Friday, November 30, 2018

Cuddle Kind: Dolls and Prints

Cuddle Kind: Dolls and Prints Having a goal of supplying 1 million meals each year, Cuddle Kind donates 10 meals to kids needing each hand-knit doll marketed. Made with soft, premium cotton, every doll is handmade by women artisans in Peru, providing them with a sustainable, fair trade income. Looking for nursery or kids' room decor? You can also buy prints comprising each doll's favourite inspirational quote, and each print sold provides five meals.



Krochet Kids: Hats and Accessories Founded by three longtime friends from Washington State, Krochet Kids enables women in Northern Uganda and Peru by teaching a simple ability: crochet. By supplying work, education and mentorship, the company attempts to interrupt the cycle of poverty. Look to them for hot, vibrant headwear and accessories for the entire family.  



Sydney Paige: Backpacks and Accessories Buy a back pack from Sydney Paige, and they will donate a backpack stuffed with school supplies to a kid in need. The company also sells lunch bags, pencil cases, books and other accessories and donates a matching item for every one sold. Their stylish, high-quality products are made from 100% cotton wool, recycled 600D polyester and/or natural leather.



Roma Boots: Rain Boots Giving poverty the boot: That is the assignment of Roma Boots, who devotes a pair of rain boots to a kid in need -- particularly those living in wet or cold climates -- for each pair sold. Plus, 10% of all sales proceeds goes to the Roma for All Foundation, which can help educate children in disadvantaged communities. Roma's boots for kids and grownups are made from natural rubber and feature a quick-dry cotton liner and a three-layer insole for comfort.



Yoobi: School Supplies Many children in the U.S. do not have access to basic school supplies unless instructors provide them --   and each teacher spends about $485 of his or her own money for classroom supplies every year. For each item you buy from Yoobi, they'll donate an item to your classroom in need. The organization's colorful products include pencils, pens, notebooks, staplers, scissors and a whole lot more.



Hand in Hand: Soaps, Scrubs and More Every year, countless deaths brought on by poor water quality and hygiene can be prevented by handwashing and clean water. That is why Hand in Hand donates a bar of soap and supplies a month of fresh water for children needing each and every product purchased. The business also prides itself on utilizing natural ingredients developed and harvested in a sustainable, eco-friendly way.



The Company Store: Home Decor You can buy everything from bedding to furniture to dress from The Business Store -- and you can feel good your purchase is making a positive impact. Throughout the entire year, the company supports many different organizations that help families and children in need. In the past, they've donated thousands of comforters to displaced children throughout their Buy One, Give 1 program, and they have provided pajamas, blankets, sheets and more to the South Florida and New York chapters of Ronald McDonald House.



Smile Squared: Toothbrushes While hosting dental clinics at orphanages and community centres in Guatemala, Smile Squared's founders recognized that many of the children had preventable dental problems, and some did not even have access to a toothbrush. For each and every dishwasher offered, the business now donates a toothbrush (manufactured from sustainable, biodegradable bamboo) to a child in need. Smile Squared has donated toothbrushes to children in all 50 states, along with 24 other countries.  



MiiR: Water Bottles Every hydration product MiiR sells -- from bottles to tumblers to pint cups --  enables one individual through clean water for an entire calendar year. Produced of medical-grade stainless steel, their bottles are BPA free, feature a perfect-seal lid to stop escapes and come in lots of fun colors --  perfect for the kiddos.



MiiR: Bikes On a visit to Liberia in 2011, MiiR's founder detected a shortage of practical and inexpensive transportation in the country. In response, the company produced a bicycle line to help give bikes to people in need, and has since provided bicycle access to over 3,000 people around the globe.   MiiR sells several bicycle styles for adults, plus one for developing tykes that comes with a flexible stem and seatpost.



