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Let's Talk Bamboo for Sheets to Clothing to Furniture

2010-01-29T11:34:00.002-06:00

A popular species of bamboo that is used for everything from clothing to flooring to furniture is Moso bamboo. Moso bamboo is the most valuable and sustainable species of bamboo in the world.

Amazingly, it regenerates over 100 feet in height in less than 6 months. In this time it grows to its full diameter. Yet it takes another 3 to 4 years for its stalk to mature into a hardness that can be utilized for production. Moso bamboo is one of the strongest building materials known, having been used for construction for over 5,000 years.

For greater detail, see our full length article on bamboo for clothing, sheets, and towels

Be sure to check out the variety we offer in our Sustainable Bamboo Furniture, our bamboo clothing, robes, sheets, and towels, and our blends of bamboo and Organic cotton clothing.

Give the Babies in Your Life a Safe, Healthy Start

2009-12-02T07:00:00.001-06:00

Certified Organic Cotton Toys

Great for Holiday Gifts!

Soft, Safe and Adorable

100% Certified Organic Cotton stuffing and fabric makes these toys soft and safe for that special little someone. They are dyed with fun, bright colors using only non toxic and eco friendly dyes.

Plush and snuggly, these eco-friendly toys are chemical, toxins and pesticide free for a healthy family and home. Now, when you own these toys, you and someone you care about can enjoy worry-free, safe and fun playtime!

100% Organic Cotton Stuffed Toy Rattles with Taggies

100% Organic Cotton Baby Rattles

100% Organic Cotton Toy, Pony with Taggies

100% Organic Cotton Stuffed Monkey and Baby Blanket

100% Organic Cotton Stuffed Baby Toy Frog

Safe and Healthy Sleep

2009-11-26T23:08:00.000-06:00

Certified Organic Merino Wool/Cotton

Comforters and Mattress Pads

For Adult Beds and Baby Cribs

Certified Organic fine merino wool adult comforters, adult mattress pads, baby crib comforters, and baby crib mattress pads gives you peace of mind and comfort when you need it most, bedtime!

Rest comfortably knowing you and your loved ones are wrapped in certified organic, chemical free, Merino wool.

These bedding products are perfectly appropriate year-round comfort, since Organic wool stays cool and breathable in summer, while plush and warm in winter.

Give them as a gift or own them for yourself.

Certified Organic Cotton is used for the outer fabric for noticeably soft and eco-friendly durability.

With so many Organic certifications and quality compliances including Fair Trade, this Organic bedding is inspiring, responsible, and a positive choice for making your home and planet that much more sustainable.

Certified Organic Wool Comforters
Adults and Babies

Certified Organic Wool Mattress Pads
Adults and Babies

ALERT: Your Action is requested to support a bill in the U.S. House of Representatives to allow Hemp Farming in the U.S.

2009-10-26T16:15:00.000-05:00

Please click on this link to Take action and write to your Representative to support Hemp Farming in the U.S.

Let's be totally clear right up front. Supporting Hemp Farming allows the farming of non-psychoactive hemp that is used for food, seed, and clothing. Hemp is used and sold for all these purposes in the U.S. but the hemp, which is grown in all other industrialized countries, has to be imported because it is illegal, at this time, to grow it in the U.S.

Obviously we support this legislation since we sell hemp clothing in our store that carries the best eco clothing, organic bedding, and bamboo furniture at http:www.YesItsOrganic.com.

Here's some background:

In 2005, we reached a major milestone. For the first time since the federal government outlawed hemp farming in the United States, a federal bill was introduced that would remove restrictions on the cultivation of non-psychoactive industrial hemp.

At a Capitol Hill lunch on June 23, 2005 marking the introduction of H.R. 3037, the "Industrial Hemp Farming Act of 2005," Congressional staffers were treated to a delicious gourmet hemp lunch while listening to various prominent speakers tout the myriad benefits of encouraging and supporting a domestic hemp industry.

The bill was written with the help of Vote Hemp by chief sponsor Rep. Ron Paul (R-TX), and it garnered 11 additional co-sponsors. The bill defined industrial hemp and assigned authority over it to the states, allowing laws in those states regulating the growing and processing of industrial hemp to take effect.

On February 13, 2007 Rep. Ron Paul introduced H.R. 1009, the "Industrial Hemp Farming Act of 2007," with nine original co-sponsors. The bill was assigned to comittee, but never received a hearing or a floor vote.

On April 2, 2009 Rep. Ron Paul introduced H.R. 1866, the "Industrial Hemp Farming Act of 2009," with ten original co-sponsors: Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), Wm. Lacy Clay (D-MO), Barney Frank (D-MA), Raúl Grijalva (D-AZ), Maurice Hinchey (D-NY), Tom McClintock (R-CA), George Miller (D-CA), Dana Rohrabacher (R-CA), Pete Stark (D-CA), and Lynn Woolsey (D-CA).

Please click on this link to Take action and write to your Representative to support Hemp Farming in the U.S.

See these Quick Links for more information concerning H.R. 1866 "Industrial Hemp Farming Act of 2009"

Read the bill full text for H.R. 1866 "Industrial Hemp Farming Act of 2009" (PDF file 160k)

THOMAS (Library of Congress) bill information

Vote Hemp's automatically updated page of the THOMAS information

CRS Report: Hemp as an Agricultural Commodity (PDF file 100k)

Read Rep. Paul's House floor comments

Read Vote Hemp's press release announcing the bill

For excellent general background information and updates, visit Vote Hemp and the Hemp Industries Association.

The following paragraphs are the pre-written text that you would be sending if you follow the link to Take Action :
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I am writing to ask that you please become a co-sponsor of H.R. 1866, the Industrial Hemp Farming Act of 2009, and to work to get hearings for the bill in the committees to which it has been assigned. The legislation allows American farmers to once again grow hemp to the extent allowed under state laws, repealing a provision in federal law that makes the United States the only industrialized nation where farmers are prohibited from competing in the booming industrial hemp market.

