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Sewing Basics: How to Hem a Dress - Buy Me Once UK

Sewing Basics: How to Hem a Dress

Next in our Sewing Basics series we will be explaining how to hem a dress. Ever bought a dress and only worn it once or twice because it isn’t quite the right fit? Altering the hem of a garment to a more flattering length is a great way to make it more personal. The better the fit, the better you feel, and the more likely you are to get years of use out of it.
Sewing Basics: How to Fix a Zipper - Buy Me Once UK

Sewing Basics: How to Fix a Zipper

Taking the time to learn how to fix a zipper properly is a no brainer. Not only will it save you time, money and frustration in the long run, as well as keeping your clothes from unnecessarily heading to the landfill, it will make you feel like a superhuman in the process.
Sewing Basics: How to Sew a Button - Buy Me Once UK

Sewing Basics: How to Sew a Button

A 2017 survey done by the British Heart Foundation revealed that six in ten Brits are unable to sew confidently or at all. Out of those, 23% didn’t know how to properly sew on a button. Learning to sew a popped or loose button back onto your clothing is another simple task that will prove useful throughout life. Here are five easy steps to help you repair any loose buttons in a jiffy.
Sewing Basics: How to Repair a Seam by Hand in 6 Easy Steps - Buy Me Once UK

Sewing Basics: How to Repair a Seam by Hand in 6 Easy Steps

The good news is that most clothing failures are incredibly simple to repair simply with a needle, some thread and some time. This article will help you learn how to master a durable backstitch; a well sewn backstitch shouldn’t unravel again in a hurry, and is also a great building block from which to improve your sewing skills. To make sure you never ditch a perfectly repairable item of clothing again due to a failed seam, read on!

The Inspirationals: Antonia Edwards, Founder of Upcyclist - Buy Me Once UK

The Inspirationals: Antonia Edwards, Founder of Upcyclist

Imagine if all the furniture in your home sparked joy every time you look at it, didn't cost you a small fortune to own, and helped save the planet. This is the vision Antonia Edwards saw when she launched Upcyclist in 2011. We spoke with Antonia about the environmental benefits of upcycling and her best tips for sourcing genuine upcycled goods and how to get started as a beginner!
The BuyMeOnce Start-Up Story: The people back us! - Buy Me Once UK

The BuyMeOnce Start-Up Story: The people back us!

There comes a time in every business journey where you have to decide whether to go big or go home. Whether you’re happy for a business to stay small and bring in a cosy income or to continue to set your eyes at something more ambitious. For Tara, this decision was made years ago. The day she set out the mission of BuyMeOnce: To change the way the world shops from short-term buying to long-term buying.
Made in the UK: The new home of fast fashion? - Buy Me Once UK

Made in the UK: The new home of fast fashion?

The Guardian’s Sandra Laville this week delved deeper into Boohoo and their production practices. It’s emerged that the brand produce one of their hero pieces, a bandeau dress coming in at a whopping £5, at a factory in the UK. ‘Made in England’ has always been a badge of honour and carries with it an association of quality and craftsmanship, expertise and trust. But we have to wonder: when a dress costs the consumer £5, who’s left paying the rest of the bill?
Ten Easy Habits to Help Save the Planet - Buy Me Once UK

Ten Easy Habits to Help Save the Planet

Celebrate Earth Day every day with this collection of ten planet-friendly habits.
Introducing Loop: The grocery delivery service of the future - Buy Me Once UK

Introducing Loop: The grocery delivery service of the future

It’s the small things that make a big difference to the environment, and getting weekly products in reusable packaging has the potential to have huge positive effects in the fight against climate change. 
Apple plans eco "Everlasting" iPhone - Buy Me Once UK

Apple plans eco "Everlasting" iPhone

Apple to launch an "Everlasting" iPhone! Will this be the end of planned obsolescence and waste in the phone industry?
How to Throw a Zero Waste Easter Gathering - Buy Me Once UK

How to Throw a Zero Waste Easter Gathering

Whether you’re celebrating Easter this year with family, friends, or both, we have some handy solutions in ensuring that your Easter gathering is as zero waste as possible.

The Best Baby Gifts: 14 High Quality, Ethical Ideas - Buy Me Once UK

The Best Baby Gifts: 14 High Quality, Ethical Ideas

This article contains 14 long lasting baby products we’ve found that are not only durable but are also ethically made and sustainable. These beautifully crafted items are guaranteed to last long enough to be passed down to younger siblings and for other little ones to enjoy.