Pin Gin | Gin Discovery

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What would you do if your husband came home and told you he wanted to start a Christmas Tree and Gin business? This is what happened to Amy… and not long after gin making equipment started arriving at her home.  Read more

International Women’s Day | Wonder Women

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For International Women’s Day I thought I would share some women who I admire and who (unbeknownst to them) have helped and influenced me with Home of Juniper.

Obviously there are many friends and family members who I love and am in awe of, and who have helped me through all aspects of my life. But these are a few women I have found through Home of Juniper, who I am proud to champion any day.  Read more

Mindfulness | Mindful Living Show

Mindfulness as a form of relaxation and a way of living has an increasing following. In a world where we spend an increasing amount of time in front of screens or  rushing around, taking a moment to yourself and concentrating on the world around you is important. This year you can find out more at the MindfuL Living Show London. Read more

Living Walls | Thinking Green

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We love plants. Anyone who follows us on social media will have had a hint of it already. So we decided to tell you a little bit about why we love plants and give you a few ideas on how to incorporate them into your life. We spoke to Plant Design, a company that specialises in bringing plants into indoor spaces, to find out a more. 

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Bee Charity – What the Proceeds do for bees!

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As a current supporter of the Bumblebee Conservation Trust, we would love to share a little more about why we support this charity, and what they do with the money raised through your support and the purchase of any of our bee products.

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Fashion Brands That Do More

Fast fashion and fast fashion alternatives have been in the news a lot recently. Here are a few of our Favourite clothing and accessories brands that do a little more. Whether it is in how the items are made, the charities the brand is linked to or why the brand was created:  Read more

The Importance of Self Love | An Interview with Kay Ska

We have been thinking a lot recently about the importance of self care and self love recently. Having a positive relationship with yourself can have a big affect on every aspect of your life. So we decided to chat to a Self Love professional, the lovely Kay Ska. We spoke to her about her business, her Instagram and the importance of Self Love and self esteem.

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Things To Do With Coffee | Food Blog

We love coffee. it is more than just something to wake us up in the morning, it is a ritual. However you make it (in a cafeteria, Drip coffee filters, Stove top coffee makers, or just a spoonful of instant) making it can give you a moments reflection and calm… and even if it doesn’t and you grab a cup on the way into work each morning, it does taste amazing.

Here are a few other ideas of what you can do with coffee other than just drinking it.

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How To Add Pastel to a Room | Interiors

 

We love pastel! Used properly it can lighten a room and add character. Using pastels with neutrals can create a beautiful light room. Interiors can also look gorgeous with a mix of pastels. Lilacs, blues, greens, yellows, pinks and more. Colours that can be used in any room in the house. Here are a few ways to add pastels to a room.

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Summer Holidays | Things To Do

A few ideas of what to do in the Summer Holidays …

Feeling crafty?

Creativity and making is the perfect way to learn new skills and have fun during the summer days, especially on rainy days (we will probably have some!). Painting, photography, embroidery; there are many ways to express your creativity. You can download embroidery patterns for example lovely ones by Ovobloom and  you can to find some sewing materials visit Sewing Online

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