tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34261004714124712612024-03-13T14:51:39.090-07:00Mode Eco Sustainable Clothing BlogA blog focusing on resources for stylish, sustainable, and eco-friendly clothing.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-15043369748336458822015-03-29T21:39:00.000-07:002015-03-30T19:42:04.413-07:00Review - Prancing Leopard Organics - Corsica Yoga Crop Pants<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">I recently did a spotlight post on </span>Prancing Leopard Organics<span style="font-family: inherit;">, and I have </span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">had the pleasure of trying out their</span></span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> </span><a href="https://www.prancingleopard.com/corsica-organic-yoga-crop-pants.html" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">Corsica Yoga Crop Pants</a>.<span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;"> I have to say that I am very pleased with the excellent product as well as the customer service, sustainable packaging, and great presentation!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">The pants are unique in many ways... They are made with new high-performance organic fabric</span></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;"> called <a href="https://www.prancingleopard.com/zeugma-cotton/" target="_blank">Zeugma® Cotton</a>, which I hadn't heard of before:</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">When I took the pants out of the package, I could have sworn that they were made from at least 50% synthetic material, because of the feel and density of the fabric. It is hard to believe that they are 95% Organic Cotton! (I mean that in a good way!) The fabric is thick but comfortable... no show through with these babies!</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333;"><span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">I was intrigued by their </span></span><span style="color: #333333; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">triple-layer flapped knee, which I haven't seen anywhere else. The knees were comfortable, and it was nice to feel an extra couple layers of cushion for poses such as camel pose (Ustrasana). </span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">I have had the opportunity to wear them several times, and I am very happy with the look and performance. They are very comfortable, don't sag, and conform to my body nicely. I like the length (I am tall), and the slight flare at the hem. </span></span></span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">They are high quality, look great on, and are very forgiving. The waist does creep down on me a bit as I do my yoga routine - but that happens to me with other yoga pants as well. I am a pear shape, so I am sure it is due to my body structure. </span><br />
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">That said, I would have to say that they are just about the best fitting and most comfortable yoga pants I have ever had. I could easily wear them out in public without feeling they were inappropriate</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">... in true studio to street style! Thank you </span><a href="https://www.prancingleopard.com/" style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;" target="_blank">Prancing Leopard Organics</a><span style="color: #333333; font-family: inherit; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">!</span><br />
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Corsica Yoga Crop Pants</div>
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- Our original organic cropped yoga pants</div>
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Prancing Leopard Organics is a company after my own heart... They take activewear from studio to street with their stylish, organic active clothing line. I am a big proponent of "less is more", and being able to have a wardrobe that is multi-functional. I also have given up on any kind of clothing that is not comfortable to wear - in contrary to my teenage years when I suffered in great looking but torturous outfits! <span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">I also like and appreciate the fact that they don't use synthetic blends, only organic cotton blends for their clothing line.</span><br />
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About <a href="https://www.prancingleopard.com/" target="_blank">Prancing Leopard Organics</a>:</div>
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"We longed for clothing that would help us live a 360° organic lifestyle – comfortable and stylish enough to go from the cafe to yoga, then to meetings or an evening out without changing. We also care deeply about the earth’s future and open business practices — and so Prancing leopard sprung to life — organically.</div>
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Love, care and organic cotton: this is our passion. Our dream is really great clothing that intelligently supports a dynamic lifestyle and a company that endeavors to give back to the society, culture and the earth in every way. Balance.</div>
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To benefit both the wearer as well as the world, we chose organic fabrics. Our goal was to find the most beautiful fabrics, combining natural organic fibers with comfort and performance. Made with sustainable fibers to support organic farmers and sustainable farming practices."</div>
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<span style="color: #333333; font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">Calling all teachers!! If you are a Wellness Instructor who teaches 3+ classes a week, Prancing Leopard recognizes your work and effort with a 25% discount (on 2+ items totally $150 or more) in their Prancing Leopard Organics Teacher Program. You can fill out their acceptance form here: https://www.prancingleopard.com/teacher-program/ </span></div>
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Sustainability and generosity are not their only virtues - A percentage of their profits go to the <a href="http://www.prancingleopard.org/blog/?page_id=249" style="color: #333333;">Snow Leopard Trust</a>, dedicated to saving the rare and beautiful snow leopard from extinction. <span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">The snow leopard is the inspiration for their company name, and the company logo (which I love!) is a traditional representations from the remote countries of</span><span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;"> </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kazakhstan" style="color: #333333; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">Kazahkstan</a><span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;"> </span><span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">and the</span><span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;"> </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kyrgyzstan" style="color: #333333; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">Kyrgyzstan</a><span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;"> </span><span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">of that legendary animal.</span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">One word that comes to mind when I think of Prancing Leopard Organics is B-E-A-U-TIFUL! </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-91487628361237539042015-03-03T19:11:00.003-08:002015-03-03T19:11:34.507-08:00Earth 911 Post - Fashion LilieI wanted to share a post from Earth 911: Fashion Lilie - Changing the World Through Ethical Fashion.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-37761800809546037402015-02-25T16:16:00.003-08:002015-02-25T16:17:20.986-08:00Guest Post on EFW - Cozy Winter Ensembles for HimHey, hey! I have another guest post on Eco Fashion World - Cozy Winter Ensembles for Him. This post is about some stylish winter separates for men. Check it out!<br />
