Book Review – Bloom – by Ruth Kassinger

Writing 339 pages about algae is an impressive feat (including recipes, but excluding bibliography and index). What is even more impressive however is making a subject that might stereotypically be met with groans or raised eyebrows engaging. Algae is fascinating and I knew very little about it before reading this book. I have come toContinueContinue reading “Book Review – Bloom – by Ruth Kassinger”

Meet the Farmers – Episode 47 with Emily McVeigh

In episode 47 of Meet the Farmers Ben speaks to Emily McVeigh at the Kenton Hall Estate in Suffolk. The business is a family business through and through with all members of the family involved in various enterprises, from arable to Longhorn cattle, a cookery school, glamping enterprise, weddings and events. Kenton Hall was oneContinueContinue reading “Meet the Farmers – Episode 47 with Emily McVeigh”

Sustainable Decorating: 4 Tips to Furnish Your Home & Garden – Guest post by Katie Tejada

Sustainability is more important now than it ever has been, which is why finding ways to be more environmentally friendly in your own home is essential. You can’t change the entire world in one day, but you can ensure that you’re utilizing eco-friendly materials and reducing your own environmental footprint. Thankfully, finding sustainable living materialsContinueContinue reading “Sustainable Decorating: 4 Tips to Furnish Your Home & Garden – Guest post by Katie Tejada”

Eco-Friendly DIY Home Renovations – Guest Post by Emma Joyce

Even though this probably isn’t your most favorite thing in the world, renovating your home from time to time is something you simply have to do. This is the only way to make your living space more visually appealing, practical, and inviting at the same time. Most of these renovations require professional assistance, but youContinueContinue reading “Eco-Friendly DIY Home Renovations – Guest Post by Emma Joyce”

Photo Retouching Tips and Tricks in Different Environments – Guest post by Rebecca Van Ommen

A lot of thinkingcountry readers enjoy taking photographs, especially in the outdoors, so when Rebecca Van Ommen approached me asking to publish the below I thought you might be interested. Ben There was a time when photography could only be done by professionals who had all the needed tools and spent years mastering the craft.ContinueContinue reading “Photo Retouching Tips and Tricks in Different Environments – Guest post by Rebecca Van Ommen”