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MiniEco: A Mixtape of Craft Projects

March 10, 2014 by crayonsandcroissants

As you probably know if you have been with us for awhile now, we love craft projects! And we are especially big fans of crafts that use natural and eco-friendly materials. Which is why we are so excited about Kate Lilley’s newest book, MiniEco: A Mixtape of Craft Projects. We wrote about Lilley’s first crafts book here (don’t miss her DIY chalk project) and we love her blog, Minieco. It is still one of the first places we look when we […]

Categories: Craft, Read • Tags: Art, books, Children, Crafts, Eco-conscious, Organic

Fluf Bags – Pack a Free Lunch. And Other Stuff Too.

November 20, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Fluf bags make it possible to pack all of the things you want in your children’s lunch, and none of the things you don’t. In fact, we love these organic cotton bags so much that we use them for just about everything, from carrying snacks, to storing small piles of toys and books to the perfect kid-sized bag for the farmers market! Fluf bags are made with 100% certified organic cotton and a tested food safe lining. They are also free […]

Categories: Bites, Play, Shop • Tags: Children, Eco-conscious, Fluf, Food, Food Storage, Gift Bags, Lunch Bags, Organic, Snacks, Superhero

Little Pnuts

November 11, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Looking for an amazing gift box subscription for your kids? Little Pnuts offers eco-friendly, high quality, gorgeous toys from some of our favorite brands delivered straight to your door – perfect for your own little pnut! We love the idea of subscription gift boxes, but have always struggled with finding ones with the right products. Who wants to pay a lot of money and get toys made of harmful plastics or cheap materials? Well, Little Pnuts has the answer to […]

Categories: Play, Shop • Tags: box subscription, Children, Eco-conscious, Organic, Toys

Have an Eek-O Friendly Halloween

October 28, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

We put together a guide last year with our picks for a green, healthy “eek-o” friendly Halloween and we have compiled some of our favorites again this year! Paint the town – and the kids’ faces – red (and blue and yellow) with these new, natural, non-toxic cosmetics from The Veggie Kidz. We love that these products don’t contain harsh chemicals or toxins and that they are completely up-front about the ingredients. The cosmetics are made of high quality butters, […]

Categories: Bites, Craft, Play • Tags: Activities, Children, Eco-conscious, Halloween, Holidays, Snacks

BeginAgain’s Shark Tank Bathtub Ball and How to Clean Bath Toys

October 23, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

BeginAgain’s Shark Tank Bathtub Ball is a fun, colorful and – most importantly – non-toxic bath toy that is sure to appeal to kids of all ages! Water, bubbles, splashing – what’s not to like about bath time? Brace yourself and read on because, unfortunately, many children’s bath toys can harbor mold and bacteria! You see, water gets trapped inside the bath toys (especially the ones with small holes), which allows the bacteria and mold to grow and fester. If […]

Categories: Play • Tags: Bath Toys, Children, Eco-conscious, PVC and phthalate free

Our Favorite Eco-Friendly Art Supplies for Kids

September 17, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Got a budding Picasso at home? Check out our list of favorite art supplies to stock in your arts and crafts cupboard! Little M loves art projects – he enjoys painting, drawing, coloring and sculpting so we have slowly started building up a small collection of art supplies. Here are some of the essentials that we stock in our arts and crafts cupboard. Paints: Oh, how we love to paint! You don’t really need an easel, although we just bought […]

Categories: Craft, Play • Tags: Activities, Art, Arts and Crafts, Children, Crafts, Eco-conscious, Paint, Toddler

Hello Sunshine – Family-Friendly Summer Activities

August 5, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Summer is almost over and we have not enjoyed nearly as many picnics, outdoor concerts, beach outings or barbecues as Little M and I feel we should have! Make the most of August with these family-friendly ways to enjoy summer! Pack a picnic and head to your local park or try to find a free outdoor concert or movie. Red Tricycle is a great resource and provides city guides with lists of activities and events for families. Check out these […]

Categories: Bites, Play • Tags: Activities, Beach, Children, Eco-conscious, Family, Food, Summer

Shark Slippers from Cate and Levi

July 1, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Looking for something soft and cozy to warm your toes? These adorable shark slippers are a great fit for the entire family. Cate & Levi have taken family footwear to the next level with their new upcycled shark slippers. Available in baby, toddler and adult sizes – there is something for everyone. The slippers even has cute little grippy fish on the soles for a slip-free surface! I love the idea of having matching slippers for me and Little M. We are […]

Categories: Play, Shop • Tags: Children, Eco-conscious, Family, Organic, Toys, Wear

The Honest Life

June 5, 2013 by crayonsandcroissants

Jessica Alba’s new book, The Honest Life: Living Naturally and True to You, is a great read for anyone who is looking to learn more about living a healthy, green life. Alba has emerged as a force in the environmental health movement. She has won awards, including the Champion for Children Award, The Green Parent Award and is the founder of The Honest Company. Although her book is family-focused, Alba makes sure to cover many topics including home decorating, beauty and […]

Categories: Motherhood, Nest, Read • Tags: books, Children, Eco-conscious, Family, Organic

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