Maximising Your Garden’s Yield Through Pest Prevention Sustainable Living March 19, 2024 Dan Hancock Gardening can be hard but rewarding work, but if pesky animals are enjoying the fruits of your labour before you can, don’t worry. Dan Hancock, Managing Director at wire mesh and netting company Mesh Direct, shares his expert tips to keep pests away from your garden and maximise its yield.  Growing your own fruit, vegetables, and flowers in your garden isn’t just a fun and mindful hobby. Cultivating your own produce and blooms can feel incredibly rewarding and can even help r ..read more

SOLO LIVING Where Do Solos Want To Live And What Do They Want From Their Homes? Living Alone February 10, 2024 Solo Living For those of us living alone, what are the important factors when deciding where to live and what we want from our homes and living spaces? Our priorities and considerations are likely to be different from those of families or couples. We already know from Solos within our Community that future-proofing is an important consideration. Could it be that solo households do not move homes as frequently as couples and families who are either upsizing or downsizing? It i ..read more

Maximising Your Space: Designing A Home Gym For Small Spaces Wellness January 15, 2024 Will Broome Looking to create a gym at come but not sure you have the room? In this article, Will Broome from GymEquipment.co.uk shares his tips for creating the perfect home gym in a small space. Whether in a spare room, garage, or simply an unused corner of your home, creating a gym in what can be a limited space is a rewarding challenge. But with so much equipment to fit in and areas for different types of workouts to consider, it can be tricky to know where to start. Here, we’ll guide you t ..read more

SOLO LIVING So, You Want to Spend Thanksgiving And Christmas Alone? Christmas November 23, 2023 Solo Living To many, the thought might be inconceivable, but do you have moments when you feel you want to spend Thanksgiving or Christmas alone? We bet you might also be asking yourself why you feel this way. Maybe you haven’t fully understood those feelings yourself, yet it’s an untapped desire. Compounding those feelings, you might be troubled about how you might let your family and friends know. We dive into the reasons you might want to spend the holidays alone and give you some help o ..read more

BRAND Looking to give the girl dinner trend a go? In this article, Steve King, Managing Director at fine wine and bespoke gift hampers retailer Bottled & Boxed, explains how you can complement your plate with the perfect tipple. If you’ve scrolled through TikTok anytime over the past few months, BRAND The perfect drink pairings for girl dinner staples  Food and Drink November 16, 2023 Steve King Looking to give the girl dinner trend a go? In this article, Steve King, Managing Director at fine wine and bespoke gift hampers retailer Bottled & Boxed, explains how you can ..read more

BRAND Solo camping can be a great way to enjoy the freedom of being on your own. Here, Hannah Rose-Wynter, Marketing Manager from Boutique Camping, shares their tips for planning your first solo camping trip.  The UK has so many great camping spots, and you don’t need to wait for BRAND Planning Your First Solo Camping Trip Living Alone November 14, 2023 Hannah Rose-Wynter Solo camping can be a great way to enjoy the freedom of being on your own. Here, Hannah Rose-Wynter, Marketing Manager from Boutique Camping, shares their tips for planning your first solo camping trip.  ..read more

There are ample reasons why so many of us love the autumn season. From the crisp air and falling leaves to warm jumpers and nights in with friends, this time of year is nothing if not cosy. Perhaps one of the best of the autumn delights is the humble pumpkin BRAND 5 Autumnal Alternatives To Pumpkin Spice Latte Food and Drink November 12, 2023 Zoe Turner The pumpkin spice latte is an autumnal favourite, but if you’re looking for a little break from your usual coffee order, Zoe Turner from Denby, shares five equally delicious seasonal alternatives. There are ample reasons why so man ..read more

Sophia from Designs by PoolAid, shares a step-by-step guide of everything worth considering if you are thinking about building an eco-friendly pool. Have you ever wondered what’s involved in building a swimming pool in your garden? Eco-friendly pools are becoming a discerning choice for homeowners, and not just for their green appeal. Innovative sustainable pools offer a cost-effective solution thanks to modern technology and efficient design.  Building an eco-pool can significantly reduce operational and maintenance costs – the factors which in the past may have led you to think costs ..read more

The choice of adopting the “solo lifestyle” is gaining considerable traction these days. Whether this is spurred by personal inclinations, work obligations, or other factors, living solo shouldn’t stop you from building a solid investment portfolio. Instead, it can provide distinctive opportunities that let you zero in on your objectives and make insightful decisions. In this straightforward and engaging article, I will outline some of the most popular strategies to assist you in crafting a resilient financial blueprint while embracing autonomy. GUEST How to Build a Solid Investment Portfo ..read more

Understanding Part 3 by Hannah Westman This is Part 3 in our final story in the What’s Normal? Short Story Series. It also marks the end of a 12-week series marking solo life and emotions as lockdown eases. You can read stories 1 to 4 here. Hannah also wrote short stories following solos during the lockdown. In all, 16 stories over 24 weeks have been published by Solo Living for the Solo Living and Living Alone Community. You can find the original Solo Lockdown Stories here.  ALL SHORT STORIES The woman staring at Kalisha in the mirror looked tired. Not so much from lack o ..read more