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Love My Refill Market! I get my products delivered and love the online shop. Karen is absolutely marvelous. Thank you again for providing such a wonderful market in Milton Keynes.
Isabelle
Love going to the market and getting my refills. The product are of great quality and Karen is so helpful. See you at Wolverton Market.
Sarah
1st TIP: REFUSE 👉 LEARN HOW TO SAY NO
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Saying no to a plastic bag in a shop or plastic cutleries at a take away has been the most difficult thing for me as a: I don’t want to upset people b: I was getting tired of explaining why I don’t need a fork for my salad so I have decided a few years ago that I would say no and no explanation! One brilliant idea from Bea Johnson @zerowastehome , one at the origin of the zero waste movement, was to simply say “I don’t have a bin” and no questions were asked.
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HOW?
Be prepared! That’s the key!
Put together a little bag with all the accessories you know you’ll need when you’re going out. This depends of course of your lifestyle, if you don’t drink hot drink there’s no point to invest in a reusable cup but if you’re buying a lunch every day at work then it could be useful to bring your water bottle with you, a beeswrap for your sandwich 🥪 and some cutleries in your “I’m ready bag”, or even better: prepare yourself a lunch 🥗 you bring from home, save money and waste, double win!!
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👉The same for your shopping bag, get a few Tupperware or containers, you can also make yourself a few fabric bags for your fruits 🍇 and veg 🌶and bring them with you when you’re going to do your weekly shopping.
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You’ll see, the first times you’ll feel out of place but you’ll soon realise that people will welcome this very well and even congratulate you for doing this.
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My next step is learning how to make small string turtle bags for my delicate veg such as cherry tomatoes or mushrooms 🍄
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And you? What’s in your bag for shopping?
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#zerowasteliving #plasticfreejuly #zerowastetips #sustainable #reusable #plasticfreeshopping #saynotosingleuse #reusablecup #nostrawplease #miltonkeynes #stonystratford
✨NEW PRODUCTS IN STOCK✨
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🥖 Calling out to all bakers, we now stock organic British wholegrain rye flour from @hodmedods , ideal for your sourdough starter, bread making and patisserie envy!
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🍊🍃In the oral care section, we are excited to stock the new flavours from @truthpasteuk
with a sweet orange toothpaste and mild mint toothpaste, both suitable for children but also for the whole family. Always plastic free, cruelty free and vegan.
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🛁In the body care section, we have two new products from @suds made in Stony Stratford, the mango bath melt 🥭 which is to die for, it smell gorgeous and it is so moisturising and the calendula soap bar, which is an excellent plant for helping reducing inflammation on skin with eczema and sensitive skins.
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👉Update: our very very popular amber glass bottles and pumps are back in stock!!! Woop woop 🤩 (I know that will make a few of you happy, thank you for your patience). Available from now in the shop and online.
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#zerowaste #supportsmallbusiness #stonystratford #miltonkeynesbusiness #buylocal #plasticfreebathroom #sourdoughbread #ryeflour #breadmaking #sourdoughstarter #organic #organiczerowaste #sustainable
🌏Have you been on a break in reducing plastic during lockdown? Or do you want to try starting reducing waste in your household?.
Good news: now is the best time to start, it’s @plasticfreejuly ! Get tips and hints how to reduce waste step by step. Get plastic-free solutions that suits you and implement new habits in your daily routine. I will also be posting here about my experience and tips about reducing waste in your life.
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The key is one step at a time and start by refusing single-use plastic.
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Sign up and share it far and wide
www.plasticfreejuly.org/take-the-challenge/
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#plasticfreejuly #zerowaste #plasticfreeliving #reducereuserecycle #reducewaste #tipstoreduceplastic #sustainable #sustainableliving #saynotosingleuse
CHOOSE TO REUSE🌎
That’s excellent news!
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We are pleased to announce you’ll be able to bring your containers back for your refill as from today Tuesday 30th!
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👉Reusable containers are safe to use say 100 experts. Evidence indicates that the virus spreads primarily from inhaling aerosolised droplets, rather than through contact with surfaces, the scientists say. That also comfort us in using face masks to avoid spreading the virus.
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Please make sure you follow our golden rules: Clean and Empty when bringing your containers for refilling in the shop.
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We are open Tues&Sat 9-4 Wed 9-2 Thurs&Frid 9-5.
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#reuse #reusereducerecycle #notosingleuseplastic #zerowasteshopping #plasticfreeshopping
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www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/jun/22/reusable-containers-safe-during-covid-19-pandemic-say...
📚 BOOKS 📚
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Recently I felt the urge to switch off screens, especially when going to bed, as my sleep were not as good so I went on the hunt for good books. A few months ago, I have borrowed from @mklibraries this excellent book from Sarah Wilson, I quit sugar: simplicious and it’s a minefield of zero waste tips, recipes and all sorts: I love it. I had to buy it and keep it as a bible, and I also got Attainable Sustainable and Guide to permaculture at the same time, I looove them!
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This is a trial to see if you would like to buy books in the shop, obviously they would be eco-friendly/sustainable orientated. Also maybe children books? What do you think?
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#sustainablebooks #learningthroughreading #ecofriendlybook #switchoffscreens #zerowastetips #homemaderecipes #naturalliving #diyskincare #eatwhatyougrow #permaculture #canning #fermenting #useyourscraps #compost
GOOD NEWS!