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~SonyaAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-868649251589362672015-02-08T10:55:00.000-08:002015-02-09T20:50:14.196-08:00Spotlight on EcoEnclose - Update!Update!!!<br />
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Some of you may have read my <a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=3426100471412471261#editor/target=post;postID=4578848691446221893;onPublishedMenu=allposts;onClosedMenu=allposts;postNum=12;src=postname" target="_blank">spotlight post</a> on the sustainable packaging company - EcoEnclose. I am now working for EcoEnclose in lovely Longmont, Colorado, as the Customer Service Specialist! Yes, I wear a hat of many colors. :) This is also a reason why I have not been posting as much... sorry about that!<br />
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Once again, I know that this is not directly correlated to sustainable clothing, but if you are buying sustainable clothing, then I hope that the businesses you purchase from will choose to use sustainable packaging. If not, please share our link and ask them to make the switch - We have the highest recycled content products available on the market! Businesses can also brand our products with their artwork or logos:<br />
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This is a REALLY fun place to work! My friends that I work with are all so talented, fun-loving, and committed - they truly believe in what they are doing which makes this business a success! It is nice to laugh at a random note or picture drawn on one of the cartons, to feel good about the eco products we use in the warehouse, or to listen to the witty banter of two comedians at work. Good for productivity... and good for the soul!<br />
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We custom make each and every box - no storing countless stock boxes that would take up another warehouse (and increase our footprint). Ordering is really easy via the website, where you can get instant quotes and order complimentary samples! There is no wholesale account required - anyone who is interested in purchasing sustainable packaging is able to do so through our website.<br />
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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/ecoenclose">https://www.facebook.com/ecoenclose</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-37954544143027039692015-02-05T12:31:00.002-08:002015-02-05T12:31:32.632-08:00Adventura SaleAventura Sale!<br />
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I find myself to be a person that avoids anything uncomfortable... whether it be physical or emotional. I am not the type to push myself, yet need others to push me out of my comfort zone. I think that it is the basic human condition to avoid "unhappiness" in any form, and to strive for comfort or "happiness". My studies in meditation and Buddhism challenge me to look at the current moment with a type of indifference. I can say, "I know that I am feeling pain, but let me take a look at this pain instead dwelling on the thought of getting rid of it." This doesn't mean that I can't try to be better or do better, or strive for a different reality. This means that we can't hold on to the thought that everything has to be perfect and make us feel "happy". I think once we accept that we will feel pain and pleasure, sadness and elation, and comfort and discomfort, we can throw away the expectation of always feeling "happy".<br />
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I started off with my beliefs on life and happiness because I find them to overflow in the realm of living a sustainable life. We are not always going to be comfortable when choosing the "right thing to do", especially when it comes to creature comforts that many in our modern world enjoy. When we choose to be sustainable, we may be riding our bike or walking out in the elements, and may have to "feel" cold, or even get wet. We may keep the thermostat down, or in some cases only use a fireplace or wood stove to heat our abode. We may choose to only eat what is available locally, instead of going out to buy those melons we have been craving in the middle of January. We may have to do much more physical work by growing our own food or working the land. We may also choose to only purchase used or organic clothing - or even challenge ourselves to not buy anything new for one year. This can lead us to feel like we are "doing without". But I think that is all a mindset, and something that we may need to change in ourselves, for the sake of our health and our planet.<br />
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I choose the path to sustainability because it is in my moral compass to do so. I find that the more I learn the more I feel that I need to change. Don't get me wrong - I am not an Eco Saint! But I try to do my best, and keep pushing myself to do more. By choosing organic and sustainable clothing, we can continue on this path and not get sidetracked by the pretty, packaged flowers in the deep dark woods. Get a little uncomfortable, you may just find comfort in it!<br />
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~SonyaAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-65704785962424239402015-01-03T09:05:00.001-08:002015-01-03T09:05:58.528-08:00Guest Post on EFW ecofashionworld - Cozy Winter Ensembles for HerHi All!<br />
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I have been working on a guest post for Eco Fashion World, and it is up! Please visit the following link for<b> Cozy Winter Ensembles for Her:</b><br />
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I hope everyone is happy and healthy in this new year - 2015!<br />
