tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-43151834154223881822024-03-12T19:31:53.257-07:00peek a green blogAlexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.comBlogger19125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-71300249593262948952011-05-27T14:27:00.000-07:002011-05-27T14:31:51.456-07:00Do you know what's in your products?My journey to a greener home: eliminating all chemicals such as toxic fire retardants from your home is not an easy task. I've a sleeping bag I got a few years ago for my daughter from Pottery Barn for Kids. At the time, I was not as knowledgeable as I am now about all the chemicals going into our products. But now, I want to know what's in it and what to do with it! I called Pottery Barn and ask if the polyester filling was treated with any fire retardants. Customer service did not know, after insisting they said "it is made in China and we don't have any info"! After really insisting someone is going to call me back. Will keep you posted. <br /><br />Let me know the challenges you are facing in greening your home.Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-25378347246782664892011-04-22T19:12:00.001-07:002011-04-22T19:19:16.546-07:00EARTH DAY SPECIAL<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMr-6CaLECtZHlX7Mblaq7X-Nwf4h5PVxPdzrUV77rkTR50nt9lFA1xSqq1IeLu9dIT_QOOrWhuhGhRe6vrdqCMCMHX2H1Hm2KKZlVyOgUhLhBusIa5U54e3PTktEQ3tNkWOvjHCKECAQ/s1600/EarthDay2011Final.png" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="http://www.peekagreen.com"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 177px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMr-6CaLECtZHlX7Mblaq7X-Nwf4h5PVxPdzrUV77rkTR50nt9lFA1xSqq1IeLu9dIT_QOOrWhuhGhRe6vrdqCMCMHX2H1Hm2KKZlVyOgUhLhBusIa5U54e3PTktEQ3tNkWOvjHCKECAQ/s400/EarthDay2011Final.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5598596248697549122" /></a>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-45737997254404657272011-04-18T18:47:00.000-07:002011-04-22T19:12:07.442-07:00Happy Green Easter<center><font color="#ff9933"><span><span class="Apple-style-span"><b><span>HOW TO DYE & DECORATE<br />YOUR EASTER EGGS NATURALLY</span><br />+<br />GET 20% OFF<br />OUR ECO ART & CRAFT COLLECTION*</b></span></span></font><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/ 24dXePRLkHM/TbIwOHYNI8I/AAAAAAAABSc/8WSN2qOQ5Ys/s1600/EasterPromo2011_section.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a> <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/ecoartcraft.html"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKclq5drSkdYllI9pCYxNU9GhysHl1lY60-CKRzlD5Rb702z2dzDllt8B__gNqkJDdUlbm3f0RkNpAOdTdtc9yDO1o6VKjC6vI2RSVwDrNjnSk3V6Ipl7IaUdeathuTOb6PFddT7LpP-Y/s400/EasterPromo2011_section.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5598590305831822274" /></a><br /><br /><b><span class="Apple-style-span">ENTER COUPON </span><span class="Apple-style-span"><font color="#ff9933"><b>EASTER20</b></font></span><br /><span class="Apple-style-span">DURING CHECKOUT<br />VALID UNTIL</span> <span class="Apple-style-span"><font color="ff9933"><b>April 24, 2011</b></font></span></b><br /><br /><b><a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/ecoartcraft.html"><span class="Apple-style-span">START SHOPPING NOW </span></a></b><br /><br /><span class="Apple-style-span">*This special offer includes all in-stock items in our eco art & craft collection. This promotion can not be combined with any other current promotions. Don't forget, we offer FREE SHIPPING on some local orders and on all orders of $100 or more shipped anywhere in the Continental US. And we PLANT 1 TREE for each item purchased! </span></center>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-24592562680007874322010-08-19T21:09:00.000-07:002010-08-28T21:16:15.904-07:00Back to School with Peek a