climate change.
Every year, we countdown together across the globe to celebrate Earth Hour and take one iconic action: switch off the lights, for one hour and drastically reduce our carbon footprint.
There are many thing we can enjoy during Earth Hour.
Go for a walk
Enjoy a candle lit supper
Hold a scavenger hunt lit by flashlights
Enjoy a family game night, online
#wastefree
#thegreenjar
#earthhour
#zerowaste
#plasticfree
#ecofriendly
#sustainableliving
#sustainability
#sustainable
#recycle
#zerowasteliving
#thegreenjarshop
#reuse
#zerowastehome
#eco
#gogreen
Mar 25

Earth Hour is a symbolic event to raise awareness of climate change.
Every year, we countdown together across the globe to celebrate Earth Hour and take one iconic action: switch off the lights, for one hour and drastically reduce our carbon footprint.
There are many thing we can enjoy during Earth Hour.
Go for a walk
Enjoy a candle lit supper
Hold a scavenger hunt lit by flashlights
Enjoy a family game night, online
#wastefree
#thegreenjar
#earthhour
#zerowaste
#plasticfree
#ecofriendly
#sustainableliving
#sustainability
#sustainable
#recycle
#zerowasteliving
#thegreenjarshop
#reuse
#zerowastehome
#eco
#gogreen
World Water Day 2023
Sanitation, food supply and natural environment – all these rely on water.
This World Water Day is an opportunity to unite and accelerate change to solve the water and sanitation crisis.
* flush toilets less often whenever possible
* run the dishwasher only once full
* take a shower every other day
*turn off your faucet when brushing teeth
* save your gray water for your housplants or garden
* take shorter showers
* water lawns and gardens only when needed and only during early morning or evening when evaporation is lower
* use rain barrels or a catchment system to capture valuable rainwater.
#worldwaterday #thegreenjarshop #climatechange #cleanwaterforall #thegreenjar #stewardsoftheland #groundwater #foodsupply #foodsecurity #environmental #watersanitation
Mar 22

World Water Day 2023
Sanitation, food supply and natural environment – all these rely on water.
This World Water Day is an opportunity to unite and accelerate change to solve the water and sanitation crisis.
* flush toilets less often whenever possible
* run the dishwasher only once full
* take a shower every other day
*turn off your faucet when brushing teeth
* save your gray water for your housplants or garden
* take shorter showers
* water lawns and gardens only when needed and only during early morning or evening when evaporation is lower
* use rain barrels or a catchment system to capture valuable rainwater.
#worldwaterday #thegreenjarshop #climatechange #cleanwaterforall #thegreenjar #stewardsoftheland #groundwater #foodsupply #foodsecurity #environmental #watersanitation
International Day of Forests 2023
The theme for 2023 is “Forests and Health”
Forests give us so much to our health. They purify the water, clean the air, capture carbon to fight climate change, provide food and life-saving medicines, and improve our well-being.
It’s up to us to safeguard these precious natural resources.
This 2023 calls for giving, not just taking, because healthy forests will bring healthy people.
Did you know?
* The total number of plant species used for medicinal purposes could be as high as 50 000.
* Several studies proved that a visit to a forest environment lowers blood pressure and pulse rate, and reduces cortisol levels.
* The world is losing 10 million hectares of forest each year due to deforestation - about the size of Iceland- and insects damage around 35 million hectares of forest annually.
Source: FAO 2020, un.org
📷 Landon Parenteau
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#worldforestday #intldayofforests #internationaldayofforests #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #ecofriendlyliving #climatechange #getoutside #stewardsoftheearth #forestbathing
Mar 21

International Day of Forests 2023
The theme for 2023 is “Forests and Health”
Forests give us so much to our health. They purify the water, clean the air, capture carbon to fight climate change, provide food and life-saving medicines, and improve our well-being.
It’s up to us to safeguard these precious natural resources.
This 2023 calls for giving, not just taking, because healthy forests will bring healthy people.
Did you know?
* The total number of plant species used for medicinal purposes could be as high as 50 000.
* Several studies proved that a visit to a forest environment lowers blood pressure and pulse rate, and reduces cortisol levels.
* The world is losing 10 million hectares of forest each year due to deforestation - about the size of Iceland- and insects damage around 35 million hectares of forest annually.
Source: FAO 2020, un.org
📷 Landon Parenteau
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#worldforestday #intldayofforests #internationaldayofforests #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #ecofriendlyliving #climatechange #getoutside #stewardsoftheearth #forestbathing
That’s right! @thegreenjarshop accepts number 5 plastic pasta bags for recycling!
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It will go to @plasticflux . They will shred these, and other number 5 & 2 plastics and turn them into stylish items, like charcuterie boards, coasters, coffee tables & shelves!
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Just look for the little recycling symbol on the bottom of the bag.
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#ReduceWasteTO #ecosistahs #plasticrecycling #reducereuserecycle #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #plasticwaste #recyclerevolution #circulareconomy #upcycle #plasticflux #climatechange #cityoftoronto
Mar 19

