As remembered by Nicky Scott --- Humble Beginnings – Meldon Road, 1990 My wife Yuli and I bought 8 Meldon Road in September 1990. It was a total wreck. The whole house needed gutting — old lead pipes ripped out, walls...

Embrace the Joy of Second-Hand Gifting As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to dust off those Christmas decorations, put on your favourite festive tunes, and—most importantly—consider how you can...

In recent years, the issue of plastic pollution has become increasingly urgent. Communities around the globe are waking up to the consequences of single-use plastics, and many are taking action to mitigate this...

In a world dominated by fast fashion and planned obsolescence, the art of visible repair offers a refreshing counter-narrative. Visible repair, also known as creative mending or decorative mending, is a practice that...

Composting is a fantastic way to reduce waste, enrich soil health, and promote biodiversity in your own back garden. By turning kitchen scraps and green waste into nutrient-rich compost, you can create a valuable...

Charities like Proper Job play a crucial role in helping the environment by giving a second life to pre-loved items. However, we also face ethical challenges when donated clothing is not reusable or recyclable. When...