“When you watch the commercials you can tell they’re made of cheap stuff,” says my astute oldest daughter about the fleece blanket sensation known as the Snuggie™. “The people wearing them are just so cheesy, like the man in the leopard one who says he’s so glad he found a fun designer print that suits his personality.”

Snuggie consumers proudly wear the Made-in-China label on their sleeves, not considering the synthetic polyester fabric they’re breathing in all the while they’re adjusting their thermostats in the thin, robe-like throws. I find they …

Tags: bedding , blankets , breast cancer , cotton , decor , design , fleece , flu , home , organic , polyester , robes , toxins

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The color purple ruled last fall and it’s still raining plums, eggplants and violets in the interior world. From chairs to carpets, pillows and bedding, the deep wine country shade is being harvested in cool pads everywhere.

Here are some ripe picks from the groovy grape file:

Fruitful Folds: Designer Dror Benshetrit should take pride in his Peacock chair exhibited at the recent ICFF 2009 in New York. Designed for Cappellini, no weaving, sewing or upholstery glue was applied to the comfortable lounge seat with a price tag too high …

Tags: bedding , chairs , cotton , decor , duvets , Fall color , felt , furniture , grape , organic , pillows , Purple , rugs , upcycle , wallpaper , wool

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In light of the recent survey finding many of us secure a better night’s sleep in separate cocoons, it might pay to return to the days of twins. You know, lie back and watch a show, roll over for fun, head home to your crib for a snooze so you can get up for work. Just like dating!

Think of the fun of sneaking into the resting chamber of your better half for a “hello stranger” kinda session, while saving all kinds of bucks on the bedding ’cause twin …

Tags: bedding , budget , contemporary design , couples , custom , dating , decor , desing , eco , green , marriage , mattreses , rattan , retro , romance , sex , sleep , sleep disorders , Twin beds , upholstery , wood

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A unique alternative to a duvet cover, the Kalamkari bedding accents will add a trendy touch without making your sleep spot too busy.

Created by skilled craftsmen employing a centuries-old Indian tradition comprised of 15 painstaking steps, this chic set takes 40 days in the making. Talented artisans use specially carved teak tools to hand-press a myriad of elaborate designs onto sun-bleached organic cotton with all-natural dyes. So, not only will your bed be modish and green, it will be infused with culture as well. (On sale at …

Tags: artisan , bedding , Ikat , Kalamkari , organic , VivaTerra

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Seems everyone is getting in shipshape for spring with crisp navy blues and whites – guided by map-themed pillows and illuminated by the glow of romantic hurricane lighting. I’ve always been a sucker for a sailor dress. So ship and flag wallpaper and blue-and-white striped rugs really float my boat!

Here’s what I roped in from some of the sea-worthy (and green) home decor sources:

From sea to shining sea, it’s better to shop with a reusable tote (too many consumers are still not following rank), like this nautical one made of …

Tags: bedding , fish vases , jute , Nautical , organic cotton , pillows , raffia , shell wreaths , sustainable design , vintage wallpaper , VivaTerra

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If it’s possible to lust after vintage linens, then I’m a lech! I have a closet in my dressing room specifically for storing my little secret. Included is an amazing collection of embroidered pillowcases and dishtowels my Grandma Zelda made back in the day at her lake house in Wisconsin. I also have various quilts and blankets amassed over the years, some I continue to use when forced to go downstairs to watch TV when I cannot sleep at night.

I’m always happy to stumble upon old cotton and linen treasures, either at secondhand …

Tags: bedding , blankets , pillows , quilts , UK , vintage , vintage scarves

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You spent a month’s pay on a deluxe organic mattress and maintain that it is worth every last cent, even when your pals give you a hard time for such a splurge. But, the proof of the pudding is in the eating. After all, you sleep more soundly each night and awake every morning with an extra burst of energy. And you feel great knowing you’re not breathing in those nasty toxic chemicals. Plus, for a price so steep, it’s bound to last a lifetime, right?

Well, not …

Tags: bedding , eco , furniture , mattress , preservation , preserve , save , sleep

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We’ve all woken up in a funk before, and it’s no mystery that how you sleep at night has a huge impact on your attitude for the day. That’s why your bed is one place where you shouldn’t hesitate to splurge. With the perfectly plush 10,000 Foot Organic Cotton bedding, there is no such thing as the wrong side of the bed.

Soothing earth tones and natural textures will lull you to sweet, refreshing sleep. The inspiration behind these brilliantly simple designs? A bird’s eye view of California’s stunning San …

Tags: bedding , decor , linens , organic cotton , VivaTerra

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I’m tickled pink that the Bay Area company Serena & Lily – which names its collections with offbeat girl and boy names (Maggie, Hazel, Rye, Lulu) -  has now introduced a new organic line, climbing on the green bandwagon and responding to what customers want in the nursery.

“It’s about making healthy, responsible choices for us, our children, for our families, and for the planet,” says the growing home design company. “People need to know the story behind each product – where it comes from, how it’s made and …

Tags: baby , bedding , cotton , design , family , green , home , linens , organic , recycled , Serena & Lily , textiles

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