Friday, February 16, 2018

Peace NOW.

c/o DrawingBoardShop.com
This sweet and timely note card was hand-painted by my MOM, and sold through our brand new online shop.

Her vintage, artisanal designs are inspired by childhood 'firsts,' life's beauty, and blessings. Comes in yellow (shown), blue, green, and as a set of three.

*Through February, 2018, 15% of profits from this card’s sale benefit the Stoneman Douglas Victim’s Fund, which provides relief and financial support to victims and families of this week’s tragic school shooting in Parkland, Florida. Thank you for your support.

(Yellow Peace Sign Note Card, $4.50/card or $16.50/set at drawingboardshop.com)





Tuesday, February 13, 2018

Giftwatch: Yoga love in a card deck!

c/o Giselle Shardlow

Why wait until Valentines Day to spread love? LOVE Yoga Cards for Kids makes a heart-warming gift for young yogis all year round.

We spoke with creator, Giselle Shardlow, best-selling author of the Kids Yoga Stories books series, on the inspiration behind this new product and how parents and caregivers can best use it as a teaching tool.

KYD: How did this product idea come about? 

GS: I wanted to create a quick and easy way for our community of teachers, parents, and health practitioners to integrate yoga into their celebration of Valentine’s Day. But I also wanted a way to celebrate love and kindness throughout the year. And most importantly, my daughter and I have enjoyed playing yoga card games at home together, so why not on Valentine’s Day, too?


KYD: What is your hope/intention by releasing this product?


GS: My intention with these LOVE yoga cards is that they provide a springboard to talk to children about love and happiness, that we think about what love means to all of us and how it impacts our lives. 


KYD: How can heart-opener poses help children? What are the unique benefits of these asanas?

GS: These LOVE Yoga Cards for Kids include...