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Dates for Greenwich Market: January

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Sat, 03 Jan 2009 13:23:00 +0000

During January we will be at Greenwich Market every Sunday

Sunday 4

Sunday 11

Sunday 18

Sunday 25

featured in photo: label An Original by Dasha by fellow trader at Greenwich Market childrenswear designer Dasha.

For info when Dasha will be next at Greenwich Market please contact her here

Dates for Greenwich Market: December

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:08:00 +0000

In December we will be at Greenwich Market every Sunday with a complete range of our natural products, including some lovely organic and fair trade toy gifts for babies and toddlers.

Sunday 7th
Sunday 14th
Sunday 21st
Sunday 28th

This month our online shop is offering free delivery - Santa doesn't charge does he? - so any item on your wish list will land in your post box without any worries.

Picture: fresh organic baby fruit basket, which comes free with your order when you buy any four organic vegetables and fruits

The Animals Save the Planet

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 13:16:00 +0000

The Animals Save the Planet are a series of humorous animated short films that feature tips from animals on how to live an eco-friendly lifestyle. You can watch it here

from: http://www.animalssavetheplanet.com/

Dates for Greenwich Market: November

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 09:15:00 +0000

We apologise for cancelling all dates in November, including the 30th of November. We apologise for any inconvenience. We will be back at Greenwich in December.

Dates for Greenwich Market: October

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:10:00 +0000

We will be changing the dates we open our stall at Greenwich Market. We will no longer be at the market every Saturday. We will try to trade every weekend though sometimes it will be Saturday and sometimes Sunday. Very occasionally it will be neither or we might do both! We will post the dates here in advance so that you know when you can catch us.

Dates for October:
Sunday 5th
Sunday 12th
~~Saturday 18th~~ (added on 7/10/08: we will not be able to open on this date as previously advertised)
Sunday 26th

Greenwich Car Free Day, Sunday 5 October 2008

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:23:00 +0000

photo by Kevin Steele , car free day Toronto

Last year Car Free Day at Greenwich was like this as publicised by us here. This year promises to be just as exciting - Greenwich Council has organised live street entertainment in the town centre to be enjoyed in a traffic-free environment.

Greenwich Car Free Day aims to encourage people to reduce car use, and promote alternative forms of transport. This year will have a strong focus on cycling with a range of cycling themed attractions and activities.

Did you know that Greenwich has a car club? You can find out more at http://www.mystreetcar.co.uk/

These photos illustrate how people enjoy car free day(s) around the world

Waltham Forest Green Fair and the Fellowship Symphony, 20 July

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 09:00:00 +0000

An opportunity to listen to the creative and musical works of young people, learn more about greener living and meet environmental organisations and charities working locally in Waltham Forest. Green Me will be having a stall for parents and parents-to-be to check how modern, soft and simple to use, real nappies are.

Sunday 20 July 2008 at Lloyd and Aveling Park, Walthamstow E17 from 1pm - 7pm

more info: Waltham Forest Green Fair website

Which nappy is more suitable for my child?

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 16:54:00 +0000

The most important features to look for when choosing a nappy are:

- type;
- size;
- fastening; and
- fabric

- type:the main different types of shaped modern nappies are: two-part nappy system, is a nappy which requires a separate waterproof wrap over the top of it; all-in-one nappy, where the waterproof bit and absorbent bit are all part of the nappy; pocket nappy, where the nappy has a slot opening to where an absorbent insert can be placed. Usually pocket nappies have a waterproof layer so does not need a wrap.
Other older type of nappies are: square terries, square muslins and prefolds. Nappy laundry services usually uses prefolds, because they dry quicker when unfolded. The most inconvenient aspect of using these older types of nappies is that they don't fit well around the legs and so leaks can happen.

- size: different types of nappies can be designed to fit a baby all the way from birth to potty or in several sizes. Birth-to-potty nappies usually are designed to fold on themselves when they are being used for a newborn baby. Because of this folding some parents find these type of nappies a bit bulky for their newborn baby and would prefer the best fit from the start. Sized nappies have the advantage of fitting better but you will have to buy a new set of nappies each time the size changes. With sized nappies, there are normally only two sizes to consider. Extra sizes might be available for premature babies and for toddlers.

