Artterro

Praise and Press

	The Happy Family Movement: Kit Review April, 2012 Here's a glowing review of our Art Dolls Kit and Garden Art Kit from this exuberant family blog: "Too often, our kids (especially Max) want to create things exactly as they are told in the directions. Instead, we got a pile of awesome materials and the kids got to use their imagination. It was awesome!"
	Kid’s Craft Review: Art Journal Kit March, 2012 Great testimonial from Jenny at Craft Test Dummies! "As far as I’m concerned, this is FAB. YOU. LOUS. It’s encouraging my first-grader to write stories, keep memories, and make her own art with very little prompting. She’s also developing her writing and reading skills, along with the habit of putting her feelings and ideas on paper."
	The New York International Gift Fair: The Eco-Awesome Edition February, 2012 This NYC mom included us on her list of "eco-awesome" products from the NYIGF.
	Ten Great Finds from the New York International Gift Fair February, 2012 We made the Barista Kids' list of great New York International Gift Fair finds! It's so nice to be on a list with other eco entrepreneurs!
	The Chocolate Muffin Tree: Wire & Bead Art Kit Review & Giveaway January, 2012 A very enthusiastic testimonial! "So much Creative FUN! These kits are for ADULTS too....so if you are a creative Mom Like me you'll Love these kits!!!"
	Dilly-Dali Art: Creativity Kit Review January, 2012 After making a beautiful mobile, this blogger was very happy with our quality AND quantity: "The girls and I really enjoyed the Creativity Kit and we have enough material left over to create something else!"
Soulemama Blog: Interview and Giveaway	Soulemama Blog: Interview and Giveaway January, 2012 Soulemama interviewed Forrest about the inspiration behind Artterro.
	Pink & Green Mama Blog: Create, Play, Explore January, 2012 What gorgeous fairy dolls, bracelets and pendants they made with our Art Dolls, Collage Jewelry and Art Journal Kit!
	Lisa Reviews: Art Doll Kit Review December, 2011 A lovely review of our Art Dolls Kit from the Lisa Reviews blog: "f you are looking for the perfect gift, Artterro Kits are the way to go. We loved them here!"
	Eco-Friendly Art Supplies for Your Budding Artiste December, 2011 A great list of art supplies that are gentle on the earth and your child's health!
	Stonyfield Farm Blog: “Give the Gift of Eco-Friendly Toys This Year” December, 2011 Artterro got a shout out in the Stonyfield Farm blog! What a great list of toys that are both eco-friendly AND creative.
	Inhabitots Review: Wool Felt Bug Kit December, 2011 This Wool Felt Bug Kit review also appeared on Growing A Green Family: "We've been fans of eco-friendly Artterro Arts & Crafts Kits for a while, but now there's a new kit in town that your child will go bug wild for. The new Artterro Wool Felt Bug Kit is a creative and fun all-in-one art kit that allows your child to make oodles of creepy cute bugs and even offers a unique art frame to display the finished bugs in."
	Frugal Family Fun Review and Giveaway December, 2011 Valerie (the frugal mom) and her daughter just spent hours making lots of little journals with our Bookmaking Kit, which they plan to give away to family members as holiday gifts.
	The Artful Parent: December, 2011 This review reveals a new creative use for our beautiful paper--dollhouse wallpaper! "This sweet 'rainbow' dollhouse was created from a cardboard box, an Artterro "creativity kit," and some rainbow Christmas lights. Maia had so much fun creating it and so fell in love with the finished product that we are already planning another that she can keep."
	The Toy Insider’s “Hot 20” List December, 2011 The Toy Insider included our Garden Art Kit in their "Hot 20" toy guide for grade school kids. We love this toy philosophy: "Toys and games can help develop an appreciation for science, the arts, strategic and mind-stimulating activities and spending time with family and friends. "
	Imagination Soup Reviews the Art Journal Kit December, 2011 A great post about the joy of art journaling with kids, featuring our Art Journal Kit.
	Growing A Green Family Review December, 2011 "An excellent buggy art kit that requires almost zero parent help – although, you’ll probably want to make a bug too!"
