sustainable lifestyle

Is linen sustainable? Examine flax cultivation, processing, dyeing, durability, care and end-of-life factors to make a more informed textile choice.

Learn when and how to bleach white linen fabric, what to avoid with coloured linen, and why testing first helps protect linen clothes and home textiles.

Explore Sara Martinsen’s Phytophilia exhibition and its archive of plant fibres, from flax to bamboo, with original exhibition photo credits preserved.

A more thoughtful Christmas gift guide with second-hand finds, edible presents, experiences, subscriptions, short breaks and careful re-gifting.

Make your home more sustainable with practical steps for energy, buying, laundry, food, cleaning and long-lasting natural textiles.

Refresh a small rental bathroom with reversible storage, lighting, textiles and styling ideas that respect tenancy rules and limited space.