Green<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOrlJ_9w4TesqObspzWzg_-rXyKoKPts-r-LwHjb3DBqQszkZQdapbgdoltQaiM2jAsPMr_bBmwHipHaE0RJVrN3Pl2zPOMwrbbqquXCXHLHmHXtWU9LToLTWVNc4UUmXpKp2TMDU45Hg/s1600/BacktoSchool3.jpg"></a><a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/backtoschool1.html"> <img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOrlJ_9w4TesqObspzWzg_-rXyKoKPts-r-LwHjb3DBqQszkZQdapbgdoltQaiM2jAsPMr_bBmwHipHaE0RJVrN3Pl2zPOMwrbbqquXCXHLHmHXtWU9LToLTWVNc4UUmXpKp2TMDU45Hg/s400/BacktoSchool3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5510679281624939970" /></a>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-50069939503477313802010-04-28T01:18:00.000-07:002010-04-28T13:00:30.477-07:00Healthy Nursery and Child's BedroomEPA (Environmental Protection Agency) lists Indoor Air Quality as one of their top health concerns. <br /><br />The EPA's Total Exposure Assessment Methodology (TEAM) study found levels of about a dozen common organic pollutants to be 2 to 5 times higher inside homes than outside. Considering that we are spending as much as 90% of our lives indoors, this is a key issue, and even more for the children.<br /><br /><b>Creating a healthy nursery/child's bedroom</b> <br><br />Here are some great advices for a clean healthy nursery/child's bedroom: <a href="http://www.sustainlane.com/reviews/how-to-detox-your-childs-bedroom/NA7ZU1BFJW2U9SW7Z8M4YWZHYAMD">How to detox your child's bedroom? </a><br /><br /><b>Indoor plants to clean the air</b> <br><br />Did you know that, according to some NASA studies, specific indoor plants can remove VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds) such as formaldehyde, tolune, xylene, ammonia, alcohols. and hence clean the air. Great for the whole house including the nursery/child's bedroom!<br />For more info: <a href="http://www.o2foryou.org/">www.o2foryou.org</a>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-31046397242214236942010-04-15T00:56:00.000-07:002010-04-28T01:06:49.021-07:00Earth Day Special 1 item purchased = 10 trees planted<a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 181px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ60MVO1TvWQQ-z6NKKjdQfHGL3V4_BAH-nIgXb2qLFSQ_M-l2xh9b5hgbOekRZ1spqSK1ueCiKVHvL9OJv4G5o0VbI8u0x-_osxibKczYMi2mAyu7KWwJWwPIWFBmLAHmuEMWYMPeDIA/s400/PAGImage2.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465095508303948898" /></a>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-88486302397030114752010-02-01T22:08:00.000-08:002010-03-06T12:41:24.804-08:00Peek a Green in the News<div>Interview of Alexandra, founder of Peek a Green, by the Examiner: </div><div><a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-608-Early-Childhood-Parenting-Examiner~y2010m1d14-Do-It-All-Mamas--Papas-Meet-the-mom-behind-Peek-A-Green">Do it all Mamas & Papas: meet the mom behind Peek a Green</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Article by Red Tricycle: <a href="http://www.redtri.com/peek-a-green-makes-buying-green-baby-gifts-a-snap/">Peek a Green makes buying green baby gifts a snap</a></div><div><br /></div><div>Nice article from <a href="http://www.gearheadmom.com/post/comments/ghm_gift_list_eco-friendly_modeling_dough/">Gearhead Mom about our eco modeling dough</a>: 100% plant-based coloring, no chemicals, no artificial dyes and no heavy metals.</div><div><br /></div><div>Article by the Examiner: <a href="http://www.examiner.com/x-20144-Portland-Baby--Toddler-Gear-Examiner~y2009m12d11-Give-green-and-safe-baby-and-toddler-holiday-gifts-from-Peek-a-Green#">Give Green and Safe Baby and Toddler Holiday Gifts from Peek a Green</a></div><div><br /></div>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-7138451538710520782009-12-01T01:55:00.000-08:002010-04-28T01:57:33.247-07:00Green Holiday Gift Guide by Peek a Green<a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/greenholidays.html"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 163px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjm1KZFuYZtWjPOqKlDnjcou124EBzbaU1gJ35IPTk8yEfPvfgOGJjxEYAdDjKg0mIYz50LBV1fQL34_xrks7HADrdnEnU0AtJQw_2q5EbYmFY6Ik0ngo8kdh7ys5elRk0vPd8DidrEd_U/s400/PAGhomepageHolidays.png" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5465107500560800514" /></a>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-35113915098091098612009-08-25T15:23:00.001-07:002009-08-25T15:36:27.899-07:00Back to School essentials<div>Who said kids can not have it all? Safe, eco-friendly and cute essentials when going back to daycare/school ...