I’ve had lots of emails from Black-owned art prints businesses after publishing 11 brilliant black-owned UK businesses on Etsy so here are even more brilliant Black-owned small businesses! These businesses are all based in the UK so you can treat…
11 beautiful ethically made engagement rings for every budget
Whether you’re getting engaged or planning a proposal, it’s never been easier to buy a beautiful and ethically sourced engagement ring. Ethical jewellery means that the piece has been sourced and produced in a way that is ethical and legal….
Your black-owned UK business Christmas gift guide
If you want to shop ethically this Christmas then consider buying from Black-owned businesses in the UK. Not only does buying black-owned help to close the racial wealth gap, but it also supports local economies, creates jobs, avoids adding to the…
11 eco-friendly and ethical earrings to buy from Etsy
One accessory that is guaranteed to lift an outfit is a beautiful set of earrings. Not only do they make a great present to yourself, but they’re also a wonderful gift for someone else. The small size means that they’re…
The easy guide to sewing scrubs for healthcare and NHS workers
We are living in unprecedented times and it’s understandable that we all want to contribute something by making scrubs for our busy healthcare workers during the coronavirus lockdown. If you’re a sewer, then there are various things you can make…
9 tips for fast fashion addicts to quit the habit
I’ve been watching The Great British Sewing Bee on TV and its environmental focus made me think about how I broke away from fast fashion. I’m very vain in so many ways, and I do feel better when I’m happy…
How to hand wash clothes effectively while travelling to save money
Whilst travelling in Asia, I’ve started to enjoy the routine of hand washing my own clothes on the road so I thought I’d share my 7 top tips with you. The main reason that I’ve come around to hand washing…
9 eco-friendly and sustainable yoga essentials
Sustainability and yoga go hand in hand as practitioners try to reduce their impact on the world, so here are my top 9 eco-friendly and sustainable essentials that will help you to protect the planet while you practice.* It’s well…
5 sustainable key winter fashion pieces that you can wear every year
Sustainable fashion is a movement on the rise as we aim to have wardrobes that ‘spark joy’ and rid ourselves of our excess clothing clutter. Being sustainable is about thinking about our wardrobes and how we can mix and match…