Bombas: High-Performance Socks Socks would be the number one most-requested item in homeless shelters, and that's why Bombas donates a pair for each pair purchased. The business makes premium performance and comfort socks for men, women and children, but the socks that they give offer something extra special. They're specifically designed for men and women who don't have the luxury of a fresh pair of socks every day, featuring an anti inflammatory treatment to protect against the development of uterus and reinforced seams for increased durability and a longer lifespan.



31 Bits: Jewelry On a visit to Uganda, among 31 Bits' founders discovered that the women in the nation were making incredible jewelry from old newspaper, but they lacked a means to sell it. That inspired her to team up with four buddies to sell the handmade jewelry straight back home, and consequently provide the women with an income. 31 Bits also cares for its own artisans holistically through counselling, medical education, fund training and business mentorships. Shop their colorful Bitsies collection for the small ones, or their wide choice of statement necklaces and stylish bracelets on your own.



Bitsy's Brainfood: Healthy Snacks Making healthy pleasure: That's the motto of Bitsy's Brainfood, whose yummy crackers, biscuits and other snacks are packed with organic fruits and veggies and are a superb source of many vitamins. Through the Give a Bitsy Back program, the organization donates cases of its own goods to communities lacking access to healthful snacks.   Additionally, a part of the proceeds from Bitsy's brand new Smart Crackers (available at Target as part of the Created into Matter collection) goes toward organizations that keep kids happy and active.



TOMS: Shoes and More Perhaps the best known "One for One" company, TOMS got its start by donating a pair of sneakers into a kid in need for every pair sold. Ever since that time, the company has expanded to clothing, bags and sunglasses. Each eyewear purchase provides an eye test and treatment for a person in need, while each bag sold provides a safe birth in a clean atmosphere for a mother and baby.



Baby Teresa: Organic Cotton Baby Clothes For each 100% fair trade organic cotton romper Baby Teresa sells, another is given to a infant in need. Or purchase a blanket, bib or hat, and part of the profits will go toward buying formula for orphanages. Founded by two moms from Australia, the company also donates 25 percent of its profits to charities which empower women during pregnancy, birth and parenthood.



Condition Bags: Backpacks and Totes STATE Bags' founders -- a husband-and-wife duo who also created the Nation Roads Foundation to encourage children in New York City --  noticed that countless children in town were carrying their possessions around in trash bags. They formed STATE to cover the issue by devoting a backpack full of schools supplies for every bag sold.   The biggest impact happens at the company's Bag Drop events: motivational rallies where children leave with both a new backpack and a revived belief in themselves.



Better World Books: New and Used Books Over 1 million books end up in landfills every year, while countless millions of individuals who want books don't have them. By collecting discarded used books and selling them online, Better World Books has transformed more than 30 million books into more than $8 million in funding for education and literacy programs globally.



BOGO Bowl: Premium Pet Food Don't forget about your furry family members. Buy a bag of dog or cat food from BOGO Bowl, and they'll give a bag to an animal shelter, rescue group or puppy pantry. The company's high-quality food comprises protein as the primary ingredient, without any byproducts or artificial flavors.



Thursday, November 1, 2018

Measure Outside

Measure Outside The inviting backyard has space for dining, entertaining and relaxing outside, using an upgraded 1960s modern color palette that features lime green, black, white and tones of cool blues.



Much-Needed Shade This opinion in the pool appears toward the rear of the house and great room interior highlights the backyard covered patio with seating area that provides relief in the desert sun.



Eye-Catching Shade A lime green sofa covered with a durable exterior fabric sits above a black and white reversible outdoor rug, providing a comfortable spot to sit and enjoy serene desert views, see with guests, or even see the patio's outdoor-rated TV onto a telescoping bracket.



Tons of Table Space White coffee tables using a wire cage design and an range of easy-to-move side tables provide flexibility and tabletop space when entertaining in the backyard.



Added Comfort and Style a set of outdoor cushions with stripes and a whimsical bird theme add color, comfort and feel to this attractive covered patio constructed for relaxing and entertaining.