</div><div><br /></div><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWxofnmUSsQjI4xuUz7m4rM889o_Pxy4PvFWwzVNH1PQg86xGq0kCE3Dg8CkpKQmQoFOUIdTZG8ywz-vGTJUPGanjaGElPwy2YlymL4EMrGFSZYF0RG0cmXBgwYBlpbeDNRiGlpQqST3w/s1600-h/BacktoSchool2.jpg"></a><a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/backtoschool1.html"> <img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 256px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWxofnmUSsQjI4xuUz7m4rM889o_Pxy4PvFWwzVNH1PQg86xGq0kCE3Dg8CkpKQmQoFOUIdTZG8ywz-vGTJUPGanjaGElPwy2YlymL4EMrGFSZYF0RG0cmXBgwYBlpbeDNRiGlpQqST3w/s320/BacktoSchool2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5374030816217851330" /></a><br /><div>WHAT IS A WASTE-FREE LUNCH?</div><div><br /></div><div>Waste-free lunch for kids going back to daycare or school:</div><div>-reusable <b>lunch bag</b> or <b>backpack</b></div><div>-reusable <b>utensils</b> and <b>bowls.</b> Bamboo is a very eco-friendly option.</div><div>-reusable<b> placemat</b>.</div><div>-reusable waterproof<b> bib</b> or <b>cloth napkin</b>.</div><div>-reusable <b>bottle</b>. For babies, choose safe plastic (BPA-free and phthalate-free) bottle. For older kids, choose stainless steel water bottle.</div><div>-reusable <b>containers </b>and <b>snack bags</b>. Stainless steel or glass containers are a safe alternative to plastic. Choose cloth snack or sandwich bag instead of plastic bag.</div><div>-reusable <b>labels </b>for naming all your kids items.</div><div><br /></div><div>For more information, click <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/backtoschool1.html">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-25957900416787922992009-07-19T13:05:00.000-07:002009-07-21T00:29:21.349-07:00Peek a Green Gift Registry!<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-weight: bold; ">Welcome to Peek a Green Gift Registry. </span></div><b><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/giftregistry.html"> Sign up</a> and receive an eco-adorable gift! </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></b><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/giftregistry.html"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuYRgzUtuXKNYytvTZDhcpKyeii9rE5FF40VWG2PLhsLQBi0pTmqT_JHEMso1u5ssGBPhfIDEo_9eM1cWg9jJ_JBFz5-piLVETVVYYSSlkwvcQ7binxTivw7BT6iXocF-X1t57nbl1Skw/s200/cuskiboo.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 160px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5360810971049562626" /></a></div><a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/giftregistry.html"></a> When the amount purchased on your registry reaches at least $250, you will receive a FREE <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/baco0mo.html">bamboo comforter</a>.<div><br /></div><div>Visit us at: <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/giftregistry.html">http://www.peekagreen.com/giftregistry.html</a></div>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-14496949100705060832009-07-10T13:29:00.000-07:002009-07-13T02:05:37.233-07:00Peek a Green Reviews<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1S6XzZ27-U1LWs9c2X4FBD_ekksFouO15UzVwa6uqJt622euVLTB2LSCWEgiWnhSkSCck-nQz9m3b2Y2U6w_PxX5LNicChyEppC8EA-2VFhB0PGLrToZzm5FD0tUC4SzcmrHU3tOMlJk/s1600-h/HappyMaisGirl2.jpg"> </a><a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/ecoartcrcso.html"> <img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 160px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1S6XzZ27-U1LWs9c2X4FBD_ekksFouO15UzVwa6uqJt622euVLTB2LSCWEgiWnhSkSCck-nQz9m3b2Y2U6w_PxX5LNicChyEppC8EA-2VFhB0PGLrToZzm5FD0tUC4SzcmrHU3tOMlJk/s200/HappyMaisGirl2.