Q&A: Author of Rag Doll Lost - Pauline Emsley
Everyone knows that, here at Preloved, we're all big fans of everything upcycled, as is Preloved member Pauline Emsley, author of the book Rag Doll Lost. Pauline's book is perfect for inspiring little ones to think about reusing and recycling so we sat down and had a chat about her and the book!
#PrelovedHour - Come Join the Fun!
Every Thursday, over on our Twitter, something very special happens with the Preloved community. It's called #PrelovedHour and this is your invitation to come join the fun!
Member Upcycling Ideas | Fabulous Freeloved Furniture
Looking for some cheap furniture to furnish a room in your home? You don't have to settle for flat pack furniture that everyone else has. Browse Freeloved and who knows what treasures you will find!
Share your stories with the Preloved Community
Are you a second hand enthusiast? Have you recently given a furrever home to a Preloved pet? Did you find your dream item on Freeloved? Tell us all about it and be a part of the Preloved Community
AnyVan and Preloved #MagicVanMoves
Our partner, Anyvan, has been bringing some happiness to the world with their #MagicVanMoves by connecting unwanted pianos from Freeloved to those who want to play. It's always great to see Freeloved items going to great causes, so we thought this story deserved a spot on the Preloved blog.
A Day in the Life: Upcycled Creative
It’s always good to get a bit of an insight into what goes on inside a business. What customers see on the outside is often the finished product, the polished presentation, the ‘ready-for-the-public-eye piece’. However, there’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes to be able to get to that stage in the first place so we thought we would share with you a bit of a ‘day in the life of Upcycled Creative’.
How to Give a New Rescue Dog a Happy Home
Taking on a rescue dog is a wonderful thing to do, however, it can be stressful for the pooch when moving to a new home. Our friends at Wood Green are here with some tips on ensuring a new rescue dog has a happy home.
Common Illnesses of Pet Hens
Chickens are now the sixth most popular pet, and re‐homed commercial hens (ex-bats) are the ideal starter hen for first‐time hen keepers. Ex‐bats do, however, have their own specific issues, and sometimes knowing what is normal can help to establish the severity of a presenting condition. Our friends from the BHWT have put together a helpful guide to common illnesses of pet hens to help you along!
Beginner's Guide to Rehoming Hens
The British Hen Welfare Trust takes us through all the information you need when it comes to re-homing ex-bat hens.
A New Start? Adopting a Cat, A Blog by Pancake
A blog on adopting a cat - written from the perspective of the adoptee! Pancake gives us an insight into being adopted by Beth from the Preloved team.