Hints & Tips
7 R’s to Eco Parenting
We all know about the classic 3Rs ….reuse, reduce, recycle, as a parent, sincerely wanting to have an impact, how about adding a few more: refuse, rehome, repair and reach out. As soon as I became a parent, despite my best efforts, a lot of my environmentally friendly habits sort of vanished. This can be […]
How to Fall Back in Love With Your Old Clothes
The rise of fast fashion has paved the way for a throwaway culture in the clothing industry, and it’s having a massive impact on our planet. So it’s no surprise to see that shoppers are turning to the second‐hand market for their next purchase, as well as finding other creative solutions to reduce landfill.
My Allotment Adventure
This blog is to tell you about how I discovered gardening, and to share my best tips for your new allotment or growing space, wherever it may be.
Confessions of a First Time Mum
As a first time Mum you create a vision of what you believe Motherhood looks like. It’s idyllic, it’s all love and hearts and it’s free from judgement. When you become a Mother, that is when the fun starts. It is all love and hearts but it isn’t free from judgement and it isn’t easy! […]
Kids Activities for the Summer Holidays
School’s out for summer! The beginning of the summer holidays is the most exciting time of the year for kids, but what happens once the novelty has worn off? We’ve put together some ideas to keep your kids entertained this summer.
The Ongoing Journey Of An Eco-mummy
Hi, I’m Gem. A mum of 2, wife to an amazing, supportive hubby and a strategic marketer by trade. I am all about combining the love of my family and gardening with my most recent love of being green! I love all things eco and have recently started the family out on our green journey… […]
How to Make Your Living Space All About You
Our homes act as safety bubbles from the uncertainties of life, because of this, it’s important to surround ourselves with the things we really love and the things that make us feel good. A recent infographic done by Carpetright looks at how your home can help your mental health. Their research highlights the importance of […]
10 Ways to Redesign Your Home
There are tonnes of interesting ideas to consider here, but it all depends on your inspiration and the current condition in your home. Our goal is to help you out by showing the top 10 ways to redesign a home on a shoestring budget.
Get Your Garden Summer Ready
We’ve produced a list of top tips to make sure your garden is looking in perfect shape for the long (hopefully hot) summer ahead!
Turn Your Garden Into a Relaxing Haven
In line with Mental Health Awareness Week, here at Preloved we have produced a list of ways you can turn your garden into a tranquil haven and a space you can go to be mindful, relax and recharge.