Natural Beach Living: The Ultimate Natural Gift Guide

Natural, Organic, Eco friendly, Quality, isn't that what we want to surround our family with? I know it is what I want. I have filled this page with some of our favorite things. Remember it's not quantity that is important, it's quality. A child could spend hours, days, weeks, years, loving the same special toy. Make it a natural one.

I have selected things that enrich a child's day, that bring a sense of comfort to them, and allows them to use their imagination endlessly. I hope you find something on this list that your children can love as much as mine.

That little Earth pony up there is precious as can be and so is everything else at Woolies. Earth pony you should be under everyone's tree on Christmas morning. Don't you just love handmade toys?!? I do.

Yuki the Owner of Lavender and Ladybugs is a master of Waldorf creations. She makes unbelievable playscapes (mats), dolls, and animals. Truly one of a kind.

The wooden stackers and toys shown above are from Bannor Toys, they specialize in Organic wood toys for all ages. They also will personalize, I love that. Thumbs up for Bannor Toys!

Every child should own a few playsilks, The possibilities for open ended imaginative play are endless. Beneath The Rowan Tree silks are made from Natural, renewable resources that will last for generations, and if not... they easily return to the earth.

Wildflower Innocence shares her handcrafted dolls made with love and care. You will find the perfect dollhouse family, sweet fairies, elves, snow queens, and so many more amazing handcrafted creations. Choose your perfect bendy doll today. Wildflower Innocence.

Do your children love to dress up? Could they spend hours prancing about in the woods? I say, Let them. Pick up the perfect mask from Hunting Faeries today and let your children roam free :) Whether you have a sweet little ladybug, or a sly fox, you can easily find the perfect mask for you or your little one at Hunting Faeries.

Wouldn't you love to move those playstands into your house? The hours of play would make any child's day. Visit The Toymaker's Daughter to get your's today.

One of my favorite reads right now is Imagine Childhood: Exploring the World through Nature, Imagination, and Play - 25 Projects that spark curiosity and adventure

How cute is this Sweet baby dear from fig and me. Specializing in dolls that nurture imaginative play, you can learn a lot more about the process and her philosophy here.

Check out The Honest Company! You can get a free trial of their non-toxic, eco-friendly home and baby products at Honest.com. I gave them a try and I love it!

Looking for the perfect stocking stuffer? Free Spirit Kids makes incredible sets of Montessori cards tucked into a gift bag. The pictures are amazing and the children love them. Visit Free Spirit Kids and pick out a set today. We are loving all of the toddler cards at our house. If you would like to see Free Spirit Kids cards in action click here.

You might be wondering what all of those felt shapes are in that picture above. This is a button snake from It's The Small Things. Children can have fun learning their shapes, colors, and practical life skills with these little button snakes. It's The Small Things offers Eco friendly felt and fabric, personalized party favors and other fun and educational items for children of all ages. My favorite thing, They are striving to be a ZERO waste store. Love that!!

Woodenful Toys makes the cutest wooden animals I have ever seen. Made of beautiful solid wood Birch, Polished by hand, painted using A.P. certified non toxic watercolors, and sealed with a beeswax and oil. Woodenful Toys are always welcome at my house.

Do you love to decorate with signs and pictures? Meet Me Bye The Sea has the Best selection for the beach lover. You can also find her Original creations for the lover of all things beach at Baby Bye The Sea. I am a total sign lover, I fill my house with words and pictures that make me happy, you should too.

Looking for the perfect hat for the winter months head over to Maruma Kids. She aims to please with her knit clothes using eco friendly yarns in neutral colors. Beautiful!

Explore, Learn, Grow together with Cake In The Morn. A homeschooling mom sharing her creations of Montessori toys, felt stories, flannel boards, and more. Visit her at Cake In The Morn. The wind streamers seen above will be in our stockings on Christmas morning.

Not sure if you want to cloth diaper but looking for the next best thing The Honest Company is it. They offer premium eco friendly disposable diapers in the cutest patterns.

O how I love all of the greatness from TheToymaker's Daughter, Julianne's Kitchen (shown above) and so many other amazing open ended toys for children can be found in her Etsy store.

The perfect dollhouse for your family can be found at Elves & Angels, they are known for Heirloom Quality Wooden Toys that will last a lifetime. You can find other pictures of my children enjoying their dollhouse here. Elves & Angels has my vote for best of the best :)

If you are looking for High Quality, Hand Crafted toys visit The Toymaker's Daughter and Elves & Angels.

A child needs and craves natural toys, and what could be better than to provide them with a wonderful Waldorf doll for keeps.

These beautiful sweet dolls and many others can be found at Natural Waldorf Inspired Stores and from Mommas around the web.

For the most amazing puzzles on Etsy visit Manzanita Kids, and don't be surprised when you find loads of other fun things to fill your cart with.

Some other favorites for you to check out

Palumba inspired natural living. I drool over this entire catalog, You will be happy with anything that you purchase through them.

Bella Luna Waldorf toys, wooden toys and natural toys to nourish the senses and inspire the imagination. (Rocker Board above can be found at Bella Luna) along with much more.

Nova Natural Growing, playing, learning, wearing, living, natural and organic for the whole family.

The Honest Company All natural baby, family, and household products.

The Magic Onions Beautifully handmade treasures for the natural home.

Citrus Lane Looking for the perfect gift box of new items shipped monthly. Surprise a little one with their very own delivery from Citrus Lane.

Insiders Tip...Make sure you LIKE these businesses on facebook. They post specials and sales on occasion for facebook fans.

Looking for great children's books? Our favorite books of the year are

In Grandma's Attic

Red Sails To Capri

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Hard Luck

You can also find other top gift lists from us on
Top Toys for the Natural Child
Top Ten Books of the Year
The Best Gifts for a Montessori Toddler.

I hope you find some great treasures on this list. We did :)

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