Description Shahida is a Swahili word meaning witness. These candles are gorgeous vibrant colours. Bright and beautiful before you even light them. Just looking at them you can't help but feel a sense of fun and pleasure. Perfect for parties or any other time...
Description Zahabu is Swahili for the golden one. Right enough, with the golden yellows and lush reds, accented with traditonal motifs, you'll feel like royalty with these lighting up your traditional Swahili home. Failing that, you'll be pleased to hear they work equally well...
Description A wonderful re-purposing use of a waste product. Made from cut out coconut shells. Coconut milk is key to much Balinese cooking which leaves a huge mountain of empty coconuts. Fortunately, Bali is packed with creative artists who put their skills to good...
Sustainable Upholstery: How to Revive Your Furniture ResponsiblyKatie Fitzjohn is an award winning sustainable upholsterer and she kindly contributed this blog to our RainbowLife platform. If you would like to share your thoughts about sustainable/ethical topics please contact lisa@rainbowlife.co.uk Sustainable UpholsteryAround 670,000 tonnes of furniture ends up in landfill every year in the UK, and new furniture sold on the high street is often produced in countries where workers' rights are a low priority, so it’s great to see more and more people ...
Tips for Hosting a Sustainable and Ethical Baby ShowerHosting a baby shower is an exciting time to celebrate the arrival of a new bundle of joy. However, it's important to keep sustainability and ethics in mind when planning the event. Here are some tips for hosting a sustainable and ethical baby shower:1. Choose eco-friendly decorationsChoose eco-friendly decorations, such as reusable banners or flowers, to reduce waste. Avoid disposable decorations like balloons, streamers, or plastic tablecloths.2. Use sustainable tablewareUse sustainable...
Top 10 Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Brands for KidsWhen it comes to buying clothes and products for kids, it's important to consider the environmental impact of our choices. Here are our top 5 eco-friendly and sustainable brands for kids, with a focus on UK-based options:GENKI (UK)Genki creates sustainable clothing for kids using organic cotton and recycled materials. They also prioritise ethical labour practices. RainbowLife are in process of stocking Genki's children's clothes range, made using sustainable organic hand block pri...
Sustainable Gift Ideas for Father's Day and Mother's DayEco-friendly presents to show your love and appreciation without compromising the environment... IntroductionFinding the perfect gift for Father's Day and Mother's Day can be challenging, especially if you're looking for something that's both meaningful and eco-friendly. Fortunately, there are plenty of sustainable gift ideas that show your love and appreciation without compromising the environment. In this blog post, we'll share some sustainable gift ideas for Father'...
How to Practice Sustainable Self-Care and MindfulnessSelf-care and mindfulness are integral parts of our daily lives, and when approached with sustainability in mind, they can have a positive impact not only on our personal well-being but also on the health of the planet. In this blog, we will explore additional ways to practice sustainable self-care and mindfulness.Here are six tips for practising sustainable self-care and mindfulness: 1. Choose eco-friendly beauty and personal care productsOpt for sustainable and natural beauty and personal c...
Sustainable & Ethical Textiles for Your HomeAs we become more aware of the impact our choices have on the environment, many people are seeking sustainable and ethical alternatives for their homes. Textiles play a significant role in creating a comfortable and inviting living space, and opting for eco-friendly materials can have a positive impact on the environment and the people involved in their production. In this blog, we'll discuss how to choose sustainable and ethical textiles for your home, including the materials to look for...
A Guide to Sustainable and Ethical Wedding PlanningYour wedding day is one of the most special days of your life, but it's also a significant event that can have a significant impact on the environment and society. From the venue to the decorations to the food, there are many opportunities to make your wedding day more sustainable and ethical. Here are some tips and tricks for planning a sustainable and ethical wedding:1. Choose a sustainable venueWhen selecting a venue for your wedding, consider one that prioritises sustainability and en...
