Why journal? To slow you down and give you time to think. To help you get things out of your head. To help you remember things Just for the fun of it What to journal about? I like setting myself little challenges to journal or doodle once a day for a week or so. Month long challenges tend to be …
Countdown to Cosy – 8 things you can mend quickly
Things you can fix quickly Squeaky floor or bed – try baby powder or cornflour in the gaps Fridge running warm – vacuum the back of it and move it away from the wall a bit more. Scratched CD’s or DVD’s – try a little hair gel rubbed into the scratches. Wash off with water and dry well before playing. …
Countdown to Cosy – Hankies
Coughs and sneezes spread diseases The very best way to stop spreading a cold is to not sneeze on people! Firstly, it’s gross, secondly it is easy to avoid if you have a hanky. Disposable hankies are really popular because they are considered more hygienic but if I ever use one, I use it more than once anyway. A proper …
Countdown to Cosy – Spring Bulbs
Bulbs are easy! If you don’t think you have green fingers think again. Some bulbs are really easy to grow and if you plant them in the garden can pretty much be left to their own devices. Start with something simple and slug resistant like a crocus or a daffodil but don’t keep the daffoldil bulbs in the kitchen because …
Countdown to Cosy – Conker Soap
This is an excerpt from the Eco-Friendly Autumn book which is packed full of ideas that will help you save money and live more sustainably. Join in with the conversation in the less-stuff Facebook group to share your ideas. I’d love to hear how this works for you. Countdown to Cosy is a collaboration with The Frugal Family – check …
Countdown to Cosy – Feel Better Flu Brew
This is an excerpt from the Eco-Friendly Autumn book which is packed full of ideas that will help you save money and live more sustainably. Feel Better Flu Brew I make a large pot of this as soon as I start to feel a little bit under the weather. You can brew it right down into a cordial to add …
Countdown to Cosy – Preserve it
Preserving saves you money If you can make seasonal food last longer by preserving it you will be quids in. Especially if that seasonal food is cheap because there is a glut of it at the moment, or it’s in the reduced section. You can preserve food in loads of different ways, the easiest way is to bulk cook a …
Countdown to Cosy – Swap it
What can you swap today? Swapping is a great way to make a little change for the better. Here are some ideas for things to change around. Remember every little thing we do to live more sustainably is good, even though it seems a tiny drop in the ocean. Try a banana instead of a slice of cake Refill a …
Countdown to Cosy – Read it or ditch it
Have you got a stack of things to ‘read later’? It could be anything from recipes to current affairs and if you are anything like me you might have a collection that goes back some years! Are there any that you could read right now? Make a cup of tea, get comfy and do some reading. You might find you …
Countdown to Cosy – Find that draft
It’s good to have a bit of ventilation in our homes but there is no need to live in a wind tunnel! Find the draft! You can find the drafts easily with a candle, match, lighter or a bit of tissue paper and this video shows you how. Get professional help If you live in Bristol the amazing CHEESE …
How easy is it to upcycle a plastic bottle?
If you are an IKEA Family member you might have seen these amazing emails that feature products for £0! That’s right, nothing! IKEA are promoting the Live LAGOM ethos of upcycling and making new things out of old. I’ve been crafting for as long as I remember and the re-purposing ideas really inspired me. I wanted to see how easy …
Craft with Lisa from less-stuff at IKEA’s Learning Lab in Greenwich
Earlier this year I was invited to visit the IKEA store in Greenwich. It is pretty special because it is very sustainable. They use solar power, harvest all their rainwater, use only LED lightbulbs and they let the daylight in. The store has huge and gorgeous windows and a rooftop with wonderful views of the city. For me, the most …