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~SonyaAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-42578937466001677892014-12-23T21:04:00.002-08:002014-12-23T21:04:21.748-08:00Spotlight on Indigenous - Fair Trade and Eco FashionINDIGENOUS is an organic and fair trade clothing manufacturer and retailer. You may have seen their adds on the internet, as they are one of the leaders in ethical fashion. Their beautiful and stylish clothing is made from fibers such as Alpaca wool, organic cotton, silk, and Merino wool. The clothing is hand made by artisans in South America giving many of the items a traditional yet modern flair. I have yet to acquire one of their pieces, but I am sure that any of the pieces would be a well used staple in a wardrobe.<br />
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"Each time you wear fair trade clothing, you are working to actively preserve artisan traditions while supporting fair wages and safe working environments. Designer fair trade clothing is the height of fashion, because it expresses your personal style while staying true to your morals. Because we’re all part of the fabric of humanity."<br />
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<a href="http://www.indigenous.com/">Indigenous</a> offers:<br />
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<li>Organic certified cotton, GOTS processing, and Oekotex 100 approved dyes</li>
<li>Womens and Mens line</li>
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Unfortunately, I haven't received approval for posting any photos of their beautiful clothing, but please check them out at the link above.<br />
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You can find Indigenous on the following social media sites:<br />
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/IndigenousDesigns">https://www.facebook.com/IndigenousDesigns</a><br />
<a href="http://www.pinterest.com/indigenous/">http://www.pinterest.com/indigenous/</a><br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/indigenous">https://twitter.com/indigenous</a><br />
<a href="https://plus.google.com/u/0/+IndigenousDesigns/posts">https://plus.google.com/u/0/+IndigenousDesigns/posts</a><br />
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/IndigenousDesigns">http://www.youtube.com/user/IndigenousDesigns</a><br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-69285995449824341962014-11-17T12:05:00.000-08:002014-11-17T12:05:18.309-08:00Fix It, Don't Trash ItToday we live in a throw-away society. Buy new and throw away the old is the mentality of many Americans. Why don't we just learn to fix what we have? What about upcycling or recycling? Think about how many items we throw away each year. What else could we do with them?<br />
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My blog focuses on resources for eco-friendly clothing, but that doesn't mean that I want to spread the message of consumerism. I understand that sometimes we cannot find something used, would like a new item, or need gifts for others. I want my readers to understand that my blog is about sustainability in the fashion industry, which also means reduce/reuse/recycle.<br />
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I fix or upcycle my families clothing whenever possible. I patch the knees on my kid's pants if they are in otherwise good condition. I mend holes in socks and wool thermals and fix rips in my husband's shirts. I take apart one garment and make another.<br />
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One problem that we face today is that many do not know how to sew, mend, or darn clothing. I am lucky enough that I do know how to sew, and can fix much of our clothing. I tend to lean towards a sustainable lifestyle, using less and enjoying the fruits of my labor. I love the thought of sitting by the fire on a chilly evening hand stitching clothing or knitting a new scarf. For those of you out there that long for a more sustainable lifestyle; take a sewing class, look at creative blogs on how to fix things, look to the older members of your family that may know how to teach you how to do things yourself. If you really aren't interested or don't have the time, enlist a seamstress or family member to have items fixed for you.<br />
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When I do have an item that is to worn or damaged to fix, I make cleaning rags, save the scraps and buttons for other projects, or give the good fabric parts to my daughter to sew with. (She is very imaginative!) We are thinking of making a prayer flag with our fabric scraps. See what you can do, and if you need inspiration, I recommend Google or Pinterest!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-32681436075497634452014-09-27T09:37:00.001-07:002014-09-27T09:38:49.537-07:00Spotlight on Gaiam<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Gaiam has been one of my favorite sustainable clothing resources. Since I lead an active lifestyle, I love style mixed with comfort. Their clothing allows me to go from studio to street with just adding a flowing top or wrap. Among other items, I have a lovely asymmetrical skirt from <a href="http://www.gaiam.com/">Gaiam</a> that has been in my wardrobe for years, and it is still one of my favorites. I just love the way it flows when I walk, and the soft fabric feels so sensual!<br />
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Gaiam is a lifestyle company, which offers casual and yoga/athletic clothing basics for women and men; as well as home goods, wellness products, fitness equipment, and videos. Gaiam even puts outfits together for you, on their "<a href="http://www.gaiam.com/must-have-looks/?topnav=true">Must Have Looks</a>" page. Below is their Organic Flow Wrap + Organic Flow Capri + Pima Flow Tank + Yoga Wrap Flat. You can purchase the whole outfit on one page - Can you say convenient?!<br />
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About Gaiam Life:<br />
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"Our name GAIAM was created as a fusion of the words Gaia — the name for Mother Earth in the Minoan civilization in ancient Crete — and “I am.” It symbolizes the interconnection of the Earth and all the life it sustains.<br />
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Gaiam (pronounced "guy-um") was founded on the concept of making decisions based on personal values that consider all aspects of our lives, as well as our impact on others and the planet, today and in the future. This concept is already shared by over 50 million people in the United States alone — and we believe that it is not just a trend, but a major cultural shift.<br />
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We see signs everywhere in today's life experience of how conscious lifestyle values — including social and environmental responsibility, health and wellness, and personal development — are driving more consumer purchase decisions and pervading an ever-wider range of venues, from mass-market grocery stores to online communities. We believe that a growing number of people have a desire for media and products that inspire them to expand their awareness and pursue positive change in their lives."<br />