	C.R.A.F.T. Blog Review - Wool Felt Bug Kit December, 2011 From the review: "I forgot how much I love kid crafts We made a memory game and wool felt bugs from Artterro...She was very proud of her bugs, as she should be "
	The Chocolate Muffin Tree December, 2011 From the review of our Wool Felt Bug Kits: "We created some amazingly artistic bugs! Since the Holidays are upon us, we even fashioned our bugs into ornaments."
	Simple Kids - 10 Great Gifts for Kids Under $25 December, 2011 "My ten year old has two of these creativity inspiring kits from Artterro and loves them. I love that one of their company goals is to get kids and adults to experience art together."
	Retro Housewife Goes Green: Green Gift Guide December, 2011 "Do your kids love arts and crafts? Check out these neat art kits from Artterro. They use eco-friendly materials and there are many different kits to choose from."
	The Succulent Wife’s Gift Guide December, 2011 The Succulent Wife says I "always try to come up with gift ideas that are far more 1. meaningful 2. high quality with lasting play power and 3. interesting which will guarantee lots of hours of engagement." Artterro fits the bill!
	Green Gift Guide for Girls November, 2011 A roundup of wonderful eco-friendly gifts for girls, available at Abe's Market.
	Mommy Kat and Kids: Holiday Gift for Green Tween and Teen Girls November, 2011 Great review in this gift guide: "For tween and teen girls’ gifts this year, Lavish & Lime is now carrying the fabulous craft kits from Artterro. These kits a great earth-conscious choice for gift giving and they are also a perfect choice for inspiring imagination and creativity!"
	Raising Natural Kids November, 2011 The Raising Natural Kids Blog included Artterro in this informative, thorough guide to buying safe, sustainable toys this holiday season.
	My Milwaukee Mommy November, 2011 My Milwaukee Mommy reviewed three of our kits with her expert testers (her kids) and found that they are engaging, fun and well-assembled!
	Macaroni Kid: Chicago Loop November, 2011 This Chicago blogger had a fantastic time with our kits: "We could not be happier with the Wool Felt Bug Kit! At 2 1/2, my son is very into "buggies" so he loved helping mommy create bugs with all of the fun felt shapes and colors!"
Today’s Woman Blog	Today’s Woman Blog November, 2011 Today's Woman featured an Artterro giveaway, sponsored by Canadian retailer Ekobear!
Art Projects for Kids	Art Projects for Kids November, 2011 Artist, mom and blogger Kathy Barbro wrote a series of posts about the Art Journal Kit, and hosted a giveaway for an art classroom to win journals for all their students. Check out her lovely examples and inspiring ideas on how to use the journal.
	Madison Mamas October, 2011 This great local blog for Madison-area moms features local products for kids, including Artterro.
	Cool Mom Picks September, 2011 Cool Mom Picks loves our Wool Felt Bug Kit: "Instead of cheapy plastic, these kits are full of lovely materials like soft wool felt balls, bits of beautiful ribbon and glittery beads."
	Inhabitots September, 2011 Inhabitots posted a beautiful slide show review of our line, with great pictures!
	Crafting a Green World June, 2011 One of our best reviews ever, from a very discerning eco craft blogger: "As far as the actually crafting goes–well, it’s delightful, honestly...our Artterro kits were a complete hit with the little people, and I enjoyed them, too."
	New Age Mama June, 2011 Bubble Wand and Wool Felt Bug get a great review: "a wonderful gift for any child for birthdays or the holidays."
	Does Mommy Love It? May, 2011 The first review of our brand new Wool Felt Bug Kit! "Arttero’s newest Eco art kit, Wool Felt Bug, is a fantastic craft for a summer project. My son is quite fascinated with bugs at the moment so sewing the different bugs together (7 in all) was a great hands-on opportunity to show him the parts that make up a bug...Once finished with the project, the box it was packaged in cleverly transforms into a display for your child’s artwork! Brilliant!"
	Ohdeedoh May, 2011 We're honored to be featured in Ohdeedoh! Here's what the reviewer had to say: "We're big fans of craft kits, especially during the long, hot days of summer when the kids might need a little help figuring out what to do to pass the time. These kits are definitely among the best we've seen because of the natural materials and rich colors."
