Buy Plush Toys

For some people, going green is really important, and one of the best ways to do that is to teach their children the habit as well. That can be done partially through 'green' stuffed animals. A company is now making plush bears from something called Soysilk, which is a by-product of to-fu. The material is soft and gentle, it's good for the environment, and it's a recycled material, so there are many good things going for it. The company, BWTI, is new, but where they go and how well they do with their green stuffed animals will be interesting to watch. Giving a child comfort and saving the planet is a great combination for many eco-conscious parents.

Another way to get green toys is through the Aurora Plush Toy Company, which has come out with a line of plush toys made from soybeans. On the inside, the toys are stuffed with kapok, which is a sustainable crop found in the rainforests. The San Diego Zoo is selling these adorable products, as is the Monterey Bay Aquarium, and they will be available in many other places very soon. Because they are so eco-friendly, the higher price tag doesn't seem to be scaring off any buyers. It's worth the little extra money to get a good-quality toy that isn't harming the environment.

The Snuggle Herd is another group of eco-friendly animals that your baby or young child might not want to be without. They are made from ninety percent recycled materials and the company is committed to being green. The toys are cute and well-made, and since they are eco-friendly, parents who are conscious about that don't have to worry about buying things that are going to be bad for the environment that their children and grandchildren are growing up in. Thrifted clothing is used to make these toys, so each one has a personality, too, making them even cuter.

If you want something that smells as great as it looks, you can get stuffed animals that are filled with lavender blossoms. When you squeeze them they give off a gentle lavender fragrance. There are also bunny or lamb towel dolls, which are made by hand in Germany. If those aren't what you're looking for you can get blue rainforest monkeys that are made from hand-woven, naturally-dyed fabrics that are safe for both you and the environment. The possibilities for environmentally-safe and beautiful plush animals are almost endless.