Category Archives: Eco & Handmade

Buying Handmade

26 Nov ’09

I’ve written a lot how I am not a huge gift giver as I much prefer to give the gift of time to friends (a trip, a spa, a fancy dinner out…) or the unexpected gift. But when I do… Continue reading →

Discussion 2 Comments Category Eco & Handmade, Holidays

Earth Day

22 Apr ’09

Looking back at how I was raised and how the household was run, I can say that we were extraordinarily eco-friendly and self-sufficient although we never would have called ourselves that. There was no green movement then and those who… Continue reading →

Discussion 3 Comments Category Eco & Handmade

Earth Hour

27 Mar ’09

Tomorrow at 8:30PM begins Earth Hour; an hour dedicated to turning off all the lights. A lot of cities, hotels, shops and homes are involved (a few local hotels are giving out glow sticks to guests!) and I’m also going… Continue reading →

Discussion 5 Comments Category Eco & Handmade

Etsy Love

4 Nov ’08

I’ve written here before on my Etsy Finds and also on Pet the Pretty Things (where I actually highlight some of the things I’ve bought). Like so many I’ve found that it’s a great resource for finding almost anything I… Continue reading →

Discussion 4 Comments Category Eco & Handmade, Wonderment

Friday Loves – Etsy

23 May ’08

These are my current favourites on Etsy. It took me awhile to come around to Etsy though I can’t tell you exactly why. For years I have been singing the praises of independent artists and supporting them and have done… Continue reading →

Discussion 4 Comments Category Eco & Handmade, Everyday Hygge