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Made in USA
Bamboosa
Baby items made in the USA from soft, absorbant, certified organic 100% bamboo fiber or high content bamboo fiber blended with organic cotton. Fabric processing uses no chlorine and only fiber-reactive dyes that use less water and less energy and generate less waste, nor do they use dyefixing agents, which often contain heavy metals and formaldehyde. All packaging materials, are made from 100% recycled paper with a minimum of 30% post consumer waste (PCW) and higher value PCW where available. Collection includes socks, booties, hats, hooded towels, crib sheets, washcloths, baby blanket, and bibs.
South CarolinaVISIT WEBSITE
Bamboosa
Simple garments for men and women made in the USA from soft, absorbant, pesticide-free 100% bamboo fiber or high content bamboo fiber blended with organic cotton. Fabric processing uses no chlorine and only fiber-reactive dyes that use less water and less energy and generate less waste, nor do they use dyefixing agents, which often contain heavy metals and formaldehyde. All packaging materials, are made from 100% recycled paper with a minimum of 30% post consumer waste (PCW) and higher value PCW where available.
South CarolinaVISIT WEBSITE
Boccalone
Artisan cured meats, fresh sausages, and cooked specialties made with "sustainably raised, heritage-breed pork, Italian sea salt, and the freshest spices with the rarest ingredient of all: time. Our small-batch, hands-on methods and traditional cold curing techniques can take up to ten times longer than other producers'. Why sacrifice efficiency? Because taking our time lets us focus every step of our process on a single goal: great taste. Fine salumi are more than mere salted meats. At their best, salumi connect us to the earth, reveal the essence of the whole animal, demonstrate respect for our ancestors, and inspire our humanity." I discovered this place while on a trip to San Francisco, and it is absolutely the best. Truly a labor of love. Read their website to learn more about their philosophy of food,
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Crayon Rocks
Charming nontoxic soy wax crayons in beautiful colors, made in the shape of pebbles. Slight indentations allow small fingers to color in large, wide strokes. Designed to strengthen the tripod drip muscles, preparing fingers and hands for pen and pencil use. Specially designed to help children with fine motor disorders to improve their tripod grip. I really like these colors and the fact that that the pebble shape allows you to fill areas with color in fine or bold strokes. Much more versatile artistically than a stick crayon and they feel natural in your hand.
CaliforniaVISIT WEBSITE
Evan's Garden
An herbal apothecary of oils, salves, cleanses and nutrients made from powerful yet safe organic ingredients, handmade in small batches. Formulas are based on current research as well as ancient data and time-honored recipes. These are remedies which a number of natural doctors provide to their clientele. Care is taken to preserve the aliveness of the ingredients. "In every case where I am able to locate superior ingredients I buy those. This refers to: plants, oils, essential oils, herbs, etc., that were organically grown or biodynamically grown (where the soil is very rich with nutrients and the organisms like worms that ought to be there in it and many old, proven farming techniques are employed). I look for oils that are unrefined, cold-pressed and not heated (over about 105 degrees). I also look into the issue of picked when ripe."
FloridaVISIT WEBSITE
Naturepedic
Waterproof organic cotton crib mattresses created by a concerned grandfather who is also an environmental engineer. Certified by Greenguard and GOTS, these mattresses feature organic and natural materials, and nontoxic food-grade waterproofing. Meets all fire regulations without use of toxic chemicals. No harmful chemicals or known allergens. Proper firmness, comfort and fit. Made in the USA by a family who cares and understands the issues.
OhioVISIT WEBSITE
Paloma Pottery
Enchanting recycled "glass infused pottery" gifts that sparkle and delight. "Each piece is made by collecting glass jars, beer and wine bottles, and other discarded glass which is then broken and fused into the pottery. The unique shapes and positioning of each fragment insures each piece to have a sparkle and depth that is truly unique. The unique crackle glass surface created is smooth to touch and sparkles and reflects light ." More than 40 gift items, including jewelry and accessories, dinnerware, hardwarem tiles, clocks, soap dishes, door knobs, picture frames, garden stones, coasters, magnets, candleholders and more.
WashingtonVISIT WEBSITE
Shepherd's Dream
Makes a complete crib set (mattress, bumper pads, etc out of organically grown wool and cotton). Family-owned by an experienced natural mother. This company is about wool--sleeping on it and under it, cuddling with it, and loving the wool and the sheep and the land. Founder Eliana Jantz has been working with wool as long as I've been writing about natural products (her daughter now runs the business). Eliana led the development of EcoDomestic Wool, "a collaboration which involves the sheep growers, wool processors, product makers and promoters in gradually developing an infrastructure which ensures environmentally friendly and sustainable practices and fair prices to the woolgrower." All within a few miles distance, the sheep are pastured, the wool is milled, and the products are sewn by local women in a renovated storefront, all in site of majestic Mt. Shasta in northern California.
CaliforniaVISIT WEBSITE
Baby Eco Trends
A one-stop shop for "green baby must-haves that we can count on to be safe, socially responsible and sustainable. With concern for the health of the planet as well as the health of our family, we work hard to find products that are ecologically friendly and have minimal footprints. Whenever possible, we opt for organic, USA made, sustainable and cruelty free products." Products include baby cribs, changing tables and dresers, Moses baskets and cradles, baby mattresses and bedding, rocking chairs and gliders, children's furniture, nursery art, baby toys, baby clothing and gear, strollers, and diapers and diapering accessories. Lots of selection in one place. Good descriptions of health and environmental attributes of each product.
FloridaVISIT WEBSITE
Babybearshop
This website sells only four products--cheeky baby butter, mama belly oil, organic baby wash, and baby bird soap--but it is so sweet and charming I had to include it. These products are made with natural ingredients, completely free of synthetic fragrance, additives, parabens, phthalates, and preservatives. "We are committed to Organic. 99% of our ingredients are organic and we'd like to keep it that way. We believe in supporting organic sustainable farming methods....products are made in the USA, are 100% cruelty-free, never tested on animals, are made of pure, organic and nourishing plants and plant extracts and are packaged in recyclable containers"
TennesseeVISIT WEBSITE
n this site you will find more than 1000 links to products that benefit your health and the environment. After more than 25 years as a consumer advocate for health and the environment and looking for products to use in my own personal life, I know where to buy a few things and how to choose green and nontoxic products. 



































