Welcome!
Hi, I’m Carly - owner of Boots N’ Roots Co. and host of Cincy Crunchy Fest. I’m a Cincinnati-based stay-at-home mom of two, mini homesteader, holistic thinker, avid gardener, chicken lover, homemaker, and a big believer in the non-toxic movement.
My Journey to “Crunchy”
My non-toxic journey started when my firstborn was just a few months old, back when I was a clueless new mom just trying to find a better diaper to soothe his rash. What started as one small switch led to a much bigger transformation. Over the years, I became increasingly frustrated with the greenwashing, inconsistent ingredients, and sellouts from big-name brands using buzzwords like “clean” and “non-toxic” without the values to back it up.
I found real peace of mind, and higher quality options, through local, like-minded moms making products with heart and integrity. I still remember driving 45 minutes with a newborn to grab elderberry syrup from a fellow crunchy mom when we were all hit with a bug. Stories like that made me wonder... what if there was a place where we could access all these amazing, trustworthy resources in one spot, without the scavenger hunt?
And that’s how Cincy Crunchy Fest was born.
It’s an honor to help build a space where our growing community of crunchy families can come together, connect, shop, learn, and celebrate this lifestyle right here in Cincinnati. We’re so glad you’re here!