the know alternativeConscious cleaning: an interview with Flavia FerrariWhen it comes to cleaning my home, I’ve always relied on my dear and competent cleaner to tell me what her favourite products are, without…Jun 5, 2019Jun 5, 2019
the know alternativeFull of energy in 2030 — a short story…Lyla looks into her phone and sees the balance. It’s been only one month since refurbishing her home and she had already made a profit…May 29, 2019May 29, 2019
the know alternativeBeryl’s beauties — discovering and restoring for the next generationJust last week I took the opportunity to indulge in one of my all time favourite pastimes — perusing village charity shops. We were in the…May 8, 2019May 8, 2019
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the know alternativeNo clothes for a year: How I gave up new clothes without even realising itIt wasn’t planned… in fact, I hadn’t even noticed. Until one day, when paying for a new top and tights, I realised I hadn’t bought any new…Mar 21, 2019Mar 21, 2019
the know alternativeThe plastic offenders: Beyond the bagPlastic bags have certainly had their well-deserved bad (w)rap. It’s a painful wince when we have to sheepishly ask for a bag, having…Mar 12, 2019Mar 12, 2019
the know alternativeAn appreciation for longevityOne of the things I loved discovering when I upholstered my first chair was that previous upholsterers often leave a small piece of the…Mar 7, 2019Mar 7, 2019
the know alternativeSmart packagingWe’ve all done it — moaned about the inordinate amount of packaging that seems to surround the smallest of things on the inside. Some…Mar 7, 2019Mar 7, 2019
the know alternativeFuture Fabrics Expo 2019I had the opportunity to escape to the 8th Annual Future Fabrics Expo recently. It was a dreamy experience. Surrounded by smart, creative…Mar 7, 2019Mar 7, 2019
the know alternativeDon’t despair…repairI bought a pair of sandals 10 years ago and summer after summer they’ve pounded the streets or strolled on beaches near and far. These…Mar 7, 2019Mar 7, 2019