That’s right! @thegreenjarshop accepts number 5 plastic pasta bags for recycling!
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It will go to @plasticflux . They will shred these, and other number 5 & 2 plastics and turn them into stylish items, like charcuterie boards, coasters, coffee tables & shelves!
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Just look for the little recycling symbol on the bottom of the bag.
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#ReduceWasteTO #ecosistahs #plasticrecycling #reducereuserecycle #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #plasticwaste #recyclerevolution #circulareconomy #upcycle #plasticflux #climatechange #cityoftoronto
Global Recycling Day is a day to learn how to stop producing products that produce waste. It is a day where one can learn how to support a circular economy.
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Only 9% of plastic gets recycled, globally since 1950 (Plastics Europe, 2006). The Green Jar has created partnerships with companies that help reduce single-use plastics from entering landfills through creative initiatives. These partnerships make it easy for our community to make green choices and to #reduce #recycle #reuse #repurpose #refuse
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♻️To celebrate, we @thegreenjarshop are offering 10% off your refills today, with your #hardtorecycleplastics donation.
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Drop by with your #2 ,#5 plastic , coffee bags, pens, photocopy ink cartridges, bread & milk clips and oral care donations between 10am-6pm.
1061 St Clair Ave W.
Don`t forget to bring your clean & dry containers!
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📷polina tankilevitch
#globalrecyclingday #Recycle #ReduceReuseRecycle #WasteReduction #Sustainability #GreenLiving #EcoFriendly #ZeroWaste #CircularEconomy #PlasticFree #GoGreen #byoc #refillrevolution #reuserevolution #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #upcycle #ecosistahs #ciyofTO
Mar 18

Global Recycling Day is a day to learn how to stop producing products that produce waste. It is a day where one can learn how to support a circular economy.
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Only 9% of plastic gets recycled, globally since 1950 (Plastics Europe, 2006). The Green Jar has created partnerships with companies that help reduce single-use plastics from entering landfills through creative initiatives. These partnerships make it easy for our community to make green choices and to #reduce #recycle #reuse #repurpose #refuse
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♻️To celebrate, we @thegreenjarshop are offering 10% off your refills today, with your #hardtorecycleplastics donation.
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Drop by with your #2 ,#5 plastic , coffee bags, pens, photocopy ink cartridges, bread & milk clips and oral care donations between 10am-6pm.
1061 St Clair Ave W.
Don`t forget to bring your clean & dry containers!
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📷polina tankilevitch
#globalrecyclingday #Recycle #ReduceReuseRecycle #WasteReduction #Sustainability #GreenLiving #EcoFriendly #ZeroWaste #CircularEconomy #PlasticFree #GoGreen #byoc #refillrevolution #reuserevolution #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #upcycle #ecosistahs #ciyofTO
Wowee, we have collected a little over 1,600 pounds (725KG) of textiles in 3 days!! That’s a lot of textiles saved from landfill!
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Give yourself a big high-five.
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As we have learned, the average person throws away 37 kilograms of textiles each year, and 95 per cent of those clothes could be reused or recycled.
(Source: Waste Reduction, @cityofto)
Every 1lb of clothing reused and saved from landfill prevents 15lbs of greenhouse gasses. That means that @thegreenjarshop community has helped to divert 24,000 pounds(10,887KG) of greenhouse gasses from entering our atmosphere!
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In 2023, you have helped us collect 2,900 pounds of textiles and a whopping 5,676 pounds collected from all 3 events!
If you missed the event and require a pickup, email us: connect@thegreenjarshop.com to schedule a local pickup for a fee.
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📷madison inouye
#sustainabletextiles #refillrevolution #ecotextiles #textileconservation #greenfashion #upcycle #cityofTO #torontorecycles #thegreenjarshop #thegreenjar #reuserevolution #reusenotrefuse #circulareconomy #ecosistahs #instagood #textiles #torontotextiles #communityfirst
Mar 17

Wowee, we have collected a little over 1,600 pounds (725KG) of textiles in 3 days!! That’s a lot of textiles saved from landfill!
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Give yourself a big high-five.
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As we have learned, the average person throws away 37 kilograms of textiles each year, and 95 per cent of those clothes could be reused or recycled.
(Source: Waste Reduction, @cityofto)
Every 1lb of clothing reused and saved from landfill prevents 15lbs of greenhouse gasses. That means that @thegreenjarshop community has helped to divert 24,000 pounds(10,887KG) of greenhouse gasses from entering our atmosphere!
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In 2023, you have helped us collect 2,900 pounds of textiles and a whopping 5,676 pounds collected from all 3 events!
If you missed the event and require a pickup, email us: connect@thegreenjarshop.com to schedule a local pickup for a fee.
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📷madison inouye
#sustainabletextiles #refillrevolution #ecotextiles #textileconservation #greenfashion #upcycle #cityofTO #torontorecycles #thegreenjarshop #thegreenjar #reuserevolution #reusenotrefuse #circulareconomy #ecosistahs #instagood #textiles #torontotextiles #communityfirst
We accept all plastic, flexible coffee bags for recycling!
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It does not have to be Ethical Bean coffee bags.
You do not need to clean the packaging before dropping it off, but please remove as much of the remaining product as possible.
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Once collected, the flexible coffee bags are cleaned and separated by material type. The materials are recycled into raw formats that manufacturers use to make new products.
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We also collect oral products, pens and more!
Head over to our link in our bio to see what @thegreenjarshop collects for recycling.
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Many of these plastic end products that go to @terracycleca are turned into outdoor furniture and decking, plastic shipping pallets, watering cans, storage containers and bins, tubes for construction applications, flooring tiles, playground surface covers, athletic fields, and more!
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#thegreenjar #recyclerevolution #ecofriendlyliving #recycle #reducereuserecycle #ecosistahs #torontorecycles #terracycle #terracyclecanada
Mar 15

