All Posts Tagged With: "bamboo"

Brenda writes…

The Green Familia are proud to be members of Ethical Junction, a fabulous place for companies that are ethically minded, whether it be organic or fair-trade driven, this is a one stop website that has members from all walks of the green ethical living.

They have a website/shop, called Get Ethical, that showcases members goodies, which makes it a must visit site for all those who love to buy green/ethical/fair-trade/organic goodies.

Here are a few of the goodies available to buy this xmas from Get Ethical.

Bamboo Eco-Plunk

This is a great eco version of the old favourite kids game - Ker Plunk!  Suitable for age 4 years+.  It is made from Bamboo, which is a fantastic renewable resource and great for the environment.  It has recently been featured in Junior and Prima Magazine.  Price £19.

Solar Powered Business Bag

This cool bag, could solve your problems what to give the man in your life.  It has the power to recharge the necessary equipment, including:  mobile phones, blackberries, mp3 or mp4 players, digital cameras/camcorders etc.  It is also spacious enough for him to store his laptop.  Price £45.

Frankincense & Christmas Jewel Soap Set

This cute looking gift would be ideal for any female in your life.  It comprises of two natural handmade soaps, which are presented in a pretty chiffon bag, which is fabulously presented.  Price £9.

Erica writes …

I love this adorable denim pinafore dress from Bamboo Baby. It’s classically designed with no fussiness and made from soft organic bamboo fabric which is sustainably produced.

There’s a very sweet ribbon tie detail around the dress which adds the finishing touch. You could wear it all year round by teaming it with warmer or cooler tops to suit the season. Dress it up for a party/special occasion or down to wear it as an everyday dress. It’s available in sizes up to 24 months and in a couple of colours too.

Available from Bamboo Baby for £20.

Erica writes…

I’m impressed by the styling of this Eco Tableware designed by Tom Dixon, a UK designer.  They look tough enough for everyday use, but also very stylish for more formal meals.

They are made of biodegradable plastic and 85% bamboo so when they have finished their working life, they can simply be composted. You can buy the cups and bowls separately as sets of 4, and the table set comes with 4 each of cups, bowls and plates.

Prices start at £14.95 and they are available from Tactile Interiors.

Brenda writes…

I was just checking out some hot deals on our sister site Budget Bambino Goodies when I came across this, which I just had to share with you.

Baby sleeping bags are all the fashion nowadays, not only because they look good, but they also help look after our bambinos, by keeping them at the right temperature and without all the fuss of blankets etc.

The Bamboo Dream collection is the first baby and infant bedding range to be made from the printed bamboo fabric, which is gorgeously soft, ecologically friendly and has natural antibacterial properties.

suitable for age 0-6 months, it has a tog rating of 2.5, is stylish and has an integrated mesh panel to help keep the baby at a comfortable sleeping temperature.

Available from Boots for £14.99.  Was £29.99.

Natalie writes…

As a light green individual, I’m always on the lookout for simple ways to introduce more ethical products into the home that don’t break the bank.

Bamboo is increasingly appearing in a wide variety of products because aside from being beautiful, it’s fast growing without need for fertiliser, and durable, making it a fantastic alternative to wood (and petroleum-based materials) because it’s sustainable and eco-conscious.

This Bamboo Chopping Board has been featured in the Sunday Times Style Magazine and is really gorgeous. It’s practical and stylish with its stripes and all it needs is a damp cloth to wipe it clean and you can occasionally wipe it down with some vegetable oil so that it keeps its appearance.

For someone like me who likes everything she buys to tick the style box and hates seeing ‘eco’ tagged products that are hugely overpriced, I think this Bamboo Chopping Board is excellent value, so not only could you buy this for your own family to introduce some green into your home, but it also makes a great gift.

£19.95 from EcoCentric

Brenda writes…

Here are some of the best eco-friendly mens t-shirts on the market at the moment.

Made from high quality 100% organic cotton, this mens t-shirt mixes ethical sourcing with a great design. It’s bold, original, and sweatshop-free. Made by Tonic T-shirts in the UK in sizes small, medium, or large. Available from Nigels eco store for £19.99 + £3.99 delivery.

Viva La Fair Trade Revolution

Stag Beetle T-shirt

Brenda writes…

Bambino Bamboo Onesies

Our sister site Bambino Goodies recently featured Bambino Bamboo and it’s perfect for TGF. I’m a fan of products made from bamboo fibres as they are so soft to touch and keep out those harmful UV rays amongst their many qualities. It is so eco-friendly. Coming in a choice of two colours, cotton candy or clearwater blue, in sizes 3-6, 6-9, or 9-12 months.

£6 from Bambino Bamboo.

‘Green Baby’ Baby Vests

This short sleeve apple green baby vest is made from 100% organic cotton, in a fresh pastel colour, with an apple applique design on the front. It has nickel free poppers and an envelope neck. Available in sizes birth through to 24 months. Made on a Fair Trade project in India and certified by IFAT, the global network of world fairtrade organisations. £5.99 from Babipur.

Sea Theme Boys Organic Baby Vests

These gorgeously soft ,100% organic cotton bodies, have an envelope neck style and nickel free poppers and are extra long in the body and broader in the beam to accommodate the bambino wearing a real nappy. Available in a range of sizes from 0-3 to 18-24 months. £14.75 for a 3 pack from Green beginnings.