This quote resonates with local lifestyle boutique owners and is what inspires them as they source eco friendly brands for their store.  I have been shopping at Mortise & Tenon for quite some time now and every time I go I am more inspired than the last, which to be honest, is hard to do.  More often than not, I am overcome with guilt when I think of all the things I am not doing to reduce our carbon footprint.  Walking into Mortise & Tenon feels different.  Their gentle encouragement and amazing products have made it easy for me, and many others, to incorporate small, everyday changes that I believe really will make a difference.  They are located at 2415 11th Avenue here in Regina.  They have an online store which is beautifully laid out, but if you’re in the city I encourage you to grab a coffee (in a keep cup, of course) and peruse the store.  They have SO many great gift ideas and unique items- it truly is one of my favourite places to shop!

I have recycled and understood the importance of it for a long time, let’s be honest, we all have.  But, it wasn’t until a few years ago that I fully understood the importance of REDUCING.  Once I did some research and began to understand the whole eco friendly world a little more, I began to shift my focus from recycling to reducing.  Yes, both are VERY important.  I am not here to tell you not to recycle… oh lord, please continue to recycle all things that can be.   I AM here however, to hopefully inspire you to make a few small changes that will help you to reduce your waste.

On Earth Day, I posted an Instagram photo where I shared 6 simple lifestyle changes I have made.   You can check it out by clicking here.  I was overwhelmed with the positive reaction to it and it had me feeling even more inspired.  I know there are so many of you who are making changes and want to do even more!

With that in mind,  I thought I would share a few items that I got from Mortise & Tenon that I USE, and love with the hopes it will inspire you to try a few of the items as well! I know it can be overwhelming at first so I’ve given you a little break down of why I personally love them:

(re) Zip Leakproof Reusable Storage Bags– I have used many reusable zip lock bag and these are by far my favourite! They are dish washer safe, never leak, and they dry quickly.  I love the Colibra ones as well, but I like the fact that you can dry these instantly and reuse them right away.

Metal Straws– Obviously, they are good for the environment and I swear things just taste better when you drink them out of a metal straw… weird? I know.

Dryer Balls– This is a newer item to my house but I swear I will never go back.  They dry my clothes in half the time and also keep my sheets from forming a gigantic ball when I dry them… again, its a win win.

Bees Wax Wrap– The only problem is have with this is that I never seem to have enough.  I am still growing my collection but I hope to be able to eliminate plastic wrap completely.

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Although they ship daily there is just something about picking up your bestie, grabbing a latte, and hitting up a physical store or in this case a pop up, you know?  Well, that is exactly what you need to do on Saturday, April 28th BUT before you do that you need to enter the giveaway…That’s right, Uptown Casuals and I have teamed up again to treat you AND your bestie to $75 gift certificate to be used at the pop up on April 28th!!

Here’s how to enter:

**GIVEAWAY**

Get a chance to win a $75 gift card for you and your bestie each to use exclusively at your Pop Up in Regina April 28th.

Here’s how you enter.

You AND your bestie need to:

1.) Tag your bestie in the comment section on both photos on @uptowncasuls & @teachme_style Instagram profiles.

2.) Like the contest photo on both our Instagram profiles.

3.) Make sure you AND your bestie are following @uptowncasuals & @teachme_style

Top c/o Uptown Casuals || Shorts || Sandals

Draw will be made Thursday 26th!

Good luck, Beauties!!

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Justine Marie Studios was founded in 2015, by a small city dreamer with big ideas. Justine Schlosser, a designer and artist, created a multifaceted studio to offer interior styling and design service complimented by large scale abstract art. It has now evolved into a line of products based on her watercolour work ranging from stationary bags, note pads, pillows and of course, phone cases!

JMS’ mission is to produce pieces that are unique, chic and timeless.  The products are a playful yet sophisticated stamp of creativity to be hung on the wall, styled into home decor, or carried with you on the go!
To kick off the launch of their collaboration they have decided to host a kick @s# Galentine themed giveaway with a bunch of other local businesses!

Here’s what you and your bestie could win:

Local Barre Fitness –> $50 gift card
Fix Coffee –> $50 gift card
Face By Megan –> $50 gift card
QC Nail Bar –> $50 gift card
Park and Buzz –> earrings
Jump.ca –> $50 gift card
Justine Marie Studios –> phone case

Here’s how to enter!
1.) Follow @jump.ca  @justinemariestudios AND one other prize partner (listen below)
– @localbarrefitness
– @fix.coffee
–@facebymegan
–@theqcnailbar
–@parkandbuzz
–@crocusandivy

2.) Tag your bestie in the comment section!

That’s it! Contest will close on February 13th and winner will be drawn Valentine’s Day!

Good luck, Beauties!

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