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Please visit Gaiam on their <a href="http://www.gaiam.com/">website</a>, or connect via their <a href="http://blog.gaiam.com/">blog</a>, <a href="http://life.gaiam.com/">Gaiam Life</a>, <a href="http://www.gaiamtv.com/?utm_source=Gaiam&utm_medium=LandingPg&utm_campaign=GaiamFooter">Gaiam TV</a>, or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Gaiam">facebook</a> page.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-6970149601432403762014-09-23T06:56:00.000-07:002014-09-26T10:15:47.317-07:00Eco Friendly Business Spotlight - Thirsties, Inc.I would like to give a shout out to one of my favorite eco-friendly companies, <a href="http://www.thirstiesbaby.com/about-us/about-thirsties-baby">Thirsties</a>, Inc.. Thirsties is not a clothing company, but a cloth diaper manufacturer. Get this - they are manufactured right here in the USA, and most of the materials are sourced in the USA as well.<br />
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Cloth diapers are sustainable and eco-friendly, and the number of stylish choices for cloth diapers these days allow them to actually be an accessory to an outfit. Some may think that cloth diapers should not be seen, but have you seen the choices? Those super cute diaper covers make you want to forget the pants! Don't believe me? Check out the stylish choices available on the <a href="http://www.thirstiesbaby.com/products/cloth-diapers">Thirsties</a> website.<br />
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There are many different choices for cloth diapers in the market these days, but Thirsties is one of my favorites for many reasons. My good friend Erin Kimmett started Thirsties some years ago, with $100, a sewing machine, and a kitchen table. (I just love these stories about how people start their businesses in a garage, or in their kitchen! Oh, she sold the business, and started <a href="http://www.ecoenclose.com/">Eco Enclose</a> with her husband Dave! Wonderful people, doing great things for the earth.) Anyway, she built her company into one of the most popular cloth diaper brands in the world! Her quest for creating sustainable cloth diapers was an inspiration. The Merrill family who now owns the company is continuing to do so, going as far as to recycle the fabric scraps in the warehouse. I worked for the company for 5 years, and am impressed at the level of honesty, consideration, and sustainability the company upholds. Below is how Thirsties helps to decrease their footprint:<br />
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• Their warehouse is 100% powered by wind energy.<br />
• All carbon created in the transport of Thirsties products is 100% offset by Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).<br />
• All fabric and components are sourced as locally as possible, thereby cutting down on unnecessary transportation (not from China).<br />
• All cutting and sewing is completed locally as well so as to keep transport fuel consumption to a minimum (not from China).<br />
• Retail product packaging is produced in the USA with wind energy from FSC-certified paperboard.<br />
• Reduce, reuse and recycle! Packaging materials are reused and recycled. Any new packaging is made from the highest post-consumer content available. Our new EcoEnclose Poly Mailers are 100% biodegradable and break down even in landfills!<br />
• All in-house printing is done on recycled paper with 100% post-consumer content. Thirsties hang tags are printed in the USA on paper made with 35% post-consumer content.<br />
• We choose fabrics and design diapers that dry quickly and remain soft even when hung to dry to encourage our customers to retire their dryers.<br />
• We are proud to be a member of the Green America Green Business Network™, the oldest, largest, and most diverse network of socially and environmentally responsible businesses in the US.<br />
• The catalog is printed on FSC Certified 55/30% post-consumer content with soy inks which are VOC free.<br />
• All products are packed in boxes that are made of 100% recycled content<br />
• 100%of our scrap fabric is recycled and re-purposed for insulation and other uses.<br />
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I have wrestled with the fact that many cloth diapers are made from polyester/PUL, and other man-made materials. (I tend to be a purist and like all things natural and organic.) Thirsties does not offer any organic options at the moment, but hopefully someday that can change. They do offer a <a href="http://www.thirstiesbaby.com/products/cloth-diapers/duo-hemp-prefold/">Duo Hemp Prefold</a>, which is a wonderfully soft and absorbent cotton and hemp fiber diaper. The company works very hard at being sustainable, and if they offered organics that would just top the cake! There are pure and natural diapering options out there for those who only want natural materials. Wool covers and organic cotton diapers are available, which are as pure as you can get. As always, pay attention to the sustainability of the company and if imported, whether the products are Fair Trade. You can find ratings for cloth diapering products on <a href="http://www.diaperpin.com/">www.diaperpin.com</a>.<br />
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Need some facts on cloth diapers and the environment?<br />
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"Sixty times more solid waste and twenty times more raw materials, like crude oil and wood pulp, are used in the manufacturing of disposable diapers. In fact, 25 million trees are consumed and manufactured into baby diapers each year! As the third largest contributor to our landfills, all the toss-away diapers of today will still remain intact 500 years from now." Many people do not think about that, or choose to ignore it. Imagine, how many diapers are in the landfills right now!<br />
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I used cloth diapers for my 3 children, and I would do it all over again. The #1 worry that parents experience when contemplating cloth diapers is how to wash the diapers. Don't worry, the manufacturer or boutique employees can help with any questions you have, and Thirsties' <a href="http://www.thirstiesbaby.com/customer-center/contact-us">Customer Service</a> is one of the best in the business! They also have articles on the <a href="http://www.thirstiesbaby.com/blog/category/thirsties-therapy-help/">blog</a> for help with cloth diapering (I used to write them!) They are with you every step of the way. Yes, it is more work to wash the cloth diapers, but if you are using a well fitted and absorbent cloth diaper, you can avoid many leaks that can be experienced with disposable diapers. <br />
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The benefits of using cloth diapers are numerous, and look "Oh so cute" on the bum!<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-6021752628295029532014-09-07T11:12:00.004-07:002014-09-26T10:16:47.620-07:00Organic Children's Clothing Resources<span style="font-family: inherit;"><br /></span>
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awaited (on my part anyway!) article on Organic Children's Clothing Resources.