We accept all plastic, flexible coffee bags for recycling!
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It does not have to be Ethical Bean coffee bags.
You do not need to clean the packaging before dropping it off, but please remove as much of the remaining product as possible.
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Once collected, the flexible coffee bags are cleaned and separated by material type. The materials are recycled into raw formats that manufacturers use to make new products.
*
We also collect oral products, pens and more!
Head over to our link in our bio to see what @thegreenjarshop collects for recycling.
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Many of these plastic end products that go to @terracycleca are turned into outdoor furniture and decking, plastic shipping pallets, watering cans, storage containers and bins, tubes for construction applications, flooring tiles, playground surface covers, athletic fields, and more!
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#thegreenjar #recyclerevolution #ecofriendlyliving #recycle #reducereuserecycle #ecosistahs #torontorecycles #terracycle #terracyclecanada
Sodium Percarbonate or Safe Bleach provides powerful bleaching, cleaning, stain removal capabilities, without harming your clothes.
Even better, it’s biodegradable breaking into water, oxygen, and soda ash.
Have you tried safe bleach as a grout cleaner?
Recipe:
Mix equal parts of water and sodium percarbonate
Apply paste to grout, using cloth rag or old toothbrush, scrubbing well
Let stand for about 5-30 minutes, but do not let mixture dry
Rinse grout well with cool water and dry with a clean cloth
#thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #greencleaning #saveyourdollar #savetheplanet #savemoneyandtheplanet #groutcleaner #biodegradable #oxygenbleach #oxygencleaner #ecosistahs #ecofriendlyliving #bulk #refillrevolution #reuserevolution
Mar 14

Sodium Percarbonate or Safe Bleach provides powerful bleaching, cleaning, stain removal capabilities, without harming your clothes.
Even better, it’s biodegradable breaking into water, oxygen, and soda ash.
Have you tried safe bleach as a grout cleaner?
Recipe:
Mix equal parts of water and sodium percarbonate
Apply paste to grout, using cloth rag or old toothbrush, scrubbing well
Let stand for about 5-30 minutes, but do not let mixture dry
Rinse grout well with cool water and dry with a clean cloth
#thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #greencleaning #saveyourdollar #savetheplanet #savemoneyandtheplanet #groutcleaner #biodegradable #oxygenbleach #oxygencleaner #ecosistahs #ecofriendlyliving #bulk #refillrevolution #reuserevolution
Looking for soft, shiny hair? Apple Cider Vinegar naturally restores hair’s oils by stripping away dulling residue from hair products.
Specially formulated with ACV and French Red Clay, this bar will help strengthen and soften the hair from root to tip.
-vegan
-not tested on animals
-biodegradable
-no added fragrance
Mar 14

Looking for soft, shiny hair? Apple Cider Vinegar naturally restores hair’s oils by stripping away dulling residue from hair products.
Specially formulated with ACV and French Red Clay, this bar will help strengthen and soften the hair from root to tip.
-vegan
-not tested on animals
-biodegradable
-no added fragrance
🎉Online orders for pickup are back!
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Thank you for your patience, as we repaired our order and payment system.
It is all back online!
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#thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #computersaysno #onlineorders #smallbusiness #ecosistahs #makingitwork #refillrevolution #plasticfree #zerowaste #lowwasteliving
Mar 11

🎉Online orders for pickup are back!
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Thank you for your patience, as we repaired our order and payment system.
It is all back online!
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#thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #computersaysno #onlineorders #smallbusiness #ecosistahs #makingitwork #refillrevolution #plasticfree #zerowaste #lowwasteliving
We are open on Saturday, 10am-6pm.
Bring your containers for refill.
#refillrevolution #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #ecofriendlyliving #daylightsavings #wildlifeincanada #winter #ecosistahs
Mar 11

