Sustainable Living

  • 3 ideas to bring some greenery into your home

    So you have decided on some much-needed greenery for you home, but rather than the conventional ‘plant stuck in pot’ you want some different and a little more unique.   Well, you have come to the right place. These upcycled planter ideas, using everything from old crates to wine corks to tins, will provide you […]
  • 21 upcycled ideas to make your rustic wedding truly magical

    You are planning your wedding and have decided on a rustic wedding theme… good choice. Not only are there mountains of ideas out there, but you also get to upcycle some everyday options into gorgeous decorations, with the added benefit of saving a lot of money. Here are just 21 (plus a venue option) of […]
  • That’s not just an ordinary oil barrel

    When an oil barrel comes to the end of its original use, it no longer means it will live out its days on a landfill. Clever, creative people are looking at the simple oil barrel and upcycling it into unique products that allow the oil barrel to live on in another form.   One such […]
  • A sustainable clothing line that doesn’t sacrifice style

    More and more clothing companies are looking to create items that are sustainable and have a positive impact on the environment. Items that use recycled materials, while at the same time reduce toxic emissions and recycle waste water.   Previously we wrote about the Honeycomb boot made from Bionic Canvas, a combination of  organic cotton […]
  • Transformation of ocean plastic into stylish denim

    Many of us love visiting the oceans, taking a stroll along a beautiful beach or going for a dip in the cool, clear water. What we do not love is trying to avoid rubbish while swimming, or walking in between layers of rubbish as we take that stroll.   Sadly this is a reality for […]
  • Our top 10 picks for upcycled chairs

    If you need a new chair for your house or office why opt for a boring run-of-the-mill chair that can be found in most homes. Rather look towards remarkable designers who are taking random items and upcycling them into retro, unique and sustainable pieces.   Here are just 10 of our favourites. Which of these would […]