If you have searched for organic kids clothing, you will know how many hours it
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Although
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.abesmarket.com/natural-products/baby-and-kids/clothing.html"><span style="color: blue;">Abes
Market</span></a> (R): Onesies, Dresses, Pants,
Tees, Pjs, Socks, Tights, Caps/Hats, Accessories<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://bnatureorganic.com/"><span style="color: blue;">B
nature</span></a> </span> (M, R): Onesies, Pants,
Shirts, Tees, Rompers, Pjs, Caps/Hats, Accessories<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Indigo</span></a> </span> (R): Onesies, Dresses,
Sweaters, Socks, Caps/Hats, Mittens, Accessories<span style="color: #e46c0a; mso-style-textfill-fill-alpha: 100.0%; mso-style-textfill-fill-color: #E46C0A; mso-style-textfill-fill-colortransforms: lumm=75000; mso-style-textfill-fill-themecolor: accent6; mso-themecolor: accent6; mso-themeshade: 191;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.gardenkidsclothing.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Garden Kids</span></a> (M, R): Onesies,
Dresses, Pants, Shirts, Tees, Skirts, Shorts, Rompers, Pjs <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://shop.gogentlybaby.com/"><span style="color: blue;">gogentlybaby</span></a> (M, R): Dresses, Pants, Shirts, Skirts, Shorts, Rompers, Sweaters, Caps/Hats, Jackets, Scarves<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 3 months – 6 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.hannaandersson.com/search.aspx?search_for=Organic&fsb=y"><span style="color: blue;">Hannah
Andersson</span></a> (M, R): Pants, Tees, Skirts, Sweaters, Unders, Pjs, Tights, Caps/Hats,
Jackets <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Dresses, Pants, Tees, Shorts, Rompers, Caps/Hats, Mittens, Accessories<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: USA, South America<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.kusikuy.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Kusikuy</span></a>
(M, R): Shorts, Sweaters, Pjs, Caps/Hats,
Mittens, Scarves<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: Bolivia<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 0-12 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.levananaturals.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Levana Naturals</span></a> (R): Onesies,
Dresses, Pants, Shirts, Tees, Skirts, Shorts, Rompers, Sweaters, Unders, Pjs,
Socks, Caps/Hats <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 0-9 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.alittlelark.com/" style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: blue;">Little
Lark</span></a> (M, R): Onesies, Dresses, Pants, Shirts, Tees, Sweaters, Unders, Caps/Hats,
Jackets, Scarves, Accessories<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: <o:p></o:p></span></span><span style="font-size: 16px; line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">Unavailable</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 3 mos-12 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.maggiesorganics.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Maggies Functional Organics</span></a> (M, R): Socks,
Tights, Scarves <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: USA<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 0-10 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.nanasfinebaby.com/index.html"><span style="color: blue;">Nana's Fine Baby</span></a> </span>(R): Onesies,
Dresses, Pants, Shirts, Shorts, Rompers, Pjs, Caps/Hats, Accessories<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 0-8 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.naturewearorganics.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Nature Wear Organics</span></a> (R): Onesies,
Pants, Shirts, Tees, Shorts, Rompers, Socks, Tights, Jackets<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 3 months-9 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.nuiorganics.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Nui
Organics</span></a> (M, R): Onesies, Dresses,
Pants, Shirts, Tees, Skirts, Shorts, Rompers,
Sweaters, Unders, Pjs, Caps/Hats, Mittens, Scarves, Accessories<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: India, New Zealand, Korea,
Lithuania and Bulgaria<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 0-6 years<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-size: small; line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">*I received a prompt and courteous reply to inquiries.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://www.sagecreekorganics.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Sage Creek Organics</span></a> </span> (M, R): years Onesies, Dresses, Pants, Shirts,
Tees, Skirts, Shorts, Rompers, Pjs, Caps/Hats <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: India<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 0 - 8<o:p></o:p></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-size: small; line-height: 18.3999996185303px;">*I received a prompt and courteous reply to inquiries.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.seedlingkids.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Seedling Kids</span></a></span></u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="color: blue;"> </span> (M, R): Onesies,
Dresses, Pants, Shirts, Tees, Rompers<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: USA<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 3 months-8 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span><u><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.sproutsanfrancisco.com/shop/childrens-clothing"><span style="color: blue;">Sprout San Francisco</span></a></span></u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> (M, R): Onesies, Dresses, Pants, Shirts, Tees,
Skirts, Shorts, Rompers, Sweaters, Unders, Pjs, Socks, Tights, Caps/Hats,
Mittens, Coats, Jackets, Accessories<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: Peru, China, India, USA<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 0-4 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.thegreencreation.com/store/"><span style="color: blue;">The
