Kelsey Lockard

Super fun game to play with friends, and really simple to catch on! One of my favorite card games.

Working from home has turned us into the kinds of people who buy birthday presents for our cat. Hence, this wonderful hammock. Our 10lb loaf loves to sit in it all day. It came with great instructions, extra hanging tools, and has a really nice aesthetic.

I haven't had plastic wrap in my kitchen for over two years now. Between these reusable beeswax wraps and Tupperware containers, there really has been no need. They aren't very sticky when you touch them, however the warmth of your hand causes the wrap to stick to itself making it really easy to cover bowls and plates, or to wrap avocados, cheese, and other items. They are washable in some cold water and soap and can be used over and over. I have started to make my own beeswax wraps, but it took a long time to figure out how to do it correctly. I still use my abeego wraps everyday and recommend for anyone who finds themselves wanting to use less plastic wrap!

This safety razor is amazing. I made the switch to a plastic free razor when I learned that the US alone throws out 2 billion razor heads a year! This razor is easy to use and the replacement blades are ~$0.15 a piece and Albatross has a great blade take back program.

I love taking the Amazing Grass Green Superfood first thing in the morning. You get 2 full servings of fruits and vegetables. The taste is actually pretty good and both myself and my boyfriend think that our skin has gotten healthier after drinking this for a few months. Nice healthy way to jump start the morning

These work just as well as any other non-electric toothbrush and they are so much better for the environment. They last just as long, but then when it is time to switch to a new toothbrush, its really easy to remove the plastic bristles with pliers (the bristles go in the trash) and then the entire handle is compostable. Not a perfect solution as the bristles are still plastic, but it is an easy switch for someone trying to be more eco-friendly!

These little tablets are great for taking toothpaste on vacation without using those wasteful, small plastic tubes. You just take a tablet, bite it and start brushing. I was pleasantly surprised at how similar the foaming of the tablets resembled normal toothpaste. Sure it is just slightly chalky, but it really isn't bad at all. I don't use these as my everyday toothpaste because they are a bit expensive, but they are great to have on hand for trips to avoid the plastic travel-sized tubes.

Truffle salt on popcorn, truffle salt on avocado toast, truffle salt on hard boiled eggs..... SO GOOD! This brand is my favorite as I have tried a few other brands that are too much salt and not enough truffle, this one is perfect!

I love this little waffle maker. I recommend getting the Protein Pancake mix from Trader Joes and using that to make waffles. We also have made really good waffle fries with this little guy!

This soap is great because it has a ton of uses. We use it as a body wash, dish soap, and hand soap (all diluted with water). Its organic, biodegradable, and comes in bottles made of recycled material. Very handy to just keep a big jug around and refill our reusable soap containers.

These Dishwasher pods work great! The packaging is plastic free, the pods use natural minerals, and they do a good job of getting our dishes clean. Having it shipped routinely is also very convenient.

Purchased this vacuum based on the other Fresh Chalk Reviews- We love it! It is extremely light, easy to use, and is GREAT at getting cat hair off of our carpet. Also works great on hardwood.

We use this hammock all the time. We bring it on camping trips, day hiking trips, or just days we want to go read in a park somewhere. Super easy to set up, extremely durable, and fairly light weight! As a plus, they have a great selection of fun colors.

I love this set, not only because they are glass and the lids work great- but because they are all square/rectangular! They stack so much easier in both the cabinet and fridge than previous sets I have had with circular containers. Makes them great for meal prepping.

We love our Jetboil! Great on camping trips, backpacking, or in case the power goes out.

I LOVE Lush Shampoo bars. They last surprisingly long and do a really good job at foaming up and making my hair feel clean. I have tried other shampoo bars in the past and they always leave my hair feeling not clean enough, or even oily. Definitely recommend the Montalbano scent. You can also buy them either in store or online completely plastic free :)

Good purchase if you are looking to be more environmentally friendly and save a little bit of TP money! Works great and was super easy to install!

Carrot-orange juice is our new morning go to! This juicer is fairly easy to clean, (partially because it disassembles into 6 different pieces), and it's super easy to use.

I am obsessed with these zero waste dish blocks. I try really hard to minimize the amount of plastic that I use in my daily life. This block was shipped to me completely plastic free and it has lasted so long. I have it resting on a small tile right next to my sink and then when I am doing dishes I just rub my scrub brush on it and it gets all soapy. Not only is it non toxic and package free, I get so many compliments on it as it looks so much more aesthetically pleasing on my counter than a plastic bottle of dish soap. I recommend as an easy low waste swap!

As someone who writes really small and in all caps, I hate using most pens as they have way to thick of a tip. This pen is by far my favorite as it makes really crisp lines, and allows my small handwriting to be easily visible.

I realized this summer that I had been using the same cheap, heavy, old sleeping bag to go backpacking that I used when I was a kid at sleepovers. This summer it was time to invest in a lightweight and warm sleeping bag. I am so happy with this purchase and it has gotten so much use! Its just over 2lbs and is extremely compact when packed but actually pretty roomie when open. I am also an extremely cold sleeper so I liked this one because it should be comfortable down to 17 degrees. This purchase was so worth it and I feel like a dummy for waiting so long to invest in a quality bag.

I no longer have zip lock bags in my apartment because I hate using single-use plastic and there are so many better alternatives. I have tried both the Stasher silicone bags and these bags with the sliders, and the slider ones have proven to be significantly better. They are dishwasher safe, easy to use, and unlike stasher, they are still closeable after a few months. The problem I have found with stasher bags is that after a while the seal wont actually seal anymore. These bags take a few tries to get use to - but worth the switch for sure!

