Journal

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Choosing Heart Over Habit: Why I’m Stepping Away to Step Forward
Over the Christmas break, I made a big, quietly brave decision - one that marks the start of a more aligned chapter. After years of being the “sensible one,” I’m... Read more...
The Joy of Doing Less but Achieving More: Slow Business in 2026
The Joy of Doing Less but Achieving More: Slow Business in 2026
A slow living business is not just a commercial venture; it’s a philosophy of work and life. By embracing mindfulness, sustainability, and authenticity, Hen’s Tooth will enrich my customers’ lives... Read more...
Hygge Haven at Home: Cosy Rituals for a Slow Start to the New Year
Hygge Haven at Home: Cosy Rituals for a Slow Start to the New Year
Discover the Danish art of hygge and how to create a cosy winter haven with carefully curated treasures from Hen’s Tooth. Read more...
A Letter To My Future Self
A Letter To My Future Self
This time last year I scheduled an email to myself, then forgot about it (sort of the point). It was part journal, part pep talk. When it arrived in my... Read more...
Hibernate with Intention: The Art of Wintering
Hibernate with Intention: The Art of Wintering
If you’re waiting for someone to tell you it’s okay to slow down—this is it. You don’t need to overhaul your life to rest well. Here are a few simple,... Read more...
Slow Living Winter Self-Care Rituals for Restful Evenings
Slow Living Winter Self-Care Rituals for Restful Evenings
As frost curls along windowpanes and twilight descends earlier each day, our bodies and minds begin to crave stillness. Winter invites rest, reflection, and hibernation. This guide explores how to... Read more...
Slow Gifting & Wrapping Ideas
Slow Gifting & Wrapping Ideas
This year, make gifting less about quantity and more about intention. With the right approach, even the smallest gift can carry a world of meaning. Embracing slow gifting and sustainable... Read more...
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Seasons, and Small Communities: Grow Leader Course Reflection
Reflections on launching Hen’s Tooth while taking part in Avon Wildlife Trust’s Grow Leader course. Exploring seasonal rhythms, neurodivergent creativity, and community-rooted business. Read more...
Why We’re Not Doing Black Friday: Choosing Slow Living Instead of Overconsumption
Why We’re Not Doing Black Friday: Choosing Slow Living Instead of Overconsumption
Black Friday may have started in the United States as a post‑Thanksgiving shopping ritual, but here in the UK it feels like an imported frenzy that doesn’t reflect our traditions.... Read more...
The Art of Thoughtful Giving: Meaningful Gifts for Men This Season
The Art of Thoughtful Giving: Meaningful Gifts for Men This Season
As autumn settles in and the season of giving approaches, it’s the perfect time to slow down and choose gifts that bring comfort, creativity, and connection. Whether it’s for a... Read more...
Gorgeously Giftable: 5 Ways to Style Hen’s Tooth Treasures into Irresistible Gift Packs
Gorgeously Giftable: 5 Ways to Style Hen’s Tooth Treasures into Irresistible Gift Packs
Five poetic ways to combine Hen’s Tooth treasures into thoughtful, themed gift packs—perfect for Secret Santas, hampers, or heartfelt surprises under £20. Read more...
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Grandma Hobbies: The Joy of Mindful Making Crafts for Calm, Connection, and Creativity
Slow crafts are adaptable: do what fits your life and values. Discover how Grandma Hobbies are the original self-care — creative, calming, and full of heart. Proof that slow, simple... Read more...