We are open on Saturday, 10am-6pm.
Bring your containers for refill.
#refillrevolution #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #ecofriendlyliving #daylightsavings #wildlifeincanada #winter #ecosistahs
🗓 Today is International Women`s Day!
Making up 51% of the Earth’s population, women and girls around the world are actively working towards creating a just, sustainable, and climate-safe future.
Unfortunately, large structural gaps in inequality remain as barriers to reaching those goals.
✊️ Collectively, we need to recognize the many benefits women bring to the table to start to close the gaps and accelerate action to solve the climate crisis.
🌍 Research suggests women-owned and women-led businesses have better performance around environmental, social and governance (ESG) measures as well as sizable financial results. But they remain under-represented and often underfunded (Source: Globe and Mail, 2022).
👉 That`s why we`ve put together this list of Women-Led Businesses Leading in Sustainability! Read it at the link in our bio!
💕 Many thanks to our tagged partners and members of our Sustainability Alliance for every.single.action they take to push the environmental movement forward!
#randomactsofgreen #iwd #internationalwomensday #womenled #womenowned #womenownedbusiness #womenempowerment #strongwomen #girlpower #equality #womeninbusiness #empoweringwomen
Mar 8

🗓 Today is International Women`s Day!
Making up 51% of the Earth’s population, women and girls around the world are actively working towards creating a just, sustainable, and climate-safe future.
Unfortunately, large structural gaps in inequality remain as barriers to reaching those goals.
✊️ Collectively, we need to recognize the many benefits women bring to the table to start to close the gaps and accelerate action to solve the climate crisis.
🌍 Research suggests women-owned and women-led businesses have better performance around environmental, social and governance (ESG) measures as well as sizable financial results. But they remain under-represented and often underfunded (Source: Globe and Mail, 2022).
👉 That`s why we`ve put together this list of Women-Led Businesses Leading in Sustainability! Read it at the link in our bio!
💕 Many thanks to our tagged partners and members of our Sustainability Alliance for every.single.action they take to push the environmental movement forward!
#randomactsofgreen #iwd #internationalwomensday #womenled #womenowned #womenownedbusiness #womenempowerment #strongwomen #girlpower #equality #womeninbusiness #empoweringwomen
International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.
The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality.
#thegreenjarshop #internationalwomensday #breakthebias #equity #thegreenjar #ecofriendlyliving #iwd2023 #womeninbusiness
Mar 8

International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women.
The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality.
#thegreenjarshop #internationalwomensday #breakthebias #equity #thegreenjar #ecofriendlyliving #iwd2023 #womeninbusiness
It’s International Women’s Day. Thank you to my female friends and family members who mean so much to me (I won’t tag you here but you know who you are!)
To all of my women in business*, thank you for your
📣 Guidance
📣Leadership
📣Cajoling
📣Support
📣Inspiration
*this list is by no means exhaustive. There are so many I haven’t included here.
#wegotthis
#internationalwomensday
#resilience
#femaleentrepreneur
Mar 8

It’s International Women’s Day. Thank you to my female friends and family members who mean so much to me (I won’t tag you here but you know who you are!)
To all of my women in business*, thank you for your
📣 Guidance
📣Leadership
📣Cajoling
📣Support
📣Inspiration
*this list is by no means exhaustive. There are so many I haven’t included here.
#wegotthis
#internationalwomensday
#resilience
#femaleentrepreneur
There are many parts to this day that are a challenge, like the shovelling and commute, but what a beautiful day!
Stay safe. Give yourself lots of time to travel, stretch before you shovel, take breaks and stay hydrated.
We are so pleased to see all the beautiful faces that made it to our shop, today
If you cannot make it to us we deliver.
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Happy Snow Day!
#thegreenjar #snow #snowday #love #refillrevolution
Mar 4

There are many parts to this day that are a challenge, like the shovelling and commute, but what a beautiful day!
Stay safe. Give yourself lots of time to travel, stretch before you shovel, take breaks and stay hydrated.
We are so pleased to see all the beautiful faces that made it to our shop, today
If you cannot make it to us we deliver.
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Happy Snow Day!
#thegreenjar #snow #snowday #love #refillrevolution
🔥That’s right!
We are once again, accepting #6 plastic bread & milk tags!
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@thegreenjarshop are partnering with a local high-school student, who is collecting on behalf of a charity (Link in bio)
We love seeing young eco-warriors help with a good cause and help planet earth at the same time!
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FYI: #6 plastics can be recycled, but not bread and milk tags, because they are too small! @cityofto The TOWaste app says to toss them in the garbage.
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#cityoftoronto #toronto #torontogarbage #torontowaste #upcycledplastic #reducereuserecyle #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #ecoanxiety #ecofriendlyliving #ecosistahs
Mar 4

🔥That’s right!
We are once again, accepting #6 plastic bread & milk tags!
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@thegreenjarshop are partnering with a local high-school student, who is collecting on behalf of a charity (Link in bio)
We love seeing young eco-warriors help with a good cause and help planet earth at the same time!
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FYI: #6 plastics can be recycled, but not bread and milk tags, because they are too small! @cityofto The TOWaste app says to toss them in the garbage.
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#cityoftoronto #toronto #torontogarbage #torontowaste #upcycledplastic #reducereuserecyle #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #ecoanxiety #ecofriendlyliving #ecosistahs
#filteredwater #water #rowater #reverseosmosis #reverseosmosiswater #filteredwater #shoplocal #shopsmall #ecosistahs #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #ecofriendlyliving #refillery #refillrevolution #reducereuserecycle #byoc
Mar 4

