Summary: “Do you have any tips for making kids arts and crafts more sustainable? I have a craft shelf that the kids love. I keep it stocked and love to encourage their creativity, but it feels so wasteful!”<br> <br> Pom pons, glitter glue, and googly eyes, oh my.<br> While we all want to provide our children with opportunities to express their creativity, I believe there’s a fine line between offering artistic inspiration and being wasteful. (While we’re at it, there’s also a fine line between tidy art spaces and out-of-control crafting.)<br> On this short and sweet episode, I’m answering a listener’s question about how sustainable minimalists handle arts & crafts.<br> Here’s a preview:<br> [2:45] Why I suggest you stop buying art supplies for your kiddos (and what you should stock for their creative endeavors, instead)<br> [5:45] Where to find eco-friendlier art supplies on the market<br> [7:00] The ins and outs of a 21st century scrap bin<br> [10:15] Thoughts on instilling a culture of slow creation (with a focus on functional art) in your home<br> <br> Resources mentioned:<br> <br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/3DgPQlt" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kraft paper tape</a><br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/3Dh7lCa" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Scissors made from recycled plastic</a> (note: not for kids)<br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/3lbMBWz" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Beeswax crayons without petroleum</a><br> * <a href="https://amzn.to/3FlLlIv" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Acid-free construction paper with recycled content</a><br> * <a href="https://shopuniversalsoul.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Biodegradable glitter</a><br> * <a href="https://www.crazycrayons.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Crazycrayons.com</a> for petroleum-based crayon recycling<br> <br> <br> * Leave a voicemail with your question and I’ll answer it on-air! Here’s how: State your name then leave the show a message at (508) 960-9046. (This new feature only works with audience participation, so don’t be shy!)<br> * Prefer to send an email? Reach out at MamaMinimalistBoston@gmail.com.<br> <br> * Join our (free!) community <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/134165317219800/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.<br> * Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SustainableMinimalists/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook,</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mommyminimalist/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> + <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/mommyminimalist/pins/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pinterest</a>.<br> <br> <br> <br>