When the Lifeline is Cut : The Fallout of Aid WithdrawalI was listening to a BBC World Service programme recently that left me shaken. It unpacked the quiet devastation unfolding across the Global South as US overseas aid is withdrawn or frozen. The tone wasn’t sensationalist—it didn’t need to be. The first hand stories were sobering enough.Overseas aid has long been a contentious topic in the US political arena, but for communities in the Global South, it's not an abstract debate. It’s a lifeline. And when that lifeline is cut, the consequenc...
Why Rainbow Life Partners with Fair Tourism: Building Ethical & Sustainable TourismAt Rainbow Life, our mission is to create partnerships rooted in fairness, sustainability, and respect for people and the planet. That’s why we’re proud to collaborate with Fair Tourism—an organisation dedicated to building a future where travel empowers communities, safeguards ecosystems, and celebrates cultural heritage. Empowering Local Communities Fair Tourism helps local communities develop community-based tourism initiatives that reduce poverty, conserve nature, and strengthen cultural ...
Minimising Food Waste: A Guide to a Sustainable KitchenLearn how to minimize your food waste and create a more sustainable kitchen with these simple tips and tricks... Introduction:Embracing a sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle involves more than just recycling and conserving energy. It also requires us to address the issue of food waste, which has a significant impact on our environment and our wallets. In this blog post, we will delve into effective strategies for reducing food waste and transforming your kitchen into a sustainable haven.Un...
A guide to single use plasticsThe Environmental Impact of Single-Use Plastics and Alternatives Learn about the negative impact of single-use plastics and explore sustainable alternatives to reduce your plastic footprint.Introduction:In today's modern world, single-use plastics have become an integral part of our daily lives. From plastic bags and water bottles to straws and food packaging, these convenient items have proliferated, causing significant environmental harm. However, it's crucial to understand the detr...
Fair trade ? The Power of the PurchaseThe power of a customer’s purchase can have a meaningful impact on the world. Through buying fair trade goods and supporting organizations dedicated to promoting fair trade, as customers we can make a difference in the lives of producers in developing countries and help create a more sustainable global economy by making purchases that are labelled as fair trade. Fair trade advocates for paying producers in developing nations a fair price for their goods and, in certain situations, even provid...
10 Simple Ways to Reduce Your Carbon FootprintClimate change is one of the most critical issues that we face today. It is a global problem that requires a collective effort to reduce our carbon footprint. A carbon footprint is the amount of greenhouse gas emissions that result from our daily activities. These emissions are a significant contributor to climate change. The good news is that there are many simple and effective ways to reduce your carbon footprint. In this article, we will discuss ten easy and practical steps that you can ta...
International Day of the Girl 11th October 2022On the tenth year of International Day of the Girl, girls across the world are coming together to make their voices heard. Sadly, girls around the world have continued to face unprecedented challenges to their education, their physical and mental wellness, and the protection needed for a life without violence. COVID-19 has worsened existing burdens on girls around the world and eroded important gains made over the last decade. Investment in girls’ rights remain limited and girls continue to c...
Trash to Treasure - Creative Reuse Part 2Following on from Part 1 here are few clever Upcycling Ideas: Tin Cans: We all know about the abundance of tin cans in our recycling bins and there are many things you can do with tin cans. How about decoupaging a can with wallpaper as a storage container for all your bits and bobs? Glass: Why not find some new uses for glass bottles, jars, and even windows before you immediately put it in the recycling bin? Use wine bottles and beer bottles as rustic vases or decorate them as wedding centre...
Trash to Treasure - Creative Reuse Part 1Upcycling And Recycling: What’s The Difference? The difference between upcycling and recycling is that the latter takes materials like paper, metal, plastic, or glass and breaks them down by pulping or melting etc and then remoulds the raw material into a new product. A good example is taking plastic recovered from the ocean and turning them into swimming costumes> Hence an entirely new product is created. This is not the case with upcycling, where products are not broken or melted down, t...