If you or your staff would like to learn more about this agricultural issue, please read the latest version of the Congressional Research Service (CRS) report "Hemp as an Agricultural Commodity," which is dated March 23, 2007 and has the order code RL32725. The report can be ordered from the CRS or it can be downloaded from The National Agricultural Law Center or go here:
http://www.nationalaglawcenter.org/assets/crs/RL32725.pdf

Please also consider watching the video "Controversial Crop" from America's Heartland, which is produced by KVIE in Sacramento, California or go here:
http://www.americasheartland.org/episodes/episode_315/controversial_crop.html

Last year Vote Hemp released a poll of 807 likely North Dakota voters about industrial hemp. According to the poll, a total of 74% of North Dakotan voters support changing federal law to allow farmers to grow hemp, including 40% who "strongly support" and another 34% who "somewhat support" changes so that farmers in the U.S. can supply manufacturers with hemp seed and fiber grown from oilseed and fiber varieties of industrial hemp. You can read the poll or go here:
http://www.votehemp.com/polls.html

The Industrial Hemp Farming Act of 2009 would finally allow North Dakota, and the states that have passed pro-hemp legislation or resolutions (Arkansas, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Kentucky, Maine, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, North Carolina, Oregon, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia), considered pro-hemp legislation or resolutions (Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Wisconsin), or where farm groups have advocated for a return to industrial hemp farming (Ohio and Pennsylvania), to choose whether or not to let farmers grow industrial hemp.

I would specifically like to know: Will you become a become a co-sponsor of H.R. 1866, the Industrial Hemp Farming Act of 2009, which will once again permit agricultural hemp farming in the U.S.? What is your position on supporting farmers in the U.S. having the opportunity to once again farm this valuable agricultural crop? What did you, or your staff, think of the CRS report and the video? Will you work to get hearings for the bill in the committees to which it has been assigned?
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Remember to visit http:www.YesItsOrganic.com for hemp clothing, and the best eco clothing, organic bedding, and bamboo furniture.

Bamboo Shirts - Buy 1 Get 50% Savings on 2nd, 3rd and More

2009-10-03T18:28:00.006-05:00

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The body of the shirt has gentle shaping. I received several compliments on it the first time I wore it. Thanks" -Heather K.

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New Bamboo Sheets Added to Bamboo Towels and Robes

2009-09-29T16:12:00.004-05:00

We just added some wonderfully soft bamboo sheets to complement our bamboo towels and bamboo robes.

Click on any of the links above to discover the incredible benefits of bamboo in bedding, towels, and clothing.

Are Organic Clothing and Bedding Really More Costly Than Non-organic Counterparts?

2009-08-21T02:32:00.007-05:00

My direct answer is "no." I'll explain why. The primary fabrics used for organic clothing and bedding are organic cotton and organic wool.

I'm sure you'd agree that prices for non-organic cotton and non-organic wool in clothing and bedding cover a very wide range from the lowest discount store prices to the highest fashion designer prices.

Similarly, prices for organic cotton and organic wool also cover a wide range. Usually, however, you'll find the range may not be quite as low at the bottom of the scale as their non-organic counterparts. Is there a reason for this?

Yes, in fact, there are several reasons. First is that there needs to be an assurance of organic standards. These standards have been set by governments, as in the USDA NOP (U.S. Department of Agriculture National Organic Program) standards, and trade associations, as in the GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard).

So one cost that exists in organic products that doesn't exist in non-organic is the cost to farmers and manufacturers associated with the certification processes to verify that the products meet the standards. Certifications allow you to feel confident in the healthy quality of organic products.

The farming practices are also commonly more labor intensive and therefore have higher costs. Also, products that meet fair labor standards have higher costs. Lastly, since the industries are still relatively small compared to total market size, there are most likely economies of scale that haven't yet been achieved.

However, if the costly negative health and environmental pollution effects from non-organic farming and manufacturing were fully born by the producers, and not the public, the retail prices of non-organic products would most likely be higher than those of organic products.

When you choose organic farming and manufacturing you are:

Reducing your exposure to chemicals and allergens in the products.
Keeping toxic chemicals out of our soil, air, and water, including groundwater and rivers.
Eliminating farm worker exposure to toxic chemicals.
Supporting sustainable farming practices.
Increasing soil health and fertility.

To increase your knowledge on the above fabrics including farming and manufacturing considerations, I've written detailed articles on these topics including comparisons of organic standards as well as organic to non-organic counterparts.

Ed Mass is President and Founder of Yes It's Organic, an online store for Organic, Fair Labor, and Eco Friendly Green clothing including organic clothing for adults to organic baby clothes, organic bedding, organic sheets, organic towels, sustainable bamboo furniture, organic logo embroidered shirts and promotional products for organizations wanting to improve their environmental footprint. After being an environmentalist for over 40 years, including designing solar energy systems in the 1970s, Ed decided to participate more directly in growing the organic, fair labor and eco friendly industries by educating consumers and influencing their buying habits.

Yes It's Organic Approved to Green America's Green Business Network

2009-07-31T15:56:00.006-05:00

Yes It's Organic achieved acceptance into Green America's Green Business Network through a very detailed assessment of their business practices and the accuracy of statements on their store site.

Green America told Yes It's Organic, in their congratulatory letter, "You are among [the] progressive business leaders who are solving today's tough social and environmental problems."

Yes It's Organic is among a select group of companies to achieve this recognition to show their support of the "greening" of America through action and purpose. According to Green America, "to be qualified to be listed in the National Green Pages, companies must demonstrate that they:
Focus on using business as a tool for positive social change.
Are "values-driven," as well as profit-driven.
Are socially and environmentally responsible in the way they source, manufacture, and market their products and run their offices and factories.
Are committed to and employ extraordinary and innovative practices that benefit: 1) workers, 2) communities, 3) customers, and 4) the environment."

"Yes It's Organic has been committed to educating its customers about the organic textile industry since its inception," says Ed Mass President and Founder of Yes It's Organic, "We are excited and honored to be recognized, for our social and environmental responsibility, by the Green America Green Business Network."

What makes a business "green"? Green America Green Business Network defines a green business as the following:
"Green businesses operate in ways that solve, rather than cause, both environmental and social problems.
These businesses adopt principles, policies, and practices that improve the quality of life for their customers, their employees, communities, and the environment."

Mass says, "We take pride in our green and organic standards. We've eco-screened hundreds of everyday items, including adult organic clothing, organic yoga apparel, organic bedding, sustainable bamboo furniture, and organic baby clothes. That's a small portion of what we offer and we're building our inventory everyday!"

Green America is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to harnessing the economic power of consumers, investors and businesses to promote social justice and environmental sustainability.

Visit Yes It's Organic to support your personal health and educate yourself on the personal and environmental benefits of organic clothing bedding, and other items. Yes It's Organic also provides organic logo imprinted shirts and other apparel for corporations, hospitality, and events.

