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Spring is just around the corner and The Good Lane Spring Box is here to help you celebrate making it through another Winter! Or if there is still snow where you are, maybe a little gift to keep you going? The Good Lane is based in Calgary, Alberta and our Winter can go a little longer than most would like sometimes… Anyway, whatever your reason, The Good Lane Spring box is sure to bring a little joy to your doorstep!
This blog post will include details on what’s included in the Spring Box, so if you want to be surprised don’t read any further, just know that your box supports small ethical brands that truly have a positive impact.
The Spring Box includes 6 products from socially conscious businesses, each of which you will learn more about below. You can purchase the Spring Box as a one off box here, or subscribe and receive a seasonal box each quarter. Now to what’s inside the box!
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Upfront Cosmetics
Babassu + Argan Hair Masque
Nackawic, New Brunswick, Canada
Strengthen and deep condition your hair with a handmade hair masque from Upfront Cosmetics. The pack included in the Spring Box has enough for 6-9 masque’s depending on your hair length and thickness. Upfront Cosmetics is a women-owned business based out of New Brunswick, Canada with a mission to do better for the planet and people. All of their products are ethically and sustainably sourced and all packaging is plastic free! Upfront is a member of 1% For The Planet and 1% of their annual sales are donated back to environmental organizations like One Tree Planted. You can also feel good knowing that this is a cruelty free brand and all products are Leaping Bunny Certified - the international golden standard for cruelty free cosmetics.
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Found and Lost Art
Wildflowers and Songbirds Greeting Card 5-pack
Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Each TGL seasonal box includes a featured artist, in the Spring box you’ll find a greeting card pack from Found and Lost Art. Found and Lost Art creates custom illustrated pieces that are bright, colourful, curious and totally uplifting. Owner and illustrator Christine Jamieson runs her design and illustration company full-time from her home-based studio in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. Christine often collaborates with local businesses, and is a proud supporter of the Kingston Alzheimer's Society and the Kingston Sexual Assault Centre. Proceeds from the Found and Lost Art collections go towards both of these organizations.
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Plantish
Stain Remover Bar
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
In addition to a featured artist, each TGL box also includes at least one eco-friendly swap! In TGL Spring Box you’ll find a zero-waste, all natural stain remover bar from Plantish. This stain remover bar works on fabric and multiple surfaces - get rid of grass, red wine, ketchup, blood, grease, underarm stains and so much more! Simply rinse the bar, as you would soap and scrub and/or dab the stain away! For tough stains let it sit for 10-20 minutes before rinsing. Plantish is a small business based out of Toronto, Ontario and focuses on creating low-impact, zero-waste plant-based items - something the world definitely needs more of!
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Malia Designs
Denim Tote
San Diego, California, USA
Say hello to the perfect tote bag for when you’re on the go! The Spring Box includes an upcycled denim tote bag from Malia Designs which has a zip closure, roller bag sleeve, is lined and has adjustable straps! The tote bag is fair trade and ethically made in Cambodia where Malia Designs provides long term employment for talented local makers and designers. Most of Malia Designs products are created using recycled and repurposed materials - which I love! Additionally, every purchase helps fund anti-trafficking efforts. Malia Designs has donated over $160,000 to anti-trafficking organizations in the US and Cambodia.
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Fern & Petal
Sunstone Diffuser Bracelet & Essential Oil Blend
Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada
In the Spring Box you’ll find a beautiful sunstone and rosewood diffuser bracelet paired with a fresh and uplifting essential oil blend called Morning Bliss. Simply add some oil to the rosewood which acts as a natural diffuser. Release any pent up negative energy and start the new season with a bracelet designed to promote warmth and healing. Both products are made in Canada by Fern & Petal, a small, family-run business based out of Port Coquitlam, BC, Canada. Fern & Petal focuses on providing all natural, high quality health and wellness products while also giving back, with every purchase $1 is donated towards tree planting in Canada.
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There are limited quantities of the Spring Box available, don’t miss out on this season's box! Discover and support ethical, conscious brands by becoming a seasonal subscriber.
