The Origins of Paper: A Revolutionary Invention The story of paper begins in 105 CE with a ground-breaking invention by Cai Lun, a court official in the Han Dynasty of China. Combining mulberry bark, hemp rags, and other fibrous materials, Cai Lun developed a revolutionary method to create a lightweight, durable medium that would transform communication and […]
Here at BIDBI we LOVE independent artists, and we felt like showing them a little love today. So we made a short list of some of the best independent artists you should be following. Colours of SheffieldMary Tear aka Colours of Sheffield is a unique designer, creating gorgeous prints showing the wonderful colours within cities […]
We are in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, which is an uncertain time for everyone across the globe. With government guidelines changing each day, many peoples working situation is changing. I have seen plenty of blogs and articles floating around about how to keep yourself entertained and safe whilst in self-isolation or whilst working […]
Here are some of the hot trends for Spring/Summer 2019 to get you inspired this season. 1. Bold Bright Colours Bright bold colours are a summer staple and 2019 is no exception. Spring/Summer collections from the likes of Marc Jacobs, Carolina Herrera and Calvin Klein have presented us with tangerine oranges, highlighter greens and electric […]
Contary to popular belief, Youtube is not all cat videos, make-up tutorials and irritating teenagers. There's some hidden gems to be found inside the video vortex. To save you the hassle of trawling through it all, here's our round-up of eco-minded Youtubers that are definitely worth your time. These channels showcase people from all walks of […]
We love our South Yorkshire home, so we round up places to go and things to do in Sheffield, whatever the weather. Whether it's a day out with the family, a party with your friends, or eating adventure, there is something for everyone in our list. If you're a Sheffield regular, how many can you […]
We asked team BIDBI what they've been reading recently, and compiled a list of our favourite reads of recent memory. Jen Inside Vogue by former editor-in-chief Alexandra Shulman. Good so far but I don’t read much at home; I don’t get much time in between stalking Made in Chelsea people on Instagram (sad but true) […]
The recent Christmas break gave our staff the chance to head out, stay in, and make the most of their spare time. We caught up with our staff and asked them: "Where have you been?" Jen Dubai for Christmas and new year; the water park at the Atlantis hotel, dessert experience and boat round the […]
The curtain has closed on another successful Top Drawer. It's one of our favourite trade shows, held in the wonderful Kensington Olympia twice a year, because of the great exhibitors and visitors alike. We sent our fab account managers, Emma, Heather and Gwyn down to meet our customers and inroduce BIDBI to new ones! Emma: […]
Warning- Blog contains images of needles and blood. From an impromptu conversation on Halloween came the idea of giving blood. Shortly after Sarah Jones rallied the staff and we headed down to the local blood donor centre in Sheffield. Sam relaxes in the recliner. SJ in action. Top 5 Reasons To Give Blood 1. Uncover potential […]