Green Creation</span></a></span></u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> (M, R): Onesies,
Dresses, Pants, Shirts, Tees, Rompers, Pjs, Jackets, Accessories<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: Unavailable<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 0-6 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.theorganiccompany.com/store/c/7-Baby-Clothing.aspx"><span style="color: blue;">The Organic Company</span></a></span></u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> (R): Onesies, Pants, Shirts, Tees, Sweaters, Pjs,
Socks, Caps/Hats, Accessories<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 0-4 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Tomat</span></u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="color: blue;"> </span>(M, R): Onesies, Dresses, Pants, Shirts, Tees <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: USA<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 3 months – 4 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> </span><u><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></u></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.underthenile.com/underthenile/categorybyDept-205-1-All.htm"><span style="color: blue;">Under The Nile</span></a></span></u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> (M, R): Onesies, Dresses, Pants, Shirts, Tees, Rompers, Unders, Pjs, Caps/Hats, Mittens, Accessories<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: Egypt<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 0-6 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.woolino.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Woolino</span></a></span></u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> (M, R): Onesies, Pants, Pjs, Caps/Hats, Accessories<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: China<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 0-4 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><u><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><a href="http://www.xylemclothing.com/"><span style="color: blue;">Xylem</span></a></span></u><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> (M, R): Dresses, Pants, Shirts, Tees, Skirts </span><u><span style="color: blue; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p></o:p></span></u></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: USA<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 2-4 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<b><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Canadian Companies<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://www.minimioche.com/collections/mini-mioche-product"><span style="color: blue;">Minimoche</span></a>
(M, R): Onesies, Dresses, Pants,
Shirts, Tees, Skirts, Shorts, Rompers, Sweaters, Caps/Hats, Scarves, Accessories<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<div class="MsoNormal" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: #f2f2f2; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Made In: Canada<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Size Range: 0 – 6 years<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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of the day. Just be aware that popular items can sell out within an hour! You can subscribe to their email list to be emailed of their
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-39897565748729846632014-08-06T10:43:00.000-07:002014-08-06T10:43:16.503-07:00Checking InAfter a trip to Colorado; my eldest daughter graduating; packing up an RV and storage shed; having a moving sale; cleaning an 1800 sq ft house from top to bottom; and packing up my car; we set off to Oregon to travel with my husband. Now a month into a new traveling lifestyle we are settled as much as possible, and are enjoying having the family intact once again. I thank my regular readers for your understanding and patience through all the life changes. Keep your eye out for a new article I am working on - Organic Children's Clothing Resources. Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-78358652896632192462014-04-01T09:57:00.000-07:002014-09-26T10:19:52.972-07:00Organic Kids Clothing - Creating a Sustainable MarketFor many years I have been shopping for organic kids clothing. I have found few companies who make organic kids clothing. I think one problem is that the costs for producing organic goods at a fair wage price are much higher than most can pay. You can find organic baby clothing pretty readily, but I believe that is because babies don't wear out their clothing, and they can be reused/resold. After toddler age, kids become much harder on clothing, especially boys! The knees on my son's pants usually have holes within 3 months. They also become stained and worn quickly. If an organic pair of pants cost $40 or more but only last for 3 months, then that is not an option for most families.<br />
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So how do we make a sustainable and organic kids clothing market? First, I believe we need a switch in thinking; How many clothes do we really need? If we buy quality products, how much longer do they last? What price do we pay environmentally, socially, and health-wise when we buy conventional products? What about learning to repair clothing instead of throwing them away when they have a rip, tear, or hole? For those who have the time, what about making the clothing ourselves? I think that if we get back to the basics it would be much easier on our pocketbooks to purchase or even make organic clothing.<br />
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If we purchase from organic companies, the demand will increase. If the demand increases, there will be more options and resources. If we make it a point as much as possible to only buy used or organic clothing, we take the first step to creating a sustainable market.<br />
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2 pair play/school pants or shorts<br />
1 pair sport pants or shorts<br />
1 pair Sunday pants<br />
2 short sleeve tee shirts<br />
2 long sleeve shirts<br />
1-2 button-up shirts<br />
1 sweater<br />
1 pair pajamas<br />
1 bathrobe<br />
6 pairs socks<br />
6 briefs/boxers<br />
