Sustainable and Low-Waste Products Handmade in Toronto, Canada
Power Over Plastic first started off as a social justice campaign to raise awareness on the impact plastic pollution has on the environment and what people can do to make changes in their lifestyle. Over time, I learned more about sustainability and a low-waste lifestyle through the community in Toronto which inspired and assisted me in making changes to my everyday life.
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, my grandmother passed down her sewing machine to me and taught me the basics so I could complete eco-friendly sewing projects for myself with scrap fabrics I compiled. Through this I learned how to sew, which became a de-stressing hobby that was much needed in the stressful times of a global pandemic.
My sister and I have made many efforts to live a low waste and sustainable lifestyle through many DIY projects which we want to make and share with you! When selecting materials we follow the values of sustainability and ethics. All products are sourced locally whenever possible to support other small and local businesses. We also use upcycled materials that are donated, found secondhand, or organic to reduce the environmental impact of our products and save textiles that would otherwise be going to landfills.
All of our products are handmade with love by my sister and I in Toronto, Canada. Our goal is to make a low waste lifestyle convenient and affordable in a minimal waste production process.