#filteredwater #water #rowater #reverseosmosis #reverseosmosiswater #filteredwater #shoplocal #shopsmall #ecosistahs #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #ecofriendlyliving #refillery #refillrevolution #reducereuserecycle #byoc
#worldwildlifeday #bekindtomotherearth #thegreenjar #saveouroceans #onesmallchange #thegreenjarshop #climateaction #doyourpart #byoc #environmentaljustice #ocean365 #plasticfreetoronto #beesarelife
Mar 3

#worldwildlifeday #bekindtomotherearth #thegreenjar #saveouroceans #onesmallchange #thegreenjarshop #climateaction #doyourpart #byoc #environmentaljustice #ocean365 #plasticfreetoronto #beesarelife
Thank you all, for your textile donations!
We are excited to see the final tally, as to how many kilograms we have collected and diverted from landfill.
We will keep you posted!
Mar 3

Thank you all, for your textile donations!
We are excited to see the final tally, as to how many kilograms we have collected and diverted from landfill.
We will keep you posted!
Last day to drop off your textiles!
Please bring them in a bag.
See you soon!
12-6pm
1061 St Clair Ave W
#thegreenjar #textiles #circulareconomy #reuservolution #ecosistahs
Mar 2

Last day to drop off your textiles!
Please bring them in a bag.
See you soon!
12-6pm
1061 St Clair Ave W
#thegreenjar #textiles #circulareconomy #reuservolution #ecosistahs
Day two in the bag( wink)
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Thank you for a successful turnout!
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The average household throws away 81.5LB (37KG) and the textile industry generates about 8-10% of global carbon emissions.
With every pound of textile waste we save from landfill, we prevent 15 pounds of greenhouse gasses from entering our precious earth’s atmosphere.
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✨To date, YOU have helped us re-divert 61,140 pounds of carbon emissions!
This staggering number does not include the textiles from this week’s event!
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🌎We are thrilled that our community has made a small, yet hugely impactful contribution to our #planet
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We are open tomorrow (Thursday) 12-6pm.
Bring your #textiles and bring a jar! 10% off your #refill with your donation!
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Now, we are going home to make use of our heating pad and have an early night.
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See you soon!
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#thegreenjar #ecosistahs #circular #circulareconomy #getreusedtoit #upcycle upcyclefashion #torontorefillery #smallbusiness #smallchanges #smallbusinessowner #instagood #textiles
Mar 2

Day two in the bag( wink)
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Thank you for a successful turnout!
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The average household throws away 81.5LB (37KG) and the textile industry generates about 8-10% of global carbon emissions.
With every pound of textile waste we save from landfill, we prevent 15 pounds of greenhouse gasses from entering our precious earth’s atmosphere.
*
✨To date, YOU have helped us re-divert 61,140 pounds of carbon emissions!
This staggering number does not include the textiles from this week’s event!
*
🌎We are thrilled that our community has made a small, yet hugely impactful contribution to our #planet
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We are open tomorrow (Thursday) 12-6pm.
Bring your #textiles and bring a jar! 10% off your #refill with your donation!
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Now, we are going home to make use of our heating pad and have an early night.
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See you soon!
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#thegreenjar #ecosistahs #circular #circulareconomy #getreusedtoit #upcycle upcyclefashion #torontorefillery #smallbusiness #smallchanges #smallbusinessowner #instagood #textiles
Part two of our Black History month series! This week we will showcase 3 more businesses that are black-owned green businesses in Toronto! Swipe right to see some amazing local businesses!
#blackownedbusiness#blackownedbusinesses#microgreensbusiness#blackhistorymonth#blackowned#netzero#localbusinesses
Feb 28

Part two of our Black History month series! This week we will showcase 3 more businesses that are black-owned green businesses in Toronto! Swipe right to see some amazing local businesses!
#blackownedbusiness#blackownedbusinesses#microgreensbusiness#blackhistorymonth#blackowned#netzero#localbusinesses
Back, by popular demand!
Take a deep breath of the Boreal forest’s rich, earthy scent and enjoy our cedar and sage shampoo, specially formulated to help revitalize your scalp naturally.
Your hair will absorb the cedar, known for its antibacterial properties, for a deep cleansing effect.
The sage, known to help balance sebum production, blends with the hemlock, burdock, and nettle extracts to invigorate and stabilize.
Go ahead – let the scent of the forest soothe your soul and amplify your senses.
#greenclean #onekaelements #thegreenjar #ecofriendlyliving #lowwasteliving #ecosistahs #thegreenjarshop #vegan #plantbased #canadianmade #familyownedbusiness #supportlocal #shopsmall
Feb 25

