In my experience, there exists quite the chasm between mothering and sexy. Perhaps it’s because designers suspect moms are too tired and busy to shower, let alone concern themselves with the latest fashion trends. Consequently, our bag selection tends to force choices between washable and roomy vs. something a childless woman would actually consider carrying in public.
Fleurville to the rescue. Read the rest of this entry »
Icebreaker’s Bodyfit line has long been loved by outdoor enthusiasts, and now children can benefit from the company’s eco-friendly New Zealand wool garments. Icebreaker’s kids’ line features no itch fabric that “smells better, feels better, warms better, and breathes better”. This line is perfect for active sports and everyday use. Beyond great fabric, Icebreaker features two unique features for kids: “baa code” and “re-imagined packaging”.
Have you ever wanted to meet the sheep that was shorn for your clothes? Just enter the “baa code” on your label into the Icebreaker website to meet where your sheep lives.
With most of the things you buy, you’re told little or nothing about how they’re made. Icebreaker is different.
We have a deep commitment to animal welfare, the welfare of the people who work with us, and the environment. And we have nothing to hide.
Your unique Baacode will let you see the living conditions of the high country sheep that produced the merino fibre in your Icebreaker garment, meet the farmers who are custodians of this astonishing landscape, and follow every step of the supply chain. We’re sure you’ll find the experience as inspiring as we do. Enjoy your journey back to the source.
In 2005, helpful big sister Brittney Maxson tried to enter an A&F dressing room at the Mall of America to assist her younger sibling, 14-year-old Molly, who is autistic.
She was confronted by store staff, who said that Abercrombie policy didn’t allow more than one person in a dressing room at a time in an attempt combat shoplifting. The girls had encountered the same policy at another store, but they allowed the sisters in the dressing room at that store after they understood the situation.
At Abercrombie & Fitch, Brittney explained her sister’s special needs, but was still refused. Their mom, Beth, tried to talk to management and the girls were still refused. Beth even called a customer service hotline while at the store and the request was still ignored.
Four years later, the clothing store has been ordered to pay $115,264 for discriminating against a disabled person.
This is actually the second time we have had the pleasure of reviewing Inca Kids‘ products, and we are pleased to see their fair trade, Peruvian line expanding. My son and I are in love with the super soft, uber adorable scarf from “Casa Betania”. Adorned with cars, this scarf is sure to please any little one and fair trade discerning parent. Made from alpaca and acrylic yarns, this scarf is not itchy and carefully crafted by women in Peru. Casa Betania:
Started as a way to assist women with lack of emotional and financial support in some of the most unprivileged areas in Lima.
On December 4, 1990 they started making jute cartridge pouches, then they learned to embroider and sew, some women brought their tools, also fixed the schedule from 2 to 7 p.m. and wages. The group that started with 7 women, grew into a group of 23 women selling their products to churches. Cáritas of France donated 2 sewing machines and libraries as well a provided some financial support.
Thanks to all who entered-this contest is now closed!
Do you know that Neoprene- that black stretchy material that goes into wetsuits, laptop sleeves, and knee braces, and which encases much of the gear we use to carry our electronics, water bottles, and lunch bags- is quite toxic?
Thanks to GreenSmart there is a non toxic alternative-Neogreene. Read the rest of this entry »
Just in time for back to school Uranus Apparel has launched their line of soyshorts panties for woman which come in small enough sizes your tween or teen could wear them.
My daughter received a set and the first thing she said was, “Wow, these are soft.” Read the rest of this entry »
I love discovering new artisans on Etsy! This time, I have found SewnNatural.
Home of modern eco picnic and baby blankets, quilts, toys, kids’ hip bags, toddler dresses & more using all natural, organic and rescued upcycled fibers. We believe it’s possible to create something beautiful while making the world a little better at the same time. Sustainable and original design with great care in craftswomanship.
We were recently sent a kids eco messenger bag. This bag is made from organic cotton and vintage cotton fabric and is handmade in Ontario Canada. They are playful and delightful and sure to charm any child (and parent). Each bag is one-of-a-kind.
Nowali Cable Knit Moccasin are adorable, cozy, and actually stay on little one’s feet! If you have a toddler, you’ve probably experienced what usually happens with slippers designed for little ones…they always slip off! Not with Nowali, which are made in Sweden and are great on any floor surface.
Diane Reznik, Nowali’s Sales Manager and co-designer, describes these great slipper socks:
Our feature product is our famous Swedish moccasin. This item is a unique combination of a sock and a shoe: knit sock upper with a leather sole and color coordinated foxing. The moccasins are still stitched together by hand in the traditional Swedish way.
So you’ve decided to try babywearing — perhaps you’ve read the Babywearing 101 series, or Baby Essentials That Aren’t, here at Eco Child’s Play. As a green-minded parent, you may now be wondering what options exist for slings and carriers made of organic and eco-friendly fabrics.You might be pleasantly surprised. From small-business WAHM handmade slings, to big-name brands, there is a wide selection of organic baby carriers out there to choose from. Whatever style of carrier you prefer, organic options in natural colour-grown fabrics and vivid naturally-dyed colours abound.
Here is just a partial list, to help get your search started.
It appears that our “New Economy” has made people take a good look at needs vs. wants. These days, more people (as much as 1/3) feel that a dryer is no longer a necessity, rather its a luxury and an expensive one at that!
Line drying used to be the standard and we are trending toward that again (We’ve doubled the number of people who say the dryer is a luxury in the last three years). Here’s how to fire your dryer which will result in lower energy bills (good for you and the planet) and happy clothes (the dryer is hard on clothing).
No matter the climate you live in, you can air dry clothing. Read on to learn how to fight restrictive CC&R’s for your right to dry and ways to circumvent such silly ordinances. Read the rest of this entry »
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