Saint Valentine and the Story Behind 14 February

Every year on 14 February, much of the world pauses to acknowledge love. Shop window displays turn red and pink, cards are carefully chosen and written, gifts bought, florists thrive and romantic d...

Why Artevo Chose Blunt: Rethinking the Humble Umbrella

When caught out in the rain, the temptation to buy a cheap umbrella to avoid a thorough soaking is one I’ve succumbed to more times than I care to admit. The result is usually the same: it lasts on...

How The Loyal Workshop Empowers Women with Dignified Work

The Loyal Workshop was the very first brand I chose for Artevo, because it reflects so many of the values that matter deeply to me – fair trade, giving back, good design, natural materials, and pro...

Eight Toasters & A Wedding

Shortly before we married, we attended a large English country wedding (think Four Weddings A Funeral). As was the custom, the wedding presents were displayed for the guests to admire and see who ...

Gifts That Last

Am I alone in believing many of the things we use every day should last at least 20 years? I have a tri-fold wallet - my favourite style - which I bought back in 2003. After more than twenty years,...

The Artevo Story

There are moments when we search for that special gift - something thoughtful, useful, and lasting. Yet, whether on the high street or online, we often find ourselves surrounded by the same predic...