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Review | Socks in a Box

Posted on February 10, 2022October 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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Trying to live more sustainably may seem tricky when you first try to embrace it but with more and more amazing products, companies and services now available, it can actually be far easier than you may have originally thought. Socks in a Box is one such company on a mission to make a difference, a positive one for both our feet and for the planet. Made from bamboo, these socks are far better for foot health and as bamboo is a sustainable material, you can feel happy that you are doing your small bit. I’ve been trying out their subscription and some of the fantastic range on offer, here is my honest review of Socks in a Box.

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Eco-Friendly Parenting Hacks To Take The Guilt Out Of Every Day

Posted on February 8, 2022October 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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With countless millennial parents choosing not to have children due to the estimated 58.6 metric tonne carbon footprint doing so can create annually, it’s natural to feel the weight of environmental responsibility as a parent. Luckily, there are things you can do to enjoy parenthood and still have a positive environmental impact, starting with things such as cloth nappies and wipes, and then going onto more long-term parental eco-focuses, some of the most effective of which we’ll be discussing here in our top 3 eco-friendly parenting hacks.

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10 Ways To Keep Creative Time With Children Eco-Friendly

Posted on February 7, 2022October 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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Creating art may not seem like the most environmentally friendly activity but giving children the opportunity to be creative is important for their development. Professional artist and mother of two Gillian Hancey gives 10 tips for giving children creative time while minimising the impact on the environment and recycling materials otherwise destined for landfill.

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Review | The Tiger Who Came To Tea Theatre Show

Posted on February 5, 2022October 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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The Tiger Who Came to Tea is an Olivier Award-nominated smash hit show that has been running now for 12 years and we were lucky enough to have this touring stage show come to The Haymarket Theatre in Basingstoke. As big fans of the book, we were very excited to be invited along to review it.

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Zero Waste Make-Up Remover

Posted on February 3, 2022October 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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When it comes to looking for eco-friendly make-up removers it can be hard to tick all of the boxes – plastic-free, cruelty-free, actually works, smells nice, feels nice, plus having something non-faffy and really simple to use. In the past, I have used lotions in plastic bottles with cotton wool pads and I never liked the sensation on my face or the waste it was creating. Why do so many products feel as though they are just sitting on top of your skin?! Yes, there are now many more brands out there offering reusable make-up remover pads with their more eco-friendly products but what if you want something even simpler? Here is my solution to finding the perfect zero waste make-up remover.

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How to Be a Better Party Host

Posted on January 28, 2022October 20, 2024 by Emma Reed

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No one wants to throw a party where nothing goes right and the guests aren’t enjoying themselves. This is why it’s important to plan out the event and work on becoming the best host possible. But what does this involve? Read on to find out how you can be a better party host and throw the best parties ever.

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3 Nature and Activity Places to Visit in Hampshire

Posted on January 22, 2022March 24, 2025 by Emma Reed

We are really lucky to live in the county of Hampshire there is just so much in and around this area for us to explore and discover. As a family who love venturing outdoors and being close to nature we are often out and about and I love sharing these on social media to give others ideas but I’d realised I hadn’t written a days’ out post for a while here on my blog so I thought I would provide an informative style article and give you 3 nature and activity places to visit in Hampshire that are ideal for walkers, dogs and families to enjoy all the year-round.

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