The Finches

Charlotte and Ella: Two moms who met on the Internet and love design, simplicity, and sustainability.

 

 

SEARCH

   

   The Land of Nod Apparel

What our kids are reading (and the Children's book reviews that go with them).

    

Products that work - and keep on working.

    

 Looking for Fabric? Charlotte and I totally recommend these folks!

Free Shipping on orders $35+

Reach Out And Grab Us!

We would be giddy with glee if you linked back to us! 

We featured you? You should be proud, and oh look! We got you this button.  

Just right click to save the button! 

 

Entries in Reader Request (2)

Thursday
Apr282011

Snack Food for Kids and Babies | Finch Found it!

Mel W. asked, "I am looking for some quick, healthy, store-bought, or easy-to-make snacks that I can throw in a bag when we take the kids to the park."


FINCHFOUND!

As a quick reference, here are some easy snack foods for babies and kids.

Younger kids

  1. Small bites of cheese or cheese sticks
  2. Banana pieces
  3. Cut up firm tofu squares
  4. Veggie medley defrosted
  5. Peas defrosted
  6. Hummus (sandwiches, dips, et)
  7. Peanut butter
  8. Small bites of hard-boiled eggs

Older Kids

  1. Quesadillas
  2. Low fat ham and cheese rolls
  3. Dried fruit
  4. Trail mix
  5. Fruit is always a good snack idea!
  6. Peanut butter (sandwiches, dips, etc)
  7. Hummus (sandwiches, dips, et)
  8. Healthy baked goods (Banana bread, zucchini muffins, and carrot bars)
  9. Hard-boiled eggs

 
These reusable snack bag are great for the environment, your pocket book, and oh, they look cool too!

Snack Bag - Midwest Modern Gray by Greener Route

Snack Bag - Happy Dinosaurs by Sea Cute Designs

Sandwich Wrap/Place Mat by Round Bottom Baby

Snack Bag - Dotty Oilcloth by Dotty Spots Designs

If you don't have time to make your snacks, then here are a few pre-made snacks that have a simple list of ingredients:

GoGoSqueez Applesauce | Lara Bars  | Crispy Asian Pears | Fruit Leathers | Triscuits

Snack ideas via 100 Days of Real Food

 

Do you have any other recommendations for easy snack foods? Share them with us today!

 

Monday
Apr252011

Boy's T-shirts | You asked, Finch Found It!

Need help? We are here for you!

Jodi K. needed: "I'm looking for a cool t-shirt for a boy, 18 months, under $20 please."


FINCHFOUND!

Alright Jodi, so, we have found a few options for you. None of these shirts cost over $18 leaving a little room for shipping costs.

Monster T Shirt by eed953

Flying Bike Collage by Truly Sanctuary

Organic Toddler TRex Shirt by The Might Squirm

Owl On Light Blue Shirt by Mia Unique

Black Octopus Onesie by The Full Spectrum

Robot Attack Shirt by Rainbow Swirlz

Vital Bicycle Toddler Shirt by Vital

Screen Printed American Apparel Vintage Bird Shirt by Rabbit Apparel

Raygun Shirt by Robot Love

 

I also loved all of these shirts by Crow Smack . They are hand dyed and screen printed. I love the retro vibe and if you get two items, they give you a free tote. I am learning that on this great journey of motherhood you can't have enough totes. It just isn't possible.

Hope we helped.