This game has become one of my favorite summer activities. Spikeball is one of those games where you don’t need to be particularly athletic to play and it is really easy to learn the rules. Be warned though, it can be a workout! I'm convinced the best place to play in on the beach – feels kind of like beach volleyball! Really easy to set up and take down, and all you need is a flat surface to play. It’s great for anyone who likes outdoor games!

Do you like 2+ hour long board games? This is the game for you. Lots of strategy involved but also a decent amount of luck. Takes a second to learn but very fun!

I love popcorn. Love it. And this stuff from Trader Joes is by far my favorite pre-popped popcorn I have ever tried. Its the right amount of oily (which isn't much), flavorful, and salty! I could easily eat a whole bag in one sitting.

Love everything about this mix. But we actually use it to make waffles! The ingredients are healthy, the nutrition facts are great, and its super easy.

These are by far my favorite pair of casual shoes! Extremely comfortable, easy to slip on, and completely waterproof!!! Like, go step in puddles waterproof. I wear these shoes almost every day and they are great rain or shine. These shoes were also a lifesaver when I was bike commuting to school, I could wear them biking in the rain and my toes would stay dry. Cant recommend them enough!

Favorite Swimwear brand! All of their suits are super cute and the material is made from recycled or sustainable fibers. You can tell that these suits are well made and will last a long time. My only advice is if you are picking between two sizes, go up!

Arguably my most expensive purchase ever, my boyfriend and I invested in a power trainer for our bikes and we have absolutely no regrets. Over the summer he was biking anywhere from 500-1000 miles each month, and because I am not insane, I was only doing a few hundred. But living in Seattle, you can’t always depend on the weather to cooperate, so we decided to invest in the indoor trainer for the winter. We just park the trainer in front of our tv and use the Zwift app to control the hills, routes, etc. It’s incredibly easy to attach and detach our bikes to the trainer, and when not in use it stores in our closet really well. We chose this trainer over something like a peloton because we already have perfectly good bikes and live in a small apartment and didn’t want something that would take up a ton of space. Cannot recommend enough!

We have been using this company for just about a year now. Super easy that its delivered every few months, it's eco-friendly, and they have very funny packaging on the rolls. :) Definitely recommend.

I love my Yeti! Great for keeping coffee warm, or even soup for a warm lunch on a snowy hike :)

My favorite place to get Thai food. Its all vegan, and delicious! Definitely recommend trying their avocado curry.

Their biscuit sandwiches are amazing! They make it really easy with their drive through to get a coffee and sandwich.

One of my new favorite places to meet people for a drink and pizza outside. They have heaters and tables set up socially distanced and a great selection of beer and pizza. I absolutely loved the smoked salmon pizza!

Went last night and got a poke bowl and some veggie gyoza! Tasty! Open during lock-down for pick up.

Got taken here as a surprise for my birthday last year! Loved it. There was a group of 6 of us and we all had a blast. I'm glad there are several different rooms so next time we go it will be completely different!

Got two slices of the most delicious cakes ever! We tried the Lemon Coconut Cake and the Peanut Butter Chocolate one. She was so nice, even gave us a birthday candle because we forgot to get some!

These guys were so nice. They let me test ride my bike even though I forgot to make an appointment. I ended up getting a great deal on my new bike and they were so helpful in getting me all set up.

I love Pure Barre! I would frequent the Redmond studio and the University district one when I was in undergrad. I have tried several barre places in Redmond and this one is my favorite. Best workouts and validated parking. Only downside is my senior year the student membership no longer extended to this location.

Such a great climbing atmosphere. As I am a beginner, it was a blast and I was able to do it but still challenge myself. Drop ins are very convenient and they have climbing shoes you can rent!

The beginners Salsa Class was a gift from my boyfriend for Christmas- So much fun! Good for all skill levels and the instructors were very good teachers. We plan to sign up for the next level classes soon.

My favorite place for drop-ins. Reasonably priced. Really nice location and locker rooms.

Been to the Fremont Market both as an attendee and a vendor! Definitely one of my favorite markets because they have more of a variety of vendors then at most markets. Relatively easy to attend as a new vendor- just get there early!! Especially during the summer months!!

I have gotten so many of my plants and pots from this place. They are so helpful at recommending plants and explaining the best way to care for them.

Scoop is one of those places that I wish we could find on every street corner. Shopping in bulk is such a great, eco-friendly way to get your shopping done. They did such a good job of making it easy to bring in my own containers, weighing them, and getting all the goodies I needed. They also have a bunch of other great eco-friendly household products!

Our dog Bear LOVES the Happy Hound. They are so nice! The dogs have the perfect place to run around all day, and at the end of the day, Bear is exhausted. Absolutely amazing.

They were great with our cat! They made the social distancing drop off/pick up very easy and everyone was so friendly.

I recently started driving my dad's old, dented, coffee stained 2007 Prius. Dropped it off at Karmichael's in hopes they could just give it a nice thorough clean. They completely exceeded expectations!!! Dropped it off at 9, had it back by 4. Everyone there was super nice.

I got hooked with Noir Lash Lounge when they did my lashes for my high school Prom. Very cute location and great lash technicians!

Dan is absolutely amazing!

Not usually a huge Bourbon fan, but I actually really like their brown sugar bourbon. They make it really easy to pick up in Ballard. I have also been to their tasting room in Roslyn, its a great spot.

Great Coffee. Favorite place to have coffee with friends/mentors but they do not provide Wifi.

So good! Ive never been a huge nacho person, but dang this place is delicious!

Finally got my first ever pair of Ski boots and Alex from Sturtevants was extremely helpful. A lot of care was taken to make sure that the boot fitting was right and that it was going to be the right flexibility for my skiing style. The appointment system also meant I was in and out fairly quickly.