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The Evercable: a seriously tough charger cable
How Anchorcable are tackling the problem of flimsy, fraying charger cables.
Teracube: a smartphone to outlive the rest
Sustainable, repairable, with an unheard-of 4 year warranty. We take a look at the brilliant new Teracube 2e and how it's pushing boundaries within the smartphone industry.
The tough, sustainable broom born out of lockdown
A buy-once broom is a highly requested item from our audience, and we’ve noticed that it’s searched for a lot in our store too. That tells us that this is a common gripe. So we decided to find a proper broom - one that you can rely on forever.
12 unique father’s day gifts that will last forever
Father’s Day is a great opportunity to show your dad just how much he means to you - and as with all gift-giving, that means demonstrating you actually know the recipient. If you’re struggling with a gift idea, a great bet is to opt for things that are practical, well-made and useful. Here’s this year’s guide to our top twelve long-lasting, thoughtful and unique father’s day gifts - for all budgets. Cheers to that.
11 gifts for the perfect host
If you’re lucky enough to know someone who loves hosting, don’t go for the easy option (i.e. a bottle of wine). Hosts are homemakers and foodies - people who love taking care of and showing off to others. They’ll appreciate gifts that can make that experience even more special.
7 more ways to use the toolbar mixing bowl and colander
Proving it’s multi-functional abilities we’ve been back to the Buy Me Once Test Kitchen (our home kitchens), discovering more useful hacks using the toolbar mixing bowl and colander. In an earlier blog post we found 7 good reasons to keep this set on the worktop during breakfast, lunch, or dinner prep. Here are 7 more to add.
Meet the Maker: Syllucid.
We've tested a lot of charging cables over the years. None have had a 5 year warranty. Syllucid is the antidote to the flimsy, fraying cables you're used to. They're durable design meeting responsible supply chain.
Long-Lasting Charger Cables: 7 Design Features To Look For
Fact: the most eco-friendly electronics are the ones that last the longest. It may be tempting to buy a cheap charger cable, but choosing one that will last is far better for the planet. What’s more, it’s likely to offer much better value in the long run.
Maximising Your Buy Me Once Points: A Guide to our Lifetime Lovers Club
In a world which often prioritises quantity over quality, our mission at Buy Me Once has always been to empower individuals to make sustainable choices that benefit both themselves and...
10 Delicious Things to Cook in Your Stainless Steel Frying Pan
Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting out in the kitchen, there's something special about creating delicious meals in your favourite pan. But what is so special about stainless...
Why Chefs Love Tri-Ply Stainless Steel Cookware
Your favourite celebrity chef uses tri-ply stainless steel pans. Fact. Not just for boiling food, but for searing, making sauces and more. Using these heavy-bottomed, silver-coloured pans can genuinely make...
Meet the Maker: Neat
When you think of products that last a lifetime, you probably don’t think of hand soap. Neat is trying to change that. We caught up with cofounder Ryan to learn more about the brilliant B Corp giving the cleaning products industry a sorely-needed shakeup.