Ed Mass is President and Founder of Yes It's Organic, an online store for Organic, Fair Labor, and Eco Friendly Green clothing including organic clothing for adults to organic baby clothes, organic bedding, organic sheets, organic towels, sustainable bamboo furniture, organic logo embroidered shirts and promotional products for organizations wanting to improve their environmental footprint, and more. After being an environmentalist for over 40 years, including designing solar energy systems in the 1970s, Ed decided to participate more directly in growing the organic, fair labor and eco friendly industries by educating consumers and influencing their buying habits.

Q&A: Is There Such Thing As Stylish Eco Clothing?

2009-06-13T12:21:00.008-05:00

Definitely! Especially now that more designers and manufacturers are recognizing the significance of organic and eco friendly fibers, there is a wide range of styles and designs at a variety of price points just as with non-eco-friendly fashion.

It's a myth to think that organic and eco friendly clothing doesn't have as much stylish design, or rugged "outdoor living" feel, or performance characteristics as most other clothing.

Organic fibers can even have some advantages over non-organic fibers. For example, many people, when first exposed to organic cotton clothing, remark at how soft it is and notice a distinct difference to non-organic cotton. This results from the organic cotton fibers not having been treated with the variety of harsh chemicals that are typically used in the processing of non-organic cotton.

Also, some eco friendly fibers are offering a really soft feel and wonderfully comfortable drape such as in bamboo and Tencel® clothing. Hemp clothing often offers a stylish "outdoor living" comfort for a casual day around town.

Stylish details noticeable in organic apparel collections are very much the same as those that distinguish collections on a runway. Necklines that vary from rounded to V to square; sleeve lengths from short to long and three-quarter in between; and lightweight tissue-knit cotton to everyday jersey-style cotton for varying degrees of softness. You'll also find pointelle stitching and raw-edge seeming for simple trendy touches; and buttons, pockets, cuffs and pleats that make the simplest eco clothing pieces come to life like any other.

Current style trends showcased in fashionable eco clothing include ruffle-trimmed blouses, puckered bandeau sundresses, tunic tops that double as mini dresses, and bubble hems that flatter every figure.

Eco apparel is also not just neutrals and earth tones, as the stereotype would like to report. Many manufacturers of eco clothing are using low-impact, water-based and environmentally friendly dyes (look for certifications, not all eco fabrics use safe dyes) to add vibrance and appeal. Collections mix and match prints with solids while varying fabric knits and weights to add even more stylish touches.

As with non-eco fashion, you'll find a wide range of price points and styles within many eco lines. Some clothing companies just start with a few pieces of organic and eco friendly clothing out of their entire line while other designers like Jonano, Beckons Organic, Dash Hemp, and Kate Organic use these fabrics throughout their entire collection. These fashion lines are all great examples of stylish organic and eco clothing at a great range of prices.

The bottom line is you can find all the stylish and fashionable elements in organic and eco friendly clothing that's fun and healthy for you and the environment.

Ed Mass is President and Founder of Yes It's Organic, an online store for Organic, Fair Labor, and Eco Friendly Green clothing including organic clothing for adults to organic baby clothes, organic bedding, organic sheets, organic towels, sustainable furniture, organic logo shirts and promotional products for organizations wanting to improve their environmental footprint, and more. After being an environmentalist for over 40 years, including designing solar energy systems in the 1970s, Ed decided to participate more directly in growing the organic, fair labor and eco friendly industries by educating consumers and influencing their buying habits.

When clothes are made from organic cotton, bamboo, or hemp, where are those crops grown?

2009-05-26T11:20:00.008-05:00

The answer is "all over the world" and from different parts of the world for different crops. I've gathered some interesting facts that provide a good overview about these crops. However, keep in mind that these are not absolute in that data varies from one report to another.

Organic Cotton

The Organic Cotton Farm and Fiber Report 2008 released by the Organic Exchange (www.organicexchange.org), reports that 22 countries grow organic cotton. Organic cotton accounts for approximately 0.6% of all cotton in the world.

India took over Turkey's long-standing position as the leader in organic cotton production, accounting for about half of the world's organic cotton production. Other leading organic cotton producers, according to rank, were Syria, Turkey, China, Tanzania, United States, Uganda, Peru, Egypt and Burkina Faso.

According to a report from the U.S. based Organic Trade Association (www.ota.com), U.S. grown organic cotton is approximately 2.1% of global organic cotton. Most was grown in Texas, with limited acreage in California, New Mexico and Missouri.

Although small, organic cotton production has been increasing at rapid rates over the last several years along with demand. Yet, obviously, we still have a long way to go to make the environmental changes that are needed to support a sustainable world.

See our detailed article on organic cotton clothing.

Bamboo

Bamboo is able to adapt to a wide variety of ecosystems and climatic conditions. Bamboo is grown in numerous countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America and can grow in at least 70% of the world. There are over 90 genera of bamboo with about 1,200 species globally.

Combining information from several reports, China is the largest bamboo planting country in the world (the majority of the crop is located in south China). There are over 400 varieties in China and China accounts for 25 percent of the world's total area of bamboo. Other top bamboo producing countries are India and Brazil.

See our detailed article on bamboo clothing.

Hemp

Hemp is among the oldest industries on the planet, dating back more than 10,000 years. The Columbia History of the World states that the oldest relic of human industry is a bit of hemp fabric dating back to approximately 8,000 BC.

Currently, more than 30 nations grow industrial hemp as an agricultural commodity. About 14 of those sell part of their production on the world market. The U.S. is the only industrialized nation in the world that does not recognize the value of industrial hemp and permit its production.

According to the Hemp Industries Association (www.thehia.org/facts.html) China is the largest exporter of hemp textiles. Romania is the largest commercial producer of hemp in Europe. It is exported to Western Europe and the U.S. Hungary is one of the biggest exporters of hemp cordage, rugs and fabric to the U.S. They also export hemp seed, paper and fiberboard. France has never prohibited hemp and is a source of hemp seed for other countries including high quality hemp oil to the U.S.

Interestingly, Poland has demonstrated the benefits of using hemp to cleanse soils contaminated by heavy metals. And Russia maintains the largest hemp germplasm collection in the world at the N.I. Vavilov Scientific Research Institute of Plant Industry (VIR) in St. Petersburg. Turkey has grown hemp for 2,800 years for rope, caulking, birdseed, paper and fuel.

See our detailed article on hemp clothing.

