February In Photos Part 2

A lovely mix of creativity, preparation, and everyday refill moments that make this place what it is. ♻️✨

Thank you for being part of it.

Our February photo review. 💚 A moment to pause and look back on what has been happening in the shop over the past month.

This time it includes refreshing The Fair Alternative display with new makers and artists, Easter displays starting to come together, new Miniml branding arriving on the shelves, a huge toilet roll delivery taking over the front of the shop, and a great refill moment using a mug for red lentils. ♻️

#ShopLocalSheffield #LowWasteLiving #TheBareAlternative

Meet Pärla Atelier 💛

Maud is a Sheffield-based artist whose work focuses on the city’s beautiful and iconic buildings. Her colourful prints, cards, and accessories capture the warmth and character of Sheffield, thoughtfully crafted in small batches.

You can now find Pärla Atelier in-store as part of The Fair Alternative at The Bare Alternative 💚

Independent 💚 Local 📍 Creative 🎨 Sustainable 🌿

#TheFairAlternative #SupportLocalArtists #SheffieldMakers

New seasonal chocolate bars have arrived at The Bare Alternative 🍫

Choc Affair uses sustainably sourced cocoa from trusted cooperatives, supporting responsible practices and better lives for farmers. 🙏

We have just had a delivery of the latest bars from Choc Affair:
🍍 Mango & Coconut Milk Choc
🍓 Strawberry & Vanilla Milk Choc
🔥 Chilli & Lime Dark Choc
☕Mocha Oat M!lk Choc

Handmade and wrapped in plastic-free packaging.

#HandmadeChocolate #EthicalTreats #SheffieldIndependents

Meet The Hummingbird Archives 💛

Sheffield-based maker Jess creates bold, geometric jewellery from leather offcuts, turning surplus materials into joyful, small-batch designs.

You can now discover The Hummingbird Archives as part of The Fair Alternative, our in-store showcase celebrating independent, local, creative and sustainable makers.

Independent 💚 Local 📍 Creative 🎨 Sustainable 🌿

#SheffieldMakers #ShopLocalSheffield #SupportSmallBusiness

The Fair Alternative was originally created as a festive feature in our shop. After such a positive response, we have made it a permanent part of the shop.

This display celebrates independent Sheffield makers and artists, with new creative names joining us. We will be sharing more about each maker very soon.

Supporting local creativity and sustainable shopping is something we truly value.

Independent 💚 Local 📍Creative 🎨 Sustainable 🌿

#SheffieldMakers #ShopLocalSheffield #HandmadeSheffield

Our January TOP 10 Best Sellers are in. 🌿📊

We are also sharing price comparisons for Non-Bio Laundry Liquid and Pumpkin Seeds, showing how refilling compares with supermarket brands. In both cases, refill prices come out cheapest, even when comparing organic refills with non-organic options.

Less plastic, less waste, and real savings. 💚♻️

#LowWasteLiving #PlasticFreeShopping #SustainableHome

January In Photos Part 2

💬 As a reminder, we are now also sharing updates through our WhatsApp community. This is a space where we post news, keep people up to date, and give you an easy way to get in touch and ask us questions.

Thank you for being part of our January and for continuing to support The Bare Alternative as we move into the year ahead. ♻️✨

Our monthly photo review is one of my favourite regular posts to make. It gives us the chance to look back on the month that has passed, take stock, and feel proud of what we have achieved together.

January included two vegan markets, our annual shop tour, Veganuary moments in the shop, and new products including Epsom Salts, Dog Chews and Cleaning Brushes. A thoughtful start to the year. 💚♻️

#SheffieldRefill #ShopLocalSheffield #LowWasteLiving

Veganuary might be every January, but good habits can last longer 🌱

Refill works all year round. Most of our refills are vegan by nature, supporting plant-based shopping while reducing plastic waste by leaving packaging on supermarket shelves ♻️

Refill also supports cooking from scratch, with whole foods, cupboard staples, and everyday ingredients that help make healthy meals at home.

Low-waste. Plant-based.
For everyday life beyond Veganuary 💚

#Veganuary2026 #PlantBasedUK #RefillShop