Exploring all the playful possibilities. There is a movement on the horizon: a slow, beautiful metamorphosis a’comin’. It’s filled with richness and space, and rhythm and CHILDREN! It’s filled with less. And more. Once upon a time I went to kindergarten. The ladies...
The following is a re-print of Rick Juliusson’s “A Simple Sixth Birthday” blogpost at Rick’s Turning Point. Thanks, Rick, for letting us repost these great ideas on a simple, and truly magical, little birthday party. Zekiah’s sixth...
The following is a re-print of Rick Juliusson’s “A Simple Sixth Birthday” blogpost at Rick’s Turning Point. Thanks, Rick, for letting us repost these great ideas on a simple, and truly magical, little birthday party. Zekiah’s sixth...
The following is a re-print of Rebecca Watkin’s guest Blog post at http://www.ourbigearth.com/2010/02/27/watercolor-painting-in-the-waldorf-style/#. Thanks, Rebecca, for letting us repost this incredibly clear and concise introduction into Waldorf watercolour...
As we know, Natural Pod, for the most part, has always been about home. About the Pod: the seed from which all healthy and balanced family interaction can germinate. Our products speak to our desire to match your desire to choose healthy, natural items for your...
Wow! What an exciting time for us here at Natural Pod. We have received some amazing press lately and we just could not wait to share it with you. Mothering Magazine’s “Best Natural Toys 2009” Just today, we had an early sneek peak at the Nov/Dec...
A BIG THANKS to Eco-Child’s Play for posting this from our very own Dalit Holzman today! We’ve all heard it. In fact we’ve all said it: “the best toy in the house is the cardboard box!” As parents we are constantly reminded that the active imaginations of...
And The Natural Pod winner is…………Louisa Gonser Community Library in Kutztown, Pennsylvania! Our commentator Kathleen wrote “I’d love to give this dollhouse to our local library, The Louisa Gonser community library. They’ve welcomed...
Recently we brought the story of Aurelia, the Mama behind Aurelia’s Creations. It went so well (thanks for all the comments) that we want to share with you the story of another of our Natural Pod artisans: Chris Bertin. Chris is the creative force behind our...
Our very own Tree Branch Blocks have just been named one of the Top 10 Eco-Toys in North America! Judged on their affordability, age appropriateness, level of creativity and socialization engaged, eco-friendliness and child-initiated interactivity, the Tree Branch...
What a joy to be a part of Natural Pod. I have been helping out behind the scenes here at Natural Pod for a while now. I have to say, you are a very inspiring network of people! It is wonderful to have this opportunity to say Hello, and introduce myself. I would like...
It’s the final stretch in our “what makes a house a home” contest. Tell us your thoughts and nominate your favorite preschool, family place, etc. to win The Natural Pod we’re giving away! My favorite quote of last week came from a Mom who said...
Favorite quote from week 2 of the fabulous Natural Pod giveaway contest: There have been many times in my life that I have had to recreate my sense of home, because of moving and because as a young woman I chose to stay in a domestic violence shelter to protect myself...
After much back and forth and reconsideration of our incredible FSC® C012337-certified, heirloom quality doll house, we have decided to CHANGE ITS NAME! That’s right: no longer is it stuck dragging a name that’ll never do justice to its true versatility....
As the seasons change and the morning air shifts to brisk, I feel compelled yet again to nest. I get butterflies in my tummy just thinking about Autumn: dragging out the board games, swapping swimmies for sweaters, apple pie…red wine. It’s true, I love it....
Just in: our awesome freetrade, Nepalese wool felt fruit and vegetable sets! These cute (and safe!) mainstays of child play go so well with our Natural Pod Chef’s Kitchen… Leave your comment here and order the fruits or veggies in the next week and...
In our continuing commitment to the health of families I wanted to share with you the latest post from our friend Yoyomama Annemarie regarding the current “SIGG kerfuffle of the last week”. It turns out Natural Pod’s very own Bridgitte Alomes had her...