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Why I do what I do: NomNom skincare
Published 6 March 2017Meet Jayne Russell of Nom Nom Skincare – award winning, Soil Association certified organic skincare for pregnancy, baby and beyond. Jayne’s luxurious and ethical skin treatments contain high levels of natural, nourishing plant-based ingredients. Not just skin deep even Nom Nom’s packaging is biodegradable and recyclable – protecting baby, mum and planet. Why I do […]
Green House: ideas for home makeovers
Published 7 February 2017Green House Are you inspired to have a new look home this year? After a wonderful trip to the Josef Frank exhibition at the Fashion & Textile Museum I find myself seeking vibrant colours, textiles and patterns. My colour prediction for 2017? It’s got to be green! Let’s begin by painting some drab walls … […]
Give green: Christmas gifts made in the UK
Published 29 November 2016Great gifts big & small Blue Patch works with small ethical and sustainable businesses in the UK, from paint-makers to toymakers to clothing designers. Online shopping giants are often seem cheaper and quicker, but our makers don’t mass-produce goods. Blue Patch presents a selection of high quality products at every time of the year but here’s […]
Sustainable Living: Business & pleasure
Published 3 November 2016Well wrapped Presentation is key in all walks of life. With numerous ways to alter appearances, here are some beautifully packaged options: for business and for pleasure. Whether you’re considering a seasonal rebrand for your product, a restyle for the new season or ways that we can care for our bodies… Upcycled with a small […]
Sustainable Living: Wool Campaign & more
Published 20 October 2016Catching October leaves As a child, it was considered lucky to chase and grasp a falling leaf from a tree this month. Not something I’ve done recently but worth remembering to make a wish for. Welcome Autumn! The trees have begun to change colour so thoughts are turning to indoor activities, fairs and workshops to […]
Blue Patch Film 2016: camera rolling!
Published 22 September 2016Our Headline Film Sponsors: Petermans Associates + Supporters – thank you all. So much support has come from a host of individuals and businesses – our Spacehive campaign was part of the Mayor of London Crowdfunding Programme and the Southwark hive. Over 65 people pledged and helped pay for a range of things we needed […]
Sustainable Living: Blue Patch edit
Published 11 August 2016More edited highlights In case you have missed some of our newsletters, Blue Patch presents just some of the newest Members to join this Summer – we have a round up from all our Homepage categories such as House, Garden, Wellbeing, Children, Business and Leisure. Sign up for the newsletter. HILL & ELLIS Handsome bike bags […]
Sustainable Living: Summer 2016
Published 21 July 2016Some edited highlights In case you have missed some of our newsletters, Blue Patch presents just some of the newest Members to join this Summer – we have a round up from all our Homepage categories such as House, Garden, Wellbeing, Children, Business and Leisure. Sign up for the newsletter. Grn Sportswear Grn Sportswear wanted […]
Why I do what I do: Conscious Skincare
Published 1 July 2016Rebecca Martin claims that she is only an armchair protester and an avid dance lover, but to the world she is the Queen of wellbeing brand Conscious Skincare. Here, Rebecca reveals the secrets behind her brand of plant based, organic skincare made in West Wales. I can tell you this much – Blue Patch team […]
Why I do what I do: Kreisdesign
Published 13 May 2016Like most people, we have fallen madly in love with Scandinavian influenced design – it just suits us! It’s hard not to form a strong hankering for the practical, clean and yet homely designs that tend to favour sustainable materials and processes. Nikki from Kreisdesign has taken these ideas, but with her typical flair has […]
Why I do what I do: Ethical upcycled fashion
Published 15 April 2016Fashion Revolution Week commences on the 18th April 2016, and people across the globe will be asking brands #whomademyclothes to show we as customers care about the people in all stages of the production line. With Hayley from Raggedy, you can be sure to receive clothing made with love, respect, and flair! Her timeless, seasonless […]
Announcing the very first Blue Patch Sustainable Business Awards
Published 26 February 2016We’re pleased to announce our very first Blue Patch New Business Awards, providing a ‘boost’ for startups in Britain. Visit us at www.bluepatch.org to find British made and sustainable products that are of exceptional quality – we’re a social enterprise too! The prizes: We’re giving three Awards to entrepreneurs who have launched a new business […]