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357866807357554546" /></a><br /><div>Our <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/ecoartcrcso.html">HappyMais building blocks</a> have been reviewed by <b>Eco Child's Play </b>and<b> Tree Hugging Family</b>:</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFq9X4e9uFTCrc89wjmtOVTnJ4HE2Ksgg_j1kvy7gBh2_tBaBEN4qZ84if9tjkNr8hc6aT9MVuqroBTj_6ko5DsjiGaKSvWgVo206omORIiogcyuoCxahi2unFQMWiafP-KbGDd2NDeOg/s200/logo+EcoChildsPlay" style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 28px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357861843973040306" /></div><div><a href="http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/06/29/happymais-eco-kids-crafts-from-peekagreencom/">http://ecochildsplay.com/2009/06/29/happymais-eco-kids-crafts-from-peekagreencom/</a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.treehuggingfamily.com/green-product-video-review-happymais-building-blocks/">http://www.treehuggingfamily.com/green-product-video-review-happymais-building-blocks/</a></div><div><br /></div><div> <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/bamboobaby.html"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwBpQVPoSHRTWOC52bvziLZHSECdJjYBukgo327lhGFdGlwJRZh8N8n2S8ABYpig8hijymBSUvwlOK7Y_HKasKpD2GRwIzKL5-26P62rYYqQr5gVIbFIpyU5okA_wFuBVsyRVu7XwMxSU/s200/BambooOnesieBlueBrown.jpg" style="text-align: right;float: left; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: 10px; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: 0px; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 160px; " border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357861189397577346" /></a></div><div><br /></div>Our <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/bamboobaby.html">bamboo onesies</a> have been reviewed by <b>Breezy Mama</b>:<div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://breezymama.com/2009/06/30/o-%E2%80%93-yeah-adorable-organic-baby-and-toddler-clothing-finds/">http://breezym</a><a href="http://breezymama.com/2009/06/30/o-%E2%80%93-yeah-adorable-organic-baby-and-toddler-clothing-finds/">ama.com/2009/06/30/o-–-yeah-adorable-</a></div><div><a href="http://breezymama.com/2009/06/30/o-%E2%80%93-yeah-adorable-organic-baby-and-toddler-clothing-finds/">organic-baby-and-toddler-clothing-finds/</a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjX7twBKW0lqafB8Chs7I5Q5km-xFkpti88IzXlLaHWLji_P6dGqbk0D-57dx8wZocF7qnXzrUy52IsmSO7wyC-b4Vwt5PlUR83orFcSYCxvuZ8frIW_CYQrxdkcS7nBK8U1PPUe8VG_UQ/s200/logo+UpscaleBabyBlog" style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 29px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357859693424278450" /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Our <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/bawacl.html">Bamboo wash cloths</a> and<a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/plan-toys-picnic-playmat.html"> picnic play mat</a> have been reviewed by <b>Upscale Baby Blog</b>:</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://upscalebaby.com/blog/gifts/bamboo-wash-cloths/">http://upscalebaby.com/blog/gifts/bamboo-wash-cloths/</a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://upscalebaby.com/blog/toys/plan-toys-picnic-play-mat/">http://upscalebaby.com/blog/toys/plan-toys-picnic-play-mat/</a></div></div>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-67869378899772857072009-06-24T20:53:00.000-07:002009-07-13T01:27:49.737-07:00Happy Green Summer!Our <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/greensummer.html">Green Summer collection</a> is ready! Check out safe, green and stylish essentials for this summer: <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/beachpool.html">beach + pool</a>, <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/picnic.html">picnic</a>, <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/greentravel.html">on the go</a>, <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/greenwear.html">summer wear</a>, <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/gardening.html">gardening</a>, <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/greenplay.html">green toys</a>, <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/ecoartcraft.html">eco art & craft</a> and <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/birthday.html">green birthdays</a>!