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5 Reasons To Buy Secondhand Furniture Over New

Posted on October 12, 2026October 12, 2026 by Emma

Making a house a home can be a wonderful and fun process. From inspiration pics to Pinterest boards, family conversations, space planning, and deciding what story you want each room to tell, this is something I really do enjoy doing. There are many furniture shops around and plenty of new options available at our fingertips but what can truly make a home are those pieces that are a little bit different and I think the best way to find them is by shopping secondhand. Here are my 5 reasons to go preloved with your furniture.

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How To Make Your House Move Eco-Friendly

Posted on September 21, 2026October 12, 2026 by Emma

Having recently moved for the first time in 15 years, I had forgotten not only how stressful it can be but also how wasteful. After a meeting with a removals company, I was quite shocked at their tip to shrink-wrap almost all the furniture that is holding something inside, for example, a chest of drawers full of clothes, to save time. I personally don’t think putting clothes into a suitcase is too strenuous a task and as I already own suitcases, as they are reusable and easy to transport, I feel like these are a far better option than spending money on single use plastic that will only be used for a couple of hours. It was things like this that got me thinking, “How can I ensure I move in a more eco-friendly way?” Let me share a few tips…

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Water Saving Tips for Sustainable Living

Posted on July 24, 2026October 12, 2026 by Emma

Saving water has always been a big focus for those wanting to live more sustainably, but in this current climate, it’s becoming even more urgent for us to change our habits. At the time of writing this, we’ve seen multiple heat waves hit the UK and Europe, leading to droughts, wildfires, hosepipe bans and future concerns, especially with the talk of building more AI data centres that will also require tonnes of water to keep them cool. Of course, the obvious answers would be for water companies to invest in repairs, reservoirs and sewage treatments and for no more data centres to be built until we have the infrastructure to support them, but this is the modern world and money matters more than logic most of the time. So, as an individual, what can we do? What changes can we make to ease the strain on our water sources, and how can our steps make a difference? Here are a few water saving tips that will help the environment.

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Make Your Washing Up Plastic-Free with Seep Products

Posted on April 30, 2026April 30, 2026 by Emma

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When you first start to make eco-friendly swaps around the home, it can often feel a bit daunting and overwhelming which is why I always suggest tackling one room at a time. I have previously shown you how to make some really amazing switches in the bathroom but another room that also uses a lot of plastic is the kitchen. Now your first thought probably goes to food packaging but this is more of a tricky area to cover due to the lack of options, so let’s firstly look at washing up products because this is an easy step thanks to brands like Seep.

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My Honest Thoughts About A Ruggable Rug and Whether They are Worth The Cost

Posted on April 16, 2026April 17, 2026 by Emma

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As a busy household, we have been through our fair share of hallway rugs. We’ve had ones badly fray, some stain, we’ve dealt with dog wee that won’t budge, and found all tricky to clean so when I saw an advert for the washable Ruggable rug, I thought to myself, let’s give it a try. That was probably around four years ago now and so it’s about time I share our honest thoughts.

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How To Build A Wildlife Pond

Posted on March 16, 2026March 16, 2026 by Emma

If you are looking to attract more wildlife to your garden, a pond is a fantastic way of achieving that. Adding water to your garden will lead to frogs, newts, birds, hedgehogs and insects seeking it out for food, hydration and a home. The great thing about creating your own wildlife pond is that it doesn’t need to be huge, even a small garden can accommodate one and it doesn’t need to be perfect. Here’s how to build a wildlife pond to suit your garden.

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5 Eco Must-Haves for Your Bathroom

Posted on February 23, 2026April 28, 2026 by Emma

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When it comes to making eco-friendly swaps around the home, I always suggest choosing one room to begin with and building on that slowly. That way, you can take your time with your changes, learn what products are available, try out a variety to see what sticks and what you love. One of the best rooms to start with is the bathroom because this is often where you’ll find the most single-use plastic and with so many reusable/sustainable/natural options now out there, you can have a lot of fun making swaps that’ll save you money, be better for your health and for the environment. Here are my 5 eco must-haves…

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Why You Should Be Using Green Cleaning Products in Your Home

Posted on January 8, 2026January 8, 2026 by Emma

As somebody who loves to have a clean house, I have experience with almost all the products that are available to you in the supermarket aisle. I used to be drawn in by the ads promising easy, powerful results and was always on the lookout for the next best thing to try. What I did not realise at the time was that many of these popular household staples are packed full of ingredients that can be damaging to our health. Things like skin irritation, poor indoor air quality and even pets’ health can all be affected. Since switching to green cleaning products, I feel much happier knowing my home is a safer, healthier place for all of us.

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8 Beautiful and Useful Kitchen Finds You Can Buy on Etsy

Posted on December 18, 2025 by Emma

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Creating a kitchen that feels calm, practical and thoughtfully put together doesn’t require a full renovation. Often, it’s the smaller, well-chosen tools that make the biggest difference.

Etsy is one of my favourite places to shop for kitchen items because so many of them are handmade, designed to last, and created by small businesses that care about quality. Below are eight genuinely useful kitchen finds that bring together function, beauty and sustainability.

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Sustainable Home Décor Trends for 2026: Style That Loves the Planet

Posted on December 11, 2025April 23, 2026 by Emma

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Sustainability has become far more than a passing trend, it’s now shaping the way we live, shop, and decorate our homes. People are seeking to create spaces that feel grounded, calming and connected to nature, and the décor world is responding with materials, craftsmanship and design choices with sustainability in mind. As we step into 2026, eco-friendly interiors are seemingly becoming richer, more tactile and more creative than ever.

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