	Quirky Fusion April, 2011 A glowing review of our Paint With Wool Portrait Kit: "I can’t think of a better company to highlight for Earth Day than Arrterro...I already have these on my mental list for birthday gifts for some of my nieces… these are perfect for tweens who still like crafts, but are ready for something nicer than cheap plastic beads and acrylic pom-poms."
	Craft Test Dummies April, 2011 Another review of our Garden Art Kit, with beautiful photos: "This would be a marvelous birthday or holiday gift, too- so much more original than just chocolate in an Easter basket!"
	Mommy and Me Giveaways March, 2011 Artterro kits are not just indoor activities, as this reviewer discovered: "Artterro sent me their Bubble Wands Kit and a Garden Art Kit. Jerzie and I had such a great time making beautiful art for our front flower bed...she had a great time stringing the beads and telling me what shape to create for her. She was so proud of her art that they got prime real estate, right next to the front door."
	WTS Toy Review March, 2011 5 of out 5 Stars! It doesn't get better than this: "If you have a child that enjoys art – they are going to love Artterro!"
	Sweeps for Bloggers March, 2011 Over 350 people entered this Sweeps4Bloggers giveaway! The reviewer really enjoyed our Art Dolls Kit: "I love that they include an “ideas” sheet instead of “instructions” to follow precisely. Art is about creating."
	Dad Does March, 2011 A great overview of the "Top 7 Green Toys from Toy Fair 2011!" Artterro is #5.
	Canadian Natural Mama February, 2011 This Canadian blog is chock-full of eco-friendly ideas. Check out this review and giveaway of our Bubble Wands and Paint With Wool Portrait Kits.
	Craft Critique Review #2 February, 2011 An in-depth look at our Collage Jewelry and Paint With Wool Portrait Kits!
	Craft Critique Review #1 February, 2011 Craft Critique's expert crafters gave our kits a try with their children, and the results are beautiful!
	Tiny Green Bubble January, 2011 Tiny Green Bubble calls our kits "a savior" for those winter days that keep you and your kids inside.
	Naturally Savvy January, 2011 Check out this great review--Artterro received the Naturally Savvy Seal of Approval!
	Growing A Green Family November, 2010 A fantastic review of three Artterro kits, Collage Jewelry, Paint With Wool and our Creativity Kit. Check out the great projects designed with our materials!
	Mothering Magazine Blog November, 2010 Mothering Magazine reviewed 3 Artterro kits and is offering a free giveaway to 3 lucky winners!
	Treehugger November, 2010 Check it out! Artterro's Bookmaking Kit is on Treehugger's Green Gift Guide 2010 for Kids!
	Celebrate Green October, 2010 The Celebrate Green Blog is a great resource for eco-friendly holiday planning and more. Visit today to read a review of our Paint With Wool Portrait Kit!
	One Momma Saving Money October, 2010 One Momma Saving Money reviewed our Collage Decoration kit, "I personally love doing art and craft projects with the kids, the kids will now have the ornaments they made for their own trees when they grow up."
	Moms Wear Your Tees Blog October, 2010 Moms Wear Your Tees Blog posted a great review of our Garden Art and Collage Decoration kits!
	Growing A Green Family October, 2010 Artterro earned a Five-Tree review from the Growing a Green Family blog! "Artterro is an excellent family-friendly, green-friendly company with almost zero cons."
	New Age Mama September, 2010 From a review on New Age Mama: "While there are dozens of art kits out there to choose from, none are quite like Artterro!" Check out the beautiful works of art she made with her daughter:
	Craft Test Dummies September, 2010 Have you ever tried needle felting? Craft Test Dummies reviewed our Paint With Wool Kit and had a great time!
	Playful Learning Blog September, 2010 Playful Learning talks about our open-ended art projects, "Once we got past the feeling of wanting to be told what to do, we indulged in the beautiful selection of materials and relaxed into a wonderful afternoon of open-ended crafting. "
	Hazelnut Kids Blog September, 2010 Artterro's Collage Jewelry Kit is featured in the Hazelnut Kids - Natural Toys Blog!