Smart Attributes In-ceiling speakers that are a part of the home's audio/visual system and 3-blade ceiling fans who operate by remote control add to the enjoyment of the covered patio.



Perfect Flow Looking out of the covered terrace to the home's master bedroom, there's a solid connection with the backyard and the fantastic indoor/outdoor flow.



Statement Seating A contemporary hanging basket seat done in black wicker offers an eye-catching focus, with an outdoor pillow and cushions added for comfort.



View TV Outside Under the covered terrace's sleek outdoor-rated TV that provides the sharpest, brightest picture in almost any lighting and climate state sits a industrial chic grey console table that provides a spot for resting beverages and a planter that adds a touch of nature. Decoration is provided by fun sculptural wall artwork.



Heat Relief An effective mister system helps cool off the covered patio. The mister system helps increase the time which can be spent in the home's backyard on hot nights and days.



Great Flow The backyard provides space for both lounging and dining outside, with an easy transition between the covered terrace, yard area and pool deck.



Stylish and Lounge-Worthy The backyard lounge area includes two black chaise longue seats below a white and black striped market umbrella with teak rod that provides relief in the hot desert sun. Lumbar cushions covered in outside fabric add comfort, with a side table in between to get a potted plant or to break drinks. The backyard also includes a touch-free and automated detector pump that dispenses sunscreen using a sophisticated silicone valve that prevents messy drips.



For the Love of Art Big flat-paneled wall art that picks up the colours used from the covered terrace sits above galvanized charcoal planters with fast expanding Firesticks and easy to develop Moroccan Mound.



Dining Al Fresco The backyard outdoor dining table provides seating for six, with a lime green top that coordinates with the covered patio's couch nearby.



Entertaining Made Easy The handsome dining table may be used to sponsor a sit-down alfresco dinner, or as a drink and snack channel for afternoons by the pool.



Midcentury Modern Vibes The fashionable midcentury modern black chairs with wood legs surrounding the dining table provide comfortable chairs for relaxing outdoor meals.



Grill and Chill The backyard dining room on the covered patio is conveniently located just steps from the home's top notch smart grill.



Cook the Perfect Burger The backyard's Wi-Fi connected smart grill provides 'real-time' alarms with state-of-the-art monitoring and management, with an app that offers advice on cooking the perfect grilled meal, and includes a source of delicious and nutritious beans are a terrific addition to any garden meal.



Mix and Mingle The positioning of this infrared smart grill allows the cook to easily see with guests in the dining table, close proximity to the local pool and also a view of the surrounding desert.



Step This Way Stone pavers from the easy-care artificial lawn lead to up the steps to the backyard's inviting pool deck. The well-designed landscaping includes Mound Lily, Dwarf Myrtle, Trailing Lantana and Valentine Emu.



User-Friendly Layout This view looking from the pool towards the house's covered patio showcases a good flow of the home's backyard.



Pool Party The spa includes a fountain quality that shoots spouts of water across the width of the pool. The pool also includes a security system using a remote alarm which sounds indoors if a child or animal accidentally falls into the water, even with fresh sensing technology that supplies less of a chance of false alarms due to wind, rain or tiny objects. Bougainvillea and Golden Shrub Daisy implanted around the pool include color and help create privacy.



Celebrate the Locale The backyard's paved patio with iron fencing involves a choice of planters with Firesticks, Moroccan Mound and Yucca, to offer decoration and feel for this outdoor space that perfectly fits the location of their property.



Evening Swim The spa beckons even during the night hours, that are usually warm and perfect for a fast dip or a few laps.



Cool Canyon Style Serene desert viewpoints with indigenous cactus like this may be appreciated from the HGTV Smart Home 2017 backyard. The landscaping to the backyard pool area and front planters were used to create a transition zone against the hardscape and house.



Easy Illumination Part of the house's smart lighting system, the well-positioned lights at the covered terrace and backyard that light the region could be controlled from an app on the house's tablet.