3 tips for small business success
You’ll never guess number 3… Nick Cooper, the creative force behind successful small business Stamp Shoes, shares the top 3 things he’s learned from setting up his own bespoke shoe workshop. NICK...
View ArticleBirdsong and Beethoven
Birdsong doesn’t just sound lovely – it’s also good for us. Have a listen to our some of favourite birdsong music You’ll have noticed a steady increase in birdsong over the past month of so. As the...
View ArticleThings to consider if you’re considering a pet
They can eat into your time and money and test your patience, but loving your pet keeps you happy. If you’re thinking about getting a pet, have a read through our list of things to consider first. 1....
View ArticleWellbeing: take a walking meeting
Arianna Huffington’s secret to success is surprisingly simple. Sitting down less could make you healthier – and happier. In her new book, Thrive, Arianna Huffington attempts to redefine the very...
View ArticleSlowing down for the summer
Photographer and stylist, Emily Quinton, and her tips on slowing down this summer. “If I could have one wish for this Summer it would be for life to slow down a little. This week I am working in...
View ArticlePersephone Books: new reads
This month, The Simple Things is on the hunt for new reads. Persephone Books – a small, independent publisher – takes an unconventional approach to book selling, with its female-only catalogue. There...
View ArticleFood on the face: natural skincare recipes
Our gardens and fridges provide skincare that’s healthier, cheaper and more natural than anything we could buy. Try these natural skincare recipes. The beauty business is all about selling us “hope in...
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