Showing posts with label babies and kids. Show all posts
Showing posts with label babies and kids. Show all posts

Wednesday, April 20, 2016

Earth Day Spotlight: For the kids

This week to celebrate the upcoming Earth Day on April 22nd we are sharing daily round ups of eco-friendly, Connecticut made products. Our little ones deserve the best products free of harmful chemicals.

Think Globally, Shop Locally!

Eco-friendly finds for the kids:


"While all of our toys are made with child safe materials, our puppy pull toys go one step further and are strained with coffee and finished with our own blend of organic beeswax and organic jojoba oil." - Vivienne and Vinny owners of The Toy Box by Vinny

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"All natural, handmade products including 100% natural Baby soap, Calendula Lavender baby balm, hand knit cotton washcloth & natural wooden soap deck." - available at Treefort Naturals

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"The teether is made of solid maple and sealed with organic beeswax and olive oil, the ears come off so they can be washed. This is a greener alternative to plastics, and it will last for years and years" - Kristen owner of Milo and Molly

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"The Happy Snacker is a stand up on its own, generously sized reusable snack bag. The outside is made of sturdy duck canvas or organic cotton prints, and the inside liner is made of food safe ripstop nylon. The Happy Snacker features an end to end hook and loop closure to keep snacks fresh- and pull tabs made from re-purposed vintage grosgrain ribbon from France." - Carrie owner of Mister and His Sister

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"Many of my items are made from organic or upcycled fabric. These fabrics are not only super soft, they use far fewer resources to produce than conventional or synthetic fabrics. Tinymack clothing is also made to be worn and loved and passed on from child to child -- which further reduces its environmental impact. Love for the earth and love for little ones is what we're all about." - Kaci owner of Tinymack

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"Starting with a repurposed mint tin, I add full pans of handmade watercolor paint and a color guide. After that, I paint the top of each tin. The watercolor paints are handmade using quality ingredients including local honey." - available at Sprinkles of Color

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Stop by tomorrow for the next eco-friendly roundup!
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Written by Alonda Baird-Juhasz, owner of Designer Dwellings, who believes in adding color to life. An avid DIYer, sparkle-loving, all things fabulous addict, her shop features bright and fun home decor accessories and gifts. When not in the shop you can find her interior decorating or visual styling events and photo shoots.

Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Holiday Gift Guide 2015: Gifts For Kids and Baby

This week we will be visiting some of our favorite member shops to help those of you who still have shopping to do find the perfect item for gifting.  We've got offerings for men, for house and home, and for the ladies.  Check in all this week for an amazing array of gifts.

Today we're checking in with our members who have items for kids and babies.  Each is a unique, handmade item, including many that can be customized!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/191460519/organic-toddler-underwear-superhero?ref=shop_home_active_22
Organic toddler undies by tinymack, $29

https://www.etsy.com/listing/217075255/little-pup-pull-toy?ref=shop_home_active_20
Little Wooden Pup pull toy by The Toy Box by Vinny, $40

http://brimmerbaby.etsy.com
Cuffed bodysuit by Brimmer Baby

https://www.etsy.com/listing/223506501/kids-apron-reversible-custom-made-you?ref=shop_home_active_10
 Kids' apron by Little Fingers Gifts, $24

https://www.etsy.com/listing/94662222/bird-picture-frame-bird-frame-for-kids?ref=shop_home_active_14
Custom frame by oscar & ollie, starting at $44

https://www.etsy.com/listing/238449205/tooth-fairy-pillow-holds-baby-teeth-to?ref=shop_home_active_12
Tooth Fairy pillow by Milo and Molly, $15

Click through each photo to be taken to the maker's website for ordering and contact information.  We hope you will shop local with us this holiday season!

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Holiday Gift Guide: Babies and Kids. + A Giveaway!

Day 3 of the Holiday Gift Guide is here! This week we will be visiting some of our favorite member shops to help those of you who still have shopping to do find the perfect item for gifting. On Monday we had goods for house and home, yesterday we focused on the men, and later this week we have items for the ladies, as well as gifts for anyone, anytime.

Today focuses on the babies and kids- definitely some of the cutest stuff out there.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/203596350/striped-organic-baby-gown-with-mitts?ref=teams_post

You will love the baby and toddler clothing that tiny mack has to offer.  For example, this handmade organic baby gown/sleeper with red and white stripes and colorblocked trim. This baby essential has built-in mitts that fold over to keep newborns warm and scratch-free, a twist-free elastic opening at the bottom for easy diaper changes, and a classic lap tee/envelope style neckline that easily slips over baby's head -- no snaps or buttons to fuss with. A playful and practical unisex look for new babies. 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/184765998/shoreline-alphabet-nautical-print?ref=shop_home_active_22
Patti Murphy Boutique

For a nautical themed room or for those who live by the sea, this shoreline alphabet print is perfect for any child's room.  Using seacoast elements to form the letters of the alphabet, the bright colors that Patti Murphy Boutique uses will add a touch of whimsy to the space.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/203829116/hand-knit-striped-baby-blanket-colors?ref=shop_home_active_21
Baby Boies

Every little one needs a blanket to cuddle up in, and this striped one by Baby Boies is perfect for doing just that.  Soft and plush, this hand-knit blanket is made for wrapping up and snuggling, and you can customize the colors of the stripes to match with baby's nursery or big kid's favorite colors.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/210201020/twin-bodysuits-buy-one-get-one-free?ref=shop_home_active_7
Whimsy Ones

Know someone with twins on the way?  Whimsy Ones has a variety of onesies to welcome the pair into the world, including this sweet "Buy One, Get One Free" package of two, which comes in colors to suit the pairing.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/92654080/stuffed-animals-custom-made-for-you-one?ref=shop_home_active_21
Little Fingers Gifts

Every child needs their own buddy, and Little Fingers Gifts can provide you with a customized, one-of-a-kind, handmade little goodycritter for your sweet ones!  These animals are made to order and each is designed individually based on what you are looking for, so no two will ever be alike, making it a truly special gift.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/209868756/tooth-fairy-lost-tooth-reporting-kit?ref=shop_home_active_9
Sea Urchin Studio

Teeth are going to come falling out and you need to be ready when they do!  This Lost Tooth Reporting Kit from Sea Urchin Studio will make your big kid feel important and will provide parents with a record of each tooth loss.  Each note pad comes with enough sheets to record each tooth, and it also comes with a certificate to be signed by the Tooth Fairy herself!

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Not only are we excited to show off our products to you for the holiday season, but we want you to shop!  The Nutmeg Collective has THREE Etsy gift cards up for grabs for three lucky winners who will get to shop our amazing Nutmeg Collective shops and pick up a special gift or two.  One winner will receive a $50 gift card, and two others will receive a $25 gift card each!  Simply enter through the Rafflecopter below at any point this week.  The giveaway ends Friday, December 5 at midnight and the winner will be chosen shortly thereafter.  Good luck!

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