Back, by popular demand!
Take a deep breath of the Boreal forest’s rich, earthy scent and enjoy our cedar and sage shampoo, specially formulated to help revitalize your scalp naturally.
Your hair will absorb the cedar, known for its antibacterial properties, for a deep cleansing effect.
The sage, known to help balance sebum production, blends with the hemlock, burdock, and nettle extracts to invigorate and stabilize.
Go ahead – let the scent of the forest soothe your soul and amplify your senses.
#greenclean #onekaelements #thegreenjar #ecofriendlyliving #lowwasteliving #ecosistahs #thegreenjarshop #vegan #plantbased #canadianmade #familyownedbusiness #supportlocal #shopsmall
⛅️Happy Saturday!
Orders for pickup are temporarily disabled on our online store.
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Here’s a workaround: You can place your order for DELIVERY and use the shop address. 1061 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON, M6E 1A6.
Apologies for any inconvenience, as we sort this out.
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🫙Our shop is open for refills today from 10 AM-6 PM
📷@tidbitsphotography
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#thegreenjar #technicaldifficulties #torontosmallbusinessowner #smallbusiness #refillrevolution #instagood
Feb 25

⛅️Happy Saturday!
Orders for pickup are temporarily disabled on our online store.
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Here’s a workaround: You can place your order for DELIVERY and use the shop address. 1061 St Clair Ave W, Toronto, ON, M6E 1A6.
Apologies for any inconvenience, as we sort this out.
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🫙Our shop is open for refills today from 10 AM-6 PM
📷@tidbitsphotography
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#thegreenjar #technicaldifficulties #torontosmallbusinessowner #smallbusiness #refillrevolution #instagood
The Holiday Scent Collection has a traditional yet festive aroma of cranberries, pine and a hint of cinnamon.
*Multisurface Cleaner
Super efficient multi-surface cleaner
Makes mirrors and windows sparkle.
*Hand and body soap
Natural ingredients
Gentle formula,
Suitable for all skin types
*Fragrance Extract - 10ml bottle
This festive aroma
Diffuses throughout your room
Creates welcoming & refreshing atmosphere.
*available pre-bottled or bulk
*naturally sourced, toxin-free ingredients
*biodegradable
*non-irritating to the respiratory tract
#wastefree
#thegreenjar
#plasticfree
#ecofriendly
#sustainableliving
#sustainability
#sustainable
#recycle
#zerowasteliving
#reuse
#eco
#thegreenjarshop
#greencleaning
#gogreen
#zerowastelifestyle
#zerowastelife
#noplastic
#reducereuserecycle
#nowaste
#lesswaste
#lowwaste
#environment
#reducewaste
#reduce
#wastefreeliving
#plasticfreeliving
#organic
#vegan
#bethechange
#greenliving
Feb 18

The Holiday Scent Collection has a traditional yet festive aroma of cranberries, pine and a hint of cinnamon.
*Multisurface Cleaner
Super efficient multi-surface cleaner
Makes mirrors and windows sparkle.
*Hand and body soap
Natural ingredients
Gentle formula,
Suitable for all skin types
*Fragrance Extract - 10ml bottle
This festive aroma
Diffuses throughout your room
Creates welcoming & refreshing atmosphere.
*available pre-bottled or bulk
*naturally sourced, toxin-free ingredients
*biodegradable
*non-irritating to the respiratory tract
#wastefree
#thegreenjar
#plasticfree
#ecofriendly
#sustainableliving
#sustainability
#sustainable
#recycle
#zerowasteliving
#reuse
#eco
#thegreenjarshop
#greencleaning
#gogreen
#zerowastelifestyle
#zerowastelife
#noplastic
#reducereuserecycle
#nowaste
#lesswaste
#lowwaste
#environment
#reducewaste
#reduce
#wastefreeliving
#plasticfreeliving
#organic
#vegan
#bethechange
#greenliving
💥It’s baaack!
There was an overwhelming request to hold another event.
@thegreenjarshop will hold a 3 day textile drive!
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Bring CLEAN, unwanted textiles, scraps, ripped clothing, shoes- anything that cannot be reused or donated elsewhere. Let’s keep it out of landfill!
All textiles will be matched with businesses that will reuse or repurpose .*
Mark your calendars on Tuesday February 28th, Wednesday March 1st and Thursday March 2nd, 2023.
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1061 St Clair Avenue West, from 12pm-6pm.
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#reusenotrefuse #textile #upcyclefashion #upcycle #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #clinatechange #bethechange #smallchanges #community #blackhistoryiseveryday #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness
Feb 17

