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Fresh off showrunning and starring in Peacock’s TV adaptation of Liz Moore’s novel, Long Bright River, Amanda Seyfriend sits down with The Hollywood Reporter again — this time to share her go-to gifts for Earth Day (April 22) and Mother’s Day (May 11).
Among the 39-year-old Emmy winner’s eco-friendly picks is Make It Cute, a design-minded brand of recyclable kids playhouses and decor kits co-founded with childhood best friends Anne Hoehn and Maureen North.
“At Make It Cute, we’re on a mission to create plastic-free, sustainable play that feels magical and meaningful,” the Mean Girls star and mom of two tells THR. “I started the company with my two best friends because we wanted kids to experience the joy of imagination without all the plastic waste. For every playhouse purchased, we plant a tree in partnership with earthday.org — it’s our way of helping the planet while inspiring play.”
Seyfried, who lives on an animal-filled farm in the Catskills and still maintains her farmhouse-inspired New York City apartment, infused her countryside-inspired design sensibilities into the brand. Children’s book illustrator and trianed architect Sophia Vincent Guy is the artist and surface designer behind the charming cottages and farmhouses.
The company’s pthalate-free cardboard houses take less than a minute to set up and are equally effortless to break down, flatten and stow away. (This shopping editor and her kids have been fans since the brand launched in 2024.)
Ahead, Seyfried reveals the leather-free bullet journal she carries “everywhere,” the Brooklyn-based brand that makes her favorite (and affordable) scent stand-ins for Le Labo, the under-$20 jewelry that encourages kids to love the environment and more finds. Bonus: All of the brands boast planet- and people-friendly certifications, including B Corp., 1% for the Planet, Climate Neutral and cruelty-free status.
Make It Cute Modern Farmhouse II
Make It Cute designs screen-free, plastic-free toys using recyclable materials, all while supporting reforestation efforts through its partnership with earthday.org‘s Canopy Project. And during the month of April, save 25 percent sitewide with code EARTHDAY25.
Fahlo Animal Tracking Bracelets
“This is my new favorite birthday gift to give to other kids. It’s fun, educational and helps protect endangered species. Each bracelet tracks a real animal, and it makes kids feel like they’re part of something bigger.”
Fahlo partners with wildlife organizations such as Saving Animals from Extinction, Georgia Aquarium, Snow Leopard Conservancy, FIU Marine Conservation Ecology Lab and more to fund conservation efforts, with each bracelet connecting the wearer to a real tracked animal.
Mate the Label Organic Cotton Classic Tee
“I wear Mate on set constantly — it’s cozy, clean and cool. I love knowing it’s made with non-toxic dyes and sustainable fabrics.”
Founded by designer Kayti Carr in Los Angeles, Mate uses GOTS-certified organic fabrics, low-impact dyes and climate-conscious processes and uses no plastic in its labels and packaging. The Climate Neutral-certified label says it doesn’t use polyester, nylon or polyamide in its garments; stars such as Alessandra Ambrosio and Bella Thorne.
Parachute Bedding
“Their bedding is so soft and breathable, and it’s all Oeko-Tex Standard 100-certified, which gives me peace of mind at night — literally.”
Parachute is known for its sateen, linen, percale and waffle knit bed and bath essentials made of organic cotton, Tencel Lyocell, recycled polyester and other environmentally-conscious, GOTS- or GRS-certified fabrics. The brand Climate Neutral certified.
Dingbats* Wildlife Dotted Writing Journal Notebook A5
“I carry one everywhere. They’re beautifully made and completely vegan — plus, every notebook supports wildlife conservation.”
Dingbats notebooks are made from FSC-certified paper and vegan materials, with proceeds supporting animal conservation efforts.
Blueland Starter Kit
“I’m working on completely cutting single-use plastic from my cleaning routine thanks to Blueland. Their refill system is genius.”
The certified B Corp and Climate Neutral company eliminates plastic waste with refillable bottles and water-activated cleaning tablets formulated with non-toxic ingredients. On offer are all-purpose, bathroom and glass/mirror cleaners, foaming hand soaps, dish and laundry tablets and starter kits ith reusable spray bottles, soap dispensers and metal storage containers.
Element Brooklyn Hand Soaps and Candles
“Their hand soaps smell just like Le Labo — and their candles are refillable, which is a game changer.”
Element Brooklyn offers refillable home essentials made in small batches with clean, eco-friendly ingredients.
Burt’s Bees Baby Pajamas & Towels
“My kids basically live in these soft, safe and GOTS-certified organic cotton pajamas. I trust Burt’s Bees completely.”
Sand Cloud Sundown Towel
“Sand Cloud’s towels are super absorbent, so pretty and made from recycled materials. Plus, a portion of each sale goes to marine conservation, which is close to my heart. And the company was founded by three best friends, just like Make It Cute!”
Sand Cloud supports ocean preservation while using sustainable textiles like recycled polyester and organic cotton.
Toki Kids Organic Play Mat
“Perfect for playtime — cushiony, washable and made from natural materials. We’ve had ours for years.”
Toki Mats are made from organic cotton, natural latex and other non-toxic materials for safer play and a healthier planet.
Newton Baby Crib Mattress
“As a mom, I care deeply about what my kids sleep on. These mattresses are breathable, washable, and free of harsh chemicals.”
Newton mattresses are Greenguard Gold Certified, made with recyclable, non-toxic materials and no foam or adhesives.
Bare Mum Postpartum Products
“I gift Bare Mum to all the new moms in my life — it’s thoughtful, supportive and everything is made with clean, gentle ingredients. It’s an Australian brand I really love, and you can find the full care kit at both Emilia George store locations, which makes it easy to grab something beautiful and useful for a friend.”
Bare Mum is founded by moms and uses organic cotton, cruelty-free ingredients and sustainable packaging to support postpartum recovery.
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