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It's often asked what kind of planet are we leavin

It's often asked what kind of planet are we leaving to the next generation but what about what kind of kids are being left to care for our planet? While we need to be tackling climate change right now, our actions are also setting up how the next generation will care for and protect our planet in the future. I wish I remembered where I first saw this quote - but ever since I did, it's really stuck with me. I don't have kids yet but I think about this a lot in the work I do with All Wrapped Up and as I think about family planning.

Kids are always watching. Watching their parents of course but also teachers, other family members, friends. Leading by example when it comes to reusing things, advocating for a healthy planet, consumer habits & exploring nature are all so important. Writer Edith Cobb argues that the window of time from early childhood to 14 years old is so important in fostering a lifelong appreciation for the natural world.

This is why I promote teaching kids about the natural world, protecting the environment and how to reuse everyday items that would otherwise get recycled or trashed and turn them into a craft or a game. Talking about the WHY behind these concepts at an age appropriate way is also important. My new nature kits will be coming soon and will take these concepts even further. I'm so excited to share them with you soon!

Have you ever thought about this? Let me know in the comments below.

#quotestolivebyforever #teachthemyoung #ecokids #lowimpactliving #lowwasteliving #setanexample #leadbyexample #explorenature #hamiltonmoms #burlingtonmoms #oakvillemoms #noplanetb #protecttheplanet

REMINDER! 👋 Are you planning to plant some veg

REMINDER! 👋

Are you planning to plant some veggies this year? Starting some native plants from seed? This is a reminder to start saving those recyclables. You don't need any special pots or seed starting trays you just need recyclables!

I'll be using mainly takeout containers, toilet paper rolls & egg cartons but will also be saving other plastic containers.

I made some mistakes last year when seeding my veggies - I left some of them in their tiny pots for too long and ended up with some leggy plants due to not having enough light. I'll be remedying that this year and will share what I learned.

What do you plan to grow this year?

#gardenplanning #growyourownfoods #growagarden #springiscoming🌸 #lowwasteliving #lowimpactliving #minigreenhouse #seedstarting #vegetablegardening #hamiltonontario

Just because I don’t have the theme you want for

Just because I don’t have the theme you want for your party decor on my website doesn’t mean I don’t have rentals that will work for you.

First off it’s hard to keep my website up to date and second so much of the decor can be used for multiple themes. For example this is a photo from a client who wanted a teddy bear picnic theme for their virtual party.

I didn’t have that created but we used the concession stand from my carnival theme, changed up the banner a little bit and added a picnic basket with blanket. She added the teddy bears and ta-da a teddy bear picnic. And none of what’s in this photo went in the trash can at the end of the day.

So let’s chat! I’ll send you photos of what I’ve got and ideas of how I can update it to fit what you are looking for!

📷 by @shanekcunn

#virtualbirthdayparty #kidspartyideas #kidspartydecor #kidsbirthdayideas #teddybearpicnic #hamiltonmoms #burlingtonmoms #oakvillemoms #virtualparty #partybackdrop

I used to hate winter. I hated being cold, having

I used to hate winter. I hated being cold, having to get around in it and the didn’t enjoy any winter sports.

But now, while I still love the other 3 seasons more, I can enjoy winter. And I think it comes down to 2 things. My perspective and getting the right outdoor clothes (most importantly snow pants) to stay warm and dry in the snow. We aren’t leaving Ontario and Ontario gets winter so might as well welcome the cold and what it brings.

I now so appreciate how the trees look when it snows and the views of an icy waterfall or stream. The winter is gorgeous and seeing your favourite natural places turn into a winter wonderland is magical.

How do you feel about winter? You may not love it right now if it closed schools for you today but have you always loved the snow, have a new appreciation for it or are not a fan? Let me know below.

#winterwonderland❄️ #snowday❄️ #canadianwinter #ontariowinter #exploreontario #getoutsideandplay #playinthesnow #funinthesnow #hamiltonontario #christielake #wintertrails

This is why I do what I do. To help busy parents w

This is why I do what I do. To help busy parents who are already juggling too much and can’t add another ball that they have to keep in the air.

This was a review from a virtual party for last weekend. The only think you have to do is send out the custom made invites by email. I take care of everything else.

I still have some availability at the end of February but March is getting pretty busy. If you have a little one having a birthday, no matter the age, get in touch. We have different entertainer partners and virtual games that suite different age groups and would love to help give them a special birthday!