<div><br /><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7ta09A3WW58fCCxmkOhSwd_GmA66HN1Jt-uaI4bzWaZWwFSxt4jI8RfMrrzBJIYeBrBRd_qrWNj-DS8YwuJuqAOqiW72ljQ3ipuTf2XTZ2Rk9VVnOtzvBBJzni3Qan1osFpGpJzG75gg/s200/EcoSummerFinal.jpg" style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 160px;" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5357855292616998914" /></div>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-66715740525525100242009-05-19T10:51:00.000-07:002009-05-19T11:05:42.635-07:00Peek a Green on Twitter and FacebookFollow us on Twitter:<br /><br /><a href="http://twitter.com/peekagreen"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 155px; height: 36px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjixaCqALm1hYh4ywXNkDTZmqMfLh8GNfN3NJ4pLq3rXv-qTOCSoTuqMxnU6l_elFatGWhgMJaf0ufS-3dbJt8YhIEY9wms8rIwMqAu243SmKvlHchmrWjf0_SNH6-fUUQsWCuuN0EhmL0/s200/twitter_logo_header.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5337594796257913010" border="0" /></onblur="try></a><br /><br /><br /><br />Become a fan on Facebook:<br /><br /><!-- Facebook Badge START --><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Peek-a-Green/76484984666" target="_TOP" title="Peek a Green's Facebook Page"><img alt="Peek a Green's Facebook Page" style="border: 0px none ;" src="http://badge.facebook.com/badge/76484984666.1263.381292074.png" /></a><!-- Facebook Badge END -->Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-57769625130365981262009-02-05T21:10:00.000-08:002009-02-06T01:50:16.951-08:00Peek a Green becomes Approved Vendor on SAFbaby<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7Oc5gqgTWcklExuGbw3ahUrmIopVwBOB7l6u8JbA0ibFfE4Md9EHAWaYUCCjDPnDBdQMkilWgeZtCUqEvfBuPy9ghSxrsDpbQccfePwq7vyvg9BkGrU8XMmJxUdblL-EuRPWIgD2IMW8/s1600-h/parentnetworklogo.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 68px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7Oc5gqgTWcklExuGbw3ahUrmIopVwBOB7l6u8JbA0ibFfE4Md9EHAWaYUCCjDPnDBdQMkilWgeZtCUqEvfBuPy9ghSxrsDpbQccfePwq7vyvg9BkGrU8XMmJxUdblL-EuRPWIgD2IMW8/s320/parentnetworklogo.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5299617859678867090" border="0" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoD2v7X6vDJ0BkWcQv7Stjz7KUCxQgjn9HqytQopbToDnUNtrryaOn4hyphenhyphenHhrNsWq8woxUH2yWLLXDljerTimpHdw_ERNJCWWhaePhSLa681xM1dNtfkNhMuNZgM4WFiT4c1l1ypS3t3Fw/s1600-h/linkto_safbaby1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 125px; height: 125px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoD2v7X6vDJ0BkWcQv7Stjz7KUCxQgjn9HqytQopbToDnUNtrryaOn4hyphenhyphenHhrNsWq8woxUH2yWLLXDljerTimpHdw_ERNJCWWhaePhSLa681xM1dNtfkNhMuNZgM4WFiT4c1l1ypS3t3Fw/s320/linkto_safbaby1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5299617724100606034" border="0" /></a><br /></div>Peek a Green has been selected by SAFbaby as one of their approved vendors. SAFbaby is the fastest growing #1 resource on toxic-free toys and products for children.<br />Check it out: <a href="http://www.safbaby.com/approved-vendors">www.safbaby.com/approved-vendors</a>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-26585590164159603422008-12-20T15:17:00.000-08:002009-07-13T01:55:17.155-07:00Peek a Green featured on Cool Mom Picks<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEj4Xw4fQqMmebmZkWEcKDEgi3Ekkw3Hc9PfNLRa7R-iS3gQdveatGyS8DKfXIY1SkJJxS0qNWNfRQIaW1VTCbD_Ak7au7GzGiuJLLhCkSKLBcL_vi6MlgNh1y-DUYQiMnkS6tf3M4uCk/s1600-h/cool_mom_pics_logo.png"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 94px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEj4Xw4fQqMmebmZkWEcKDEgi3Ekkw3Hc9PfNLRa7R-iS3gQdveatGyS8DKfXIY1SkJJxS0qNWNfRQIaW1VTCbD_Ak7au7GzGiuJLLhCkSKLBcL_vi6MlgNh1y-DUYQiMnkS6tf3M4uCk/s200/cool_mom_pics_logo.