News and Updates

Welcome to the Earthy Crunch UK News page! Here you'll find all the latest updates about the shop — from holiday breaks and postal delays to changes in delivery days and important stock updates. We’ll also keep you informed about any Royal Mail strikes or disruptions that may affect your order.

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Holiday announcement (July 2026)
Hi everyone, Just a quick update to let you know that Earthy Crunch UK will be taking a short summer break. Holiday dates: 17th July to 20th July Any orders placed during this time will be safely queued and dispatched as soon as I'm back. I'll continue to answer messages where I can, but replies may be a little slower than usual. As always, thank you for your patience and for supporting this little business. Every order means a lot, and I really appreciate your understanding while I take a... Read more...
Dispatch update (June 2026)
Here's the announcement version. I've made it less like an email and more suitable for your website, Facebook page or a pinned post. Dispatch update A quick update for everyone waiting on an order. Firstly, thank you all so much for your patience. Unfortunately, the hot weather continued well into the weekend, which meant I wasn't able to make as much progress on the backlog as I'd hoped. Even during the weekend, the temperatures in the loft where I prepare and pack all Earthy Crunch UK orders remained far too... Read more...
Shipping Delays Announcement - UK Heatwave June 2026
Shipping Delays Announcement - UK Heatwave June 2026
Firstly, thank you so much for your order and for supporting Earthy Crunch UK. ❤️ I just wanted to give everyone a quick update about dispatch. As you probably know,... Read more...
Why I’m closing my TikTok Shop after less than a month
When I first opened a TikTok Shop for Earthy Crunch UK, I genuinely wanted to give it a fair shot. With my ongoing six month Facebook ban making it harder to reach customers in the usual ways, I thought TikTok might open a new door. Less than a month later, I am closing it down completely. Not because sales were terrible. Not because I dislike the platform itself. But because the experience of actually running a small artisan business through TikTok Shop has been one of the most frustrating and... Read more...
When your body finally says “enough”
Not because I was being dramatic.Not because I “couldn’t cope”.But because my body finally reached the point where it simply refused to keep going. Recently, my employer let go of around 30% of the workforce. My entire team was cut down in the process. Overnight, I went from a manageable workload to effectively doing three roles at once, while also being absorbed into a completely new team structure. Like most people would, I told myself I just needed to push through the first few weeks. I thought if I kept... Read more...
Yummy Clays Haul - My Personal Stash available to shop via Earthy Crunch UK
There’s something a bit dangerous about placing a big order when you’re in a “let’s try everything” mood. Curiosity takes over, textures start sounding like personalities, and suddenly your checkout basket looks like a very earthy dream you half remember building at 2am. Recently, I placed a pretty substantial personal order from Yummy Clays. The intention was simple enough: expand my own stash, explore a wider range of textures, and get a proper feel for a few varieties I hadn’t tried before. Part research, part curiosity, part that quiet collector... Read more...
Earthy Crunch UK awarded Star Seller status on Etsy for April 2026
Earthy Crunch UK awarded Star Seller status on Etsy for April 2026
Earthy Crunch UK has been awarded Star Seller status on Etsy for April, recognising consistent customer service, 100% on-time dispatch with tracking, a perfect 5.0 review rating, and fast message... Read more...
What’s new at Earthy Crunch UK this month?
It’s been a bit of a whirlwind behind the scenes this month — sourcing, packing, testing, curating… and yes, even running things from a hospital bed for the past week. Before we get into all the newness, a quick note: if your parcel has been a little slower than usual, I’m truly sorry. I had a clot in my dialysis lines that needed sorting, which caused a short delay. Everything is back on track now, and I’m so grateful for your patience and kindness — it genuinely means a lot... Read more...
Important update from Earthy Crunch UK
I wanted to share a quick update with my lovely customers. Earthy Crunch UK is a small, hobby-run business run entirely by me, and at the moment I’ve been dealing with serious health complications, including dialysis and recent hospitalisation. Because of this, there may be occasional delays or slower responses over this week. Please know that every order is still very important to me, and I always do my best to include extras where possible as a thank you for your patience and support. I really appreciate your understanding while... Read more...
Short holiday break announcement
Earthy Crunch UK will be taking a short holiday break from 14th February. During this time, the website will remain open for browsing, but orders will not be processed or dispatched. Any orders placed while I’m away will be carefully packed and sent once I return. Business will resume as normal from Sunday 22nd February 2026. Thank you so much for your patience and continued support of my small, one-woman hobby business — I appreciate you more than you know. 🤎 Read more...
Finding Balance: Earthy Crunch UK as a Hobbyist Brand
Hello, lovely crunchers, It’s been a little while since I’ve written — and there’s a reason for my quiet spell. After months of juggling a full-time job alongside the whirlwind that is Earthy Crunch UK, I’ve taken a step back to reassess. The truth is, while I absolutely adore running this little clay haven, I also need to prioritise my career and my own well-being. So here’s the update: Earthy Crunch UK is officially settling into its rightful place as a hobbyist, passion-project brand. What does that actually mean? A... Read more...
FAQ Refresh & Live Chat Updates!
Hello, crunchy friends! I’ve been busy behind the scenes making Earthy Crunch UK a little easier (and quicker) to navigate for all of you. I’ve updated the FAQ with clearer answers and added a few more automated responses to the live chat. These should help with some of the questions I hear most often — from shipping days to product details — so you can get answers faster without waiting for me to pop online. Don’t worry, I’m still here and love hearing from you personally, so if your question... Read more...