Last weekend, Upcycle Your Life at Fearon Hall in Loughborough helped spread the word about reducing waste with a fun morning of crafts and activities. Transition Loughborough sold seed potatoes and brought seeds to swap, sharing the secret of origami seed packs too. Get along to the allotment after 5pm on 21st March for the start … Continue reading
Do you want to freshen your home for spring? Short on money? Come along to Upcycle Your Life from 10am until noon on Saturday 24th February at Fearon Hall, Loughborough. Bring seeds and seedlings to swap with Transition Loughborough. Learn how to use common household items to make your own eco cleaning products. Admire Muto’s … Continue reading
As the new year starts, it’s time to go wassailing. Traditionally carried out on 12th Night (5th January or 17th January, depending on the calendar used), the word wassailing originates from the toast ‘Waes hael’, meaning good health. It involves toasting apple trees with a libation of cider, and pieces of bread. Some people make … Continue reading
I try to reduce waste as much as possible. It saves money while helping the planet so seems to be a no-brainer. I’m a big fan of satsumas and their clan, but they generate a lot of peel at this time of year. Cheap bulk buy offers mean they can end up lingering too long … Continue reading
I am not a sun worshipper. My Celtic skin balks at sunbathing (which bores me anyway: reading is much comfier curled up in a chair, and sunburn sucks). However, I do love getting slowly kissed by the sun’s rays as I work at festivals and events over the summer, until I look a little less … Continue reading
The shops are already playing Christmas music, and adverts push us to buy lots of presents to have a happy time. However, taking a more eco friendly approach can save money as well as helping the planet. Make Decorations. There’s no need to buy plastic ornaments that will end up in landfill. Use holly and … Continue reading
If you’re short on money, nature provides many ways to make your budget go further. From food to craft materials, exercise to stress relief, getting outside has a host of benefits. Here are a few ways you can enjoy it. Watch Wildlife Find a place that’s easy to get to and make a habit of … Continue reading
