I was researching something for a KITSCH.inc client about popular past times and hobbies for people in the UK. As with much of marketing, the focus is increasingly driven by statistics so I had to base my research on data. I couldn’t just pop up a Twitter poll or ask my mates. In comes Statista, telling me that top ways that adults like to spend their free in the UK includes:

1. Watching TV
2. Spending time with friends and family (vague but let’s say that’s potentially code for drinking)
3. Listening to music
4. Eating out at restaurants
5. Browsing the internet
6. Shopping

Is anyone else feeling a little sad for humanity?

Continue reading How to Buy Less Stuff and Why You Might Like to Try at CMK by Jayne Kitsch.

On the fourth episode of ‘Promote The Hell Out Of It’ I had a great time talking to musician & journalist; Jak Hutchcraft. This conversation meant a lot to me, not just because Jak is a wonderful human being with a wealth of knowledge and interesting banter, but also because his band; WACO, mean the world to me. We talk about the band, articles he’s written for Kerrang & Sidewalk Magazine, the spoken word night he helps run in London and lots more.

Continue reading Interview with Jak Hutchcraft about WACO, The Ugandan Skateboarding Federation & Punk in Cambodia at CMK by Jayne Kitsch.

On the third episode of ‘Promote The Hell Out Of It’ I had a great time talking to musician & activist; Kelly Kemp. I seriously learnt so much from this conversation and I would love to get the chance to expand on some of these subjects in the future.  Kelly Kemp and I chat about cooperatives, her role at Wild Thyme Foods, Kurdistan Solidarity, intermittent fasting, her new band ‘The Hippaes’ and a whole lot more.

Continue reading Interview with Kelly Kemp on Co-Operatives, Kurdistan Solidarity & The Hippaes at CMK by Jayne Kitsch.

On the second episode of ‘Promote The Hell Out Of It’ I had the absolute joy of catching up with our good friend and incredible street artist; Sara Lucas (aka Hello The Mushroom). We talked about some of her incredible collaborations, finding work/life balance, using art as an escape and lots, lots more. These are some of the highlights from that conversation.

You can check out and follow Sara Lucas on Instagram.

You can listen to the whole interview here on the ‘Promote The Hell Out Of It‘ podcast, which is also available on Spotify, Acast, Apple Podcasts & on YouTube.

Continue reading Interview with Street Artist, Hello The Mushroom, on collaboration, inspiration & balance. at CMK by Jayne Kitsch.

Towards the end of last year I caught up with Seán McGowan to chat about the incredible year he had in 2018, getting to talk about Brexit with Billy Bragg, sharing a tour bus with The Levellers, taking a band on tour with him and paying them properly, selling out home town shows and everything in between. These are some of the highlights from that conversation.

You can listen to the whole interview here on the ‘Promote The Hell Out Of It‘ podcast, which is also available on Spotify,  acast, Apple Podcasts & on YouTube.

Continue reading An Interview with Musician, Seán McGowan at CMK by Jayne Kitsch.

Time to get schwifty with this Rick & Morty geeky gift guide. N.B: gifts include items purchased for yourself, is that self-love? Let me know in the comment. 😉 As a big fan of cartoons, it makes sense to give Ricky & Morty some love. If you haven’t watched the show before, I’m not sure why you would be here. Perhaps check out my cartoon show recommendations post instead!

Anyway, since the announcement of 70 new Ricky & Morty episodes by Adult Swim; hype is naturally building around this psychedelic, parody series set in the not too distant future.

Continue reading Official Ricky & Morty Fashion & Accessories to Impress at CMK by Jayne Kitsch.

I’ve been shampoo-free since October 2018, sounds gross at first read. Actually it’s not, have a read on if you’re curious.

Conventional shampoos, conditioners and styling products (as we know them now) are a relatively modern phenomenon. Sure, civilisations have been concerned with hygiene and beauty products since 4000 BC when the Egyptians and Babylonians were mixing up concoctions from natural ingredients. In 1908, The New York Times advised “hair is best shampooed at night, following thorough combing and brushing, and singeing split ends.

Continue reading How to Go Shampoo-Free and the Benefits of a Low Product Hair Routine at CMK by Jayne Kitsch.

The legendary skateboard brand, Santa Cruz are back with another epic collaboration. You know how much we loved the Mars Attacks collection, so imagine our joy when we found out that their next board and apparel collection featured our favourite pizza eating ninjas?! Introducing the upcoming Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles collection from Santa Cruz Skateboards, the first drop lands late October/early November and we’re being promised that the range will expand over the following months.

Continue reading Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Collection from Santa Cruz Skateboards at CMK by Jayne Kitsch.

With Halloween just around the corner we thought it would be wise to compile a little shopping list to counter all the random plastic crap on the High Street. There are loads of indie brands producing great Halloween themed merchandise (some of them all year round) so if you’re still on the look out for a seasonal costume or spooky mascot to take you through the year, we hope you’ll find some indie magic in this edit.

Continue reading 8 Kawaii & Alternative Halloween Treats from Indie Brands at CMK by Jayne Kitsch.

Next door to TreeHouse Villas is the original Koh Yao Noi resort, Paradise Koh Yao, which is also managed by the same group. This four star resort is family friendly and offers many of the same wonderful treats as TreeHouse but with a different flavour. Focused on the concept of Back to Nature, you’ll find yourself transported to a well-established jungle garden setting with a lush stretch of private beach to enjoy. Whether you’re looking for daily adventure, a romantic retreat or a special place to unwind, Paradise Koh Yao ticks many boxes whilst offering cosy comfort with a little luxury thrown in too.

Continue reading Review: Paradise Koh Yao Noi, Thailand – #OddOdyssey [VIDEO] at CMK by Jayne Kitsch.