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BuyMeOnce’s 8 Reasons to be Optimistic for 2020

BuyMeOnce’s 8 Reasons to be Optimistic for 2020

If you've been struggling under the weight of cheerless news stories, read about the ways in which we're seeing positive change.
Meet the Maker: Maxwell Scott

Meet the Maker: Maxwell Scott

For luxury bag makers Maxwell Scott, the worldwide lockdown has posed a particular challenge. This is because all their products are handcrafted in Tuscany, Italy from the highest-quality Italian leather.

We got in touch with them to find out how their supply chain has been affected and how they’re keeping their spirits lifted.

Ten things that last.

Ten things that last.

If you've been following us for a long time, you might have noticed we've changed a lot this year. Our new brand, and campaign hasn't just been a new hairstyle that we're rocking this season, but something we want to be known for. We've been bold. But we want to up those stakes. 
The Evercable: a seriously tough charger cable

The Evercable: a seriously tough charger cable

How Anchorcable are tackling the problem of flimsy, fraying charger cables.
Teracube: a smartphone to outlive the rest

Teracube: a smartphone to outlive the rest

Sustainable, repairable, with an unheard-of 4 year warranty. We take a look at the brilliant new Teracube 2e and how it's pushing boundaries within the smartphone industry.
The tough, sustainable broom born out of lockdown - Buy Me Once UK

The tough, sustainable broom born out of lockdown

A buy-once broom is a highly requested item from our audience, and we’ve noticed that it’s searched for a lot in our store too. That tells us that this is a common gripe. So we decided to find a proper broom - one that you can rely on forever.
12 unique father’s day gifts that will last forever - Buy Me Once UK

12 unique father’s day gifts that will last forever

Father’s Day is a great opportunity to show your dad just how much he means to you - and as with all gift-giving, that means demonstrating you actually know the recipient. If you’re struggling with a gift idea, a great bet is to opt for things that are practical, well-made and useful. Here’s this year’s guide to our top twelve long-lasting, thoughtful and unique father’s day gifts - for all budgets. Cheers to that.
11 gifts for the perfect host - Buy Me Once UK

11 gifts for the perfect host

If you’re lucky enough to know someone who loves hosting, don’t go for the easy option (i.e. a bottle of wine). Hosts are homemakers and foodies - people who love taking care of and showing off to others. They’ll appreciate gifts that can make that experience even more special.

7 more ways to use the toolbar mixing bowl and colander - Buy Me Once UK

7 more ways to use the toolbar mixing bowl and colander

Proving it’s multi-functional abilities we’ve been back to the Buy Me Once Test Kitchen (our home kitchens), discovering more useful hacks using the toolbar mixing bowl and colander. In an earlier blog post we found 7 good reasons to keep this set on the worktop during breakfast, lunch, or dinner prep. Here are 7 more to add. 
Meet the Maker: Syllucid. - Buy Me Once UK

Meet the Maker: Syllucid.

We've tested a lot of charging cables over the years. None have had a 5 year warranty. Syllucid is the antidote to the flimsy, fraying cables you're used to. They're durable design meeting responsible supply chain.
Long-Lasting Charger Cables: 7 Design Features To Look For - Buy Me Once UK

Long-Lasting Charger Cables: 7 Design Features To Look For

Fact: the most eco-friendly electronics are the ones that last the longest. It may be tempting to buy a cheap charger cable, but choosing one that will last is far better for the planet. What’s more, it’s likely to offer much better value in the long run.
Maximising Your Buy Me Once Points: A Guide to our Lifetime Lovers Club - Buy Me Once UK

Maximising Your Buy Me Once Points: A Guide to our Lifetime Lovers Club

In a world which often prioritises quantity over quality, our mission at Buy Me Once has always been to empower individuals to make sustainable choices that benefit both themselves and...