During my studies for sustainable design at MCAD last year I was building 3-D models to understand Buckminster Fuller’s philosophies a bit better. To build my models I used bamboo skewers and play dough which led to my discovery of the natural art supply company eco-kids. Their eco-dough is a green alternative to conventional play dough and great for small or big model makers alike. It’s made with plant, fruit and vegetable extracts and has no chemicals, artificial dyes or metals. Each cardboard tube contains five canisters of eco-dough in yellow, green, orange, blue and red. The packaging is super-cute. You can also extend the life span of the all-natural sculpting dough by adding a few drops of olive or flaxseed oil in case you forgot to put it back into its container. The rehydration process only works for the first few days and you still need to knead it like real dough. But this way models can evolve with kids’ growing imagination. Or survive my changing design explorations of course. The containers for the eco-friendly play dough are made from cornstarch and are fully compostable.
Eco-kids is a family-run company and based in Portland, Maine. All products are made with the environment and safe playtime in mind. I can’t wait to check out their Easter egg coloring kit and sidewalk chalks for spring. Here’s to a colorful (including green) and imaginative New Year!
Comments