Since 2020’s Black Friday was an online-only gig thanks to the Covid-19 lockdown restrictions, eager shoppers may be quicker than ever to head back to the High Street in person come November 26th 2021. This year could be the biggest physical shopping event of the year. And, as always there is then Cyber Monday, which … Read more
At Rumage we are passionate about second-hand and are making sure that this Christmas our gift buying is sustainable or pre-used. So, this year can we shop better over Christmas and make a difference? We’ve been hunting about for some interesting gift ideas that won’t cost the earth! Here are a few the Rumage team … Read more
Well it goes without saying that life has been interesting over the last 18 months. And, that we are sick of saying that and talking about the pandemic. All of us have been on our own journey and no two have been alike. Where there was once light-heartedness there has been sorrow. Where there was … Read more
The 2Hand App exists to help you shop with a conscience. We take the leg work out of looking so you can be green and get off your screens. We will search all the 13 sites we are linked to, for you, sending you updated results as soon as something matches your criteria, letting you do something fun instead.
Let’s look at why we buy and sell second-hand. It could be you like scoring a bargain or that you want to do your bit for the environment? If this is true, then second-hand buying is for you! By buying pre-loved items you will be helping to reduce landfill waste and lessen the load on … Read more
You can use Rumage to find that one pre-loved gem to add personality to your home. It will take a little effort to find just the right thing. But, it brings joy when you do find it and you turn it into something that’s just perfect for the space you want to fill. Be open-minded … Read more
Simon Spolton tells us his journey from idea to reality… I have been racing a boat called a Flying Fifteen for years with my great friend from Uni, but decided that a change of pace was required, I wanted to spend more time sailing with my family – wife Jo and kids of 10 and … Read more
Sadly notorious for its negative impact on the environment, the cosmetics industry contributes to pollution and drains natural resources in multiple ways and by carrying on purchasing the usual – consumers are adding to the problem. There’s a long way to go but change is afoot, with many brands and buyers of beauty making sustainable, … Read more
The climate crisis is still a big issue and getting to grips with this could not be more imperative than it is now because the atmosphere’s CO2 levels still rose in 2020 despite round the globe lock-downs due to Covod-19. Upcycling is a great de-stressing hobby and lots of fun can be had renovating something old, … Read more
Trees have a crucial role to play in removing CO2 from the atmosphere — so planting more of them on a mass scale can also help us reduce our emissions. With Treedom you finance farmers who want to plant trees, to realize sustainable ecosystems and allow thousands of farmers to support the initial costs of planting new … Read more