Ethical Fashion Essentials: Goodone Everyday Collection
It is sometimes difficult to make ethical fashion choices when looking for wearable, everyday items to add to your wardrobe. Goodone is an eco-friendly award-winning independent fashion label based in London that takes an intelligent approach to design, specialising in up-cycling and innovatively combining new British and sustainable fabrics with reclaimed textiles.
Sustainable Fabrics – Perfect for Summer
May 20, 2012 by Jo
Filed under Clothing, Family, Featured Posts, Grown Ups
Komodo, the UK’s number 1 organic clothing and ethical fashion wear site for women, has the perfect Spring Summer collection for 2012 featuring these sustainable fabrics that are just the thing to pack in your suitcase for that Summer holiday.
Rosy Cheek Cosy
May 17, 2012 by Will
Filed under Babies & Toddlers, Clothing, Featured Posts
Hand knit cot bumpers, baby wear and accessories from Rosy Cheek Cosy. Set up by an internet entrepreneur who started by knitting a blanket for her niece, now extremely popular with eco friendly parents as well as those looking for the top quality kit for their newborns.
Guest Post: Our Guide to Planning the Perfect Family “Staycation”.
May 14, 2012 by Brenda
Filed under Family, Featured Posts, Green Living, Guest Posts, Travel & Tourism
The term ‘Staycation’ first came into use in the UK around 2009, as the value of the pound dropped and the savings to be made by holidaying at home just kept rising. There are many brilliant holiday locations right here in the British Isles, so if you are smart enough to ‘staycation’ this summer you [...]
Veja Méditerranée Small Organic Cotton Sneakers
May 13, 2012 by Jo
Filed under Clothing, Family, Kids & Teens
Using eco-friendly materials, the new Veja Small model is made from organic cotton canvas with a vulcanised wild Amazonian rubber sole. The organic cotton for Veja’s trainers is grown without fertilizers, or pesticides, according to the principles of agro ecology.
New Nose Nuzzles from Jackson Reece
May 13, 2012 by Jo
Filed under Babies & Toddlers, Family
New Nose Nuzzles from Jackson Reece are really great because they offer a gentle alternative to rough, hard tissues. The pure natural saline wipes can help soothe dry skin if used regularly.
Little Wren Gifts
May 13, 2012 by erica
Filed under Decor & Interiors, Grown Ups, Made in the UK
Little Wren Gifts are based in Wales and specialise in selling goods made by different artisans. Many of their products have strong eco credentials too. I do like these cute vintage style coin purses. They are made by hand from colourful, vintage look fabrics and decorated with complementary buttons. You can use them to keep [...]
Baby Clothes from My Baby Boutique
May 13, 2012 by erica
Filed under Babies & Toddlers, Clothing
If you’re on the look out for a new baby gift or a baby shower present for a child expected this summer, you might be looking for a romper suit. I like this elephant print romper as it can be folded over at the bottom to cover up tiny feet, but in warmer weather or [...]
COMPETITION – Win £100 Argos Gift Card
May 11, 2012 by Brenda
Filed under Competitions, Family, Featured Posts
It’s competition time for you lucky readers – with the chance to win a £100 gift voucher to spend at Argos! It couldn’t have come at a better time – with summer just around the corner, there’s a million things from Argos that will come in useful this summer. Whether you need a new barbeque [...]
Yeo Valley – A great family day out
May 10, 2012 by Brenda
Filed under Family, Featured Posts, Food & Drink, Things To Do
When you think of Yeo Valley, you instantly think of their delicious organic yogurt or dairy products, but do you really know how they are made and the extent of what goes into making that scrummy pot of yogurt? This week I was lucky enough to be invited down to the Yeo Valley farm and [...]