#virtualbirthdayparty #virtualkidsparty #kidspartyideas #kidsbirthdayparty #celebratemilestones #virtualparty #hamiltonmoms #burlingtonmoms #oakvillemoms

One more Recycled craft in time for Valentine’s

One more Recycled craft in time for Valentine’s Day! You can hang this heart as a wreath on your door or place it sitting inside shelf.

It’s made from a takeout sushi platter container. I took old magazines and found red and white sections and tore them into small pieces. I glued them on the takeout container. Then I used wine bottle corks to create a 3D heart and painted the tops of each cork pink.

Use what you’ve got! Maybe your takeout container is a different size. Maybe instead of corks you can use bottle caps. The possibilities are endless!

#recyleandplay #recycleandcreate #recycledcrafts #craftsforkids #ecokids #upcycledcrafts #kidscrafts101 #valentinesdaycrafts #valentinesday2021 #hamiltonmoms #burlingtonmoms

Explore a new trail! We are supposed to get a li

Explore a new trail!

We are supposed to get a little more snow before the long weekend so we are hoping to take our snowshoes over to Christie Lake for a hike on the weekend.

Why not explore a new park or trail? This was a week or two ago at the trails by the Arboretum by @rbgcanada. I can’t believe we had never been here before! Lots of trails down to the water with beautiful lookouts.

We’ve also done the Dundas Valley main trail, Eramosa Karst trail and the Chedoke Radial trail in winter - all of which have been beautiful. They can get a little icy so be sure to where good winter boots.

Do you have plans to visit someplace new this weekend?

#moveyourbodyeveryday #getoutsideandplay #explorehamilton #exploreontario #royalbotanicgardens #sunlightphotography #trailwalking #improveyourmood #gooutsideandexplore

Well I jumped on the bandwagon and made one of the

Well I jumped on the bandwagon and made one of the frozen sun catchers! I love seeing these when out on walks, the way the sun looks shimmering on the ice.

I used a cleaned out pie plate but you could use a margarine container, the bottom of a yogurt container, an icecream container etc.

Add in whatever colours you want. Go on a nature walk and grab some evergreen branches and leaves or add in leftover cranberries that didn’t get eaten at Christmas.

Get your twine thoroughly wet first so it doesn’t just sit on the top. Place it at the edge to create a hanger and let it freeze outdoors.

Pop it out and hang. Enjoy! Have you made one of these? Where did you hang it?

#suncatcher #icesculpture #ecokids #naturecrafts #craftsforkids #winterfun❄️ #wintercrafts #getoutsideandplay

This week I’m going to be over on @ecohamilton d

This week I’m going to be over on @ecohamilton doing a weekly takeover. If you’ve been following me over here for a while you know that I share ways to reuse recyclables in different ways - particularly for crafts. So in my takeover I’m talking about recyclables. The good, the bad and the ugly as well as alternative uses for some of that recycling and garbage to keep it out of the landfill.

@ecohamilton is a collective of small business owners and community members in Hamilton that create content, initiatives and one day events to create a greener Hamilton. It’s filled with some amazing people and each week a different member takes over the Instagram to share tips on a topic that relates to sustainability.

Give them a follow! I promise you’ll learn loads!

#ecohamilton #reducereuserecycle #hamiltonontario #hamiltonreduces #lowimpactliving #hamont #ecofriendlyliving #lessplasticwaste #lessplastic #refillnotlandfill #reducereuserecycle♻️ #recyledcrafts

It’s Friday night which means it’s a good day

It’s Friday night which means it’s a good day for a movie night!!

I want to get a list together of movies that discuss the environment, protecting it, and climate change that are great for kids. Check out my list below and comment with more or let me know your kid’s favourite!

The movie in the photo is Penguins on Disney+ and it’s narrated by Ed Helms. It’s an adorable nature documentary with fantastic cinematography but also has fun music and narration to make it fun for kids. Kind of like a kid version of March of the Penguins. Here are some others on my list - some are documentaries and some are movies.

- Arctic Tale
- Ice Age: the meltdown
- Adventure Planet
- A Beautiful planet
- Wall-E
- Over the Hedge
- Oceans
- Happy Feet
- The Lorax
- Fern-Gully
- Life

Do you know any others? Tell me in the comments below!

#fridaymovie #movienightathome #kidsmovies #naturedocumentary #hamiltonontario #movienightwiththekids #kidsmovienight #hamiltonmoms #burlingtonmoms

❄️ The cold never bothered me anyways! ❄️

❄️ The cold never bothered me anyways! ❄️ If you have a little one who loves Frozen you’ll definitely want to rent some of this decor for a virtual backdrop, photo shoot or cake smash.

