ice pops

Reusable Bamboo Sticks for Stainless Steel Popsicle Molds

August 8, 2011

A long while back I wrote about a cool set of stainless steel non-toxic popsicle molds. I loved the look of this set, but was concerned about the fact that it came with non-reusable sticks. It may seem like a little issue, but in the long run, a bazillion sticks in the landfill doesn’t sound [...]

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Boozy, sweet and savory homemade ice pops for adults

July 19, 2011

If you’re looking for some homemade organic ice pop flavors for adults, then Mark Bittman has you covered. This past week, Bittman shared some easy-to-make adult-minded homemade popsicles in flavors ranging from creamy to savory to boozy (nope, not for kids). These homemade popsicles are probably best for an adult party. Keep in mind that [...]

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Eco-friendly summer tips for green families

June 15, 2011

I’m scrapping together a lower-cost sunscreen guide, due to our ongoing conversations here about expensive sunscreen. But, it’s taking a while. Until I get this list together, why not enjoy some past Growing a Green Family posts you may have missed… Make sure your child is getting out into nature. In fact, consider sending your [...]

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Homemade Organic Watermelon Ice Pops

June 5, 2011

Just a quick ice pop recipe today – wonderful watermelon ice pops. With the weather being so nice, you most likely have a watermelon or two around. Your first through may be, why on earth would I waste a perfectly good watermelon to make ice pops? I’m with you. It’s hard to beat plain old, [...]

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Homemade Ice Pops Made With Leftover Organic Veggies

May 22, 2011

I know, leftover veggies don’t sound like they’d make the best ice pops, but organic veggies can make for some yummy organic ice pops. Depending on the veggie that is. I recently had a slew of leftover veggies and with no salad or homemade soup plans in my very near future, I decided to use [...]

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Homemade Organic Ice Pops 101

May 20, 2011

Ice pops are one of the most searched for terms here at Growing a Green Family. I can only assume that this means that Growing a Green Family readers are extra super smart. NEW for 2012: Ultimate Guide to BPA-free Popsicle Molds & Ice Pop Gear 100 Homemade Organic Popsicle Recipes Ice pops aren’t only [...]

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Book Review: Ice Pop Joy

April 28, 2011

Review summary: A beautiful book that will draw you and your family into the wonderful, and often healthy, world of ice pops. Title: Ice Pop Joy by Anni Daulter; published by Sellers Publishing Inc. (March 11, 2011) Cost: Retails at $18.95, but only about $13 on Amazon. From the publisher: “Let’s face it, all kids [...]

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Pure Sunshine Organic Ice Pops from Ice Pop Joy

April 21, 2011

Before I post my entire review of the new book, Ice Pop Joy, I thought I’d post at least one recipe from the book. There are all sorts of delectable looking ice pop flavors in Ice Pop Joy, such as lavender flower power, watermelon pops and even a creamy looking granola ice pop. I didn’t [...]

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Happy first day of summer – fun summer activities

June 21, 2010

Being that it’s officially summer it’s time to get down to business. And by business I mean summer fun. Here are some super fun nature minded and eco-friendly summer ideas for green kids. Get outside!!!! I’m going to say this until you’re sick of me saying it, but until the kids I see are fit [...]

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Stainless Steel Non-toxic Popsicle Molds

May 18, 2010

On the post I did about non-toxic popsicle molds a reader, Joy, left a comment about some stainless steel popsicle molds, which I’ve always wanted but never heard existed. Well, folks they do exist. Check this out… This ONYX – Stainless Steel Popsicle Mold is made with 18/8 stainless steel. It’s a single serve style [...]