	Craft Test Dummies September, 2010 Craft Test Dummies had lots of fun with our Bubble Wand Kit! It's a great way to get outside with your kids before it gets cold out!
	Is There a Bathroom on this Ship? August, 2010 This review says, "My family has a love for the outdoors, and we've been enjoying the process of making wonderful creations using the Garden Art Kit."
	Imagination Soup August, 2010 Review and Giveaway of our Canvas Storybook Kit on the award-winning Imagination Soup blog!
	Familylicious August, 2010 Familylicious reviewed our Garden Art and Canvas Storybook kits. They said, "These open ended art projects have amazing materials that are truly beautiful."
	mommy 2 two girls August, 2010 Check out this review of our Garden Art Kit and Wire and Bead Art Kit: "Works of art composed with Artterro's high quality materials become treasures artists young and old can proudly display."
	Mamanista! August, 2010 Mamanista! reviewed our Collage Jewelry Kit, and decided it was "the perfect activity!"
	Craft Test Dummies August, 2010 Check out the amazing butterfly crown crafted with our Wire and Bead Art Kit in this great review.
	Networking Witches August, 2010 The Networking Witches have once again sung our praises. This time they've reviewed our award winning Canvas Storybook kit.
	Smiling Green Mom August, 2010 This review talks about how all kids she's met, no matter what walk of life love to express themselves through art!
	Child Mode August, 2010 Check out the fantastic Paint With Wool portrait masterpiece this reviewer's children created!
	Green Living July, 2010 We received a grade of "A" for our line of eco-friendly art kits in this review of our Collage Jewelry and Art Dolls kits!
	Dustin Nikki Mommy of Three July, 2010 Check out the beautiful projects these kids made in a review and giveaway of our Canvas Storybook kit
	Networking Witches July, 2010 A giveaway and another great review of our Garden Art kit
	Lucky Rosie’s blog July, 2010 A great review of our Canvas Storybook Kit
	Burning Moon’s Inside Advice July, 2010 Review of our Bubble Wands kit
	Thanks Mail Carrier July, 2010 A fantastic review of our Wire and Bead and Canvas Storybook making kits with lots of photos!
	Eco Salon July, 2010 Artterro Craft Kits Inspire Kids in the Art of Sustainable Design
	The Stir— a cafe Mom blog June, 2010 A very entertaining article about summertime craft projects for kids, featuring our kits!
	And Twins Make 5! Blog June, 2010 A mom and her 9 year old had a great time with our Collage Jewelry Kit!
	Mom OK’d Blog June, 2010 A fantastic review by a mom with kids of various ages all enjoying our kits for over 2 hours together!
	Mom’s Best Bets Blog June, 2010 Check out the great bracelet this reviewer's daughter made with the Artterro Collage Jewelry kit
	What the Stuff Toy Reviews June, 2010 We got 5 out of 5 stars! A great review.
	Progressive Pioneer Blog June, 2010 We are pleased to have made the cut to be reviewed on this terrific blog!
	Tiny Green Mom May, 2010 Great review of our products and company!
	C&T Publishing Blog May, 2010 Artterro art kit giveaway! See this great review of our product line and leave a comment on the C&T blog page to enter the giveaway by May 17th!
	NetworkingWitches.com May, 2010 A great review of Artterro products and a giveaway of our Collage Jewelry Kit!
	Toy Fair Gallery February, 2010 The Artterro Toy Fair booth is featured in this gallery
	NY Metropolista February, 2010 Favorite Toy Fair 2010 Eco-Friendy Finds
	Project Kids in Cambodia February, 2010 Kids at the Anjali house using Artterro kits!
	Baby Loves Earth—Non Toxic Baby and Children Products January, 2010
	C&T Publishing December, 2009 We get our fantastic blank canvas books from C&T
	Maukilo December, 2009
	Zoe B. Organic Weekly December, 2009
	Project Kids in Cambodia December, 2009 Artterro has donated kits to this worthy cause!
	Wee Little Sprouts October, 2009
	Curious George Books and Toys October, 2009

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