Ed Mass is President and Founder of Yes It's Organic, an online store for Organic, Fair Labor, and Eco Friendly Green clothing including adult to baby clothing, bedding, towels, mattresses, sustainable furniture, organic logo wear and promotional products for organizations wanting to improve their environmental footprint, and more. After being an environmentalist for over 40 years, including designing solar energy systems in the 1970s, Ed decided to participate more directly in growing the organic, fair labor and eco friendly industries by educating consumers and influencing their buying habits.

Q&A: Is there something inherently unsustainable about clothes made from non-organic crops and fabrics? After all cotton is "natural" isn't it?

2009-04-18T08:00:00.004-05:00

There's a lot of intentional confusion created in the marketplace by companies that don't want to go to the effort or expense of making their products truly environmentally friendly for people and the planet by getting organic certification.

Unfortunately, there is a lot of greenwashing going on, where a company uses the word "natural" to make a product seem eco-friendly. However, while consumers perceive the word to be synonymous with "goodness," it actually has no official definition or government standards associated with it.

It attracts attention. Natural is good, unnatural is bad. These are the reasons it's used. There is really nothing "natural" about non-organic food or clothing. The word "natural" does not mean that a product lacks toxicity.

On the other hand, "Certified Organic" according to the USDA NOP (U.S. Department of Agriculture National Organic Program) is a true, specifically defined standard for what constitutes an organically grown crop whether for food or textiles (fabrics, clothing, bedding, towels, etc).

GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) is a true, specifically defined standard for textiles to define an organically grown crop and an organic (non-toxic) manufacturing process including social responsibility (fair labor) standards.

I prefer the word "non-organic" instead of "natural" in order to be very clear that there is no certification applied to food and textiles unless they are "certified organic." In the U.S., the word "organic" by itself cannot legally be applied to food or textiles unless they are "certified organic" according to the USDA NOP.

Let's see what "natural", that is "non-organic", cotton may look like. Non-organic cotton is one of the top crops for its use of insecticides. The typical spraying application results in volatile organic compounds released into the air, contributing to green house gases. Additionally, such spraying harms the health of the soil and pollutes ground water, lakes, and streams.

Five of the top nine pesticides used on cotton in the U.S. (cyanide, dicofol, naled, propargite, and trifluralin) are known cancer causing chemicals. All nine are classified by the U.S. EPA as Category I and II— the most dangerous chemicals. Depending on the practices involved, it can take up to a pound of such chemicals to grow the cotton for one pair of pants and a shirt.

Not only do these chemicals pollute the air, water, and soil but they're also retained in the crops as they're grown. In addition, other chemicals are added to the mix during the manufacturing processes. Most people with Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS) can't wear non-organic clothing. It literally affects their health.

Organic crops are grown without the use of toxic and persistent pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. Organic matter and crop rotation are used to build stronger, more nutrient rich soil which retains water more efficiently than non-organic farming. In addition, federal regulations prohibit the use of genetically engineered seed for organic farming.

Non-organic wool also uses substantial chemicals which may be unhealthy. In organic sheep production, sheep must be fed 100% organically-grown feed and forage (pastures). The use of synthetic hormones, vaccinations, and genetic engineering is prohibited, as is the use of synthetic pesticides (internal, external, and on pastures).

There are two key distinctions in organic livestock management. First is the elimination of "dipping," a method of controlling external parasites in which sheep are submerged in pools containing organophosphate-based parasiticides. Studies have indicated that prolonged exposure to sheep dip pesticides cause changes in the nervous system of humans. (Imagine how the sheep feel about this process!) Moreover, disposal and "runoff" of dips can contaminate ground water supplies.

Secondly, in order to maintain their certification, organic livestock producers cannot exceed the natural carrying capacity of the land, thus preventing the devastating effects of overgrazing.

I think this provides a pretty good idea of the distinctions between "natural" and "organic." Some entities have tried to discredit organic certification but that's only done because they don't want to spend the effort and cost involved in cleaning up their act.

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Bamboo Clothing Caution

2009-03-19T12:00:00.004-05:00

by Ed Mass, President and Founder of Yes It's Organic

Bamboo blended with non-organic cotton just doesn't make sense to me.
Does it to you?

Bamboo in clothing, sheets, and towels is being promoted, accurately, as a sustainable resource. As discussed in detail in another article I wrote (Bamboo - Luxurious and Practical for Clothes, Towels, and Sheets), the farming is typically carried out organically, even if not certified, or at least in an evironmentally friendly manner. Also discussed are the aspects of the environmental friendliness of the manufacturing processes.

However, there is another important concern. Bamboo is being blended with many other fabrics to achieve varying characteristics of the finished item. However, when it's blended with non-organic yarns, for example non-organic cotton and synthetics, which are very environmentally destructive to our air, water, and soil as well as the farm workers, it really doesn't make sense.

Possibly the only argument that can justify these types of blends is one that says "well, it's better than 100% non-organic cotton." Is the glass half full or half empty? It may not be better if it creates a sense of accomplishment that derails the real objective of creating friendly clothing to both people and planet. It's important for you to be knowledgeable of the issues when evaluating bamboo blends when the item is being promoted as eco friendly, sustainable, and "green." What do you think?

Bamboo - Luxurious and Practical for Clothes, Towels, and Sheets

2009-03-13T16:31:00.020-05:00

By Ed Mass, President and Founder of Yes It's Organic

Bamboo has garnered a lot of attention in the fashion industry as well as for everyday textiles for sheets, towels and robes. The attention is due to its potential environmental friendliness combined with its luxuriously soft feel, flowing drape and many other properties.

What's So Great About Bamboo?

There are more than 1,000 bamboo species. This diversity makes it more adaptable to different climatic zones than most other softwoods. It can grow over approximately 70% of the earth's land area. Bamboo is one of the most renewable resources on Earth.

Bamboo is abundantly available in many rural areas where economic development is limited so it can offer a social benefit as well. Through research and development of more ways to utilize bamboo, rural areas are afforded an opportunity to maintain their culture and lifestyle while lifting their economic situation. Bamboo is an extremely versatile plant as evidenced by its use for income, food and housing.

Different species are used for different purposes including food for Pandas, edible food for humans, feed for livestock, woven handcraft products such as baskets and mats, textile products such as yarn, linens, and clothing, ingredients for Chinese medicines, and construction for flooring, fences and roofing.

Bamboo for Clothes?