💥It’s baaack!
There was an overwhelming request to hold another event.
@thegreenjarshop will hold a 3 day textile drive!
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Bring CLEAN, unwanted textiles, scraps, ripped clothing, shoes- anything that cannot be reused or donated elsewhere. Let’s keep it out of landfill!
All textiles will be matched with businesses that will reuse or repurpose .*
Mark your calendars on Tuesday February 28th, Wednesday March 1st and Thursday March 2nd, 2023.
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1061 St Clair Avenue West, from 12pm-6pm.
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#reusenotrefuse #textile #upcyclefashion #upcycle #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #clinatechange #bethechange #smallchanges #community #blackhistoryiseveryday #smallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness
To unite employees around the mission of strengthening and giving back to local communities, yesterday, Intuit employees around the world participated in its first ever global `Small Business Big Impact Day`.
Intuit teams purchased $1M worth of items directly from #smallbusinesses around the world. In #Toronto, we worked with 14 small businesses and in #Edmonton, six small businesses, to put together helpful items to donate to nonprofits.
The #SmallBizBigImpact initiative demonstrates Intuit`s longest standing core value of We Care & Give Back which encourages employees to take an active role in improving their local communities.
Special thanks to all the Canadian small businesses that helped us make this day possible 💚:
basicallyelaborate
Casper
thegreatcanadiansoxshop
northstandard
outerlayer
partymountainpaper
summerforever.ca
necessities.fa
thegreenjarshop
prettycleanshop
teambonders
SpatulaFoods
uptownmedia.ca
dream_momentz
locallaundry
wildprairiesoap
goingnutsyyc
Dona Bona Cards (MotherEarthBook_PeaceRiver)
theatregarage
thrivecateringco
Feb 16

To unite employees around the mission of strengthening and giving back to local communities, yesterday, Intuit employees around the world participated in its first ever global `Small Business Big Impact Day`.
Intuit teams purchased $1M worth of items directly from #smallbusinesses around the world. In #Toronto, we worked with 14 small businesses and in #Edmonton, six small businesses, to put together helpful items to donate to nonprofits.
The #SmallBizBigImpact initiative demonstrates Intuit`s longest standing core value of We Care & Give Back which encourages employees to take an active role in improving their local communities.
Special thanks to all the Canadian small businesses that helped us make this day possible 💚:
basicallyelaborate
Casper
thegreatcanadiansoxshop
northstandard
outerlayer
partymountainpaper
summerforever.ca
necessities.fa
thegreenjarshop
prettycleanshop
teambonders
SpatulaFoods
uptownmedia.ca
dream_momentz
locallaundry
wildprairiesoap
goingnutsyyc
Dona Bona Cards (MotherEarthBook_PeaceRiver)
theatregarage
thrivecateringco
Whoa, we just had a 13°C drop in temperature in less than 24 hours!
This calls for a hot cup of tea with a few slices of dehydrated lemons.
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Dehydrated lemons are amazing antioxidants, packed with vitamins, minerals and fibre.
It`s an extra boost of vitamin C when your body needs it.
You can use dehydrated citrus in stews, teas, cakes, ice cream...
Pair it with our @thegreenjarshop unpasteurized wildflower Ontario honey - your immune system will thank you!
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We love dehydrating food, because it allows one to:
-Enjoy fruits and veggies throughout the year
-Save money
-Reduce food waste
-Store food in a smaller space
-Enjoy healthier, more flavourful foods
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Want to try it at home?
To dry citrus, choose non-GMO, organic.
-Wash well and slice to about 1/4 inch. Make sure all slices are the same thickness to ensure even drying.
-Use an oven, food dehydrator or air fryer.
-Place slices in single layer and avoid overlapping.
-Dry at 35 Celsius or 95 Fahrenheit to maintain nutrients and colour. If not possible to keep the heat that low, then you dry as high as 60C/140F.
-Dry for about 2 to 4 hours, depending on temperature.
-Once the fruit snaps when you break it, you can be certain there is no more water content left ( this is important to avoid mould)
-Allow to completely cool, before storing.
-Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
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When enjoying dried citrus in tea, we like to add a stick of cinnamon, clove and aromatic cardamon.
Do you dehydrate fruits or veggies to enjoy during the winter?
What`s your favourite?
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📷Iwan Wasyl
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#foodpreservation #dehydratedfood #avoidfoodwaste #thegreenjar #ecofriendlyliving #coldandfluseason #stayhealthy
Feb 16

