Cherub's Blanket Blog

As a holistically eco and sustainable company, Cherub's Blanket considers the lifecycle of everything we do.  From composting in the lunchroom, to reusing packaging in our shipping area, to donating scraps of fabric, we are big on reusing, recycling and upscaling.  That's why when we came across TerraCycle, we took a minute to read about their program.   Read more...

Today, Maggie's Organics celebrated their 20th birthday.  I am so happy for them because they are such a great company.  Check out their mission:  Read more...

Once again, we turn to Rodale for useful and relevant information on how to live better.  The latest is an article on the sources of chemicals in our homes.  After reading the piece, and thinking about all the black list toxins I use and live with, it almost seems overwhelming.  Where do I start?  Well, one step at a time.  I know I'll be taking down my vinyl shower curtain today.  Read more...

Green America, in conjunction with various social justice and environmental groups, has nominated nine large corporations and organizations for the dubious distinction—Bank of America, U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Chevron, Hershey, KFC/Yum! Brands, Monsanto, Southern Company, Verizon, and Walmart. Read more...

Luck o' the Irish bringing a new baby in March? What could be better than a wee little shamrock embroidered blanket.  Read more...

One of the latest celebrity publication sightings for us, Vogue UK. Read more...

The Dragon is magnificent, flamboyant, and full of vitality and strength. In China the Dragon is the imperial symbol, the sign of the emperor, the symbol of power and wealth.  Person born in this year wears the crown of destiny, and is capable of great achievements if he/she knows how to harness his/her tremendous energy, intelligence and talent.  Read more...

For people who have skin allergies and sensitivities, mothers who want a gentle detergent for their babies, or for those who want to reduce the number of  chemicals around them, it is great to have fragrance-free, fewer- ingredient products available.  Most of us trust a product's labeling, and believe it when we see a message like "reduced sugar", "gluten-free" or "made with organic ingredients".  But, thank goodness for watchdog groups like Women's Voices for the Earth.  Their latest report reveals that Tide Free and Gentle contains a cancer-causing chemical, 1,4 Dioxane.  Really, Proctor and Gamble?   Read more...

Macaroni Kid- great online newsletter of activities to entertain, stimulate and exhaust your kids.  Read more...

These shoes aren't made for walking, but they are creative.  Designer Kristen Dill uses botanical materials like leaves and stems to piece these together.   Read more...