Use the banner for a high chair or table. Hang the snowflake strands on the wall behind them (2nd photo) and hang the paper lanterns down from the ceiling. We also have a blue ONE for that special milestone (3rd photo)

None of our decor has to be rented as a set and you can pick and choose individual items. DM me to chat best photo shoot or virtual options.

#kidspartydecor #kidsbirthday #cakesmashphotography #virtualparty #frozentheme #partybackdrop #milestonebirthday #firstbirthdayparty #firstbirthdaydecor #hamiltonontario #hamiltonmoms

January was the first month I tried my new movemen

January was the first month I tried my new movement goal which was 30 minutes of movement every single day. Prior to that, I just had a workout goal. Like workout 4 days a week. The reason I changed was because I figured that in the days I didn’t feel like moving or doing anything were the days I needed it most - but doing a true workout just wasn’t going to happen.

So what did I learn from doing 30 minutes every day for 32 days? That on the days I felt sluggish, tired and unmotivated were the days that the 30 minute walk totally changed my mood. I was worried the movement challenge would make me do my actual workouts less often. But most of the time it didn’t.

But the real game changer was definitely how much it got me outside. I love the outdoors but don’t love being cold. Work and being at home all the time can become a habit that you get stuck in. So knowing that I had to get that 30 minutes forced me to pause and plan a time that it was going to happen.

I’d love to hear if moving your body helps with your mood and how you make it a priority in your life.

#moveyourbodyeveryday #getupandmove #explorenature #getoutsideandexplore #getoutsideandplay #moveeveryday #hamiltonontario #hamiltonwaterfalls #changeyourmood

Valentine’s Day is almost here! So make some ado

Valentine’s Day is almost here! So make some adorable recycled Valentine’s Day cards for family and friends. These are made using cutouts from old magazines. Download the template for the different sized hearts and instructions at the link in my bio to make your own!

Send them by snail mail for a little treat in the mail or deliver them to neighbourhood friends while out on a walk. Bring a little smile to someone’s day so they know you are thinking about them. 😍

Which is your favourite?

#recycleandplay #recyclemeplay #kidscrafts101 #kidscraftideas #valentinesday2021 #valentinesdaycard #diyvalentines #craftsforkids #recycledart #recycledcrafts #hamiltonontario #hamiltonmoms #burlingtonmoms #oakvillemoms

Today is National Puzzle Day! Puzzles have made a

Today is National Puzzle Day! Puzzles have made a big comeback over the year for adults. Andrew and I just completed one from Cinque Terre and are starting one of hot air balloons tonight. Try trading around puzzles with those in your neighbourhood instead of buying new. I got both off the Buy Nothing group on Facebook.

For kids, you can also make your own puzzle. I used some photos we had printed but aren’t good enough quality to hang and glued them to a cereal box. Cut out pieces and you’ve got your own puzzle. You can also make this with kids artwork. Get them to draw a picture with lots of colours and glue it to the cardboard and cut it out.

Have you done any puzzling this year? If so, what picture was the puzzle of? Let me know in the comments below.

#puzzletime #puzzlesofinstagram #recycledcrafts #craftsforkids #puzzlesforkids #nationalpuzzleday #puzzlelover #jigsawpuzzles #diypuzzle #makeyourownfun

Do you know what this is? Swipe left to see it in

Do you know what this is? Swipe left to see it in action.

This recycled craft is made from a yogurt container and becomes a version of that ball on string game you might have had as a kid. Punch a small hole in the bottom of the torture container. Mine was really hard so I actually drilled it. Then I thread string into it from the bottom and tied a few knots to secure it.

To the other end of the string you need something weighted. I used a bead I had from crafting. But you could use a nut from some hardware or maybe even a plastic bottle cap with a hole poked into it.

This forms the base of the toy. I decorated mine with strips of coloured paper that I had already cut from another craft.

This game should provide your kids with enough entertainment to at least have a few sips of hot coffee. Save this post for the next time you have an empty yogurt container!

#recycledcrafts #upcycledcrafts #craftsforkids #kidscraftideas #ecokids #hamiltonmoms #burlingtonmoms #oakvillemoms #recycledmaterials #reducereuserecycle♻️ #diykids #diytoys

I remember making this decor rental set thinking,

I remember making this decor rental set thinking, "this will be something funny that can be used for a couple of months" Do you remember when we thought a couple of months!?

