Category Archives: Arts and Crafts

Choosing Eco-Friendly Art Supplies for Children

  By Donna DeForbes | May 20, 2014 - 5:00 am |
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This is a guest post by Alison Lansky It is becoming more important than ever to try to live a greener life so that our children are left with a healthier place to live. That is why, as parents, we should take every opportunity to teach our children how to be more eco-friendly. Choosing eco-friendly art supplies is one fun way to demonstrate this important lesson. Consider the two key benefits: You will be teaching your children a valuable lesson about preserving our planet. The majority of eco-friendly art supplies are also non-toxic making them the safer choice for your little ones. But where do you begin? Check out these handy hints for finding eco-friendly alternatives to common children’s art supplies. Eco-Friendly Paper Craft Paper is one of the easiest places to start when you’re looking to switch to eco-friendly art supplies for your children. Not only can you buy … Continue reading →

May’s Top 5 Eco Crafts

  By Donna DeForbes | May 2, 2014 - 5:00 am |
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Welcome to my monthly installment of eco-friendly arts and craft projects gathered from around the Internet. While some projects require adult supervision, they are a fun, educational and green hobby for your kids. This month’s collection includes some great ideas for Mother’s Day. Enjoy! Upcycled Cloth Kindle Case from Mommy By Day Crafter By Night Personalized Garden Stepping Stones from Condo Blues Chalk Paint Candle Holder from The Creative Headquarters Make it eco: Substitute beeswax candles in recycled glass jars. Upcycled Mug Jewelry Holder from Indulgy Juice Lid Photo Magnets from Crafting Chicks

April’s Top 5 Eco Crafts

  By Donna DeForbes | April 4, 2014 - 5:00 am |
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Eco-Friendly Spring Crafts | Eco-Mothering.com

Welcome to my monthly installment of eco-friendly arts and craft projects gathered from around the Internet. While some projects require adult supervision, they are a fun, educational and green hobby for your kids. This month’s collection focuses on crafts for Earth Day, plus make-your-own Easter baskets. Enjoy! Food Jar Terrarium from Our Big Earth Printable Tree Planting Tag from Chickabug Blog Plantable Paper from Alpha Mom Upcycled Mobiles from Plum Pudding Recycled Paper Easter Basket from Roots of Simplicity See more ideas for making your own Easter baskets at Crafting a Green World.  

March’s Top 5 Eco Crafts

  By Donna DeForbes | February 28, 2014 - 5:00 am |
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Eco-Friendly Spring Crafts | Eco-Mothering.com

Welcome to my monthly installment of eco-friendly arts and craft projects gathered from around the Internet. While some projects require adult supervision, they are a fun, educational and green hobby for your kids. This month’s collection includes crafts for St. Patrick’s Day and the Spring Equinox. Enjoy! Shamrock Sprouts from Housing a Forest St. Patrick’s Day Bunting from Simple As That Blog Garden Hose Spring Wreath from Create Craft. Love. Floppy Disk Planters from Brit + Co. Hanging Light Bulb Vase from DIY Weddings This post is featured on Natural Living Monday, Thank Goodness It’s Monday, Tuesday Greens, Works for Me Wednesday and Healthy, Happy, Green and Natural Blog Hop.  

February’s Top 5 Eco Crafts

  By Donna DeForbes | January 31, 2014 - 5:00 am |
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Eco-Friendly Valentine's Day Gifts | Eco-Mothering.com

Welcome to my monthly installment of eco-friendly arts and craft projects gathered from around the Internet. While some projects require adult supervision, they are a fun, educational and green hobby for your kids. This month’s collection focuses on greener ways to say “Happy Valentines Day!”   Paint Chip Valentine Bookmarks from Old Town Home Heart Crayons from The Joys of Home Educating Matchbook Valentine Treats from Five Spot Green Living Valentine Friendship Bracelets from Dandee Designs “For the Birds” Seed Heart from Peep Thread   This post is featured on Simple Saturdays and Works for Me Wednesday.  

January’s Top 5 Eco Crafts

  By Donna DeForbes | January 3, 2014 - 5:30 am |
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Eco-Friendly Crafts | Eco-Mothering.com

Welcome to my monthly installment of eco-friendly arts and craft projects gathered from around the Internet. While some projects require adult supervision, they are a fun, educational and green hobby for your kids. This month’s collection includes a few ideas for football season and MLK Day. It’s pretty amazing what you can create just by repurposing everyday items. Enjoy! CD Coasters from Crafts by Amanda Fingerprint Peace Dove from Beverly Cleary School In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, this is a great craft project for a class or group of kids. Water Bottle Game Day Noisemakers from By Stephanie Lynn Sports Team TP Roll Napkin Rings from Crafts Unleashed Can-Do Robots from Spoonful This post is featured on Thank Goodness It’s Monday and Natural Living Monday.  

December’s Top 5 Eco Crafts

  By Donna DeForbes | December 6, 2013 - 5:00 am |
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Eco-Friendly Crafts | Eco-Mothering.com

Welcome to the fourth installment of my monthly eco-friendly arts and craft projects gathered from around the Internet. While some projects require adult supervision, they are a fun, educational and green hobby for your kids. This month’s collection includes several Winter Holiday-themed crafts. It’s pretty amazing what you can create just by repurposing everyday items. Enjoy! Snowflake Coasters from Washers Make Your Own Snow Globe Jar Ring Tree Ornaments Junk Mail Snowflake Lanterns Bottle Cap Magnets Got tons of toilet paper rolls? Here’s a whole list of holiday-themed craft ideas from those ubiquitous objects. Happy crafting! This post is featured on Simple Lives Thursday, Simply Natural Saturdays, Natural Living Monday, Tuned In Tuesday, Works for Me Wednesday and Healthy, Happy Green Party Hop.