organic

so good in every way – Ochre is more than a colour

admin November 1, 2016

So good in every way – Ochre is more than a colour So we’ve decided that we totally love the colours this time of year, so if you’ve not instagrammed […]

It’s Autumn – time for a photo challenge

admin October 4, 2016

#sgiew {so good in every way} . Who would like a new theme? This week we’ll be (almost predictably) celebrating Autumn – so tag us – #sgiew_AUTUMN and we have […]

Organic September and WIN with Palava.co

admin September 15, 2016

Organic September and WIN with Palava.co So Organic September is here again, and that means we are another year older, and, um wiser?? 2016 has been a bit of a […]

instagram challenge – doors and window

admin August 2, 2016

[ so good in every way ] #sgiew #sgiew_DoorsAndWindows This post has moved – it can now be read in full HERE thank you for stopping by… 🙂

#sgiew and #sgiew_PAUSE instagram challenge

admin July 19, 2016

#sgiew and #sgiew_PAUSE instagram challenge The theme for #sgiew is #sgiew_PAUSE – and we’d love you to join in for a chance to win a wonderful pair of the beautiful Piper V Brown Linen […]

instagram challenge – Pets

admin July 12, 2016

#sgiew and #sgiew_PetPose instagram challenge The theme for #sgiew (so good in every way) this week is #sgiew_PetPose – and we’d love you to join in with your favourite pet photos! It can be you, with […]

so good in every way – instagram challenge – grow

admin June 28, 2016

[ so good in every way ] #sgiew #GROW We’re loving sharing nature and growing with children throughout these (warm) wet summer months, either outdoors or down on the allotment, […]

Millican – the Sustainable backpack for the conscious traveller

admin June 2, 2016

Millican – the sustainable backpack for the conscious traveller I’ve been looking for a backpack with a more ‘grown-up’ feel to it for a while. I’ve had the inconvenience of shoulder and back discomfort for some […]

Late summer getaway at Fforest Gather 2016

admin June 1, 2016

Fun at Fforest Gather 2016 If you’re looking to get away this summer, check out the FForest Gather. Fforest Gather places emphasis on engagement, exchange and fun. Labelled as ‘a gathering’ […]

Switch off – enjoy the fields and the silence

admin April 27, 2016

Switch off – enjoy the fields and the silence This article has now moved HERE – thank you for stopping by… 🙂 Check out my instagram feed for […]

instagram challenge, sgiew – calm

admin April 26, 2016

[ so good in every way ] #sgiew #calm #calmsea #calmbeforethestorm So about tonight’s theme; (and this is ‘confession time’ for me) I discussed the theme #calm with Diana, our guest […]

Who Made My Clothes ?

admin April 22, 2016

2016 is the third anniversary of the Rana Plaza factory complex disaster and the third Fashion Revolution event to mark the occasion. This year Fashion Revolution Day has been extended […]

Easy Vegan Banana Bread Recipe

admin April 7, 2016

Vegan Banana Bread Recipe We ‘bumped into’ Rachel over on Instagram, having seen her photos of yummy Vegan Banana Bread we asked her for the recipe and here it is! […]

Instagram challenge – eggs

admin March 22, 2016

[ so good in every way ] #sgiew #eggs It’s time for a new ‘so good in every way’, it’s #eggs this week, let’s fill the #sgiew feed with photos of umm, […]

Instagram Challenge – Blossom and Blooms

admin March 15, 2016

[ so good in every way ] #sgiew #blossomandblooms It’s time for a new ‘so good in every way’, it’s #blossomandblooms this week, let’s fill the #sgiew feed with photos of magnolia, […]

Instagram challenge – here comes spring

admin March 1, 2016

[ so good in every way ] #sgiew #herecomesspring It’s time for a new ‘so good in every way’, it’s #herecomesspring, let’s fill the #sgiew feed with the signs of SPRING! […]

Instagram challenge winners – sgiew, time for tea

food
organic

admin March 1, 2016

Over on instagram, and ‘so good in every way’ this week (#sgiew) the photograph prompt theme was #timefortea! We were delighted to be mentioned by Sara Tasker, over on @me_and_orla […]

sgiew instagram challenge – time for tea

admin February 23, 2016

sgiew instagram challenge – time for tea [ so good in every way ] #sgiew #timefortea It’s time for a new ‘so good in every way’, it’s #timefortea, so whether a […]

sgiew instagram challenge – green

admin February 9, 2016

sgiew instagram challenge – green It’s time for a new ‘so good in every way’, it’s #green, as in #spring and #shoots – so whether it’s your favourite paint pot, a […]