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5282892666659875570" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Peek a Green's Bamboo Bath Wrap has been featured on the famous blog <a href="http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/12/say_goodbye_to_terry_cloth.php">Cool Mom Picks</a>.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAqgfan9PdfA8ag27WhEGxsktE0xXIP6SCc6iaukuDzXeOmBkv78Ac3FJexJCRilxskDTAibbqUm6H5_5C4jzNGnE-4vZug8XQ2eb8w7neEx60IKo7XKG4qw0cg85cOSOWQhYZpMyLkcY/s1600-h/peekagreenset.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAqgfan9PdfA8ag27WhEGxsktE0xXIP6SCc6iaukuDzXeOmBkv78Ac3FJexJCRilxskDTAibbqUm6H5_5C4jzNGnE-4vZug8XQ2eb8w7neEx60IKo7XKG4qw0cg85cOSOWQhYZpMyLkcY/s200/peekagreenset.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5282896419103719986" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br />Check out the review at:</div><div><br /><a href="http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/12/say_goodbye_to_terry_cloth.php">http://www.coolmompicks.com/2008/12/say_goodbye_to_terry_cloth.php</a></div>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-77499052844365593002008-10-15T19:02:00.000-07:002008-12-01T20:45:22.516-08:00About Organic CottonPeek a green is launching a newborn essentials collection. We have handpicked the best products made from safe and eco-friendly materials such as organic cotton. <br /><br /><br /><b> <font color="#99cc33" size=2> Why Organic Cotton is Better than Conventional Cotton? </font> </b> <br><br />-<b>No chemicals</b>: Organic cotton is grown without pesticides and fertilizers, unlike conventional cotton, which uses 25% of the world's insecticides and 10% of the world's pesticides. <i> For instance, it takes roughly a third of a pound of pesticides and fertilizers to grow enough cotton for just one T-shirt.</i> <br><br />-<b>Better for human health</b>: Organic farming prevents farmers and the local population from being exposed to hazardous chemicals. <i>The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) considers 7 of the top 15 pesticides used on cotton in the year 2000, in the United States, as "possible", "likely", "probable", or "known" human carcinogens. </i> <br><br />-<b>Better for the environment</b>: Organic farming prevents soil erosion, protects air and water quality for plants and animals, and preserves species biodiversity through crop rotation. <br><br />-<b>Safer product especially for a baby's sensitive skin</b>: Clothing or toys made from organically grown cotton are free of much of the harmful chemical content present in conventionally grown cotton. Bleaches, formaldehyde, and other chemical finishes are also used in non-organic textile manufacturing. Even after washing a cotton shirt many times, chemical traces remain.<br><br /><br /><b>See our newborn essentials collection at <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/">peek a green</a></b>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-30671080205346977812008-09-30T14:31:00.000-07:002008-11-15T22:51:29.681-08:00Organic Certification for BambooThe bamboo from China has now been certified organic by OCIA International (Organic Crop Improvement Association) and USDA/NOP (US National Organic Program) for the growing of the bamboo. See below for certificates.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpuQxevzb4_Ap3bSuSYKlUZlzsl1dwD6Imeylu_9aloDKoRdwTfRNJniocMfoCm4-NZDZeE2MpFbFH1mcuM50XKrDEhtvEW33qfWrOsB1fQ0pfxMayX6srXWSHg_BP2HBlJPvCXcfeP8A/s1600-h/USDAlogo.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpuQxevzb4_Ap3bSuSYKlUZlzsl1dwD6Imeylu_9aloDKoRdwTfRNJniocMfoCm4-NZDZeE2MpFbFH1mcuM50XKrDEhtvEW33qfWrOsB1fQ0pfxMayX6srXWSHg_BP2HBlJPvCXcfeP8A/s200/USDAlogo.