From this week, we will reopen Wednesdays. We will still carry on home deliveries on Wednesday afternoon.
Reminder: you can shop with My Refill Market by coming to the shop and online on our website for a home delivery or next day Click&collect from the shop.
www.myrefillmarket.com
👉Also, following a recent study from 100 scientists who include epidemiologists, virologists, biologists, chemists and doctors about the spreading of the virus on surfaces, evidence indicates that the virus spreads primarily from inhaling aerosolised droplets, rather than through contact with surfaces, the scientists say. They will publish a statement next Monday to reassure the public that reusable containers are safe during the Covid-19 pandemic. So keep an eye on here, you’ll be able to bring your containers back again !!
#zerowasteshop #miltonkeynes #stonystratford #plasticfreeshopping #sustainableshopping #independentbusiness #lovestony
👉Last minute Father’s Day gifts
We are open until 4pm today🦸🏼♂️Father’s Day Gifts🦸🏼♂️.
We have a good selection of presents for daddy! 3 types of reusable safety razors kits for all budgets, shaving brush, manly smelly soaps, deodorant, funky face masks.... everything for a lovely hamper for your green warrior daddy 💪💚.
Available in the shop, online for home deliveries and Click&collect. We are open Tues&Sat 9-4 Thurs&Frid 9-5.
#ecofriendlygifts #greendaddy #miltonkeynes #stonystratford #plasticfreepresents #sustainableliving #ecofriendlyhampers #fathersdaygifts #ecofriendlyfathersday
Did you know we also sell body products on refill? 🧴🛁🧼
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Bring your own bottles (clean and empty) and refill with shampoo, hair conditioner and shower gel. Our range is organic, cruelty free and vegan, it’s made in Wales by a small company called @cole_and_co .
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NATURAL SOAP BARS🧼
On this picture, you can also see our range of natural soaps, we have 3 different brands for you to choose, @sudsmk and @thefollysoapco are made locally in Stony Stratford and Deanshanger, cold pressed method to keep all the benefits from the oils and plants. We also have @friendlysoapltd which are made in UK and are a cost-effective solution. All our products are palm oil and paraben free of course. They lather very well and can be used for your body shower/bath, for your face and for your hands. We also sell soap dish, soap tin and soap bags.
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SHAMPOO BARS
We have 2 types of shampoo bars in the shop, very handy and easy to use, @savons_d_aure have 3 different bars fine hair, normal/dry hair, itchy scalp/dandruff and we also sell @zerowastepath 2in1 shampoo bars that include a conditioner and are also excellent with 4 hair types, normal hair, oily&fine hair, dry&curly hair, itchy scalp. With our shampoo bars you won’t experience what we called the transition phase and you also don’t need an Apple cider vinegar rince. It’s a game changer!
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REUSABLE SAFETY RAZORS 🪒
We sell 3 types of safety razors kit from @nakednecessitiesshop . Different styles and different budgets, they are all excellent quality and made ethically. We also sell accessories; shaving brush, shaving bars and blades for when you need a refill. Now, I know many of you are scared to cut themselves or if it’s easy to use, this is one of the best swap I’ve made, haven’t cut myself once and it’s so easy to use. Go for it, you’ll save lots of money and waste to go to landfill.
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We have more accessories and natural toiletries so come to the shop and take a look! The full range is also available online for deliveries and Click&collect www.myrefillmarket.com
🤩Day off’s breakfast 🤩.
Today the sun is out 🌞and I’m off so it’s the perfect time for a little treat for my breakfast al fresco ! Those 5 min pancakes are so easy, healthy and fluffy, you just can’t go wrong, here’s the recipe I’ve been using for years:
- 110gr wholewheat flour
- 100gr rolled porridge oats
- 1 egg
- 300ml milk
- 1/4tsp salt (optional)
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- A little bit of butter or oil for your pan.
🧑🍳Mix everything in a mixing bowl. Put your butter or oil in a hot pancake pan. I use a small paddle to scoop out, make sure you don’t put too much in your pan as the oats expand when cooking but enough to get that fluffy texture.🥞
The best part is decorating your pancakes with all your favourite trimmings; goji berries, coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds and the delicious honey from @urbanbeelievers 🐝 enjoy!
🌱If you’re vegan, you can use a substitute for eggs or 1 tbsp of chia seeds and you can replace the milk with plant-based milk.
👉Here’s the shopping list you can find at My Refill Market:
• Organic Wholewheat flour YQ
• Organic Rolled porridge oats
• Cornish sea salt fine flakes
• Organic goji berries
• Organic pumpkin seeds
• Organic coconut flakes
• Local honey from @urbanbeelievers
And lots more seeds, dried fruits, spices...
🦸🏼♂️Father’s Day Gifts🦸🏼♂️.
We have a good selection of presents for daddy! 3 types of reusable safety razors kits for all budgets, shaving brush, manly smelly soaps, deodorant, funky face masks.... everything for a lovely hamper for your green warrior daddy 💪💚.
Available in the shop, online for home deliveries and Click&collect. We are open Tues&Sat 9-4 Thurs&Frid 9-5.
#ecofriendlygifts #greendaddy #miltonkeynes #stonystratford #plasticfreepresents #sustainableliving #ecofriendlyhampers #fathersdaygifts #ecofriendlyfathersday