Thoughts on tots

A child’s room is his or her castle. What is experienced through all the senses will most likely be seen, smelled and felt here. Choices for this room will differ according to culture, how many children are in the family, available space and budget. Today’s ecoconscious parents have even more to consider.

Look for stores that are eco-responsible. Find out what they know about how products are made and how they meet with today’s safety standards. Visit home shows and check websites.

Simply Green Baby is all about thoughtful, practical kids’ products. The Sparrow Crib by Oeuf has slim side rails and spindles for a light, airy feeling.

It is made with solid birch and Baltic birch plywood, with finishes that are nontoxic, water based and VOC-free. A changing station fits across the top of the crib.

Another innovative company, Three Pears, has created the Bobbin Triple Play Centre. It grows with your child from baby play centre to toddler activity table with chalk top, to table and chair set.

Tiptoe Rugs is the creation of textile designer Alyssa McMurter who wanted a simple, inviting, natural floor-covering that was durable.

Made from industrial strength felted wool, these rugs are flat, pill and pull resistant, stain resistant and easy to maintain.

Tiptoe rugs are custom made in a full range of bright colours including fuchsia, lime green and purple, and are designed with three distinctive edges — scallop, castle and zigzag.

Visit alistar.ca to see the whimsical selection and contact the designer.