AARVEN Journal

How to Have a Spooky, Sustainable Halloween | National Pumpkin Day

The spooky season is upon us! Who doesn't love an excuse to get dressed up and enjoy some sweet treats? But did you know that Halloween celebrations can often be...

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How Much Does it Cost to go Zero Waste?

Those of us who are interested in reducing our footprint have probably also adopted some zero waste habits into our own lifestyle. But you may be wondering, is it more...

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Where to Get The BEST Coffee in Margate | UK Coffee Week

If there's one thing that the residents of Margate take very seriously, it is their coffee. With a plethora of incredible coffee shops, cafes, roasters and eateries offering up their...

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Your Ultimate Guide to Sustainable Jewellery

Jewellery is something that many of us wear, but probably never put a lot of thought into beyond it's aesthetic appeal. Beautiful jewellery is often gifted to us for special...

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What are the Benefits of a Vegetarian Diet? | World Vegetarian Day 2023

October 1 marks World Vegetarian Day and the start of Vegetarian Awareness Month. This month aims to encourage non-veggies to give vegetarianism a go, celebrating the vegetarian diet and advocating for all things green...

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Visiting Tabaka, Kenya | Our Soapstone Carvers

On the way up to Uganda in March, I paid a visit to our soapstone carvers in Tabaka – a small village near Kisii. Kisii is known globally as the...

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How to Look After Your Brass Jewellery

We often get asked why we choose to make the majority of our jewellery from recycled brass, and the simple answer is because it is so much more sustainable than...

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Sustainable Shopping in Margate, Ramsgate and Broadstairs | Eco-Friendly Thanet

Thanet is full to the brim with creatives, makers, independent retailers and wonderful small brands. We think this makes it the perfect place for a spot of ethical and sustainable shopping...

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How to Clean a Woven or Wicker Basket | Care Guide

Baskets are brilliant, from organising your home to displaying your favourite houseplant, their uses are endless. If, like us, you have baskets in every corner of your home, you may need...

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