do fun stuff :: the little album that could

I posted about the awesomeness that is this album over at Tara on the Wander on Monday but it is worth repeating here. We've been listening (and dancing) to the album on repeat since we downloaded it.

Not only is the album full of indie music parents will enjoy as much as their kiddos will, all proceeds from the album support research for Smith Magenis Syndrome. Plus, the maker of the album is a super nice guy with a big heart and mad photography skills. This album, due to his big-hearted dedication and social media influence debuted at #1 in the Children's Music genre on iTunes -- no small feat when up against the Yo Gabba Gabba's of the world (whose marketing machine took over the number 1 slot the very next day).  I have nothing against Yo Gabba Gabba -- not at all.

But I am excited about this little album that could.

score with peppermint scented pencils for back to school

Did you know the scent of peppermint has been linked to increased test scores in children? Me either, but if your little one is headed back to school, stock up on these Smart Smencils made from 100% recycled newspapers and scented with peppermint. Score!

Available at Stubby Pencil Studio for $6.95

coral earrings you can feel good about wearing

Maybe because my parents anniversary tomorrow (and they are celebrating a number somewhere between the traditional gifts of coral and ruby).

Maybe because I'm seeing a whole lot of coral in the shops where I am vacationing this week.

We wandered into one of the shops and asked about a particularly stunning necklace of red branch coral. The shopkeeper quickly got out his calculator and told us the price, 60% off, was 978. Dollars. I was secretly pleased at the price that shocked my husband.

Tiffany & Co. calls coral too precious to even wear (and in their case, sell). Buying coral anything was an eco no-no back in my Aveda days. Folks seem quite a bit more eco-savvy in general these days, yet, I feel like I see coral jewelry everywhere, not just on tropical vacations.

Recommendations on eco-sites say: buy coral jewelry -- as long as it is faux coral jewelry. Or look for vintage coral beads. Buy second hand. 

I went right to Etsy and wasn't disappointed.

These wire wrapped vintage pink coral cuties on are upcycled, made of re-purposed beads, and, the proceeds of their sale benefit Oxfam. For $16.

tall things pretty and recycled

Our new house has high ceilings and lots of shelves that make our teeny tiny everythings look miniature. So, I've been on the lookout for some bigger, taller, oversized pretty things to make us feel at home. Aren't these just the loveliest?

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birth announcements :: paper culture :: plant a tree

I know, I know, I'm probably getting a little bit ahead of myself. Today I found myself drooling over the baby announcements at Paper Culture. I love Paper Culture's modern designs. I love that Paper Culture prints *exclusively* on 100% post consumer recycled paper. Plus, they'll plant a tree in honor of your newborn. How sweet is that?

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I love this photo centric design (to the left) but there are about a million and a half other drool worthy designs.

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I would sleep on this :: vintage fir platform bed from Viva Terra

I love this Vintage Fir Platform bed from Viva Terra and I especially love the butterfly pillows with the bed, but (sad face) I haven't been able to locate the pillows. Still, the bed!!!

Even better, the bed is on sale.
Go to Viva Terra, now!

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She Wants :: Mika Butterfly Top

I love this shirt.

The fabric is 55% hemp, 45% cotton; the inks are water-based (thus PVC and Phthalate-free) and ... and ... and the designer donates 5% to the Wildlife Conservation Network.






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