I grew up rinsing out and crushing milk jugs and then saving them for recycling day without ever really considering what those milk jugs would become. Now I know…

Green Toys is a company that uses recycled milk jugs to make toys. Every pound of recycled milk jugs saves on average enough electricity to power a television for 3 whole weeks. Huge, right? Reusing these milk containers also reduces greenhouse gas emissions (learn more here). And that’s just bonuses to the cute and affordable toys Green Toys makes. I was sent the Stacker toy to review. It’s made in the USA and it’s made from 100% recycled plastic milk containers. And we’ve loved playing with it! The pieces nest easily and can stack in any order. The stacker has shown no wear and tear even though we play with it a lot and Holly likes to throw the pieces. It’s a good-looking toy whether it’s on the shelf, or scattered across the floor. The stacker came packaged in only recycled and recyclable materials printed with soy inks. When it arrived, I carefully looked it over for any inconsistencies in the dye or imperfections, but found none! It holds no trace of being made from recyclables.

I’m a big fan on this toy and this company. They carry an excellent selection of toys at completely reasonable prices. From spoons, forks and plates, to dump trucks! Reward yourself and your children for all the recycling you’ve done lately (and teach them what can be made from all your milk jugs) and purchase some Green Toys for the holidays! – Katie

Aren’t these pretty? Etsy has so much to offer! These lovely “recycled” bobbypin sets are created using repurposed vintage fabric, these sweet poppies range in size from about 1” to 1 1/2”. Each layer of vibrant peacock green petals is handcut and handsinged, and stitched together with a little black bead.

You will receive two wonderfully unique poppy bobbypins. 1 set costs $12.00 and can be picked up from Foundling on etsy!