4 Great reasons why you should consider shopping local in 2019

January 18, 2019.Reading time 7 minutes.

Sometimes it’s hard to avoid spending money with corporate companies. They often offer attractive deals and then there’s the fact that many big chains are conveniently on your high street – or on your screen. But, when you’re presented with the choice, here are 4 reasons why you should choose to shop locally…

Shop handmade, local & independent this Christmas with Etsy

December 10, 2018.Reading time 8 minutes.

If you’re looking for a truly unique gift this Christmas, you’ve got to go handmade. Etsy is a great marketplace to find items that have been crafted by artisans and creatives so that’s where I’ve been shopping this year. Here are some festive gift ideas for all members of the family…

4 Sustainable (& fun!) reasons why you should buy a local Christmas tree

November 27, 2018.Reading time 10 minutes.

If you’re planning to have a real Christmas tree in your home this year, why not choose the eco-friendly and sustainable option of buying local? I took a tour of a Suffolk tree plantation on Friday so here’s why you should consider getting your festive tree from a local producer…