- fastening: Velcro fastening or poppers? For the nappy to continue to fit as baby growns, almost all nappies have several poppers or velcro fastening across the tummy, and some have poppers by the legs. Velcro gives you more flexibility for the fastening so there's a perfect snuggle. With the nappies that fasten with poppers you might find that the nappy is a bit tight and the next popper the nappy is loose. Some parents don't like velcro because sometimes nappies stick together when they go through the wash. Some nappies are fasten-free, such as Contour nappy from Imse Vimse.

- fabric: Cotton terry is a good absorbent fabric to use for nappies. It also drys quickly. Cotton flannelette on the other hand is not as aborbent as terry but is more economical. Using a flannelette nappy with a terry booster is the most economical and yet effective nappy system. Both terry and flannelette can be unbleached or organic. Unbleached cotton do not use bleaching chemicals to make it white and organic cotton is produced in accordance with environmental guidelines. There are new fabrics entering the market such as hemp and bamboo - we will post more information regarding these fabrics.

The Event at Southwark Park, 12 July

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 10:02:00 +0000

1pm - 10pm, Saturday 12th July 2008

Southwark Park won the prestigious Green Flag Award 2006 to recognise and reward it as one of the best parks and green spaces in England and Wales. This achievement came after it was restored to its former glory - a new bandstand and bowling pavilion were built along with a new children’s play area, and the lake was finally restored to its original pre-World War II size.

Now it is to host a perfect day out for all the family with local environmental organisations on hand to provide you with all kinds of information for you to live a greener and heathier lifestyle. We will be there to talk about - you guessed it - cloth nappies!

Other main attractions will be live performances from the legendary 70s soulsters Heatwave (Boogie Nights) and Madness saxophonist Lee Thompson and his new band The Camden Comboys.

The Green Roadshow, a wind and solar powered circus, will be there to entertain the young ones.

More info: The Event at Southwark Park website

Drawing: The Green RoadShow

Stokefest, 8 June

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 10:15:00 +0000

Stokefest at Clissold Park, London N16, was fantastic with the sun blazing and North Londoners having fun - I mean real fun! (check photos )

We spent the whole day discussing, demonstrating and advising about cloth nappies. Next to us were Hackney Real Nappy Network (HRNN) also giving advice and information to local residents. We were so happy to know that a member of HRNN bought a very good night nappy from us some time ago (babybeehinds) and another member started cloth nappies with us(!), and now actively participates in the network. You see, cloth nappies can become addictive!

If you live in Hackney why not become a member of the Hackney Real Nappy Network. The network is a very welcoming group of mums, dads and carers who use cloth nappies and have loads of experience and tips to share with you.

Stokefest website: http://www.stokefest.co.uk/
Hackney Real Nappy Network: http://www.hackneyrealnappy.net/

Camden Green Fair, 1 June

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Thu, 22 May 2008 09:04:00 +0000

Camden Green Fair at Regents Park is by far the biggest event of its kind. Green Me are joining the many organisations in promoting greener living. We will have our entire range of cloth nappies and will be demonstrating to you how fun and easy they are to use

If you really want to learn how to live in a greener way, Camden Green Fair is the place to be. It will have a life-sized recreation of an environmentally friendly home where you can walk in and learn all the steps you can take to make your home greener. Then maybe you'll want to try the knitting workshop, or just enjoy world music and local bands on a renewable-energy-powered stage, or even watch a movie at a solar cinema. Your children will love the mini city farm and horse-and-cart rides, and your baby will be happy knowing that mummy is learning how cloth nappies are fun and so easy to use...

You also will have the opportunity to test-drive electric cars - maybe it will be your next car...

more info: Camden Green Fair & Bikefest website

photos: urban 75

The Dulwich Park Fair, 18 May

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Wed, 14 May 2008 08:11:00 +0000

The Dulwich Park Fair (formerly the Green Fair and Party in the Park) will be held this coming Sunday 18 May, from 12 noon to 6pm.

