Taking the greening of her home one step further, Girlawhirl's decided to purchase sheets made from organically grown and eco-friendly fabrics. She recently heard that using sheets made from conventionally grown cotton meant that she was surrounded by pesticide residue and other chemicals as she slept. And while a quick web search put that fear to rest - as long as her conventionally grown cotton sheets haven't been treated with anti-wrinkle finishes that contain formaldehyde or silicone sizing - she still likes the idea of sleeping on sheets that are good for the earth…
And it's a perfect time to buy because it's the time of the year for White Sales and lots of places are introducing their new spring home collections. One of Girlawhirl's favorite spots for bedding, Garnet Hill, has just introduced organic cotton sheets at excellent prices. Check out what Girlawhirl found as she searched for organic and other eco-friendly bedding:
• With the introduction of Garnet Hill's organic bedding, Girlawhirl can step -and sleep - softly into the world of organic sheets. The Terra Comfort Organic Percale Bedding is not much more expensive than the sheets she usually purchases here and since they're sold separately, rather than in sets, she can mix them with some of her old favorites as she likes. The organic collection is rounded out with organic down comforter covers and pillow cases and an organic cotton jacquard blanket.
Terra Comfort Organic Percale Bedding
100 % Organic Cotton - 220 thread count
Natural/Olive or White/Faded Indigo
Sold separately, including extra cases, shams and comforter covers
$30-$140
garnethill.com
• These Organic Cotton Sateen Sheet Sets give Girlawhirl a different set of options. The sateen weave creates a smoother feel, but they're a little pricier and sold only in sets.
Organic Cotton Sateen Sheet Sets
100 % Organic Cotton - 250 thread count
Ivory, Chocolate, White, Sandstone, Autumn Orange
Sold in Sets
$177 - $256
vivavi.com
• For over the top luxury, along with an over the top price, the Bellissimo Italian Linens sold at Anna Sova are something Girlawhirl dreams about. They're 460 thread count and made in Italy using old world finishing techniques. No toxic fertilizers or pesticides were used to grow the cotton and the fabric hasn't been treated with dioxin bleaches, optical whiteners or heavy metal dyes.
Bellissimo Italian Linens
100 % Organic Cotton - 460 Thread Count
Sold in Sets, with extra cases, shams and duvet covers
White, Cream, Espresso, Marigold, Raspberry, Champagne
$78-$531
annasova.com
• Gaiam mixes soft bamboo fibers with organic cotton to create Bamboo and Organic Cotton Bedding. Woven into a floral jacquard pattern in a sateen weave, these solid sheets are soft and luxurious. And during the Gaiam Green Sale - through January 31st, 2008 they're on sale.
Bamboo and Organic Cotton Bedding
50% Bamboo/50% Organic Cotton ? 250 thread count
Natural
Sold Separately
$28-$160
gaiam.com
Organic cotton flannel sheets are also on sale during Gaiam's Green Sale. From stripes to leaf patterns and solids, Girlawhirl needs go no further to create a cozy winter cocoon in her bedroom.
• And underneath it all a foundation of a wool mattress pad and on top, pillows made from organic cotton, hemp and kapok seed pods and a comforter made from Cleandown™ or organic wool will keep her warm and comfortable. Gaiam's Green Sale is full of eco-friendly bedding items at 25% off.
Assorted items and prices