1 swimsuit<br />
1 warm hat, 1 sun hat<br />
1 pair gloves (seasonal)<br />
1 scarf (seasonal)<br />
1 sweatshirt or jacket<br />
1 coat (seasonal)<br />
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2 pair play/school pants or shorts<br />
1 skirt<br />
1 pair sport pants or shorts<br />
1-2 dresses<br />
2 short sleeve shirts or tees<br />
2 long sleeve shirts<br />
1 sweater<br />
1 pair pajamas<br />
1 bathrobe<br />
6 pairs socks<br />
6 panties<br />
1 swimsuit<br />
1 warm hat, 1 sun hat<br />
1 pair gloves (seasonal)<br />
1 scarf (seasonal)<br />
1 sweatshirt or jacket<br />
1 coat (seasonal)<br />
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2 pair play/school shoes<br />
1 pair Sunday shoes<br />
1 pair boots<br />
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The rules were that she had to wear the one dress each day, but could accessorize with vintage, handmade, reused, or donated pieces.<br />
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Now, I think this is quite a feat, and kudos to her! Wearing the same dress for a whole year would have been something that our great-great grandmothers maybe would have done due to necessity, but never really done by choice. Especially in the United States, we live in a time of excess. When I watch the show House Hunters, it always amazes me how some women say that the walk-in closets are not large enough to fit all of their clothing or shoes. What?!! Mine certainly would. I love fashion, but there is a limit to what you actually need and what is excessive.<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-4699162220105177702014-03-03T10:32:00.002-08:002014-09-26T10:26:04.698-07:00Blog Name and URL Change for Mode Eco BlogIn hopes to reach more readers, I have changed the name of the blog from Mode Eco Blog to Mode Eco Sustainable Clothing Blog. I apologize for any inconvenience!<br />
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The old web address was: <a href="http://modeecoblog.blogspot.com/">http://modeecoblog.blogspot.com/</a><br />
The new web address is: <a href="http://modeecosustainableclothingblog.blogspot.com/">http://modeecosustainableclothingblog.blogspot.com/</a><br />
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My friends at EcoEnclose have a vision to keep sustainable businesses eco-friendly in all aspects. I am sure that you can see the irony in purchasing a sustainable item that is given to you in a container made from virgin trees or petroleum.<br />
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I just can't say enough about Erin and Dave Kimmett, the owners of <a href="http://www.ecoenclose.com/">EcoEnclose</a>. Amazing company, amazing people. They will always treat you with respect, and know how to take care of their customers. They are committed to the environment, and have a passion for what they do. Kudos to them for all of their hard work to make this resource a reality! Oh, and did I mention that they source and manufacture almost everything in the USA?!<br />
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Now, I know that this company is not a clothing resource, but it is a resource for those companies that sell sustainable clothing. If you purchase sustainable clothing and their shipping containers are not eco-friendly, please share the EcoEnclose link with them and urge them to make the switch!<br />
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You can visit them on the following social media sites:<br />
<a href="http://www.pinterest.com/ecoenclose/">http://www.pinterest.com/ecoenclose/</a><br />
<a href="http://ecoenclose.blogspot.com/">http://ecoenclose.blogspot.com/</a><br />
<a href="https://twitter.com/ecoenclose">https://twitter.com/ecoenclose</a><br />
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/ecoenclose">https://www.facebook.com/ecoenclose</a><br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-33997460187969971812014-03-01T09:14:00.002-08:002014-09-26T10:28:45.721-07:00The Case for Organic Cotton by Green AmericaGREEN AMERICA is a wonderful resource for eco-friendly and sustainable living. Their National Green Pages are filled with sustainable businesses which have to meet certain qualifications to be listed. The Green American has many useful articles on eco-friendly living, and today I would like to share an excerpt from their article The Case for Organic Cotton with you:<br />
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"<span style="background-color: white; font-family: Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Conventional cotton farming is one of the most environmentally destructive agricultural practices—harming the air, water, soil, and farmers’ health and safety. The blame for that harm lies mainly with the huge amounts of pesticides used in conventional cotton farming. Although cotton occupies three percent of the world’s farmland, it uses more than ten percent of the pesticides, a category that includes herbicides, insecticides, and defoliants.</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">"</span><br />
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You can find sustainable and eco-friendly businesses in their National Green Pages: <a href="http://www.greenpages.org/">http://www.greenpages.org/</a><br />
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Sustainable living starts with awareness. It is very important for me to know not only if the item I am purchasing is organic, but how and where the raw materials are grown, how they are manufactured, and how and where they are finished. Using a guide such as the National Green Pages helps to make the eco-wise purchasing decisions without having to do all of the time consuming research yourself.<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-42116843931580121432014-02-26T07:52:00.000-08:002014-09-26T10:30:45.165-07:00Spotlight on Pashen<br />
While surfing the web for sustainable clothing resources, I came across the site <a href="http://www.ecofashionworld.com/">Eco Fashion World</a>, and in turn its owner and editor Magaly Fuentes-Sagan. This woman’s accomplishments and sustainable vision are inspiring, and I would like to spotlight her women’s clothing company <a href="http://www.pashencollection.com/">Pashen</a>.<br />
