Journal

I spent two and a half years working from home in lockdown conditions and I've learned a few tricks to stay motivated, productive - and sane. In these crazy times of COVID-19 self-isolation, I wanted to share what I've learned.

P.s If you are trying to work from home with kids in the house, skip number 4....

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Your home needs to feel cosy and warm when the days get shorter and nights get colder. And I have a few simple tips to ensure your home is inviting, layered and winter-ready this season.

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‘Simplicity’ has become a bit of a buzz-word these past few years, along with ‘Scandi’ and ‘minimalist’. But I’m a true believer in simplicity, and I apply it much further than a clean Instagram aesthetic. I'll show you the benefits of simplicity and how to live a simple life.

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We all want to do our bit for the planet, and we know we have a huge waste problem that just gets worse every year. But the thought of being 'waste free' is super stressful - where would we even begin!? Yet a few small changes in our daily behaviour can have a huge (positive) impact on our environment. So let me show you three easy tips help you wage the war on waste at home. 

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You recycle properly, take a keep cup wherever you go, and you try to reduce your waste. You know about the devastating impact of factory-made fast fashion, and you’re trying to build an ethical wardrobe. But how do you shop sustainably for your home? We share our secrets for shopping sustainably without compromising your style.

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Our consumer culture has changed from buying things to make our lives easier and more pleasurable, to having 'stuff' just for the sake of it. We rarely consider how things are made and whether they are good for us and the planet. Gingerfinch is bucking this trend. We want you to buy less but live with the best.

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Slow living is all about appreciating the best things in life. But slow living has also helped me with conflict resolution, togetherness, listening, and understanding. So on this Valentine's Day, Mr Finch and I have put together a few tips to help you slow your relationship.

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Christmas is fast approaching and for many of us, that means a lot of entertaining. While we all love the idea of hosting friends and family it can be a very stressful time. But slow living can help. So here’s my Slow Living Guide to entertaining – it may just save your day.

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Want to know a bit more about Gingerfinch? Here we talk about our life philosophy of Slow Living and how it helped us become healthier, happier and more creative. How can you say no to that!?

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