Whoa, we just had a 13°C drop in temperature in less than 24 hours!
This calls for a hot cup of tea with a few slices of dehydrated lemons.
*
Dehydrated lemons are amazing antioxidants, packed with vitamins, minerals and fibre.
It`s an extra boost of vitamin C when your body needs it.
You can use dehydrated citrus in stews, teas, cakes, ice cream...
Pair it with our @thegreenjarshop unpasteurized wildflower Ontario honey - your immune system will thank you!
*
We love dehydrating food, because it allows one to:
-Enjoy fruits and veggies throughout the year
-Save money
-Reduce food waste
-Store food in a smaller space
-Enjoy healthier, more flavourful foods
*
Want to try it at home?
To dry citrus, choose non-GMO, organic.
-Wash well and slice to about 1/4 inch. Make sure all slices are the same thickness to ensure even drying.
-Use an oven, food dehydrator or air fryer.
-Place slices in single layer and avoid overlapping.
-Dry at 35 Celsius or 95 Fahrenheit to maintain nutrients and colour. If not possible to keep the heat that low, then you dry as high as 60C/140F.
-Dry for about 2 to 4 hours, depending on temperature.
-Once the fruit snaps when you break it, you can be certain there is no more water content left ( this is important to avoid mould)
-Allow to completely cool, before storing.
-Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place.
*
When enjoying dried citrus in tea, we like to add a stick of cinnamon, clove and aromatic cardamon.
Do you dehydrate fruits or veggies to enjoy during the winter?
What`s your favourite?
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📷Iwan Wasyl
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#foodpreservation #dehydratedfood #avoidfoodwaste #thegreenjar #ecofriendlyliving #coldandfluseason #stayhealthy
🌱It’s one of those days where we are excited to do some garden planning!
Whether it’s on the balcony, or in the backyard, there are lots of items that can begin growing this month.
-Cress
-Oregano
-Thyme
-Peppers
-Celery
-Onions
-Broad beans
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What are you planting this season?
❓Do you have any requests? We will do our best to provide some more seeds this season.
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The avid gardener will know that last year’s seeds - kept under ideal conditions - will still provide a bounty this year.
That said, we have reduced our 2022 @uharvest certified organic seeds! They are 40% off!
Happy germinating!
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#thegreenjar #gardening #planting #seedlings #seeds #seedstarting #certifiedorganic #biodiversity #torontosmallbusiness #germination #torontogrower #greenthumb #ecofriendlyliving #organic #nongmo #native
📷Monika Grabkowska
Feb 15

🌱It’s one of those days where we are excited to do some garden planning!
Whether it’s on the balcony, or in the backyard, there are lots of items that can begin growing this month.
-Cress
-Oregano
-Thyme
-Peppers
-Celery
-Onions
-Broad beans
*
What are you planting this season?
❓Do you have any requests? We will do our best to provide some more seeds this season.
*
The avid gardener will know that last year’s seeds - kept under ideal conditions - will still provide a bounty this year.
That said, we have reduced our 2022 @uharvest certified organic seeds! They are 40% off!
Happy germinating!
*
#thegreenjar #gardening #planting #seedlings #seeds #seedstarting #certifiedorganic #biodiversity #torontosmallbusiness #germination #torontogrower #greenthumb #ecofriendlyliving #organic #nongmo #native
📷Monika Grabkowska
🥒 Mini Luffa Sponge.
-compostable
-reusable
-can be used as an exfoliating sponge
-effective as a dish sponge
In stock for a limited time.
4”x 1.5”
#fairtrade #handpicked
#compostable #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #biodegradable #reusable #farmfresh
Feb 12

🥒 Mini Luffa Sponge.
-compostable
-reusable
-can be used as an exfoliating sponge
-effective as a dish sponge
In stock for a limited time.
4”x 1.5”
#fairtrade #handpicked
#compostable #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #biodegradable #reusable #farmfresh
Upcycled rice bag coin purse/ wallet.
Handmade in small batches from repurposed materials.
Sourced directly from the artist, supporting their community, protecting their business and craft.
#upcycled #repurposed #circulareconomy #recycled #fairtrade #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #ecofriendlyproducts #gift #valentines #textile #reusereducerecycle #reuserevolution
Feb 11

Upcycled rice bag coin purse/ wallet.
Handmade in small batches from repurposed materials.
Sourced directly from the artist, supporting their community, protecting their business and craft.
#upcycled #repurposed #circulareconomy #recycled #fairtrade #thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #ecofriendlyproducts #gift #valentines #textile #reusereducerecycle #reuserevolution
✨ we are back open for refills on Tuesday!
In the meantime, you can still order for scheduled pickup or delivery for tomorrow between one and 4 PM
#thegreenjar #smallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #lifeofasmallbusinessowner #thegreenjarshop #ecosistahs
Feb 10

✨ we are back open for refills on Tuesday!
In the meantime, you can still order for scheduled pickup or delivery for tomorrow between one and 4 PM
#thegreenjar #smallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #lifeofasmallbusinessowner #thegreenjarshop #ecosistahs
✨Check out our new reusable, cotton, collapsible bag that folds into a small pouch with a zipper!
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✔️Reusable
✔️Fits into handbag, knapsack or glove compartment- or hang it from your wrist!
✔️Made from 100% cotton and upcycled fabric.
✔️Handmade in small batches
Sourced directly from the artist, protecting their business and their craft
#thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #upcycling #handmade #fairtrade #ecosistahs #ecofriendlyproducts #shopsmall
Feb 10

✨Check out our new reusable, cotton, collapsible bag that folds into a small pouch with a zipper!
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✔️Reusable
✔️Fits into handbag, knapsack or glove compartment- or hang it from your wrist!
✔️Made from 100% cotton and upcycled fabric.
✔️Handmade in small batches
Sourced directly from the artist, protecting their business and their craft
#thegreenjar #thegreenjarshop #upcycling #handmade #fairtrade #ecosistahs #ecofriendlyproducts #shopsmall