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5266004914373529138" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5q4II-OBpSGi3oRR9oO5ldnxEfC3W99QaglG-WTRbGUIUJMq1oUBg-s1m-90q6M2YWFYoH8XxEvJTNQr-ape456ZsQUCCnxKNwIEmQ0-hT44PWeiKq-s_O4QYWeKuRBIRfV_MKjhr0DA/s1600-h/OCIA.gif"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 186px; height: 179px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5q4II-OBpSGi3oRR9oO5ldnxEfC3W99QaglG-WTRbGUIUJMq1oUBg-s1m-90q6M2YWFYoH8XxEvJTNQr-ape456ZsQUCCnxKNwIEmQ0-hT44PWeiKq-s_O4QYWeKuRBIRfV_MKjhr0DA/s200/OCIA.gif" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5266004530761453154" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPev-lGalf4hpsk6FxWzPP7du-maNmVXS_vDjFz-HlZ9w5ka7oZ0QR7dPYwqRE585T38M_qZEukJZogP-9lleMOpVLpdPA21axD-QpjQMBwIfwWfykTEynUvgIl6n1jzafWQEkQ7SxhWk/s1600-h/Organic-certif-crops.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 254px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPev-lGalf4hpsk6FxWzPP7du-maNmVXS_vDjFz-HlZ9w5ka7oZ0QR7dPYwqRE585T38M_qZEukJZogP-9lleMOpVLpdPA21axD-QpjQMBwIfwWfykTEynUvgIl6n1jzafWQEkQ7SxhWk/s320/Organic-certif-crops.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5265676484321825858" border="0" /></a><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvZ8a8zByqSiuMd-RYnD4FKmY636LggsHTOv6zF45TqTL-G1OYE017Dwe663hfKoE_ovJp1I5Ob4UZRTELF05ykmYUoe2UOigODgKYMsa13k3zl5vVtq0zOUfH6y_CnwQxDsR0euEyQ6E/s1600-h/Organic-certif-Farm.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 244px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvZ8a8zByqSiuMd-RYnD4FKmY636LggsHTOv6zF45TqTL-G1OYE017Dwe663hfKoE_ovJp1I5Ob4UZRTELF05ykmYUoe2UOigODgKYMsa13k3zl5vVtq0zOUfH6y_CnwQxDsR0euEyQ6E/s320/Organic-certif-Farm.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5265676285704909202" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><b>See our bamboo collection at <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/">peek a green</a></b>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-36583387420504257482008-09-10T22:57:00.000-07:002009-02-11T14:36:05.044-08:00About BambooTo celebrate peek a green's opening, we are launching an <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/baco.html">exclusive bamboo collection</a>. Bamboo is called the eco-fiber of the 21st century. It is naturally organic and it is the most renewable resource on our planet.<br /><br /><b> <font color="#99cc33" size=2> Why Bamboo is Perfect for a Baby's Sensitive Skin and the Environment? </font> </b> <br><br />-<b>Naturally organic</b>: Bamboo is grown without pesticides and fertilizers. <br><br />-<b>Sustainable</b>: Bamboo is arguably the most renewable resource on our planet. It has an extensive rooting system and needs little water, growing 4–6 new shoots per year. It is, in fact, considered to be the fastest growing plant in the world. <br><br />-<b>Eco-friendly</b>: Bamboo absorbs nearly 5 times the amount of greenhouse gases and produces 35% more oxygen than the same amount of trees. It is critical in the fight to end global warming. Bamboo is rain-fed only and helps to reduce soil erosion. It is a grass, so it regenerates without the need for replanting. <br><br />-<b>100% biodegradable</b>: Bamboo fiber comes from nature and it returns entirely to nature in the end. <br><br />-<b>Absorbent</b>: Bamboo is highly absorbent and wicks water away from the body 3 to 4 times faster than cotton. In warm, humid weather, bamboo clothing helps keep baby drier, cooler, and more comfortable. Another advantage is that bamboo fabric doesn’t stick to the skin. Bamboo fiber and fabric require less dye than 100% cotton fabric because bamboo has a better absorbency than conventional cotton. <br><br />-<b>Breathable and thermo-regulating.