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Why fair trade? April 27, 2012

Fair Trade has been a hugely successful campaign that has proved resilient to the recession, unlike the organic movement. According to the Fairtrade Foundation UK sales of Fairtrade products exceeded £1.3 billion in 2011, a 12% increase on 2010. And these figures only include Fairtrade “agricultural” products certified under the Fairtrade Labelling Organisat […]

Give Skin A Treat With A Natural Face Cream April 26, 2012

There’s no better way to treat your tired and dull skin than by applying a natural face cream. It seems such a small thing, but by applying a moisturiser twice daily to your face and neck, your skin looks healthy, radiant and hydrated which is key in the fight against the signs of aging. It is [...] […]

John Perkins on what wrecked our economy and how to fix it April 25, 2012

“This is a time of incredible courage” says John Perkins, an insider in the global financial system committed to a new form of global economics. He comes to world renowned Schumacher College in the UK to talk about how we can create a world that will “make our children proud of us.” Course participants will [...] […]

Leather Saddle Bag Launched By Leather Satchel Makers Scaramanga April 25, 2012

Renowned leather satchel makers Scaramanga have launched a leather saddle bag to add to their range of handmade vintage inspired women’s leather satchels and travel bags. Crafted from a unique quality brown distressed leather tanned especially for Scaramanga. Scaramanga’s vintage leather saddle bag has been designed for women who want a functional classic l […]

Sensitive Skin Care Launch Offer April 25, 2012

To celebrate the launch of Rawganic – a fantastic organic sensitive skincare range, The Natural Works Company is giving away a free moisturising soap with every Rawganic order of £6 or more. Made in the UK using carefully selected plant-based ingredients and organic essential oils, Rawganic provides gentle, effective skincare. Certified organic by the Soil […]

Archive for March, 2009

Hoody Offer

Sunday, March 1st, 2009

To celebrate Fair-Trade Fortnight, we have launched a new range of Men’s and Women’s Hoodies. Available in 3 colours (images shown are the Men’s Red + Ladies Navy Blue Hoody), these are made from 100% certified fairtrade in-conversion organic cotton and are available for the introductory price of only £30.

We have also commissioned a new range of Men’s and Women’s Tees and these are now available to purchase at the pre-order price of £20. These are due in stock on the 16.03.09 and will be shipped out immediately to those that have purchased online.

Finally as a special offer, you can buy any two £25 tees for only £40 until the end of Fair-Trade Fortnight on Sunday 8th March!

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Supermarket Uses 5,000-Year-Old Delivery Truck

Sunday, March 1st, 2009

A British supermarket chain is beating traffic congestion and reducing its carbon footprint by using a non-motorised, hand-drawn truck for deliveries of less than a mile.

Hand carts are thought to have been used first in Sumeria over 5,000 years ago, but Waitrose is using an up-to-date version to make deliveries that would normally be undertaken by a diesel-engined lorry.

Director at the Environmental Transport Association, an organisation that campaigns for sustainable transport, Andrew Davis said: “In this case, ancient technology is a perfect solution to today’s problems of congested streets and polluted air.”

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Hoody Offer

Supermarket Uses 5,000-Year-Old Delivery Truck