Five Different Ways to Recycle Shoes

The throwing of a shoe can be a powerful statement, depending on where you aim it. For most of us, though, show-throwing usually goes more like this: open trash can, insert shoe. Still, our shoe-throwing matters. Hundreds of millions of shoes get bought, used, and presumably … [Read more...]

Into the Trees: A book About a Child's First Adventure Into the Woods

I grew up in the suburbs of Columbus, Ohio. We had a yard with trees, and the park and river were not too far away. I was fortunate my parents took me on weekend hiking trips in the Hocking Hills of southern Ohio (although I called "hocking in the Hiking Hills"). Reading Into … [Read more...]

Getting What You Need on the Cheap!

I'm all about a bargain. With a large family, we really focus on getting the longest life possible out of items and sourcing new to us items whenever possible. So, I've become a HUGE fan of: Freecycle. Seriously, folks. You sign up, get email updates with freebies being … [Read more...]

Be The Belle of the T-Shirt Ball

I don't think I can find the words to express how much I love the reclaimed t-shirt dresses by Angela Johnson. I'm in love with the idea of reclaimed and repurposed clothing. I have found myself sitting in front of a sewing machine on many occasions looking for ways to extend … [Read more...]

Bamboo Leg Huggers: Eco Chic for Baby

Here at Eco Child's Play, we like baby leg warmers. We've featured organic cotton Leggies and BabyLegs. Today I get to tell you about Bamboo Leg Huggers for your little one. These are absolutely adorable (by far the cutest I've seen) and are made out of fast growing bamboo … [Read more...]