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Christmas is a time of love, sparkles and magic in abundance. But it's also a time of overconsumption and waste. We are all aware of just how important it is to reduce our environmental footprint in any way we can – and that starts at home. With this in mind, here are 5 ways to enjoy a more sustainable Christmas....

The days are getting longer and brighter, which is always the year’s first promise of spring. A promise that prompts high street and grocery shops everywhere to fill their aisles with all things Easter as soon as the heart-shaped boxes of chocolate for Valentine’s Day have disappeared. Chocolate eggs wrapped in plastic, colourful plastic eggs and baskets designed for single-use;...

Jessica O’Rourke from Mud Bugs has put together 3 simple activities for you and your kids to enjoy this Summer. Pressed Flowers This activity is great for preserving colour and flowers and introduces children to one method of preservation. This is a lesson of patience, science and beauty. Keep it simple and just talk through the activity and allow your...

Here's our pick of some great sustainable gifts for the fathers and father figures in your life. 1. Naked Necessities Shaving Set Gift the Ultimate Shaving Experience with this Shave Set. It contains a Traditional Style Razor, Shaving Soap and 5 blades. These traditional style razors have always been so popular at markets I have attended.  People have recounted stories...

By sowing native wildflowers, you are boosting the web of life: Native plants feed insects, which in turn feed birds, bats, and other wildlife. Adding even a few native wildflowers to your garden this year can provide a habitat for butterflies, bees, birds and other wildlife. It is a great way to get started, whether you're a beginner or a...