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Summer 2016 Cool Summer Looks Water Saving Tips Family Globetrotters Safe Sunscreens
WHAT’S NEW
Summertime Get ready for fun in the sun with our newest products that will guarantee smiles no matter if you are on a vacation or staycation!
DINNERWARE OUTDOOR PLAY
Spielstabil Summer means outdoor fun time, and that translates to fun at the beach or pool. Most traditional sand toys are made from harmful (not to mention not eco-friendly!) PVC and other chemicals, but our Spielstabil toys are free from PVC, BPA and Phthalates making them safe for even the smallest beach-goer. Spielstabil is also the winner of an eco award for their BIOLINE bio plastics.
MAE
Following on the heels of the ever-popular fabric details, Love Mae does it again with their newest range of eco-friendly bamboo dinnerware. The recent collection includes summery fruit + veggie dinnerware sets, as well as woodland-influenced sets for the little adventurer. Although we cannot guarantee that your children will eat their peas and carrots, serving them on Love Mae bamboo dinnerware just might do the trick!
BEDDING & BLANKETS
LAB
From start to finish, the designs from LAB are 100% made in France. Capturing the essence of the French countryside with the chicness of the streets of Paris, LAB’s items are loved worldwide. Liberty prints and a relaxed color palette adorn these beautiful blankets, quilts and cushions that turn any house into a maison.
OUT & ABOUT
RUCKSACKS Ideal for a day at the beach or pool, rucksacks carry just the right amount of treasures for the day. Best of all, when you’re finished, they fold up tiny and can be put in another bag (think: mama’s big purse!) when they are called into action again. We have a huge variety of rucksacks to suit all children’s taste. DESIGN-LED TOYS
Fanny & Alexander Toys that are reminiscent of days gone by, when childhood was simple and play was encouraged by exploring the world around them. Handmade in Argentina with unparalleled craftsmanship, it gives each piece a one-of-a-kind look and feel that cannot be duplicated. Cherished by parents and loved by children, these heirloom toys will be coveted for generations.
ECO AWARD WINNER
TOTO KNITS Warmer days usually translate to cooler nights, and the animals will be on parade when these Toto Knits sweaters come out! Beautifully handmade in Kenya by a women’s cooperative, each sweater comes with a tag signed by the artisan who knit the Elephant, Tiger, Dinosaur or Zebra Play Sweater. We just love that a product can be so loved by children for its playful nature, but also as ethical for the environment and producers.
Enjoy the beauty of nature with sustainable products ideal for any location this summer
SKY SEA & SAND
COQ EN PATE
Sky
SARAH SILKS
Sea
JALL & TOFTA
Sand PLAN TOYS
TIPS
Water Saving Tips Summer is synonymous with water in all its shapes and forms (pools/beach/slurpies), so we thought it was a perfect time to talk to a water expert to see how we can keep our water use in-check. Follow globetrotting water expert Josh Newton’s (www.joshnewton.xyz) tips below and your grandkids will thank you for not using up all their water: IN THE BATHROOM.
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Brushing your teeth? Don’t leave the water running. Use a glass to rinse instead of letting the water run.
water bottle (or two) with stones and place in the toilet tank. Ensure there is still enough water for one single proper flush.
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Try to limit your shower to the If possible, use a dual minimum amount flush toilet, so as not of time possible (4-5 to use more water than minutes or less is ideal) necessary. and avoid baths.
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Only flush toilets when necessary; therefore do not use as a trash can or ashtray. To reduce the amount of water in your toilet flush, fill a plastic
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If running a bath, plug the drain before you turn on the water and adjust the temperature of the water as it fills instead of waiting for the right temperature.
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Plug the sink drain and fill when shaving to rinse your razor instead of running the water. When washing hands, turn off the water to lather. Check for and fix any leaky or dripping taps or pipes. Insulate water pipes.
Install water saving shower heads and low-flow faucets.
IN THE KITCHEN
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When running water to either to make cold or hot, save the water in a bowl or vessel. You can later this use water to wash vegetables, for cleaning or watering plants. When washing said vegetables, use a vessel instead of running water.
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If you wash dishes by hand, use a standing basin of water to rinse instead of running water over each item.
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And if you wash dishes by machine, always use the “Economy/Eco” cycle. This saves on your electricity bill as well. Also, use only when you have a full load. Dishwashers typically use less water than washing dishes by hand.
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Soak pots and pans rather than letting water run over them prior to washing.
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Use only one glass for drinking water each day per person, so as to avoid washing multiple glasses.
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Defrost food in the refrigerator, in the sink or in the microwave rather than using running water. Keep bottles or pitcher of water in the refrigerator. This prevents from having to run the faucet for cold water. WASHING CLOTHES
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Use a water-efficient washing machine, if possible.
Adjust the water level to the amount of clothes washed, so as not to use water in excess. Wait to wash until you have a full load.
Use the “Economy /Eco” cycle when possible.
Wash darWk clothes in cold water, which saves on water, energy and helps the clothes retain their color.
TIPS
Ready for adventure Think that having kids means your wanderlusting days are over? Not if Vanessa Boz (www.bozaround.com) has anything to do with it! She and her globetrotting family of 5 make travel look easy, and we were lucky enough to catch up with her to get the travel low-down:
BEST WAY TO BOOK YOUR TRIP (TRANSPORT/ HOTELS/ ETC)
1/ I pay a visit to Daunt Books in Marylebone, my favorite book shop in London. They have the most inspiring travel books collection. 2/ I create bookmarks for each destination and add whatever I find online over time. Then, I print the interesting articles before I go..
