Watch our video featuring Kate Lewthwaite who explains the science behind the changes Britain’s natural environment goes through at this time of year – from leaves changing colour, to the migration of certain species of birds and even the ripening of our favourite berries It’s that time of the year again, the leaves are falling from the trees, the first of the conkers have hit … Continue reading Get the kids outside to understand Autumn
Learning to play a musical instrument is not only fun for children, it also benefits them academically, emotionally and socially, making it a fantastic hobby for them to pick up. Plus, with so many different musical instruments to choose from, it is a hobby that does not need to be expensive and is suitable for children from as young as 2 years old. Memory and … Continue reading The benefits that children gain from playing an instrument
Having your DNA embedded into a personalised print might sound like something from another world, but creative talent Iona Inglesby is doing just that. Her company, Dot One, was launched in 2015 through Iona’s love of science and design within the world of genetics. She is one of just a few small businesses proving that science and art are in fact the perfect “mixture” in … Continue reading Designer Profile: Iona Inglesby
With Hallowe’en upon us, we’ve found a perfect witchy recipe to make with your kids to get them in the mood for some (healthy) trick or treating! These Raw Witches Fingers are vegan friendly too! Raw Witches Fingers Makes 16 fingers Preparation time: 15 minutes Ingredients: 5 California Prunes 3 dates 2 tbsp maple syrup 1 tbsp honey 1 tbsp water (optional) pinch of salt ¼ … Continue reading Raw Witches Fingers: Recipe
Hungry for a culinary adventure? There is a whole menu of reasons your next stop should be the Capital Region of the USA. Take the foodies’ tour of Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia with travel presenter Ashley House, as he samples the best food in the region. Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia are brimming with culture and history but there is also a vast and … Continue reading USA: Culinary tour of the Capital Region
“Hard work, determination and self belief.” Kate Hollowood, founder of her namesake small business Kate Hollowood, is reflecting on how she started her own brand. Sat in her studio in the quiet town of Leamington Spa, Kate speaks passionately about her career to date. She studied Textile Design at the Birmingham University of Art and Design when her youngest child started school, a risk the … Continue reading Designer Profile: Kate Hollowood
