Raising Kids in a Geeky World

This review is for this Organic Zubels Caterpillar Hand-Knit Rattle

This item can be purchased here: http://www.amazon.com/Organic-Zubels-Caterpillar-Hand-Knit-Rattle/dp/B007GHD75K/ref=sr_1_25?ie=UTF8&qid=1438202124&sr=8-25&keywords=zubels

We shall begin with some information about the product from the company's website:

Product Description

This charming caterpillar rattle from Zubels is perfect for newborns and toddlers alike. At 6.5" long it's a great addition to an eco-friendly plush collection - and the soft, tinkling rattle inside makes it a sweet gift for babies too. This caterpillar is 100% hand-knitted and not mass produced by Peruvian artisans were paid a living wage under Fair Trade practices. They are made of 100% organic cotton yarn and eco-friendly dyes. Zubels uses low-impact dyes. They don't contain toxic chemicals or mordants (used to help set the dye). They have a high absorption rate (which leads to less water needed during dyeing). They use low temperatures during dyeing (which saves energy). Zubels has minimal packaging. By not packaging the product with excessive and needless packaging there is less waste of resources and less waste for the landfill.

• 100% Organic Cotton Yarn
• 100% Non-toxic, eco-friendly dyes
• 100% Hand knit
• Soft, tinkling rattle inside
• Zubels are created using fair trade practices. They are skillfully hand knit by Peruvian artisans paid a living wage.

As for my thoughts? This rattle is beautiful and hand made so it looks and feels very special.  It is made of very soft, high quality yarn.  My little one loves to cuddle and gnaw on it and I feel good that the product touching his sensitive skin is organic and not going to irritate him.  It is certified Fair Trade which is important to me, because I don't want to support industries that mistreat their employees.  Their catalog is full of beautiful products that would make any new mommy and little one pleased as punch!

I received this product to try for free in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.