Description Shahida is a Swahili word meaning witness. These candles are gorgeous vibrant colours. Bright and beautiful before you even light them. Just looking at them you can't help but feel a sense of fun and pleasure. Perfect for parties or any other time...
Description Zahabu is Swahili for the golden one. Right enough, with the golden yellows and lush reds, accented with traditonal motifs, you'll feel like royalty with these lighting up your traditional Swahili home. Failing that, you'll be pleased to hear they work equally well...
Description A wonderful re-purposing use of a waste product. Made from cut out coconut shells. Coconut milk is key to much Balinese cooking which leaves a huge mountain of empty coconuts. Fortunately, Bali is packed with creative artists who put their skills to good...
Sustainable Upholstery: How to Revive Your Furniture Responsibly
Katie Fitzjohn is an award winning sustainable upholsterer and she kindly contributed this blog to our RainbowLife platform. If you would like to share your thoughts about sustainable/ethical topics please contact lisa@rainbowlife.co.uk Sustainable UpholsteryAround 670,000 tonnes of furniture ends up in landfill every year in the UK, and new furniture sold on the high street is often produced in countries where workers' rights are a low priority, so it’s great to see more and more people ...
Tips for Hosting a Sustainable and Ethical Baby Shower
Hosting a baby shower is an exciting time to celebrate the arrival of a new bundle of joy. However, it's important to keep sustainability and ethics in mind when planning the event. Here are some tips for hosting a sustainable and ethical baby shower:1. Choose eco-friendly decorationsChoose eco-friendly decorations, such as reusable banners or flowers, to reduce waste. Avoid disposable decorations like balloons, streamers, or plastic tablecloths.2. Use sustainable tablewareUse sustainable...
Top 10 Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Brands for Kids
When it comes to buying clothes and products for kids, it's important to consider the environmental impact of our choices. Here are our top 5 eco-friendly and sustainable brands for kids, with a focus on UK-based options:GENKI (UK)Genki creates sustainable clothing for kids using organic cotton and recycled materials. They also prioritise ethical labour practices. RainbowLife are in process of stocking Genki's children's clothes range, made using sustainable organic hand block pri...
Sustainable Gift Ideas for Father's Day and Mother's Day
Eco-friendly presents to show your love and appreciation without compromising the environment... IntroductionFinding the perfect gift for Father's Day and Mother's Day can be challenging, especially if you're looking for something that's both meaningful and eco-friendly. Fortunately, there are plenty of sustainable gift ideas that show your love and appreciation without compromising the environment. In this blog post, we'll share some sustainable gift ideas for Father'...
How to Practice Sustainable Self-Care and Mindfulness
Self-care and mindfulness are integral parts of our daily lives, and when approached with sustainability in mind, they can have a positive impact not only on our personal well-being but also on the health of the planet. In this blog, we will explore additional ways to practice sustainable self-care and mindfulness.Here are six tips for practising sustainable self-care and mindfulness: 1. Choose eco-friendly beauty and personal care productsOpt for sustainable and natural beauty and personal c...
Sustainable & Ethical Textiles for Your Home
As we become more aware of the impact our choices have on the environment, many people are seeking sustainable and ethical alternatives for their homes. Textiles play a significant role in creating a comfortable and inviting living space, and opting for eco-friendly materials can have a positive impact on the environment and the people involved in their production. In this blog, we'll discuss how to choose sustainable and ethical textiles for your home, including the materials to look for...
A Guide to Sustainable and Ethical Wedding Planning
Your wedding day is one of the most special days of your life, but it's also a significant event that can have a significant impact on the environment and society. From the venue to the decorations to the food, there are many opportunities to make your wedding day more sustainable and ethical. Here are some tips and tricks for planning a sustainable and ethical wedding:1. Choose a sustainable venueWhen selecting a venue for your wedding, consider one that prioritises sustainability and en...
