Monthly Archived on October 2018

Eileen Fisher is known for her sophisticated eco-fashion line but did you know that she also designs home goods? Her super-soft stone-washed organic coverlets and shams are made in Portugal and act as timeless neutrals for your bedroom with an interesting hint of texture.

While green and blue are traditionally the two colors that work best in tropical bedrooms vibrant shades of orange and pink also blend in beautifully with this rich decorating style.

West Elm also makes an array of GOTS-certified organic cotton sheets and shams in fun prints and textures like an energetic Ikat and a billowy pintuck. The patterns can be purchased as a set but we think it’s a lot more fun to mix and match!

While green and blue are traditionally the two colors that work best in tropical bedrooms vibrant shades of orange and pink also blend in beautifully with this rich decorating style.

Have you heard about lamb “down” pillows and comforters as an alternative to fowl feathers which are often harvested in a way that is harmful to ducks and geese? Holy Lamb Organics produces its eco-wool comforters pillows and other bedding in the USA using exclusively organic cotton fabric and domestic wool local to the Pacific Northwest without the use of dyes chemicals or synthetic fillers.

With more and more folks opting to live in cozier urban quarters murphy beds have been increasing in popularity as a way to fit all of the necessities of life into a studio apartment.

The Company Store’s luxurious 180-thread count organic shams duvet covers and sheets place just as much emphasis on comfort as they do on the quality of the organic cotton percale they’re made of. In addition to meeting Global Organic Textile Standards (GOTS) they’re available in a bevy of soothing prints.

Casa Kids’ Double Tuck Compact Bunk Beds are named for the fact that they tuck into a small 13 3/4″ deep cabinet when they’re not in use. Even the ladders fold up along with the beds!

Reclaimed wood is often the popular choice in the case of lovely bedroom barn doors as it is eco-friendly easier on the wallet and brings an ‘aged elegance’ to the room instantly.

In fact minimalism is an inherent feature of this style making it absolutely perfect for contemporary homes that love to veer towards the minimal. But over time creative designers and homeowners have cleverly combined other styles with the Nordic approach to decorating to create a multitude of styles that brings a distinct personality to each setting.

As taxing as the whole experience can be at the end of the day an expression of joy on their faces is all it takes for us to feel that the entire topsy-turvy ride was worth it all!

It’s true that some wall beds can be cost-prohibitive but check out this version built by the folks over at Your Modern Family for under just $150. It took them about four hours using materials you can find readily available at the hardware store like 2X4s plywood and door hinges.

As taxing as the whole experience can be at the end of the day an expression of joy on their faces is all it takes for us to feel that the entire topsy-turvy ride was worth it all!

If you’re happy with your existing bedding and just want to accent it with a few throw pillows Live Good’s 100% Certified organic line is a great option that also supports California artisans and local agriculture. Plus you can feel good knowing that all of their goods are devoid of pesticides synthetic fertilizers and irradiation.

Styles such as coastal nautical and tropical are pretty close to one another and each one of them easily borrows from the other. Blue is a great color for all three of those themes and wall murals and decals inspired by ‘island life’ can further take the bedroom down the coastal route.