</b> <br><br />-<b>Antibacterial</b>: Bamboo is naturally anti-bacterial and anti-fungal presumably because of a bacteriostasis agent unique to bamboo plants called, "bamboo kun," which also helps bamboo resist harboring odors. <br><br /><b>UV resistant</b>: Bamboo fiber does have natural UV protection. According to the Suncare Research Laboratories, the UPF label rate is 15. The 100% bamboo fabric scored 18.3 on the UPF scale with 94.15% UVA block and 93.17% UVB block. <br><br />-<b>Hypoallergenic</b>: Bamboo's organic and natural properties make it non-irritating to a baby's sensitive skin. <br><br />-<b>Luxuriously soft</b>: It is often compared to silk or cashmere, but easier to clean (washer and dryer safe). The fibers won't peel, making it safer for babies.<br /><br /><b>See our bamboo collection at <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/">peek a green</a></b>Alexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4315183415422388182.post-40236957683714935002008-09-06T19:17:00.000-07:002008-09-22T11:17:20.387-07:00peek a green is launched!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr_nypF8qM1M0pkDEjbRPxzohWp4YKuyONwIZWtwfW2PoNqQ8TariM8tWN1mwwiHwkRvilbKQkxEFsi2UzHP44LNDyvGiRmuQBDxgwCoQIY8M2MgiZdS6TIH140-egZ6G-ykOe67lg5wE/s1600-h/peekagreen_logo_web.png"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr_nypF8qM1M0pkDEjbRPxzohWp4YKuyONwIZWtwfW2PoNqQ8TariM8tWN1mwwiHwkRvilbKQkxEFsi2UzHP44LNDyvGiRmuQBDxgwCoQIY8M2MgiZdS6TIH140-egZ6G-ykOe67lg5wE/s320/peekagreen_logo_web.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5243584946179752370" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><b> <span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 51);font-size:120;" >Welcome to peek a green <small><sup>tm</sup></small> blog! </span></b><span style="color: rgb(255, 153, 51);font-size:85%;" > </span><br /><br />Today is the official launch of <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/">peek a green</a> <small><sup>tm</sup></small>: green baby gifts handpicked for a better world <small><sup>tm</sup></small>.<br /><br />My daughter Sasha was my inspiration, the lack of safety for baby products was my motivation, and my entrepreneurial spirit was my determination to launch <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/">peek a green</a> <small><sup>tm</sup></small>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/">peek a green</a> <small><sup>tm</sup></small> has handpicked the most baby-friendly and eco-friendly products and created unique baby gift sets for all occasions: from eco-shower to eco-birthday gifts.<br /><br />For each item you purchase we will have a tree planted thanks to our partnership with Trees for the Future.<br /><br />To celebrate peek a green<small><sup>tm</sup></small> 's opening we are launching an exclusive bamboo collection. Bamboo is called the eco-fiber of the 21st century, it is naturally organic and it is the most renewable resource on our planet. Learn more about Bamboo<br /><br />We have found some hidden treasures so let's start playing peek a green<small><sup>tm</sup></small>!<br /><a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/">http://www.peekagreen.com</a><br /><br />If you wish to receive updates about <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/">peek a green</a><small><sup>tm</sup></small>, please contact us at info@peekagreen.com<br /><br />Thank you for your support. At <a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/">peek a green</a> <small><sup>tm</sup></small> you are not only buying safer products for your babies, your relatives' or friends' babies but also contributing to make a greener future for our children.<br /><br />Alexandra S Thusy-Privat<br />Founder + CEO + Mom<br /><a href="http://www.peekagreen.com/">peek a green</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><b> <span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 153);font-size:120;" >Our contact information </span></b><span style="color: rgb(255, 0, 153);font-size:85%;" > </span><br />By email: info@peekagreen.com<br />By phone: 510 338-8948 (between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. PST)<br />By fax: 510-336-6648<br />By skype: peekagreenAlexandrahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15600281589375420810noreply@blogger.com1