What do you give the graduate?

When I think of summer, I think of graduations and what a promising time of life that it is. It is such an exciting time of renewal and adventure as students move on to the next phases of their lives. Knowing what to get your favorite graduate can be challenging though. Will he be going off to college or traveling? Is she furnishing her first apartment, or moving across the country for her first job?

No matter what your graduate will be doing next, a DreamSacks comforter or throw is an ideal gift. Made with bamboo, DreamSacks products are a thoughtful way to wrap your graduate in warmth and softness, no matter where life takes him or her. DreamSacks come in a handful of neutral colors to match any décor and style, and they wash up beautifully. If you’ve never felt bamboo fabric, stop by Cypriana today to see why DreamSacks make perfect graduation gifts. One touch and you’ll be convinced!

Cypriana ~ the natural home store

Cypriana Brings a “Green” Twist to Downtown Kent

Frustrated with trying to find natural and organic products, Susan Thomas created her own solution. She opened Cypriana ~ the natural home store at 205 First Avenue South in downtown Kent last fall. At Cypriana, Susan offers local shoppers an alternative to traditional products which often contain harmful chemicals and artificial ingredients. Instead, the environment-savvy shopper can find an array of natural and/or certified organic products for the home, including:

- DreamSacks bedding – luxuriously soft bedding made from bamboo
- Nandina towels – plush bath linens that are hypoallergenic, anti-microbial and eco-friendly
- Organics for baby – Under the Nile, EcoBaby Organics, Mother-ease diapers, and more
- Running Wild Spirit soaps and lotions – handmade in Washington

In addition to these and other natural products, Susan makes custom slipcovers in traditional and organic fabrics, as well as personalized embroidery. If you’re looking for a way to update your home’s look without replacing your furniture, stop by Cypriana to see all of the custom decorating options available.


Susan Thomas
Cypriana ~ the natural home store

Bamboo as a natural alternative

Typically thought of as the foodstuff of panda bears or a lovely addition to ornamental gardens or home décor, bamboo has been making a mainstream appearance in many fabrics. Derived from the pulp of the bamboo plant, bamboo is able to form long, strong fibers which are soft and durable, making bamboo the perfect natural fabric for your home.

In addition, the cultivation of bamboo is eco-friendly due to unique characteristics of the plant, including its natural anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties, as well as a dramatic growth rate, yielding a sustainable crop that replenishes the harvested plant material immediately.



Health Benefits of Bamboo

- Naturally anti-microbial
- Acts as a natural barrier against the sun’s UV rays
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Bamboo is Eco-Friendly

- Grows up to one foot per day without the use of fertilizers
- Pest-resistant, preventing chemical use during cultivation
- Absorbs fives time as much carbon dioxide and releases 35% more oxygen compared to equivalent
- Upon harvest, the remaining plant continues to grow without replanting.

Bamboo Fabric

Bamboo fabrics drape like silk, but are machine washable and resist wrinkling naturally. The fibers are porous allowing them to absorb moisture better than traditional fabrics (see our Nandina® towels, which contain a unique blend of bamboo and cotton). The soft, smooth texture is a luxurious material suitable for bedding - feel our DreamSacks® sheets.

Cypriana ~ the natural home store

Green Gifts for Everyone on Your List!

Give “green” gifts this Christmas to surprise everyone on your list with delightfully natural and organic products from Cypriana. Here are some great gift ideas that are good for you and the environment!

DreamSacks® bedding: Our luxurious DreamSacks® sheets, pillow shams and throws are wonderfully soft and pesticide free. Made from bamboo, this luxurious bedding comes in your choice of white, chocolate, natural, blue and green. Once you’ve felt bamboo bedding against your skin, nothing else will do.



Nandina towels®: Made from a natural blend of certified organic cotton and plantation-grown bamboo, Nandina towels® are naturally hypoallergenic, anti-microbial and eco-friendly. Cypriana offers the plush towels in several sizes and styles and in dozens of colors. These towel sets make lovely gifts.




Under the Nile® babywear: Surprise the expectant mother on your list with organic gifts for baby. Made with 100% certified Egyptian cotton, our Under the Nile® line features adorable baby gowns, one and two-piece outfits, towels, bibs and more.



Do you have a hard-to-buy-for shopper on your list? No problem. We’ll make it easy for you. Choose a Cypriana gift card so the shoppers on your gift list can make their own selections. Available in varying denominations. Avoid the mall rush and stop by Cypriana for your shopping today! We’ll show you how easy it is to be green.

Cypriana ~ the natural home store
Now with layaway, gift registries and gift cards

Reminder - Cypriana Grand Opening is This Weekend!

Come join us for Cypriana's Grand Opening Celebration this weekend:

Friday, October 17 (4 to 7 p.m.)
Saturday, October 18 (1 to 4 p.m.)

We’ll have delicious refreshments, drawings every hour, and new products on display including DreamSacks, Nandina® towels, Miessence® certified organic body products, Ecobaby Organics, Under the Nile, Mother-ease and more!

To RSVP, contact Susan Thomas at sthomas@cyprianahome.com.

Hope to see you there!

Cypriana's Grand Opening Scheduled for October 17 – 18!

Come join us for our Grand Opening Celebration on Friday, October 17 (4 to 7 p.m.) and Saturday, October 18 (1 to 4 p.m.). We’ll have delicious refreshments, drawings every hour, and new products on display including DreamSacks, Nandina® towels, Ecobaby Organics and more!

To RSVP, contact Susan Thomas at sthomas@cyprianahome.com.

Hope to see you there!

Cypriana Offers Natural and Organic Products

We've been open just a little over a week now. If you haven't had time to stop in, I hope you will. In addition to our custom-made slipcovers, Cypriana offers a nice line of bedding, bath towels, lotions and soaps, organic baby items and handmade jewelry.

One of our premier selections are our DreamSacks, wonderfully soft, pesticide-free bamboo sheets. Available in white, chocolate, natural, blue and green, these machine washable sheets make a wonderful gift or a luxurious treat for your bedroom.

Check back soon for more product highlights!