organic cotton blankets - wrap-up
by Carrie @ 9:13 am 2 comments »
Although it’s sad to see summer go, I have to admit that I love curling up on the sofa when it’s cold outside with a good book, a cup of tea, and a warm, cozy blanket. On that note, I found a few blankets online that are made with organic materials. In fact, there are many reasons to choose organic over conventionally grown cotton. Environmentally speaking, conventional cotton farming uses large amounts of pesticides, herbicides and insecticides, which take a toll on the planet. Organic cotton is grown without the use of these chemicals, and it’s not subjected to the chemicals and harsh dyes that are often used in the traditional looming process either. What’s more, buying products made with organic cotton helps support organic farmers and gives conventional farmers a reason to convert.
So the next time you spend a lazy Saturday on the sofa, make sure it’s with a certified-organic blanket or throw. Here are a few that we like.
Organic Cotton Knit Throw ($49) from West Elm
Nantucket Organic Blanket ($135 -225) from Peacock Alley
Organic Cotton Woven Blanket ($69-109) from The Company Store
Organic Fireside Blanket ($128-198) from Gaiam
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While I agree with you that it is better to buy organic, I also feel consumers should focus on handwoven Items. Hanwoven items have no impact on the environment and create honest work.
Myself and Nolundi weave organic cotton/bamboo baby blankets, and they can be viewed on my etsy page. [and a well priced.]
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=16085567
Many thanks
Carle
lots of very good info I have placed a link to this site on my front page.