Bamboo makes a wonderful clothing material. Due to its hollow fiber, bamboo has unusual breathing capabilities. The fiber is filled with micro gaps and micro-holes which allow for better moisture absorption and ventilation than other fibers. Bamboo fiber absorbs and evaporates perspiration quickly.

Comfort. Bamboo apparel is comfortable, very breathable, moisture-wicking, fast drying, and thermal regulating. Bamboo fabric is anti-static so it doesn't cling. Bamboo is often described as having the "ultra softness of cashmere and the sheen (luster) of silk." It feels simultaneously luxurious and practical.

Bacteria (Odor) Resistant. Bamboo is naturally resistant to bacterial growth due to a bio-agent called "kun" which resists the growth of bacteria on the fiber. This is normally carried through to the finished product allowing it to also resist the growth of bacteria that causes odors even after numerous washings.

This eliminates the need for anti-microbial chemical treatment which is known to cause allergic reaction and is environmentally unfriendly. When you perspire, your clothing will not pick up the odor of your perspiration as readily as other materials. Washing less often saves energy and makes clothes last longer.

Thermal Regulating. Wouldn't it be nice to have a fabric that makes you feel cooler in hot weather and warmer in cool weather? Sounds like a paradox, doesn't it? Bamboo does this.

Superior Wicking Capability. Bamboo is highly absorbent, much more so and faster drying than cotton. In warm, humid and sweaty weather, bamboo clothing doesn't stick to the skin. It keeps you drier, cooler and more comfortable.

Hypoallergenic. Bamboo is naturally hypoallergenic which means it's less likely to cause an allergic reaction in sensitive individuals.

Wrinkle resistant. Bamboo clothing is naturally more wrinkle-resistant than cotton. While it might still require ironing after washing, bamboo fabric can be ironed at a lower temperature than cotton. Shrinkage during washing and drying should be minimal at warm temperatures. One technique to reduce or practically eliminate wrinkling, which could also apply to cotton and other fabrics, is to put clothes in the dryer for just two to five minutes to get out the wrinkles induced by the spinning of the washing machine. Then, and this is key, immediately take them out of the dryer and hang dry.

Colorfast. Bamboo accepts organic and natural dyes more rapidly and thoroughly, with less dye use, than cotton, modal or viscose (Rayon). The color is much more vivid. Bamboo fabrics don't need to be mercerized to improve their luster and dye-ability like cotton requires.

Easy Care and Energy Efficient. Bamboo is machine washable in cool water. Fabric softeners are not needed or recommended.

Bamboo Farming

Bamboo farming is typically a very environmentally responsible, renewable, and sustainable practice. Practically all bamboo comes from China. China has often had a "bad rap" for unfair labor and environmentally destructive practices. However, like anywhere else, it depends on the individual circumstances, people, and factories that are producing the goods.

If the company that is having their clothing made in China has requirements for protecting the environment and fair labor, they can find the contract manufacturing businesses to satisfy these concerns. Third party certification can be utilized as a more certain level of verification.

Environmentally Responsible. Chemical pesticides and synthetic fertilizers are not needed in the growing of bamboo as it is seldom eaten by insects or infected by pathogens. In addition to this reduced consumption and impact of petroleum based chemicals, there is the secondary effect that petroleum consuming and polluting tractors are not used nearly as much as with other crops.

Bamboo also has relatively low water needs especially compared to cotton and most other crops. Bamboo does extremely well in impoverished soils. Bamboo roots help retain water in a watershed area due to their tight hold on the soil. It's been reported that compared to an equivalent stand of trees, bamboo takes in more carbon dioxide, removing this green house gas from the atmosphere, and produces 35% more oxygen than trees.

Renewable and Sustainable Resource. The entire plant is never harvested and re-growth occurs naturally and rapidly. Bamboo is one of the fastest growing plants in the world. It can grow to its full height in three months and then be ready to harvest in three to four years as its thickness fills out. In fact, it's hard to stop it from spreading as anyone knows who's planted it in their back yard. Bamboo is one of the world's most naturally renewable and sustainable resources.

Bamboo is increasingly plantation-raised to fulfill the growing demand for it. Plantation grown may be beneficial or detrimental depending on how it's done and the wages paid that create social value or social detriment.

Biodegradable. Bamboo fiber and fabric, as a natural cellulose fiber, is biodegradable in soil by microorganisms and sunshine. The decomposition process doesn't cause any pollution to the environment. A problem may arise if blending bamboo with a synthetic elastic such as Lycra(r)

Bamboo Processing - Here's the Tricky Part

Although bamboo farming is wonderfully sustainable, bamboo fabric has other considerations. There are two basic means of processing bamboo to make the plant into a fabric: mechanically and chemically. One mechanical method crushes the woody parts and uses natural enzymes to break the bamboo stalks into a pulp so the natural fibers can be mechanically combed out and spun into yarn.

Another mechanical method crushes the woody parts of the bamboo plant into a powder which is mixed with water. Either mechanical process is more labor intensive and costly than the chemical process so they aren't used very often.

In the chemical process, a harsh chemical is often used to break the bamboo stalks into a pulp. This can be more or less environmentally friendly depending on whether the chemical is captured and re-used. In other chemical processes, a non-toxic chemical may be used and it also may or may not be recovered and re-used.

Often the chemical process that is used is the same process used to make rayon. Rayon is also called viscose especially in Europe. The rayon process is an environmentally unfriendly process and may introduce some heavy metals into the fiber.

There is an environmentally friendly chemical process called lyocell. One brand name for the lyocell process is Tencel(r). There's no reason that the lyocell process can't be used to convert bamboo into a fiber. The only impediment is the cost of creating the factories. This process will eventually be used and become common as more demand is created for environmentally friendly clothing from farming through manufacturing.

Regardless of which mechanical or chemical process is used, the bamboo slurry that's created is extruded through a shower head-like device to create the fiber. Fiber manufactured in this manner, as slurry that is forced through an extrusion process to create a fiber, is called a "human-made, regenerated" fiber.

There are three classifications of fibers:

Natural fibers originating from plants or animals such as cotton, wool and silk. Cotton is also referred to as a "vegetable" fiber.

Synthetic fibers derived from petroleum such as polyester, polyamide and acrylics.

Human-made fibers based on natural sources of cellulose such as beech wood (as in the case of rayon and modal), eucalyptus (as in the case of Tencel®), and bamboo.