RESEARCH YOU DO TO GET PREPARED (AND EXCITED!) FOR A TRIP
PACKING TIPS
I usually check the routes or the hotels on expedia.com, and on mrandmrssmith.com, and then I book directly! I prefer it that way because if there’s a need to make a modification or a cancellation, it’s easier.
Two things:
In my family, we fold! Note: I was amazed when I heard that some people
actually roll stuff in their suitcases. It had never occurred to me. I like preparing everything the weekend before, even if it’s a whole week before, so I can add and subtract here and there until we go. So I make little piles all over the house, and I fold everything in the suitcases the night before. MOTION SICKNESS TIPS
Luckily, no-one in the family has ever had
MY BEST SELECTION:
R A few issues of Anorak and ploc magazines
R This pretty
R A pair of
diamond notebook to jot down memories, poems and drawings
binoculars, always handy!
R Some washable eco-friendly markers to fill that travel journal
motion-sickness so I can’t comment much:) WHAT’S IN YOUR CARRY-ON TRAVEL BAG
Green tea bags and a small thermos for me, saline water for the five noses in the family (we always complain of dry nostrils on long flights), Paracetamol in tablets for the children so I don’t get caught with a fever on a long flight. A ziplock filled with cheerios. WHAT’S IN YOUR KIDS’ TRAVEL BAG
Books and old magazines that they subscribe to and might not have read fully (Junior Week, Anorak Magazine, Astrapi..). A favorite snack, usually a peanut butter sandwich with sliced bananas. A set of UNO cards. They each
I like preparing everything the weekend before, even if it’s a whole week before, so I can add and subtract here and there until we go. have a travel journal and a pencil case to fill it with memories. And they also each have a pair of headsets with volume control. FAVORITE FAMILYFRIENDLY VACATION
So many! But the children will say that it’s in our house in Provence, near Saint Remy, that they have the best time of all. FAVORITE PLACE YOU’VE EVER BEEN (ALONE OR W/KIDS)
There are two places that we have particularly
for my sunglasses
YOUR NEXT DREAM DESTINATION
I dream of….Sri Lanka, Nicaragua, New Zealand, Namibia.. FAVORITE TRAVEL WEBSITES (FOR INSPIRATION OR LOGISTICS)
www.kidandcoe.com www.cntraveller.com the travel section of the NY Times
R This smart bib
R Oh and if I still
for Lior, I take it everywhere with me
had a very little one…this sunset blanket!
R This little R A pretty pouch
loved as a family: traveling around Japan, and spending time in Bahia in Brazil.
matching swim outfit for my red hair little boy!
TIPS
Sunscreen Top Picks
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ne of the best parts of the summer is the sun – and one of the worst parts of summer is preventing damage from the sun. That’s why we took it upon us to do
the legwork for you to find the best ways to stay safe in the sun this summer. We’re happy to carry one of the Top 20 Sunscreens for Kids according to the Environmental Working Group. They are the experts in safe sunscreen use, and
we are ecstatic that we offer such a great way to protect your family in the sun without any allergens or cancer-causing ingredients. (for more info, visit: www.ewg.org) Fun in the sun facts
SPF (sun protection factor) measures how long a sunscreen will protect you from sun damage. For example,if you can stay in full-strength sun for 10 minutes before burning, then applying an
SPF 30 sunscreen would give you 300 minutes of protection. Most people need 30 minutes of sun exposure per day to keep up Vitamin D levels. Breastfed infants, people with darker skin need more Vitamin D (sun exposure). Clothing can offer protection too – the average white t-shirt has an SPF of about 7. The darker and tighter clothing is, the more SPF protection it offers
UVB rays: UVB rays are responsible for sunburn, and are the most damaging to the epidermis (skin’s outer layers) where sun damage can accumulate, causing the most common types of skin cancer.
damage that may trigger skin cancer if the cells mutate. 2 different kinds of sunscreen Mineral: Titanium Dioxide /
Zinc Oxide: these are the safest sunscreen ingredients available Chemical: oxybenzone (allergen and possible UVA rays hormonal disruptor, easily UVA are rays penetrate penetrates skin and can deeper, damaging the elastic accumulate over time. tissue and collagen. These Throws off endocrine are also the rays which system) , avobenzone, produce a tan, which is octisalate, octocrylene, actually a sign of DNA homosalate and octinoxate.
LOOKS
Shorts
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Skirts RETRO BEACH SKIRT by Tiny Cottons. 25€
CAMEL SHORTELIN SHORTS by Le Petit Germain. 30€
EMERALD SPOT SHORTS by Anive for the Minors. 35€
PLEATED SKIRT by Bobo Choses. 59€
BLUEBIRDS BLOOMER SKIRT by Sapling. 25€
DARK MONOGRAM SHORTS by Tiny Cottons. 35€
STRIPED HIGH WAISTED SHORTS by Bobo Choses. 49€
DACQUIRI KNIT SKIRT by FUB. 54€
Tank Tops
PAPER PLANES TANK TOP by Sapling. 20€
PALETTE TANK TOP by Bobo Choses. 25€
RED STRIPED KNIT TANK by FUB. 33€
BLUSH POTS TANK TOP by Tiny Cottons. 26€
TARTAN TANK TOP by Tiny Cottons. 25€
POIRE TANK TOP by Bobo Choses. 28€