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Find out all about easy vegetables to grow in your garden for a harvest of fresh and healthy produce. If you are new to gardening, what are some easy vegetables to grow? Growing your own vegetables can be incredibly satisfying and rewarding. Freshly picked vegetables taste delicious, …
The Plastic Free July 2022 challenge is a great time to set some new goals to reduce plastic packaging waste. What can you do to take part this year? Plastic Free July 2022 – join in with millions of people around the world to reduce …
Are you considering buying or building a greenhouse in your garden, but not sure if it is worth it? Here is a list of reasons why your garden needs a greenhouse! Reasons why your garden needs a greenhouse Many people think that greenhouses are just …
Have a wonderful and eco friendly Christmas! As well as having a fun time with family and friends, we can also do things to have a more eco friendly Christmas. Here are some ideas to help you make ‘greener’ family traditions this year… Eco friendly …
Try these 5 reusable cling film alternatives Cling film alternatives Many people will have cling film / wrap in their kitchens (it is called Saran wrap or food wrap in some countries). It’s most commonly used to wrap packed lunches and cover leftover food. Cling …
Take up the Plastic Free July 2021 Challenge and make a few small changes to your buying habits… Are you taking part in the Plastic Free July 2021 Challenge? Everyone is at different places in their relationship with plastic products and packaging. We are all …
Try this easy to make hummus recipe! Hummus is so versatile and delicious Hummus is a fantastic dip or spread. The basic recipe includes chickpeas, tahini (a sesame seed paste), oil, lemon juice and garlic. You can add many other ingredients for flavour and colour, …
How to have an Eco-Friendly Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day is a fantastic time to show your loved ones how you feel about them. But you don’t need to spend lots of money or generate more waste, to express your love! Of course, you don’t really …
Homemade Mexican Seasoning spice mix recipe Some years ago, I fell into the habit of buying pre-made meal seasonings, particularly Mexican seasoning such as taco, burrito, or fajita mix. It seemed like a convenient way to buy spices and seasoning, particularly when I worked full …
If you are like me, you probably wonder ‘can I really make a difference though my actions to make help the environment?’. And ‘How can one person possibly make a difference, when faced with the huge environmental impact of big corporates like the fossil fuel …