Why I do what I do: Reborn Paints
Published 16 February 2016For those that don’t know, Blue Patch is made up of six hard-working women, three of whom are artists! This means that on average, there will be someone in our office thinking about paint at any one time. No wonder then that one of the first members to join us was New Life Paints – the […]
Why I do what I do: Wingback
Published 2 February 2016In the age of fast fashion and over-consumption it’s refreshing to see products made with love and built to last. With his gorgeous range of handmade leather wallets, Alasdair from Wingback does exactly that… Why I do what I do: I’ve always loved making things. With a background in industrial design and technical engineering, […]
Why I do what I do: Source Climate Change Coffee
Published 12 January 2016Good morning Coffee, you heavenly goddess of all productivity! The UK consumes above and beyond 70 million cups of coffee a day and I’d say the Blue Patch team is responsible for about half that figure. Britain clearly relies on those energetic beans in the morning so we got talking to our wonderful member Cristina […]
Why I do what I do: Green Oil
Published 4 December 2015Green Oil is an exemplary example of an ethical British business. Green Oil creates bicycle lubricants and other fluids from plants and biodegradable materials. CEO Simon is non-apologetic in his quest for a sustainable business that simultaneously makes great products whilst being kind to the wonderful planet. Welcome to the stage… Why I do what I […]
Why I do what I do: Lisa Watson
Published 6 November 2015We’re so happy to introduce the wonderful Quilts by Lisa Watson to our growing Blue Patch network. Lisa has been designing and stitching luxury quilts with a contemporary twist using fabulously British fabrics for a few years now. It’s time to get to know her… Why I do what I do: In my 20s I […]
Why I do what I do: Empatika
Published 23 September 2015Tristan Titeux of Empatika designs and makes contemporary style fitted furniture. Using wood from sustainable sources, he also plants a tree for each of his customers and funds rainforest conservation. Influenced greatly by his mother and father’s commitment to living with the lowest carbon footprint possible, everything Tristan makes is to the highest ethical standards. […]
Why I do what I do: Heather Scott
Published 22 July 2015Heather Scott makes contemporary objects that are beautiful and practical. Working amongst a vibrant group of creatives in West Cornwall, Heather represents the new force in design, where local tradition meets global concepts. With great skill and a sensitivity she combines materials such as ceramic, metal and wood. Heather’s aesthetic is firmly anchored in Cornwall […]
Why I do what I do: Kate Mobbs-Morgan and Rowan Working Horses.
Published 18 June 2015Kate, her Ardenne horses – Kipp and young Sol, her sheep and hens, live on the outskirts of Monmouth. Rowan Working Horses do commendable work clearing woods in a way that won’t upset the wildlife – fumes and noise free! Kate works for for private woodland owners, the Woodland Trust, local authorities, the National Trust and […]
Why I do what I do: Shane Connolly & Co florists
Published 5 June 2015Shane Connolly & Company fashion the most exquisite events. Shane trained as a florist and buys from New Covent Garden Flower Market. British Flowers Week, the ground-breaking annual campaign to promote British flowers and foliage, runs from Monday 15 June to Friday 19 June 2015 and this year British Flowers Week has a new virtual home at britishflowersweek.com. Shane […]
Why I do what I do: The Grain Grocer
Published 29 April 2015The Grain Grocer is all about community, local economy, responsible sourcing and our products are always organic and local where possible. Our refillable organic food project started at Crystal Palace Food Market and is very much still there; a lovely place high up the hills with great London views and clean air. Always Organic […]
Springtime: a time for speedy growers and bouncing beans
Published 4 April 2015Hurrah! it’s my favourite time of the year. The clocks have moved forward an hour so there’s more time to enjoy the outside world. Way back in darkest February, Jane from Blue Patch was initiated into the wonderful world of the South West British Flower Growers (organised by Flowers From The Farm), at their […]
Why I do what I do: Sweet Carolina
Published 10 March 2015Sweet Carolina is a home based local bakery in south London. Carolina prepares all kinds of delicious cakes and biscuits, made with love and dedication with the best local, organic and seasonal ingredients. Why I do what I do: Carolina Fox Watch the film I worked on film production and tv commercials for about 17 […]
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