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Etsy Find: Recycled T-Shirt Rug
Looking for an eco-friendly alternative to a fluffy shag rug? Then try this Recycled T-Shirt Rug ($48) from Etsy seller Talkingsquid. I love the deep navy blue hue of this particular area rug, but if blue's not your bag, Talkingsquid makes these rugs in a variety of colors and sizes.
Guess What This Rug Is Made From?
This cotton shag rug is made from remnants of something we all have in our closets. Can you tell me what?
Win Some Cozy Organic Sheets
November is Hibernation month here at CasaSugar, and I'm thinking about getting cozy as the temperature drops. On chilly weekend mornings I love to cuddle up in bed, and nothing is nicer than some organic cotton sheets to cuddle up in!
This clean, contemporary sheet collection ($162 for king set), courtesy of Green Stuff Connection is a great way to start going organic in your home.
Steal of the Day: Ivory Egyptian Cotton Sheet Set
Remember our primer on sheet thread counts? You'll be happy to hear that this ivory Egyptian cotton sheet set from Cost Plus World Market fits within the proper parameters for thread count at a solid 250—and best of all, the queen set is now on sale for $34.50 (nearly half off!). The set includes a fitted and flat sheet and two pillowcases.
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Roundup: Organic Cotton Accents
This Earth Day, try adding some organic cotton bedding, bath items, or pillows to your home scene. Why organic cotton? Well, it protects the environment by avoiding use of pesticides, which also helps out cotton workers.
Casa Beta: Christy Organic Waffle Towel
Since the divets in a waffle are great for collecting syrup, it stands to reason that a towel designed with a waffle pattern will also be great at sopping up — well, not syrup, unless you live in a Willy Wonka house. Good old water is all this waffle design needs to contend with, and I'm happy to say that the Christy Organic Waffle Towel ($105 for three bath towels) does just that.
Granted, these towels are a bit of a splurge, but I can attest that they're well worth it.
Home Away From Home: Stockholm's Hotel J
Stockholm's Hotel J is a super chic chalet influenced by the fine craftsmanship of yachting with a distinct Scandinavian twist. Bright and airy, the interiors' chairs and sofas are upholstered in thick white wrinkly cotton and also feature clean-lined contemporary light oak furniture. The hotel has a gorgeous view of the Stockholm harbor, and guests can rent sailboats or taking sailing lessons.
Casa Verde: Handprinted Fabric From Home Sweet
If your eye is tired of the same old fabric designs, then check out Home Sweet. This small textile design company is run by Jennifer Nelson out of her Delaware home, where she designs and then handblocks her fabric patterns. Specializing in hand-printed, environmentally friendly fabrics and home goods, Home Sweet's designs are fresh and modern, with a dash of retro charm.
Roundup: Your Floor on Safari
Want to walk on the wild side? If you can't book a ticket to the Serengeti, why not sink your toes into some plush, safari animal-print rugs? Start with the Williams-Sonoma Zebra Crewel Rug (on sale for $199.99-499.99).
Roundup: Beautifully Designed Organic Bedding
In the past few years, organic bedding, which had previously been eco-friendly but not very design-savvy, has really come into its own, with beautiful patterns and vibrant colors spicing up a selection of organic cotton. I'm happy to see this textile gain mass appeal, and given its reasonable price point, there's really no excuse not to transition to organic bedding.
To see a roundup of my favorite organic bedding, and to hear more about the health risks of using conventional cotton bedding, read more
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