Eco Home Ideas

We are currently in the middle of Fairtrade Fortnight. You will no doubt recognise the logo as you go around the supermarkets and when clothes shopping, but it is hardly ever seen on crafts, gifts and homeware items.
Why?
The Fairtrade Certification and its system of minimum pricing were designed initially for commodity products. It is […]

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Fairtrade fortnight starts today, and there’s hundreds of great events going on to promote Fairtrade around the country. From free smoothies in Norwich, to hot chocolate tastings in Brighton and a Fairtrade pancake race in Cornwall, there’s sure to be something going on in your area. And don’t forget the Fairtrade Taste Fair (see my […]

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Fairtrade Fortnight (23rd February to 1st March) is fast approaching, and to celebrate Cafe Direct have set up Tastefair. A two week celebration of all that is eco and ethical, Tastefair features a great selection of workshops as well as top celebrity speakers. Oliver Heath will be there, speaking about how vintage items can add […]

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I spent an awful lot of time (although never quite enough) in bed, and I’m always keen to make my bedroom environment as peaceful, heathly and eco-friendly as possible, without compromising on style. So I’m pretty excited about the gorgeous new luxury organic cotton bedding available at EcoCentric. It’s exceptionally high thread count and sateen […]

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I dont know about you, but I feel there is a bit of pressure put on us around valentines, to show the best expression of love we have ever given. But that doesnt mean buying the biggest bouquet of roses or box of chocolates. Here are a few ideas from Oliver that bring it back […]

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