It will be the third year we are participating in the fair and if it is anything like the previous years will be a wonderfully exciting, positive and inspiring experience for everyone. There will be so much to see and do - the mad hat making workshop, singing performances, bands and rides. The park also offers a fantastic playground, a lovely cafe and cycle hire (great fun!).

more info:The dulwich festival website

photos:urban75

During this weekend we are also open at Greenwich Market on Saturday 17 May

Stall Closed on Saturday 10 May

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Fri, 09 May 2008 21:15:00 +0000

We apologise again we are not opening the stall tomorrow Saturday 10 May. ~~Probably we will not open the stall during all of May~~ ( we will open as usual at Greenwich Market on Saturdays the 17, 24 and 31 of May ). We will be at The Dulwich Park Fair on Sunday 18 May. Please visit us for more news. We apologise for any inconvenience.

The Dulwich Park Fair website

Stall Closed on Saturday 3 May

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Wed, 30 Apr 2008 15:06:00 +0000

Unfortunately, we will not be at our stall in Greenwich Market this Saturday. We will re-open on 10 May with more additions to our cloth nappy range and with the spring & summer organic baby clothes collection. You can also visit us at The Dulwich Park Fair on Sunday 18 May, as part of the Dulwich Festival. We will soon post more information about the fair

The Dulwich Park Fair website

Real Nappy Week 2008 by Lewisham

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 22:04:00 +0000

The Real Nappies for London in Lewisham campaign will be joining in the Real Nappy Week by hosting a number of events over the course of the week, including a Teddy Bears Picnic Nappuccino, and an event at Greenwich Market.

Green Me will provide nappy samples to the Greenwich Market event on Saturday 26 April for parents to check how modern, soft and simple to use, real nappies are. The Green Me stall will also be open as usual on this day, 9.30AM to 5.30PM, when the 10% discount still applies.

The events are not only for people in Lewisham but for parents and parents-to-be who want to know more about real Nappies, regardless of where they live.

Teddy Bears Picnic Nappuccino
Tuesday 22 April
Ladywell Children's Centre, 30 Rushey Mead, London, SE4 1JJ
10am-midday
Come along to find out more about Real Nappies over coffee and cake. All welcome. 'Best Real Nappy Dressed Teddy bear' prize.

Real Nappy Stall
Friday 25 April
Womens' Health Centre, Lewisham Hospital
10am onwards
Information and display

Greenwich Market Real Nappy Event
Saturday 26 April
Greenwich Market, London SE10 9HZ
10am onwards
See demonstrations and get information in the chic surroundings of Greenwich Market. At Midday the event will feature talks from the founder of the Green Baby chain of shops, and Real Nappy Expert Jill Barker and Tamara Rayment of the Women’s Environmental Network. Green Me will provide nappy samples to the event.

For further information contact, Lewisham Real Nappy officer vivienne.thomson@lewisham.gov.uk.

Find out what events will happen near you during Real Nappy Week here .

10% Discount During Real Nappy Week 2008

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 21:18:00 +0000

Green Me will be supporting the 12th Real Nappy Week, Monday 21 April to Sunday 27 April, by offering 10% discount on all purchases - on any order, big or small. The discount also applies to our 10 nappies+1 free packs. The savings are huge.

The Real Nappy Week, co-ordinated by the National Real Nappy Campaign , will this year be concentrating on how parents can help to combat climate change by using Real Nappies. Organisations across the country will be joining together to celebrate the week with hundreds of events such as fashion shows, nappuccinos and teddy toddles.

Sally Gordon, spokesperson for the Real Nappy Campaign said: "We are delighted to be able to reassure parents that by using washable nappies they can reduce their impact on global warming and energy use as we are aware that these are key issues for families. In addition Real Nappy Week gives us the opportunity to promote the additional benefits of nappies including their cost savings, natural fabrics and the choice they represent for parents."

Find out what events will happen near you during Real Nappy Week here .

To find out more about Real Nappy Week or the Real Nappy Campaign contact Rebecca Rapson, Real Nappy Campaign, 0845 850 0606.