Don't skip the celebrations - instead have a little cheeky fun with some quarantine birthday decor. Use it for a cake smash, birthday photos or virtual party decor. The rental set is $30 including everything you see here or $20 without the “ONE”

While celebrating this way might not be ideal - the photos will definitely be something the kids will look back on and ask what it was like to live through 2020 & 2021. And I'm sure you'll have loads of stories to share.

#makingmemories2021 #virtualparty #virtualbirthdayparty #cakesmashsession #kidsbirthdayideas #kidspartydecor #kidsbirthdaycake #kidsbirthday #hamiltonmoms #burlingtonmoms #oakvillemoms

This week’s recycled craft is for all those kids

This week’s recycled craft is for all those kids who want to be “adults” and carry a purse or wallet with them. This change purse is made out of a milk carton. I used the tall skinny one but the 2 litre works too.

Save this post to make later and swipe through to see photos. Instructions are below.

1) open the top of the milk carton and cut off the bottom
2) measure 3” and 5” from the bottom and cut around that, leaving the full front and a band between 3 and 5 inches around the back.
3) Create the accordion fold of the change purse making 3 folds in each side of the band (photos 4 & 5)
4) fold up the bottom of the milk carton and tuck it into the accordion folds to make the pouch
5) remove the plastic spout and trace the circle in 2 places. One where the top already folds in on itself, and one on the lower half that you just folded up to make the change purse.
6) cut those circles out. Put the plastic spout in the bottom hole. Your change purse will now close when you loop the top holes over the spout and attach the lid.
7) decorate! I used tissue paper squares and white glue mixed with water to decorate. Add a coat of glue on top and let it dry

Ya-da!! Fill it up with change!

Who’s kid loves carrying around a wallet like you do? Or playing grocery store or restaurant? This is a great recycled craft for them!

#craftsforkids #recycledcrafts #ecokids #kidscrafts101 #recycledmilkcartons #recycledmaterials #diycraft #hamiltonmoms #burlingtonmoms #oakvillemoms #craftideasforkids #reducereuserecycle♻️

Happy birthday to my adventure buddy @beakaleak!!

Happy birthday to my adventure buddy @beakaleak!! This photo is from Eramosa Karst conservation area in Hamilton where they had some really cool rock formations and caves - a fantastic place to explore and play in nature. @hamiltonconservation

Today is @beakaleak birthday and I cannot believe the year it’s been. We were talking last night and since March we’ve been together almost 100% of the time. The last time we had a group of friends over to our house was for his birthday last year. 🤯

You folks don’t get to know Andrew very well but in terms of this business he’s often my photographer, tech support, website developer, wood worker, heavy lifter and number one cheerleader! Thank you @beakaleak and I hope you have a very happy birthday surrounded by, you guessed it - just me! 😂 🥳

#happybirthdaytoyou🎂 #eramosakarst #hamiltontrails #hamiltonconservation #getoutsideandplay #naturehikes #ecokids #kidatheart #moveyourbodyeveryday

Let’s talk about recyclables. Keeping a bin of r

Let’s talk about recyclables. Keeping a bin of recyclables to use in various crafts and projects is a great idea if you have a the space. My must keeps are egg cartons, toilet paper rolls, cereal boxes and milk or juice cartons. (If you have an almost empty milk carton keep it and stay tuned for this week’s recycled craft)

When you get out materials for a craft with your kids, do you talk about recycling and repurposing the items into something new? It’s a great jumping off point to discuss reusing items rather than always using something new. Kids follow by example, so understanding your why when it comes to reusing and recycling will help develop these habits in their everyday lives too.

What recyclable do you always keep to use later for a craft project or something else? Let me know in the comments below!

#recyclable #recycledcrafts #toiletpaperroll #ecokids #reduceyourwaste #lowwasteliving #hamiltonontario #hamiltonmoms #burlingtonmoms #oakvillemoms

Sun! ☀️ It honestly amazes me the difference i

Sun! ☀️ It honestly amazes me the difference in mood getting outside in the sunshine can make. We definitely haven’t had enough days of sunshine in the last couple of weeks but today it’s out!

So no matter what you are doing or feel like doing today, give yourself the gift of 30 minutes outside in the sun. Your body and mood will thank you!

Do you feel a difference when you’ve been out in the sun? Even when it’s chilly out?

#getoutsideandplay #moveyourbodyeveryday #sunshinetherapy #vitamindtherapy #exploreoutdoors #sunshinemood #explorenature #sunshineonmyface

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