Eco-Friendly Gift Ideas for Children With ModEcoKIDS

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Story by sweetbeets

Published on Apr 05, 2010 in Shop

Photo by TheMeasure

Lisa_bio.jpgLisa Zuraw, a.k.a. sweetbeets, started ModEcoKIDS in 2007 to connect with people who are interested in eco-friendly design for kids. She blogs about handmade gifts for children and her journey toward a more sustainable and minimalist lifestyle. Lisa lives near Toronto, Canada with her husband and two sons.

Recently on my blog I’ve begun sharing some of the small measures I’m taking to lighten my impact on the environment. I believe small lifestyle changes can really add up. Most of all, I want to be a good example for my children so that it becomes natural for them to reduce, reuse and recycle. When I need to buy something I do my best to vote for the environment. One way is to support handmade artists who choose to work with sustainable materials. I’m delighted to share a few of my favorite eco-friendly gift ideas for babies and kids!

This organic tee by BirdandBean features an appliqué recycle symbol to remind us that we can start being eco-conscious from day one. $17.

 

At pogoshop you’ll find the cutest stuffed animals that are handcrafted from repurposed wool sweaters and stuffed with sustainable bamboo fiberfill, like Jules. $36.

 

It’s been said that the best toys are 10 percent toy and 90 percent child. This gnome home by creativewoodtoys is sure to inspire imaginative play! It is sculpted from native Red Alder and finished with jojoba oil and locally-sourced beeswax. $26.

 

This one-of-a-kind girl’s dress by TheGoodShipLollipop is created from an upcycled men’s shirt! $35.

 

Adding reusable snack pouches to your lunch bag is an easy way to be kind to the environment. Kid-friendly illustrations by downhomeamy are silk screened on handmade organic cotton snack bags. $12.

 

MonkeysOnTheRoof used salvaged wood and non-toxic ink to create these unique alphabet letter magnets. $23.

 

Becoming more eco-conscious can simply mean choosing a more eco-friendly option for a product we use daily. This body care collection at pipertate is free of harsh chemicals, sulfates and parabens, and instead uses gentle ingredients such as organic jojoba oil and shea butter. $25.

 

Conventional cotton production uses chemical pesticides and herbicides that pollute our environment. These certified-organic cotton flannel baby blankets by organicquiltcompany are a sustainable option that’s healthier for baby and the earth. $29.


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