Bamboo Labeling

Since bamboo fiber is classified as a “human-made, regenerated” fiber, there has been some concern and discussion about the proper way to label it in clothing and other textiles.The concern centers around identifying the manufacturing process used to create the fiber from the bamboo plant.

The FTC (Federal Trade Commission) has regulations for the proper labeling of bamboo. Correctly labeled bamboo products are as follows, as appropriate to the actual process used: “rayon of bamboo”, “rayon made with bamboo”, “viscose of bamboo”, “viscose made with bamboo", "lyocell of bamboo", or "lyocell made with bamboo."

There are a variety of incorrect labels according to the FTC, unless the mechanical process was actually used to break down the fiber, for example, “bamboo” or "100% bamboo" or any label that does not start with the process used if the process is a chemical process.

Some bamboo is certified organic at the farm level. In this case it can be labeled, as appropriate, "rayon of certified organic bamboo", "rayon of organic bamboo", "viscose of certified organic bamboo", "viscose of organic bamboo", "lyocell of certified organic bamboo", or "lyocell of organic bamboo."

Ideally, we want bamboo textiles, such as clothing, towels, and sheets, that are certified organic, or equivalent from an environmental viewpoint, from farming through manufacturing. Until the standards exist that cover this entire process, there are other options to be confident in the purity of the finished product. One option is to have the finished item certified to the Oeko-Tex Standard 100. This is labeled as: “Confidence in Textiles. Tested for Harmful Substances according to Oeko-Tex Standard 100.” The list of criteria contains over 100 test parameters for harmful substances to assure that the textiles are not harmful to health.

One important consideration is that even though the manufacturing process may not be where we want it to be yet, the entire process, if conducted with an awareness to its environmental impact, may still be better than most non-organic fibers and fabrics with all their chemical, synthetic, and water intensive processes in farming through manufacturing.

Evolutionary Process of Fiber Development

With growing concerns for personal health and the environment, we will see continual development in the evolution of organic, environmentally friendly, and sustainable farming and manufacturing practices and processes of fiber development.

Therefore, it is up to the concerned consumer to inquire about the entire process from farm to finished good, or be confident that the retailer has evaluated their suppliers, to be sure that the finished goods are healthy to both people and planet.

Ed Mass is President and Founder of Yes It's Organic (www.YesItsOrganic.com), an online store for Organic, Fair Labor, and Eco Friendly goods including adult to baby clothing, bedding, towels, mattresses, sustainable furniture, organic logo wear and promotional products for organizations wanting to improve their environmental footprint, and more. After being an environmentalist for over 40 years, including designing solar energy systems in the 1970s, he decided to participate more directly in growing the organic, fair labor and eco friendly industries by educating consumers and influencing their buying habits.

Organic Textiles - Growth in a Down Economy

2009-01-19T15:19:00.005-06:00

By Ed Mass, President and Founder of Yes It's Organic

We'll look at some numbers in a second but first some personal experience. Yes It's Organic is an online store for organic, fair labor, and eco friendly goods including clothing, organic cotton and organic wool bedding, and other organic and eco textiles. During the fall holiday season of 2008 several of my suppliers actually ran out of stock.

Okay, you may be thinking they didn't do a good job of calculating how much they'd need. Here's the rub. They ordered 100% to 150% more than they did the previous year. That's in a very down economy. Prices of these goods aren't at the very low end of the scale either. I'd say that's great growth.

Remember, this isn't organic food which has gotten a lot of notice. I'm talking about organic and eco friendly textiles including certified organic cotton, certified organic wool, hemp, and bamboo.

It shows an increasing number of people are becoming conscious of the impact on the environment of their everyday purchases. And their willing to make changes.

Now for some interesting numbers. Be patient. You'll be amazed by the conclusion (but don't peak). The amount of organic cotton farmers grew worldwide in 2007/2008 increased 152 percent. This is according to a report by Organic Exchange, title "Organic Cotton Farm and Fiber Report 2008." The report included organic cotton production in 22 countries.

The top ten organic cotton producing countries in order by rank were India, Syria, Turkey, China, Tanzania, USA, Uganda, Peru, Egypt and Burkina Faso. India took over the number one position which Turkey had held for quite some time. The majority of the increased organic cotton production took place in India.

That was the foundation for this next amazing statistic. Organic cotton production has grown to an estimated 0.55 percent of global cotton production. That's all. Even with the above seemingly large increase, and the number of countries growing organic cotton, it's still a tiny fraction of all cotton. That means we've got a very long road, or vast opportunity, to make significant inroads into reducing the huge environmental harm from non-organic cotton farming.

And where does the U.S. stand in regard to its organic cotton production as a percentage of worldwide organic cotton production? According to the Organic Trade Association, it's only 2.1%. That's one reason that U.S. grown organic cotton is sometimes hard to find.

Organic production is based on a system of farming that maintains and replenishes soil fertility without the use of toxic and persistent pesticides and fertilizers or genetically modified seeds.

Announcing 100% Certified Organic Bamboo Women's Pajamas and New Organic Cotton Baby Clothes from Kiwi

2008-11-27T17:00:00.007-06:00

Yes, These Are 100% Certified Organic Bamboo Women's Pajamas

These classy women's pajamas are 100% Certified Organic Bamboo jersey.

Sustainable bamboo fabric is soft and silky, and naturally antimicrobial for a healthier, fresher sleep. (Antimicrobial means it doesn't develop bacteria causing odors nearly as readily as cotton and other fabrics.)

Cute as a button from the Cuties Pa2ties Pajamas Collection . Six variations to fit everyone's desire.

Announcing New Organic Cotton Baby Clothes from Kiwi

Playful animal prints accent these long-sleeve baby bodysuits in 100% pure, Certified Organic cotton for boys and girls. Sustainability meets comfort and function with this adorable, eco-friendly baby clothing.

The word for each animal is printed in English, Spanish and French for a worldly flair. Grown without pesticides in the USA, this Organic cotton makes a super-soft one-piece for your little one. Snap bottom and fold-over shoulders for easy changing

Made in the USA. Water-based screen printing using low-impact dyes.

Don't just take it from us, check out these 8 fun new designs from the Kiwi Worldly Animals Collection.

New Baby Clothes from OBLI Organics and New Women's and Baby Clothes from IDEO

2008-11-26T17:43:00.006-06:00

Announcing Baby Clothing from OBLI Organics

Adorable, Must-See Organic Baby Apparel Just Added To Our Growing Selection

Animal-themed and yoga-inspired, these new baby bodysuits, rompers and sleepwear snuggies in 100% pure, Certified Organic cotton are the latest additions to the baby department.

