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Upholstering with Swede's Den

Upholstering with Swede's Den

Who are you?  Cristen Sousa, Upholsteress and collector of Swede’s Den Why do you do this?  Because Upholstery is the most fulfilling work I have yet to do.  Every piece is...

The OG of Zero Waste - Vintage + Secondhand!

The OG of Zero Waste - Vintage + Secondhand!

Sure there are lots of impersonators out there, but there's no substitute for years and years of patina, good quality and texture that just can't be replicated in a factory....

A Perfect Low-Waste Picnic

A Perfect Low-Waste Picnic

It’s picnic season! A shady spot in a grassy park, a rocky beach beside a river, a picnic table at a campsite… There are so many possibilities for enjoying a...

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child wearing reef safe homemade sunscreen

Homemade (Reef-Safe) Sunscreen

We are pleased to say that this sunscreen recipe checks off some pretty important boxes. Not only is it toxin-free and healthy for you and your family, it also requires...

low waste eco friendly laundry detergents guide

Our Favorite Low Waste Laundry Detergents

Are you sensing a theme in our last several posts? We can’t help it! We just think it’s so important (and fun) to educate ourselves and our Kindred family on...

The Magic of Wool Dryer Balls

The Magic of Wool Dryer Balls

If you’ve spent some time exploring the world of sustainability, chances are you’ve probably come across wool dryer balls. You’ve likely heard that they are touted as an absolute necessity...