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Like what you see? You can follow Pashen on the following social media sites:<br />
Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pashencollection">https://www.facebook.com/pashencollection</a><br />
Blog: <a href="https://www.pashencollection.com/blog/">https://www.pashencollection.com/blog/</a><br />
Twitter: @followpashen<br />
Instagram: <a href="http://instagram.com/pashencollection">http://instagram.com/pashencollection</a></div>
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strands, or fabric braids that are sewn or tied at the end to form a circle or
oval shape. They can also be knit. Some can we worn at full length, or wound in
two or more loops to make the scarf fuller and shorter. They can be embellished
or plain, and are not just for women! In the case of the flat fabric scarves,
they can be pulled up as a hood or worn over the shoulders as a cape. American
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<a href="http://www.thecheesethief.com/2011/12/upcycled-sweater-to-hooded-circle-scarf.html">Upcycled
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How to Turn
a Normal Scarf into an Infinity Scarf in Just a Few Minutes by <a href="http://gimmesomeoven.com/style/how-to-turn-a-regular-scarf-into-an-infinity-scarf/">gimme
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I took a flat scarf that I purchased for the amazing price
of $1.00 at a flea market (score!) and turned it into an infinity scarf. It was
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I made a video on how to do this which you can find on
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-46466061281134916162014-01-14T09:18:00.003-08:002014-02-27T08:17:54.871-08:00Looking for Your CommentsLooking for comments on my posts to gauge what people are searching for. What are you looking for or want to know as far as organic or sustainable clothing is concerned?<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-73000191138477385742014-01-04T10:43:00.000-08:002014-09-26T10:41:15.599-07:00The Newest Additions to the Organic WardrobeSay Hello to the newest additions to the organic wardrobe.... the Marina Tunic in Slate, and the Mod Hoody Tunic/Dress in Mud. These two items are from the sustainable company <a href="http://www.earthcreations.net/">Earth Creations</a>. I have already worn these items a few times each, and am loving them! They are comfortable and stylish, and can be worn with leggings, skinny jeans, capris, or alone in the case of the Mod Hoody Tunic/Dress.<br />
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The Mod Hoody is warm, and super comfortable and soft. It is made from 66% bamboo, 28% organic cotton, and 6% spandex French terry. It is currently available in 4 colors, but I have the Mud color which I love. It is just the right length for me (I am 5'9"), and falls halfway between the thigh and the knee. (It covers the bum which is the purpose when you are wearing leggings underneath!) I was only disappointed in one aspect of the design - it says on the site that you can wear the cowl down over the shoulders, but it is much to tight to do that. I wear it as a neck cowl and still like it, but I would have enjoyed the option to slouch it over the shoulders.<br />
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The Marina Tunic is really cute, and it is currently available in 4 colors. They still have 3 discontinued colors which are on sale right now for $59.50 each (including the slate color below). It looks better on than it does in the photo below! I tend to stick to a gray/black palette for clothing with splashes of color here and there. I like the drape and the fit, but the hemp/organic cotton fabric is just a bit rough. It isn't to much so that it bothers me when I wear it, but certainly not as soft as the Mod Hoody. The tunic also has a hood which I could pull up if the beach gets a little to breezy. :)<br />
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All of Earth Creation's creations are colored with natural clay dyes, so they have a bit of a natural, faded effect. Be aware that the clothing will shrink if washed with hot water or dried on hot, so washing cold or warm and line drying would be best. Most of the clothing is made in Alabama, with a very small percent of the tee shirts made in Nicaragua.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04679641996537994854noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3426100471412471261.post-53460199550884899142013-11-24T20:05:00.002-08:002014-09-26T10:42:25.619-07:00Thrift - The Cheapest Way to SustainabilityLet's face it - Things cost a lot these days. It seems that we just work to pay the bills with not much left over. When we do start making more, we seem to spend more as well. The cycle never ends. I try to stay within a budget for everything, but it can be difficult when most organic products and food cost so much more than conventional.<br />
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I am not ashamed to tell you that the bulk of my closet is actually from thrift or consignment stores. Yes, I am a "second hand Rose". I buy used clothing. I have my favorite pieces that may or may not be purchased new. I have found many great items for $10 or less, unheard of in the world of organic clothing. Sustainable isn't just about organic, it is about where the item comes from, what it is made out of, and if it has a second life. In the case of thrift, I check what the items are made out of as well as if they are still trendy. But for me, they do not need to be organic if I am buying second hand. I am giving an item new life, and not supporting the company that made the item. I am supporting a business that reuses, repurposes, and recycles. That is green in my book. Plus, I spend a fraction of the cost of new organic goods. Don't get me wrong, many times the new organic clothing is worth the price, I just can't always pay that price. So before you go buy that new organic sweater you have been eyeing, go to the local thrift or consignment store to see what you can find first. You may be surprised! You can find used clothing at:<br />
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