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  • Danish eco start-up Sprout has taken window sill food cultivation up a notch with their plant a pencil and watch it grow...basil, tomatoes, parsley, micro greens, whatever takes your fancy

Flower arranging doesn't have to involve armfuls of riotous blooms and ornate ceramic vases, no, the Japanese way is far more minimalist

Duette blinds are energy saving

If you can't stretch to triple glazing, the next best thing you can do to save energy is to install window coverings that reduce the amount of heat lost through glass

delicate Cynoches orchid has unusual shaped petals. www.ellajames.co.uk

They have long been the interior designer's favourite indoor plant - no Kelly Hoppen interior is complete without an arrangement of orchids. And prices have come down considerably, so get autumn off to a bright and exotic start with some of these lovely long-lived (fingers crossed) houseplants. 

use non plastic products in daily living

You're probably on the case, but if you've been too busy to get down to your eco living due diligence, here are some products to consider switching to help reduce the amount of single-use plastic you buy - and so cut your carbon footprint. And get 'em in the post if you loathe going shopping

Insideout Garden Art

Not familiar with outdoor art and don't think pictures belong in the garden? well, Yorkshire's Insideout Garden Art begs to differ. So if you look out on an empty wall or fence, turn it into a gallery space!

TCS Ten Pin side table has a Design Mark award

It's a useful little table designed for in and outdoor use. It doesn't make up much space and is made from steel, with holes in the top for easy carrying

Hello Tiny World by Ben Newell of Worcester Terrariums

If you love gardening but are in want of a garden, then consider embracing the world of terrariums. A super useful new book is out that shows you how to create mini indoor container gardens that will fascinate and delight

Hembury side table from Solidwool

Solidwool has produced a limited edition run of Hembury side tables in collaboration with Roger Oates Design

Don't surreptiously wipe sticky fingers on your clothes...invest a few pounds in some impactful paper napkins that will elevate every mealtime

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