The new Fuzzi Bunz now in stock

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 15:37:00 +0000

order fuzzi bunz

London Marathon, Sunday 13th April 2008

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 13:09:00 +0000

The London Marathon will start in Greenwich Park and go through Greenwich town before heading to Central London. Greenwich will be a great place to view the marathon - there are loads of things for all the family to see and do, including a visit to Greenwich Market(!) The London Marathon website has tons of information . http://www.london-marathon.co.uk/

March Lewisham Nappuccino

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 14:51:00 +0000

The next Lewisham Nappuccino will take place on Friday 28 March from 10am-midday at Pistachios in the Park, Manor House Gardens, Brightfield Road, London SE12 8QG.
Even if you have been to a Nappuccino before, it’s a great place to meet like minded parents, and a really nice café in a gorgeous park too!
Real Nappies for London in Lewisham will also be holding a number of promotional events over the course of Real Nappy Week (April 21-27), including a stall at Greenwich Market on Saturday 26 April. Watch this space for details.
Do let Vivienne Thompson, Lewisham Real Nappy officer, know if you can make it along on March 28, by email Vivienne.Thomson@lewisham.gov.uk or phone 020 8314 2128

8 million disposable nappies are thrown away every day in the U.K
Nappies make up 4 % of the total waste collected by Lewisham Council
The Women’s Environmental Network has calculated that savings from using Real Nappies for a first child alone can amount to £500
Sign up to Real Nappies for London in Lewisham and receive a £30 voucher

How to adjust the Mother-ease One-Size nappy

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 16:15:00 +0000

Order Mother-ease one size nappy
Order Snap-in-pad booster pads

Prices for Airflow and Rikki wraps have increased

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 15:20:00 +0000

Prices for Airflow and Rikki wraps, both from Mother-ease, have increased. We were offering them white at £7.75 and print at £7.99. Now they are £8.25 and £8.50. These new prices are still very competitive.

Closed for Easter

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 20:44:00 +0000

We are taking a short break this Easter. We won't be at Greenwich Market this Saturday, 22 March. All online orders received during this period will be dispatched on Tuesday, 25 March

Saturday it is!

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 11:41:00 +0000

added on 26/09/2008: info no longer valid, please see update here

We will no longer be at Greenwich Market on Sundays. From now on, we will be opening on Saturdays only. We hope you can come and visit us on Saturdays.

Opening times: 9.30am - 5.30pm

Womens' Environmental Network needs your support

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 10:21:00 +0000

Women's Environmental Network (WEN) is a national charity and membership organisation which campaigns on environmental and health issues from a women's perspective. It educates, informs and empowers women and men who care about the environment.

The Environment Agency Lifecycle Study of Disposable and Reusable Nappies(LCA) which had concluded that neither disposables or washable nappies had a better or worse environmental performance is currently undergoing review. WEN, who had challenge the report, is dependent on membership and donations and have already incurred a £5000 shortfall in contributing to this review, with their expert consultants putting forward a fair case for reusable nappies. If they are to be enabled to continue the process and address the issue fully when the LCA is published at the end of February, WEN needs substantial donations to cover their costs in providing expert commentary and media representation. All of us, parents, babies, environmentally aware companies, the UK environment and the planet stand to gain from a fair outcome. WEN needs your support.

Please affiliate to WEN and make your donation online For more information email nappies@wen.org.uk

If you would like to become a WEN member from only £20/year(individual) or £35/year (group), please visit their website at:http://www.wen.org.uk/general_pages/support.htm

Lewisham January 'Nappuccino'

noreply@blogger.com (Green Me) — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 10:38:00 +0000

Come along to find out more about Real Nappies and Lewisham's £30 voucher, and to speak to experts and parents who use and love Real Nappies. For those of you who have already attended previous events, it's still useful to attend to pick up even more Real Nappy tips, so please do join Vivianne,Lewisham Real Nappy Officer, and team if you can.

The 'Nappuccino' will be held on Friday 25 January from 10am-midday at The M-Eating Place, 127 Rushey Green, Catford.

If you would like to come along please let Vivianne know on 020 8314 2128 or Vivienne.Thomson@lewisham.gov.uk and do pass on the invitation to friends and family. If you would like some copies of the flyer to help promote the event Vivianne can send these on request.

lewisham.gov.uk/environment/
realnappiesforlondon.org.uk/