Intrigued by the surf? Loving hybrids? We've got great new baby and children's apparel to spark your interest from the OBLI Organics Baby Clothing Collection.

Baby bodysuits, children's t-shirts, kimonos, yoga pants, dresses and more! All eco friendly screen-printed on 100% pure, Certified Organic cotton with designs to satisfy your humor and your passions.

Announcing New Organic Women's and Baby Clothes from IDEO - All the Way from France!

Be the first to experience this hot, new, Organic clothing collection from France for women, men and children.

Printed t-shirts and tops in sustainable colors add French flair to your eco wardrobe.

Don't just take it from us, check out the witty new looks in women's clothing and baby apparel, available in the IDEO collection. Just because you want Organic apparel for your family doesn't mean you have to compromise style. These new clothing choices make you smile while promising a cleaner earth.

Announcing New Certified Organic Cotton Yoga Clothing and Soft Hemp Clothing

2008-11-25T01:46:00.005-06:00

Announcing Beckons Organic Yoga and Lounge Clothing

Introducing new cozy yoga wear in Organic cotton with stretch!

Whether you do yoga for strength training or relaxation,

look no further for ultra-comfortable Organic cotton yoga apparel that makes getting to the gym or studio easier and more stylish.

Women – choose from sleeveless, short-sleeve and long-sleeve tops that flatter your toned shape or help conceal your target areas.

We also have leggings and pants with varying fits and lengths to mix and match for yoga wear versatility.

Men – enjoy yoga with these sleek pant and short styles that go from yoga wear to loungewear any day.

Eco-Friendly Hemp for Men and Women

Hemp is a great fiber for to create eco-friendly clothing that's stylish, long lasting, odor resistant, and good for the environment. Who could ask for anything more?

Let's clearly state this up front: industrial hemp cannot be used to get high. The U.S. is the only industrialized nation in the world that does not recognize the value of industrial hemp and permit its production.

Hemp's fiber molecule has a shaft-like structure that allows it to do the following:

* Wick moisture right off the body and dry quickly

* In cold conditions, feel warm, even when wet

* In very hot and/or humid conditions, you'll feel cool, comfortable, and fresh

Hemp is anti-bacterial so clothing is resistant to developing odor even after wearing a shirt for days in a row. This makes it especially great for travel. Hemp is hypoallergenic and non-irritating to the skin.

Hemp fiber is longer, stronger, more absorbent and more insulative than cotton fiber. Hemp is fully biodegradable (unlike synthetic fibers).

Hemp makes a strong, durable, comfortable, healthy, and high-performance fabric that's great for all seasons and for use indoors and out.

The 100% hemp jeans in the photo are outstanding. Look at the details on the product page.

Elegant and Soft Bamboo Dress Shirts at a Great Price

2008-11-06T13:46:00.009-06:00

New Eco-Friendly Bamboo striped dress shirts for men and women.

All sizes and colors are available on sale for a limited time, don't wait!

Sustainable bamboo makes these easy-wear, slightly tailored dress shirts the perfect go-to top this season.

Bamboo Benefits:

Eco friendly: does not require chemical pesticides or fertilizers to grow it.

Antibacterial: resists bacteria from cultivating on it thereby inhibiting body odor even for days in a row of wearing it. Great for travel.

Hypoallergenic and non-irritating to the skin making it a pleasant alternative for anyone with skin sensitivities or other allergies and dermatitis.

Ultra soft yet durable: Bamboo fiber is softer than the softest cotton, has a natural sheen to the surface and feels similar to silk or cashmere.

Absorbs and evaporates perspiration faster than other fabrics.

More breathable, comfortable and thermal regulating than cotton or other synthetic fibers.

Eco-Friendly Hemp for Men's Clothing

2008-10-17T19:16:00.008-05:00

Hemp is a great fiber for to create eco-friendly men's clothing that's stylish, long lasting, odor resistant, and good for the environment. What man could ask for anything more?

Let's clearly state this up front: industrial hemp cannot be used to get high. The U.S. is the only industrialized nation in the world that does not recognize the value of industrial hemp and permit its production.

Hemp's fiber molecule has a shaft-like structure that allows it to do the following:
* Wick moisture right off the body and dry quickly
* In cold conditions, feel warm, even when wet
* In very hot and/or humid conditions, you'll feel cool, comfortable, and fresh

Hemp is anti-bacterial so clothing is resistant to developing odor even after wearing a shirt for days in a row. This makes it especially great for travel. Hemp is hypoallergenic and non-irritating to the skin.

Hemp fiber is longer, stronger, more absorbent and more insulative than cotton fiber. Hemp is fully biodegradable (unlike synthetic fibers).

Hemp makes a strong, durable, comfortable, healthy, and high-performance fabric that's great for all seasons and for use indoors and out.

Look at a great example of an eco-friendly hemp shirt on Yes It's Organic.

Vote Eco Logically

2008-10-06T01:44:00.007-05:00

Introducing The
Vote Eco Logically T-Shirts
With A 20% Savings
To Get Out The Eco Vote

With 20% savings on these hot, new, eco-minded tops, you'll be tempted to buy one for a friend! (What better way to spread your eco-awareness.)

Give the planet your vote with these "vote ecologically" 100% Certified Organic cotton t-shirts for women and men that feature a wind turbine print.

Light, featherweight jersey knit

Comfortable short sleeves

2% of the proceeds of the total sale of the tees will be donated to the rainforest foundation - www.rainforestfoundation.org

Offer ends 10/27/2008, so shop now and support the future of the environment!

Introducing The Exquisite Indika Bed And Bath Collections

2008-09-24T09:40:00.016-05:00

Indika makes the finest sheets and towels you'll find anywhere.

These sheets are an absolute rare combination of sumptuously luxurious, super soft 600 thread count sheets in 100% Organic Cotton. They go even one step further by using only the finest plant- and vegetable-based dyes.

Select from distinctive designs for sheets, duvets, pillowcases, and pillow shams:

Elegant patterns using natural plant- and vegetable-based dyes

Sumptuous, high-quality 100% Organic cotton designs

Enjoy a luxurious 600 thread count


Khari	Kuli	Pali	Sand Solid

Indika towels are another rarity. Many bath towels considered to be excellent qualtiy and "plush" are 600 gsm. These bath towels combine the rare qualities of thick and soft 1200 gsm plus 100% Organic Cotton.

