Another piece features a Zimmer frame she found in the street.
“It’s classic waste. The NHS gives them out for free and people don’t want a used one. You see them a lot,” she said.
She has also collected items from online sites like eBay and Freecycle.
“It’s incredible what people chuck away.
“I always tell people I’m going to use it in art, and they’re fascinated and pleased. They’re glad it’s being used.”
What is Freecycle?
Freecycle is a grassroots movement that promotes sustainability and community. It’s a great way to reduce waste and give things a second life.
How it works:
Why Freecycle?
While TikTok is where you’ll find most of the chatter about underconsumption, Lindsey said Facebook, Freecycle, and eBay are great places to take advantage of the movement. The platforms work both ways by unloading all of the clutter yet finding ways to spend less on items you feel are necessities in your life.
For over two decades, Freecycle has been a nationally-recognized, volunteer-run nonprofit that keeps “good stuff” out of landfills. Since partnering with Publift and Google, Freecycle has been able to generate income from their site — and keep their mission alive in the process.
Freecycle:
Freecycle is a grassroots, online network of local groups where people give and get stuff for free in their own towns and neighborhoods. It’s a fantastic resource for finding free mattresses, as members often post items they no longer need, including furniture and bedding.
To access Freecycle, simply search for a group in your area, join, and start browsing the listings. Keep in mind that availability can vary, so it’s worth checking back frequently and being quick to respond to any postings that match your needs. Remember to arrange safe pickup or delivery when communicating with other members.
I bought a big suitcase. BIG SUITCASE – the most essential tool of the character comedian. I poked around charity shops and Freecycle and Facebook Marketplace with no luck. It needed to be BIG and it needed to be available soon (it was purchased in advance of Brighton Fringe in May, when I was doing 5 shows over 2 consecutive weekends, travelling back and forth from London to Brighton every day.)
6. Swap Meets and Online Exchanges: Websites like Freecycle or local swap meets can be great sources for pre-loved supplies.
Over the years there have been many projects delivering meaningful and lasting outcomes. From beach clean-ups to the Fix-It club, biodiesel school buses, solar power, Green Mondays, freecycle uniform and waste composting, HKA’s curriculum, operating practices and community initiatives are designed to build the mindset of future leaders and drive sustainable change. As this academic year comes to a close we share some of the school’s recent endeavours.
“Before you bu
y anything, go through last year’s backpacks to see if anything is left over that you can use this year.
It is worth also checking out free groups online. That can be “Buy Nothing” groups on Facebook, or the website www.freecycle.org.”
Freecycle and Buy Nothing Groups: Sometimes, people buy products that they don’t like or can’t use. This may be because they are moving urgently or had an allergy to a certain ingredient. Either way, these products often end up advertised in Freecycle or in your local Buy Nothing groups.
