Feature Articles: The Green Scene

Asheville, NC (May, 2011) – For kids’ meals on the go, there’s a new environmental solution— Sprout Ware™ petroleum-free, reusable/disposable feeding products from green sprouts®. Sprout Ware™ cutlery, sippy cups, bowls and snack containers are made from environmentally friendly vegetable starch and are dishwasher safe for up to 10 or more washings; hand washing will retain the color of the products even further.

Children’s Eating Tools Made From Bio-based Plastic

Cradles, cribs, bassinets…and a basket floating down the Nile? Well, not quite, but the Little Merry Fellows Baby Moses Basket has everything except baby Moses! This gorgeous basket is a must-buy for those who want to pamper their newborn with the softest, snuggliest spot in the house. Little Merry Fellows strives to cater to not just the needs of the market, but to the individuals within. With comfortable organic blankets, stuffed toys and baskets, Little Merry Fellows helps build a world where babies and children can be both cozy and inspired to eat, drink, think, learn and be… merry!

U.S. consumers are purchasing green products in record numbers, no matter what their age, gender, economic condition or region, according to a 2010 survey conducted by Harris Interactive on behalf of the Tork® brand of SCA Tissue. Results indicated that approximately 67% of American adults have consciously chosen to maintain the same level of green product purchases, while 25% have increased the number of green buying purchases made. In addition, 62% of adults are more likely to visit businesses that focus on green products, no matter how far away they are or how much effort is required.

Spring is bursting forth, bringing with it excited children eagerly anticipating one of its most glorious outdoor activities — the Easter egg hunt! From the White House lawn to the tiniest backyard, the Easter Bunny will soon be distributing his colorful eggs filled with goodies. Only one cloud is darkening this bright day… what exactly is in those eggs? The unfortunate truth about those pastel ovals is that a great many of them are plastic, which is not eco-appropriate. Happily, an environmentally friendly alternative is now hopping down the bunny trail to stores everywhere: Eco Eggs!