The people at Innocent couldn't have timed it better. Their inaugural village fete took place during the hottest weekend we've had all summer, bringing thousands of people of all ages out to play in the sunshine.
The fete provided Londoners with the chance to take full advantage of one of the capital's largest green spaces, as a huge chunk of Regent's Park was transformed into a traditional-style fair, complete with ducks, geese, buntings in the trees and an epic farmers market. The event was a true foodie paradise, with many stalls selling scrummy organic produce and, of course, free smoothies. And when you'd finished stuffing your face, there was no shortage of recycle bins for rubbish of all types.
A number of our friends showed up to sell their wares, including Terra Plana and Green Knickers. While I was pursuing my own crafty interests, I chanced upon quite a few interesting new faces, including Emma of Hooky Gear, a range of handcrafted one-off accessories made from re-claimed and vintage materials. Check out her site for some truly original stuff! I also discovered All the Fun of the Fair, a very creative knitting team that uses all fair-trade and organic materials. What a fabulous day out!
From: BEST OF 2008: Eco-friendy and sustainable shoes