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
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Lots to Say Baby – healthy pacifiers with a message
Heaven Sent, Volume Control, Pull to Sound Alarm, .calm, Snooze Button, No Comment, Too Cute, Do Not Disturb, Whine Connoisseur, Hi, Just Chillin.
Made by Lots to Say Baby in Germany, our new pacifiers are simply precious. Adorned with clever sayings like Heaven Sent, Volume Control, Pull to Sound Alarm and .calm, these pacifiers are BPA, Phthalate and PVC-free. Cute as a button and affordably priced, you’ll want to keep several on hand. They also make great gifts or “extras” tied to the top of your baby gift for the parents-to-be.
Made by Lots to Say Baby in Germany, our new pacifiers are simply precious. Adorned with clever sayings like Heaven Sent, Volume Control, Pull to Sound Alarm and .calm, these pacifiers are BPA, Phthalate and PVC-free. Cute as a button and affordably priced, you’ll want to keep several on hand. They also make great gifts or “extras” tied to the top of your baby gift for the parents-to-be.
Monday, June 15, 2009
If you have a toddler, you need an On-the-Go potty!
If you have ever taken a toddler on a trip or tried potty-training a youngster, then you know how inconvenient it can be to make sudden stops for that I-have-to-go-NOW potty break. With a portable on-the-go potty, however, you can travel trouble-free. This cute, colorful potty seat folds out so it can be inserted into the lid of an adult-sized toilet or, if space and circumstances allow, you can fold down the legs and use it as a stand-alone potty. Great for busy families, the on-the-go potty is a must for every parent!
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Area linens are heavenly!
Cypriana just started carrying the PEARL line of area linens, a heavenly line of all-natural sheets and pillowcases. Available in three natural colors (cement, ivory and shadow), these luxuriously soft linens are made from 100% organic cotton sateen. In addition, the sheets are not available in sets so mixing and matching is easy. Choose the sizes and colors you want!
These sheets may be a little pricier than standard household linens, but they are made to last and are so wonderfully soft. They’re clean, simple and worth it.
These sheets may be a little pricier than standard household linens, but they are made to last and are so wonderfully soft. They’re clean, simple and worth it.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Kalencom Diaper Bags are eco-friendly and stylish!
Who says you can be “green” or stylish, but not both? At Cypriana, we believe you can be! That’s why we feel fortunate to have found Kalencom’s diaper bags. These bags are so beautiful and versatile, you won’t even know they are diaper bags. In fact, you could use one as a gym bag, work tote or a weekend carryall. We now offer several of the trendy and classic styles at competitive prices, so please stop by.Aside from being stylish and functional, we love the Kalencom diaper bags because they are eco-friendly. They are free of AZO dyes and contain no phthalates! Treat yourself – and your baby – to a great new bag from Cypriana!
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Leave Dirt at the Door: How Taking Off Your Shoes Can Improve Your Health
By Laura Dern
In many cultures it's customary to remove your shoes before entering a home for spiritual or practical reasons.
And as a mom, I encourage the practice because I want a clean home. But taking off your shoes not only helps keep your home cleaner, it also helps keep it healthier. Think about it. Where have the bottom of your shoes been? If you've stopped to fill up your car, you can track home gasoline on your feet. If you've walked through a freshly treated lawn or putting green, you can track home toxic pesticides and chemical fertilizers. Seemingly benign dirt can have traces of lead in it. You walk through it, then you walk through your home leaving traces on your rug, your baby crawls past, and then stops to put her hand in her mouth. Get the picture?
The professional cleaning industry estimates that we track 85% of the dirt in our homes in from the outside on our shoes or paws of pets. In a recent warning about lead exposure, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) specifically recommends that shoes remain outside the house. According to a report called The Door Mat Study, lead-contaminated soil from the outside causes almost all the lead dust inside homes. It notes that wiping shoes on a mat and removing them at the door cuts lead dust by 60 percent. The study explains that limiting the amount of dust and track-in may also help reduce exposure to lawn and garden pesticides, wood smoke and industrial toxins, mutagens, dust mites, and allergens.
Wiping our shoes off as we enter the home reduces the amount of contaminated dirt tracked in. Large mats, that cover two or three strides, will ensure that even those that refuse to wipe will leave most of the dirt clinging to their shoes on the mat rather than your carpet
The BEST solution is to take off your shoes as you enter your home. It is a good excuse to buy some great socks or slippers. And your flooring will stay clean as well as keep dirt and potential toxic threats from getting into carpets. If going shoeless is not acceptable to family members, suggest that they wear house shoes (that don't go outside), slippers or socks.
And walking around in soft slippers, socks, or barefoot does another wonderful thing - it helps us relax and unwind.
Sources:
EPA, Lead in Paint, Dust and Soil
Housekeeping Solutions, Floor Care: Rolling Out the Welcome Mat
Small Property Owners of America, The Door Mat Study
Susan Thomas, owner
Cypriana ~ the natural home store
In many cultures it's customary to remove your shoes before entering a home for spiritual or practical reasons.