When the Lifeline is Cut : The Fallout of Aid Withdrawal
I was listening to a BBC World Service programme recently that left me shaken. It unpacked the quiet devastation unfolding across the Global South as US overseas aid is withdrawn or frozen. The tone wasn’t sensationalist—it didn’t need to be. The first hand stories were sobering enough.Overseas aid has long been a contentious topic in the US political arena, but for communities in the Global South, it's not an abstract debate. It’s a lifeline. And when that lifeline is cut, the consequenc...
Why Rainbow Life Partners with Fair Tourism: Building Ethical & Sustainable Tourism
At Rainbow Life, our mission is to create partnerships rooted in fairness, sustainability, and respect for people and the planet. That’s why we’re proud to collaborate with Fair Tourism—an organisation dedicated to building a future where travel empowers communities, safeguards ecosystems, and celebrates cultural heritage. Empowering Local Communities Fair Tourism helps local communities develop community-based tourism initiatives that reduce poverty, conserve nature, and strengthen cultural ...
Minimising Food Waste: A Guide to a Sustainable Kitchen
Learn how to minimize your food waste and create a more sustainable kitchen with these simple tips and tricks... Introduction:Embracing a sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle involves more than just recycling and conserving energy. It also requires us to address the issue of food waste, which has a significant impact on our environment and our wallets. In this blog post, we will delve into effective strategies for reducing food waste and transforming your kitchen into a sustainable haven.Un...
A guide to single use plastics
The Environmental Impact of Single-Use Plastics and Alternatives Learn about the negative impact of single-use plastics and explore sustainable alternatives to reduce your plastic footprint.Introduction:In today's modern world, single-use plastics have become an integral part of our daily lives. From plastic bags and water bottles to straws and food packaging, these convenient items have proliferated, causing significant environmental harm. However, it's crucial to understand the detr...
Fair trade ? The Power of the Purchase
The power of a customer’s purchase can have a meaningful impact on the world. Through buying fair trade goods and supporting organizations dedicated to promoting fair trade, as customers we can make a difference in the lives of producers in developing countries and help create a more sustainable global economy by making purchases that are labelled as fair trade. Fair trade advocates for paying producers in developing nations a fair price for their goods and, in certain situations, even provid...
10 Simple Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint
Climate change is one of the most critical issues that we face today. It is a global problem that requires a collective effort to reduce our carbon footprint. A carbon footprint is the amount of greenhouse gas emissions that result from our daily activities. These emissions are a significant contributor to climate change. The good news is that there are many simple and effective ways to reduce your carbon footprint. In this article, we will discuss ten easy and practical steps that you can ta...
International Day of the Girl 11th October 2022
On the tenth year of International Day of the Girl, girls across the world are coming together to make their voices heard. Sadly, girls around the world have continued to face unprecedented challenges to their education, their physical and mental wellness, and the protection needed for a life without violence. COVID-19 has worsened existing burdens on girls around the world and eroded important gains made over the last decade. Investment in girls’ rights remain limited and girls continue to c...
Trash to Treasure - Creative Reuse Part 2
Following on from Part 1 here are few clever Upcycling Ideas: Tin Cans: We all know about the abundance of tin cans in our recycling bins and there are many things you can do with tin cans. How about decoupaging a can with wallpaper as a storage container for all your bits and bobs? Glass: Why not find some new uses for glass bottles, jars, and even windows before you immediately put it in the recycling bin? Use wine bottles and beer bottles as rustic vases or decorate them as wedding centre...
Trash to Treasure - Creative Reuse Part 1
Upcycling And Recycling: What’s The Difference? The difference between upcycling and recycling is that the latter takes materials like paper, metal, plastic, or glass and breaks them down by pulping or melting etc and then remoulds the raw material into a new product. A good example is taking plastic recovered from the ocean and turning them into swimming costumes> Hence an entirely new product is created. This is not the case with upcycling, where products are not broken or melted down, t...
