It was some months ago while perusing my Facebook feed that I came across a very interesting discussion in a group. This particular thread was started by someone questioning whether a business planning to use sustainable leather and organic cotton could call themselves a sustainable business. There were comments on the meat and leather industries, […]
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The Fashion Revolution & What it Means for Sustainable Business
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It might as well be Spring
in Sustainable Living Tags #buylocal british business British design British made gifts homeware Independent UK makers Made in britain sustainable sustainable and ethical products Sustainable British Made Sustainable living Sustainable Makers UK artisans and designers
Now that Easter’s been and gone, it might as well be spring. This weekend has been so very springlike. A bit of sun, a bit of rain. Has anyone seen any Daffodils yet? Those are my favourite sign of spring. Last year we wrote this blog about garden products. To add to that list, and in honour […]
Something old, something new: A guest blog by Jan Knibbs
in Sustainable Living Tags british business British design British made ethical business ethical fashion Independent UK makers Made in britain Sustainability sustainable sustainable and ethical products Sustainable British Made Sustainable living Sustainable Makers UK artisans and designers
Did anyone get engaged recently? Whether you are frantically planning your wedding, or simply keeping an eye out for ideas, here are a few ways in which you can incorporate some of your family history into your wedding dress. Intrigued? Read on. We live in an age of mass production, surrounded by a throw-away society. […]
A touch of June to your Jan
in Sustainable Living, Sustainable Makers Tags british business British design British made ethical business Independent UK makers Made in britain Sustainable living Sustainable Makers UK artisans and designers
Did you know that January is named after Janus, the god of gateways and that Janus could look in both directions, back at the old year and forward towards the new year at the same time? Hindsight and foresight both 20/20 for this guy, right? However, as far as we’re concerned, December is as cold as January, […]
The birds, the bees and the best of the beasts.
in Sustainable Living Tags british business British design British made Independent UK makers Made in britain sustainable and ethical products Sustainable Makers UK artisans and designers
We all know someone who is mad about animals. Horses, dogs, cats, birds, bees, otters, sheep….. the list could go on! Here are a few ideas for animal themed christmas gifts, with even a few gifts for animals! Birds of a feather… 1. Green & Blue, Belle Feeder £26. Feed tits, sparrows, nuthatches and finches with fat balls, fruit and kitchen scraps! […]
London Design Fair: 2017
in Blue Patch Events Tags blue patch british business British design British made Home furnishings Independent UK makers London Design Fair sustainable and ethical products Sustainable living Sustainable Makers UK artisans and designers
We would like to invite you to visit the Blue Patch stand at London Design Fair at the Old Truman Brewery this September 21st – 24th. You’ll find us at stand no. C07 in Hall T2 showcasing a selection of talented and sustainable British designers and makers. Admire the range of Afid Design furniture made with beautiful materials, solid craftsmanship, simple, functional design and […]
King of shabby chic : Upcycled Creative
in Sustainable Living, Sustainable Makers, Why I do what I do... Tags Blue Patch blog British design British made Dragons Den Eco Lights gifts handmade home homeware House & Garden Independent UK makers interior design Lee Richards Lighting recycle sustainable and ethical products Theo Paphitis Upcycled Creative
Why I do what I do: Upcycled Creative Lee Richards of Upcycled Creative is a man on a mission. He’s busy turning discarded objects into distinctive, stunning lighting and furniture – picking up awards from TV Dragon Theo Paphitis along the way. Upcycled Creative design and produce hand-made eco-friendly pieces with an authentic ‘wow factor’. […]
Well dressed women: Scobel Clothing
in Sustainable Living, Sustainable Makers, Why I do what I do... Tags Blue Patch blog British design dressmakers ethical fashion Fashion Independent UK makers Made in London Scobel Clothing Sustainable Makers UK artisans and designers womenswear
Why I do what I do: Scobel Clothing We meet Jackie Parsons of Scobel Clothing who hails from several generations of well dressed women. Her collection of well made ‘anytime any-wear’ pieces have just enough quirk to make you smile and feel special. These items of clothing will last, but Jackie hopes you will patch […]
Sustainable Makers: Handmade contemporary joinery & designs
in Blue Patch Business, Sustainable Living, Sustainable Makers, Why I do what I do... Tags Blue Patch blog British design George Winks handmade Joinery Made in britain Shaker furniture sustainable and ethical products Temper Studio UK artisans and designers woodwork
Why I do what I do… Temper Studio Meet George Winks of Temper Studio. Temper create handmade contemporary designs, using both traditional and modern joinery and techniques. Influenced by the complex precision of Japanese joinery and the honest manufacturing of the American Shaker workshops, combined with a love of modern construction materials. It’s good to see […]
What will the High Street of the Future look like?
in Blue Patch Business, Blue Patch Events Tags Blue Patch blog Blue Patch Events british business British design British made conversation Dulwich Village Elizabeth Cox Helen Hayes High streets Independent UK makers Kate Hills Kaymet local economy London Farmers Market lovelocal Made in britain Make it British Mark Brearley Meet the manufacturer REconomy Sustainability sustainable Sustainable living
A little light conversation… Thank you for taking part We’re delighted to welcome visitors to our Sustainable Department Store on October 1st to join in the conversation ‘High Streets of the Future’ chaired by our local MP for Dulwich and West Norwood, Helen Hayes. The panel will gather in the Blue Patch hub at 2:20 […]