And as a mom, I encourage the practice because I want a clean home. But taking off your shoes not only helps keep your home cleaner, it also helps keep it healthier. Think about it. Where have the bottom of your shoes been? If you've stopped to fill up your car, you can track home gasoline on your feet. If you've walked through a freshly treated lawn or putting green, you can track home toxic pesticides and chemical fertilizers. Seemingly benign dirt can have traces of lead in it. You walk through it, then you walk through your home leaving traces on your rug, your baby crawls past, and then stops to put her hand in her mouth. Get the picture?
The professional cleaning industry estimates that we track 85% of the dirt in our homes in from the outside on our shoes or paws of pets. In a recent warning about lead exposure, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) specifically recommends that shoes remain outside the house. According to a report called The Door Mat Study, lead-contaminated soil from the outside causes almost all the lead dust inside homes. It notes that wiping shoes on a mat and removing them at the door cuts lead dust by 60 percent. The study explains that limiting the amount of dust and track-in may also help reduce exposure to lawn and garden pesticides, wood smoke and industrial toxins, mutagens, dust mites, and allergens.
Wiping our shoes off as we enter the home reduces the amount of contaminated dirt tracked in. Large mats, that cover two or three strides, will ensure that even those that refuse to wipe will leave most of the dirt clinging to their shoes on the mat rather than your carpet
The BEST solution is to take off your shoes as you enter your home. It is a good excuse to buy some great socks or slippers. And your flooring will stay clean as well as keep dirt and potential toxic threats from getting into carpets. If going shoeless is not acceptable to family members, suggest that they wear house shoes (that don't go outside), slippers or socks.
And walking around in soft slippers, socks, or barefoot does another wonderful thing - it helps us relax and unwind.
Sources:
EPA, Lead in Paint, Dust and Soil
Housekeeping Solutions, Floor Care: Rolling Out the Welcome Mat
Small Property Owners of America, The Door Mat Study
Susan Thomas, owner
Cypriana ~ the natural home store
Friday, May 22, 2009
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Thursday, May 21, 2009
Cypriana prefers organically-grown cotton
At Cypriana, we prefer organically-grown cotton because it is not treated with pesticides, herbicides or petroleum-based fertilizers. In addition, organic cotton doesn’t use genetically-engineered seed, so it isn’t a genetically-modified organism (GMO).
There has been some controversy surrounding the effects to humans of using GMOs on an ongoing basis. Infants and children are especially susceptible to any harmful effects of GMOs, because they are growing and changing at a rapid rate and have fewer defenses against the toxins contained in GMOs.
Recently, however, fiber farmers in the United States, Egypt, India and other countries have been raising cotton organically without the use of costly, often ineffective and dangerous chemicals. Many growers and manufacturers of organic fabrics are devoted to developing alternative sources of the world’s favorite natural fiber.
As part of our commitment to making the world a healthier place, Cypriana will offer its customers products made with organically-grown cotton whenever possible.
Cypriana ~ the natural home store
There has been some controversy surrounding the effects to humans of using GMOs on an ongoing basis. Infants and children are especially susceptible to any harmful effects of GMOs, because they are growing and changing at a rapid rate and have fewer defenses against the toxins contained in GMOs.
Recently, however, fiber farmers in the United States, Egypt, India and other countries have been raising cotton organically without the use of costly, often ineffective and dangerous chemicals. Many growers and manufacturers of organic fabrics are devoted to developing alternative sources of the world’s favorite natural fiber.
As part of our commitment to making the world a healthier place, Cypriana will offer its customers products made with organically-grown cotton whenever possible.
Cypriana ~ the natural home store
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
"Think Spring" with Slipcovers from Cypriana
Now that spring is here, many of us are anxious to see the sunshine, plant some flowers or greenery, and do our proverbial “spring cleaning.” Whether you are cleaning house or just clearing the mental cobwebs, spring is also a great time to try a new look for your home.If you are ready to put away those heavier winter fabrics and try a lighter look this season, consider recovering your furniture or having slipcovers made for your pillows, duvet or bedding. Slipcovers are an easy, affordable way to revamp your look for spring!
Stop by Cypriana to see our selection of traditional and organic fabrics. With hundreds of fabrics to choose from in a variety of price ranges, you’re sure to find a design that you love.
Think spring,
Susan Thomas
Cypriana ~ the natural home store
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
The Many Benefits of Cloth Diapers
New parents have a lot to think about, including the choice between cloth and disposable diapers. This decision must be based on what is best for you and your baby, and I encourage you to think about using cloth diapers.Today’s cloth diapers are very different from the leaky, bulky, inconvenient diapers of the past. The modern cloth diaper is available with different absorbent liners, disposable liners and outer waterproof covers. Cloth, especially organic cotton, tends to be gentler on baby’s sensitive skin and has the added benefit of causing less environmental damage. While protecting your baby’s bottom, you can protect your own bottom line knowing that cloth diapers cost less over a two or three year period than disposables.
If you find cloth diapers to be the best choice for your family, consider the Mother-ease Diaper system available at Cypriana. These diapers are available in 100% organic cotton and are manufactured using 100% green power.
Read our October 21, 2008 blog post, “Mother-ease Diaper System Now at Cypriana” to learn more about this environmentally-friendly choice for your baby’s diapering needs.
Susan Thomas
Cypriana ~ the natural home store
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