Plush bath towels in 100% Organic Cotton for after-bath comfort and support of a sustainable environment:

Thick and super-absorbent 1200 gsm, 4-ply, ring-spun yarn

Worldly prints from eco-friendly plant- and vegetable-based dyes

Ultra-soft, hand-loomed fabric


Anastasia	Linea	Odeon	Bamboo Design

Tests Reveal High Chemical Levels In Kids' Bodies

2008-08-21T05:00:00.004-05:00

We think you'll be as shocked as we were to hear about the industrial chemicals in the bodies of this family from the adults to the baby and child who both had many times the burden that the adults had.

Anderson Cooper and Jordana Miller of CNN wrote a news report with the above title. It included an article, video, and definitions of some of the industrial chemicals found in the body including Phthalates, PBDEs, Bisphenol A, PFOAs, and PCBs.

Here are a few excerpted paragraphs from the news report "Tests Reveal High Chemical Levels In Kids' Bodies":

"We are the humans in a dangerous and unnatural experiment in the United States, and I think it's unconscionable," said Dr. Leo Trasande, assistant director of the Center for Children's Health and the Environment at the Mount Sinai Medical Center in New York City.

Trasande says that industrial toxins could be leading to more childhood disease and disorders.

"We are in an epidemic of environmentally mediated disease among American children today," he said. "Rates of asthma, childhood cancers, birth defects and developmental disorders have exponentially increased, and it can't be explained by changes in the human genome. So what has changed? All the chemicals we're being exposed to."

In 2004, the Hollands became the first intact nuclear family in the United States to undergo body burden testing. Rowan, at just 1 1/2 years old, became the youngest child in the U.S. to be tested for chemical exposure with this method.

Rowan's extraordinarily high levels of PBDEs frightened his parents and left them with a looming question: If PBDEs are causing neurological damage to lab rats, could they be doing the same thing to Rowan? The answer is that no one knows for sure.

Trasande said children up to six years old are most at risk because their vital organs and immune system are still developing and because they depend more heavily on their environments than adults do.

"Pound for pound, they eat more food, they drink more water, they breathe in more air," he said. "And so [children] carry a higher body burden than we do."

Read the full article on "Tests Reveal High Chemical Levels In Kids' Bodies", see a short video related to the article, and read short explanations on some of the industrial chemicals.

Bonus Free White Bamboo Towel With A Bamboo Robe

2008-08-16T11:03:00.017-05:00

For A Limited Time Only

Receive A Free Bamboo Bath Towel (Regular Price $24) With The Purchase Of A Very Reasonably Priced Yet Luxurious Bamboo Robe

Increase Your Savings To $63 And More

100% Bamboo Bath Robe That Wraps You In Relaxing Comfort

This Bamboo Robe is luxuriously soft, breathable, temperature moderating, moisture absorbent, and anti-bacterial. After ordering one for himself, our President and Founder had rave reviews for this Bamboo Bath Robe for it's softness and it's perfect weight and design, with the shawl collar, for year around use. It'll keep you comfortable summer and winter.

Free 100% Bamboo White Bath Towel That Will Make You Want To Bathe Just So You Can Use The Towel

We want you to fully experience all the qualities of Bamboo for use in different kinds of products. To do so, we're making an incredible offer to you:

If you order the Bamboo Bath Robe by Wednesday, August 27 you'll receive one Free White Bath Towel priced at $24.

Keep Piling On The Savings

Here's Part 1 of adding to your savings: If you order two Bamboo Robes, you'll get an additional $10 savings off the price of the two Bamboo Robes. Plus you'll get two Free White Bamboo Bath Towels.

add up your savings so far

One Bamboo Bath Robe with a Free White Bamboo Bath Towel - Save $24

Second Bamboo Bath Robe - Save $10

Second Free White Bamboo Bath Towel - Save $24

Total Savings So Far:

Purchase One Bamboo Robe - Save $24 plus One Bamboo Bath Towel

Purchase Two Bamboo Robes - Save $58 plus Two Bamboo Bath Towels

We're not stopping here. Keep reading for our Bonuses Exclusively For Our Newsletter Subscribers

100% Bamboo Towel Set Savings Exclusively For Our Newsletter Subscribers

One can never have too many towels. Here's Part 2 of adding to your savings - exclusive to our newsletter subscribers: Along with your free Bath Towel above, when you purchase a Bamboo Robe, we'll reduce the price on a complete Bamboo Towel Set by 12%. Instead of our already very reasonable price of $41.99, your price is only $36.95.

We'll even let you order as many sets as you want at this fantastic price.

Just use the following Coupon Code in the online shopping cart during checkout: (subscribe to our newsletter to receive the coupon code).

You'll save another $5 per Bamboo Towel Set. That brings your savings to $29 or $63 and more as you order more Bamboo Towel Sets. You just keep adding to your savings.

This is just one of the advantages of being a Newsletter Subscriber. You get exclusive offers not available to the general public.

Why Are We Going To These Extra Measures For You?

We want you to spread the word about our Bamboo products. We think they have such tremendous environmental benefits, as well as personal benefits, that we're trying our best to promote them, and offer them at great prices, as part of our mission to create healthier personal living and a healthier planet.

As always we very much appreciate your support for healthy living for yourself, your family, and our environment.

The Team Members at Yes It's Organic

P.S. Last Minute Bonus Exclusive For Our Newsletter Subscribers: As we were putting this newsletter together, our President and Founder told us that he has such confidence that you'll love the Bamboo Bath Robe and Towels as much as he does that he's offering to pay your return shipping if you don't like them! However, to receive this free return shipping bonus, you have to order by Wednesday, August 20. How about that for taking any risk out of taking us up on our offer?

P.P.S. Let's Summarize What You Receive When You Purchase An Eco-Friendly, Luxuriously Soft Bamboo Robe:

add up your total savings

One Bamboo Bath Robe with a Free White Bamboo Bath Towel - Save $24

Second Bamboo Bath Robe - Save $10

Second Free White Bamboo Bath Towel - Save $24

Bamboo Towel Set - Save $5 per set - You Can Order Different Colors - Newsletter Subscriber Exclusive

Free Return Shipping If You Order By August 20 And You Don't Just Love The Bamboo Robe and Towels As Much As Our President Does - Newsletter Subscriber Exclusive

Total Savings:

Purchase One Bamboo Robe - