collections : eco kids.

In honor of today both being Earth Day and my youngest son's birthday (he turned three today!), I created this collection of stylish and adorable eco-friendly kids items. Happy Birthday London and Happy Earth Day everyone!

1. Horse Dream Ring ($56), 2. Classic Wooden Airplane with Pilot ($12), 3. Forest Learner Bike by Like-A-Bike ($329), 4. sailing boats ($28), 5. tree branch blocks ($40), 6. Organic 12 x 16 Pillow in "Supercharged" ($27), 7. Play Food Biofino Ice Cream Cone Venezia ($12.59), 8. Classic Wooden ABC Blocks from Uncle Goose ($33.99), 9. Red Teddy Bear (£36), 10. Troll Doll Stroller with Cushion ($260), 11. Dog Foundling ($32), 12. Plan Toaster ($28), 13. Kidsonroof Mobile Home ($32), and 14. Resin Elephant Bank - Aqua from Dwell Studio ($77.99)

k studio : family pillows.

This has been posted quite a few places online today, but I just had to post it here. Yet another beautiful creation by k studio, these pillows are customizable to include the members of your family. Just choose the characters you would like from here, email them, and order. Such an adorable idea ($134-$160 at Branch).

50 ways to help.

If you are interested in learning new small ways that you can help become a little bit greener, the folks over at Wire & Twine compiled a fabulous list of 50 Ways to Help the Planet which can be seen here. I am definitely going to start working harder on living more eco-friendly, since I feel like I have been slacking off a bit lately. I hope you all do the same!

eco-friendly children.

Good afternoon everyone! I apologize for not posting yesterday- both of my boys have been sick with the flu so I haven't had much time to spend on my computer. Luckily, they both seem to be feeling much better now. Speaking of my boys, London, my youngest one, is one year old today! This year has gone by so quickly and I really cannot believe it has been a whole year already. Since both his birthday and Earth Day occur on the same day, I thought it would be nice to do an eco-friendly kid post featuring some of my favorite sustainable and/or organic baby and children's items. So enjoy and Happy Earth Day!


1. Twin Fitted Sheet in "Supercharged" ($98), 2. I Eat My Veggies Onesie & Lap-T ($22), 3. Bobux Sport Shoes ($29), 4. Kids Spork ($4), 5. "Yard" Snake ($36), 6. Argington Fuji Toy Box ($420), and 7. Celery Furniture Lullaboo Changing Table ($945)


8. EcoTots Coat Rack ($108), 9. Organic Baby Blankie ($25), 10. Organic Build A Bot Onesie ($24), 11. Amenity Nursery Wall Prints - Woods Deer ($99), 12. Kids Giza Table ($170-$252), 13. Carrot ($6), and 14. DwellStudio Baby Crib Bedding -Motif ($350)


15. Cariboo Activity Gym ($160), 16. Fauna Kids Hoody - Black Lightning ($88), 17. Stuffed Seal ($56.95), 18. Nest Pack Toy Bag ($36), 19. White House (£33.95 GBP), and 20. Stella McCartney for LeSportsac 'Mum' Tote ($350)


21. Cardboard Appliances ($42), 22. Spaceframe Sculpture Kit ($199), 23. Cameo Bunny- Organic Cuddle Pillow ($72), 24. Via Toy Boxes- 3 Pack ($204), 25. Flock Jumpers ($28), 26. Motosolino ($99), 27. Natural Wood Fire Engine ($19.99), and 28. Argington Babylon Adjustable Highchair and Cushion ($198)

singgih kartono radios.

Aren't these radios designed by Singgih Kartono fabulous? They are so unique and well-designed, plus they are also socially and ecologically friendly.

"...the two-toned wood Magno radio is handmade by Indonesian carpenters in areas with high unemployment. Singgih wanted to manufacture a product that was at once sustainable and socially beneficial. Made of sustainable harvested wood, the cases for the radios are made by craftspeople who could apply their skills to more than just making simple souvenirs. The radio plays not only AM/FM and two shortwave bands, but is also MP3 ready."

Available at Design Public, $200-$300.

for the environmentally conscious.

Above: 1. Falling Leaves Vase from Zanisa ($110), 2. Bendant Lamp from Vivavi ($165), 3. Apple Peep Card from Night Owl Paper Goods ($6), 4. Grid Wall Pockets from MIO ($65), 5. Play Toe Shoes from Simple ($85), and 6. Tyvek Wallet from Dynomighty Design ($15).

Below: 1. Mini Recycled Leather Photo Frame from Biome (£4.00), 2. Haute Surface from Branch ($20), 3. Mint Wine Knot from Greener Grass Design ($105), 4. Monochromatic Reusable Shopping Bag from Vitamin Design ($34), 5. Round Stool w/Drawer from Inmod ($369), and 6. Beechwood Kitchen Tools from A+R Store ($55).

three things.

Here are just a few things I am swooning over while watching this week's episode of Project Runway: Beautiful owl pillows designed by Kathleen Lolly (Available at Kopilot for $25), Ceramic memo board (how very useful and eco-friendly!) from See Jane Work ($11.50), and a sweet lunch bag from GRDN ($49).

lovely gifts under $50.

• 1. Snowflake Light Shade from 2 Jane ($48)
  
• 2. Pinocchino Figurine from Bliss Home ($29)
  
• 3. Lumen Candle from Red Envelope ($48)
  
• 4. Wobowl SoftBowl from MIO ($39)
  
• 5. STD-35 Pinhole Camera Kit from Chocosho ($24.95)
  
• 6. Eleanor Grosch Prints from Day-Lab ($30)
  
• 7. For Like Ever Recycled Cotton Tote from ReForm School ($32)
  
• 8. Chalkboard Vase from Uma ($38-$48)
  
• 9. April Girl Pillow Chum from Nova 68 ($40)
  
• 10. Owls Wall Sticker from Ferm Living ($50)
  
• 11. 5-inch Steel Dotted Wild Bird from FjornScandinavian ($28)
  
• 12. 6 Pack Wine Rack from Etcetera Media ($40)

great gifts for babies.

I am madly in love with these knitted hats from Oeuf. They stay in place and keep baby's ears and neck protected from the cold, and boy, they are absolutely adorable ($37-$49).


We recently bought a pair of BabyLegs for our infant and I must say, they are fabulous. Not only are they totally cute and stylish, but they are essential for the winter months. Babies can crawl around the house in them (making diaper changes much easier) and they can be worn under pants to keep them extra warm ($12).


Pretty new holiday tee shirt designs from Little Uni. They come in a number of different colors and feature adorable Christmas and Hanukkah images ($28-$30).


I'm always happy when I find very well designed essential baby products like these ones. The squirt baby spoon dispenses one bite at a time and holds up to 3 oz. of baby food, making one handed feeding extremely easy. The snack ball protects snacks from crushing, which makes it great for travel ($6.50-$8).


Infant gowns are always great to have, and these ones from Kate Quinn Organics are lovely and made from 100% organic cotton ($30).


When my toddler was about seven months old, he adopted one of these soft animals by Jellycat, which quickly became his best friend. They are the perfect old-fashioned plush animal, so soft, silky, and understuffed (available at Hanna Anderson, $20).


Kipiis allow you to turn anything into a bib- napkin, cloth diaper, kitchen towel. Just clip the two rounded fasteners onto whatever’s handy, adjust the back, and there you go! Quite handy indeed (Available at Ahhgoo, $11).


I always love the clothing available at Tomat. They are stylish, clever, and are now available in organic cotton. Great for any baby's wardrobe ($24).


The Candeloo Nightlight/Lamp Set is wonderful. The lights turn on when lifted from the charging base and start to recharge as soon as they are put back. They can also be set to pulse gently, lulling restless little ones to sleep. Plus, they're adorable! (Available at Giggle, $50)


The b-bib by Oots is a bib with sleeves that covers arms and bellies. They are made of terrycloth and come decorated with a printed or embroidered design. So cute and useful ($18.95).

lead-free toys.

As a mum, I have been rather concerned and angered over all the recent toy recalls, as I am sure many others have been. Luckily, when it comes to gift giving this year, there are many wonderful options from independent and eco-friendly businesses (For a huge list of major brand toys that are not made in China click here).

• 1. Embroidered Stacking Blocks from Spunky Sprout ($68)
  
• 2. Elephant Dot Doll from Craftsbury Kids ($26)
  
• 3. A Fleur Called Pansy from Onegirl ($30)
  
• 4. Dinosaur on Wheels from Arte Bebe ($28)
  
• 5. Boa from Babygeared ($40)
  
• 6. Louis Has a Sweet Tooth from Chet & Dot ($18)
  
• 7. Woodland Gnome Figures from Mimmo ($31)
  
• 8. Skyscrapers from Oompa ($37.99)
  
• 9. Magda Lepuskin from Odkins ($32)
  
• 10. Giraffe Stacker & Blankie Gift Set from Giggle ($70)
  
• 11. Arigurumi Godzilla Cho Kung from Raewa Dolly ($12.99)
  
• 12. Finger Pupper City Set from Bla Bla ($25)
  
• 13. Soft Animals from Modern Tots ($32)
  
• 14. Happy Wheat Bread from My Paper Crane ($20)
  
• 15. Leu Cushion from Modern Mini ($39)
  
• 16. Wooden Camera from Romp ($26)

angelina jolie.

I really love that Angelina Jolie showed up at the premiere of her new film A Mighty Heart last weekend in a $26 vintage dress from Hollywood's Wasteland. And of course she looked just as stunning in it (if not more) than if she had worn a ridiculously expensive designer one.

Now if only this started becoming the norm for celebrities!

little paper planes : tee.

I love this new shirt from Little Paper Planes:

greener grass design.

Greener Grass Design is one of my favorite webshops. It features the work of over thirty designers from around the world and basically everything is so very aesthically-pleasing.

simple shoes.

It's always nice to find companies that really do all that they can to make their products as green and eco-friendly as possible. I recently noticed advertisements in Readymade Magazine for Simple ("a nice little shoe company") and decided to check out their products. They offer beautiful shoes, bags, and other gear made out of 100 percent sustainable materials, such as bamboo, organic cotton, recycled car tires, cork, jute, and crepe.