Fruit and Veg – sgiew, instagram photo challenge winners

admin January 26, 2016

#sgiew winners announcement! What a lovely welcome back for our #sgiew { @sogoodineveryway } themed photo challenge… Our guest judge @jenlittlebirdie had the tough job of selecting nine of many […]

instagram challenge Fruit and Veg

admin January 19, 2016

[ so good in every way ] #sgiew Fruit and Veg. So following a hiatus, we’re BACK! kicking off the @sogoodineveryway {#sgiew for short} community challenge for 2016…. been busy […]

what are microbeads

admin January 4, 2016

The circle of life – think about it, if you use a skincare product, which may contain microbeads, those little pieces of plastic smaller than a grain of sand, you wash […]

instagram challenge light

admin December 8, 2015

[ so good in every way ] #sgiew Light. Time for this week’s @sogoodineveryway {#sgiew for short} community challenge. It’s [ #light ] this week. It’s that time of year, candles, […]

Instagram challenge pumpkin

admin October 27, 2015

It’s time for this week’s #sogoodineveryway community challenge. It’s [ pumpkin ] this week, as they are really are just everywhere – and, oh the colours! If you would like to join in, use […]

fforest and Welsh woven blankets

admin October 26, 2015

As a design graduate, I have always had an interest and are drawn to, ‘creative types’ – I love to be inspired by these people – and admire their drive […]

Instagram challenge Autumn Leaves

admin October 20, 2015

It’s time for this week’s #sogoodineveryway challenge. It’s [ autumn leaves ] this week, as they are really just so ubiquitous – and of course totally photogenic! If you would like […]

Summer essentials

admin August 26, 2015

Summer may nearly be over but we thought it would only be right to mention our favourite items that helped us through those hot summery days. Whether on the beach […]

Glamping in Devon

admin July 30, 2015

If you are looking for a weekend camping IN COMFORT look no further than Aller Farm Glamping – We go camping in Europe every summer, and have been doing so […]

Tribe on Reflection

admin July 29, 2015

Since beginning my work in the world of ethical fashion this summer, I was immediately drawn to Tribe Sunglasses. The whole idea that no two pairs are the same […]

It’s Blueberry Season!

admin July 28, 2015

Blueberry season is upon us and we’re lucky enough to have a blueberry bush in our garden. We couldn’t let these blueberries go to waste so here are three of […]

Sophie La Girafe leads the way

admin June 16, 2015

France have shown their eco-friendly colours this week, banning the over the counter sale of the Monsanto *RoundUp* weedkiller. Whilst this ban has been brought forward due to its carcinogenic effects, the […]

World Environment Day

admin June 5, 2015

Today is world environment day. Our highlight brand today is an amazingly environmentally aware shoe company based in London. They give 3% of their profits to four environmental charities. Launching […]

Ethical Fashion Po-Zu – shoes

admin February 9, 2015

I recently came across this amazing shoe brand Po-Zu.com when they were featured on the Guardian’s Christmas Shopping guide and I totally fell in love. Ethically made in Portugal, these […]

Foraging and Blackberry Crumble

admin September 14, 2014

Foraging and Blackberry Crumble We do rather love a late summer, with fruit to forage for free, and the late sunshine is all rather a bonus! We are lucky enough […]

Easy Carrot and Lentil Soup

food
organic

admin March 10, 2014

I make this Carrot and Lentil Soup a LOT! It’s so easy, the kids can make it on their own now, and love it so much that we make double […]

More in the Forest – Visit England

admin August 1, 2013

We are so lucky in the UK to have such amazing countryside to visit – and with the summer hols in full swing, we were delighted to hear that one […]

An Organic Summer Wedding Cake

admin May 29, 2013

Wedding Cakes don’t always have to be white… This one was rather special, full of organic and fairtrade ingredients, all sourced locally, and made by Emma, a good friend of […]

Meet Jill Barker, Sense Organics

admin May 13, 2013

A Greener Life for us are delighted to hear that Jill Barker is BACK! After taking a break from London life, Jill Barker, the founder of Green Baby, the original organic […]

Urban Gardens – the wonders of Spring

admin May 1, 2013

So, it’s Day 4.) in our #UrbanGardens series… For the life of me, can’t remember what this tree is called! Please tell me so that I can update this post! […]

Do Bees like Magnolia trees?

admin April 29, 2013

Oh yes… clearly they do. Totally delighted today with the EU’s decision to suspend the use of three neonicotinoid pesticides. Emma Hockridge, Soil Association Head of Policy said; “This is […]

Support your local bees!

admin April 25, 2013

Today we have a guest post… Brigit Strawbridge – who will be at the local Somerset Carymoor Environmental Trust this weekend talking about bees. The plight of bees has very much been […]

It’s Earth Day 2013!

admin April 22, 2013

Earth Day 2013 has been given a knee-up thanks to Google featuring it as its doodle today. This sweet animation shows the cycle of seasons represented by the rising and […]

Ethletic – Shoes that look good and feel good

admin April 19, 2013

Love these shoes… Have been a big fan for a long time now, I have the Pink Fairtrade Low Top Trainers which are made with organic, vegetarian cotton and rubber soles. […]