Sue Willis finds support in a community approach Blue Planet II came and went. “I can’t watch it. We’re destroying the world…” War on Plastic. “OK, I’ll watch that. It’s just about reducing single-use plastic…” Actually, that was the tipping point from individual to community action. I thought I had done as much as I …
The JUNO Tree Project
JUNO are growing trees! For every 2019 Back Issue Pack sold, JUNO will plant a tree! JUNO has access to over 30 acres of woodland and trees will be planted in the area around the JUNO head office. The trees planted will be indigenous British species including oak and lime. The 2019 Back Issue Pack …
Winter Gift Inspiration
SleepyNico – Alfie Baby Carrier Handmade from 100% cotton in the UK. Bright and vibrant rainbow design that will never fail to make you smile. £85 www.sleepynico.com Scence – Rose Gift Box Natural skincare handmade in Cornwall using solar energy. Plastic-Free. Vegan Friendly. Includes: Face Balm, Hand Balm, Deodorant Balm, Body Moisturiser & Lip Balm …
Natural Gift Ideas 2019
Reviews by Natalie Ellerby, Saffia Farr and Isobel Higley Starry Night Garnet Ceò Scarf This is a beautiful scarf in shades of winter burgundy. As well as being extremely comfortable, it is highly innovative. It is made using recycled polyester from plastic bottles and recycled cotton from t-shirts, combined with 4% silk and 1% cashmere. …
CLOTHING REVIEWS
Reviews by Saffia Farr, Vanessa Hennigan, Terry James, Vicky Smith and Alex Turner Long-sleeve T-shirt The ethos of Beeboobuzz is to offer a range of bright, bold, gender-neutral clothes for children. This T-shirt comes in a choice of seven colours – we tried the purple one, which is fantastic! My daughter loves the little bee …
School Uniform
Helena Jackson explains her quandary As my son left nursery for the last time, my thoughts turned to school uniform for his new start. I thought it would be a quick task to find the right sizes and colour and put the clothes away until September. However, I was disappointed and surprised that the fabric …
Natural Bodycare
Vegan Lip Gloss, Juniper Seed I don’t like wearing lipstick but I do like lip balm, and I love the combination of this gloss, which moisturises with a glimmer of colour and sparkle. It is very soft and it applies easily and feels very creamy. The packaging is made from paper and cardboard, so you …
A Timeless Approach
Janni Nicol introduces us to Steiner Waldorf early childhood education. Steiner Waldorf education is 100 years old! It is founded on the workof the Austrian philosopher and educator Rudolf Steiner, who wished to create a form of education that would help pupils achieve“clarity of thought, sensitivity of feeling and strength of will”.After listening to Steiner’s …
Eco Disposables
Reviews by Charlotte Alner, Saffia Farr and Jess Hazel , published in SPRING 2019, Issue 60. 1. Bamboo Nappies, Nü Nü nappies are attempting to solve the problems of landfill and deforestation by creating nappies made from sustainable materials. Their focus is the “end of life” credentials of a product. The nappies are made from …
9 Eco Travel Products For Your Summer Holiday
Go Outdoors, Reviews by Saffia Farr. Published in JUNO Magazine, SUMMER 2019 Issue 61. 1. Mustela Very High Protection Sun Lotion This factor 50+ lotion protects skin from UVB and UVA and is suitable for very young babies. It uses Mustela’s “Avocado Perceose” formula, which reinforces the skin barrier. It’s water-resistant and free from parabens …
Where the Wild Things Are -Embercombe Unplugged
Embercombe talk to us about connecting with nature, staying in vintage vans and visiting their beautiful valley on the edge of Dartmoor. Imagine a lost world … a place where the flow of nature knows no bounds, where animals roam freely in a sound-bath of birdsong. This is a place where the wild things are. …
Rebels with a cause: will you join in?
I keep having the same conversation: “Do you think Extinction Rebellion will make a difference to anything? Protest doesn’t work any more, does it?” I’m not sure whether these questions are being asked of everyone, or whether they are asked of me because of my background. Certainly, I’ve spent a lot of my life campaigning. …