This sewing project is great for beginners. Not only will you feel a great amount of pride once completed, but you will also have a pretty addition to your home interior!Know thy Sewing Machine It is very important that you understand your sewing machine to avoid any frustration, helping to make se
Switch off to switch on You might think that social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook keep you socially connected, but often the opposite is true. (Just how many online friends do you know? Exactly.) So, Earth Hour is the perfect time to get together with friends and switch off all comput
Sixty minutes to save the world! Are you up for the challenge? We shed some light on what Earth Hour is all about.
Stuff! We’re surrounded by so much stuff! We’ve gained it, bought it, stashed it and now we’re stuck with it. It’s time for a change. “Less is more” is an idea that fits in with eco-friendly lifestyles, focusing on minimising waste and only buying what you really need.
Words by Giulia Simolo Planning an eco baby shower for your friend is a great way to be kind to the environment and ensure that even before her baby is born he or she is welcomed into the world with a smile.
Did you know that up to 70% of your household’s waste can be recycled? This is good news, but although you’re an avid recycler, there are some items that should never find their way into the recycling bin.
When mid-summer rears its hot head, chances are you’re quick to reach for air con. But air conditioners use up a lot of energy and increase your carbon footprint. There are some more eco-friendly and cost-effective ways to stay chilled this summer. Open your windows when it’s
Most people want to “scale down” – especially after overspending during the holiday season and looking towards a new year filled with new challenges, deadlines and opportunities. While you can’t always just commit to fewer responsibilities, there are ways to make sure you
Eco-friendly weddings are getting a makeover: they are no longer seen as cheap or unglamorous. Nowadays, a green wedding is synonymous with creativity, uniqueness and beautiful sentimentality. Here’s how to make your big day green and glam! Green gowns On your wedding d
Putting a recycle sign on a blue bin and hoping people recycle at your Christmas party might earn you brownie points – but it doesn’t make your party “green”. While there are quite a few guides on how you can green your party, most of us don’t want to bend over backwards