If like the rumage.com Founder and CEO, Jo and our CTO Stephen you have boats and boat bits knocking about why not give them a new life out of the water? If it is a new kid bed you are looking to make these two maybe will spark some ideas. I think probably they are … Read more
A great British pass time is visiting the local pub. Our local has been the life blood of our village. They have delivered food to vulnerable, self-isolating and shielding people day in and day out – and they make a mean sausage roll! Now that we can again, visit our locals I know that the … Read more
There is a weird phenomenon developing. Some of the world and its workers are returning to a relatively ‘normal’ life. But many are still ‘locked up’ working from home. There are lots of businesses with large offices that are not opening up any time soon. Some say September and others are thinking more like January … Read more
Over the last few years there has been an upsurge in making more of what you have rather than splashing cash and moving house. Lots of people are taking control of their own lives and starting businesses they can run from home, making best use of their talents and cutting costs of commuting. If you … Read more
As life speeds up and we know that change is not the C word, what do we need to think about? Let’s think, first, about the fourth industrial revolution. What does that mean? The history – the first used water and steam power to change production, speed it up, mechanise it. Next, we used electric … Read more
Rumage is a start-up. We have always worked remotely. We know that this pandemic has forced the adoption of new ways of working for many more established businesses. They’ve needed to re-imagine their workplaces and the role of their offices in creating safe, productive, and collaborative places to come together as well as fulfilling roles … Read more
With time still on my hands there are some house projects I want to get on with. I’ve been collecting ideas from some very inspirational people and thought you might like to hear about what I’ve found. From the simple to the more advanced. Upcycle Dream Designs on Facebook have lots of ideas. They are … Read more
Over the last 4 months in our house, two things have happened more than normal (and it’s not coffee consumption which we have already told you about!) The fridge keeps emptying at a rate worthy of Ron Weasley returning home, and the washing machine has gone into overdrive. Some days I am sure it turns … Read more
Holidays abroad have been cancelled for many, And if not cancelled many people are opting to stay here and make the most of our beautiful country. Whether it’s a luxury short break or a camping trip there is lots to do in the UK. Some are even opting to have friends over and have a … Read more
As we have seen what lock-down has done, in a positive way, for the planet we’ve been looking about for some more planet friendly, plastic free products that we could adopt so that life does not just drift back to normal. Let’s try and ditch the old habits in favour of some more planet positive … Read more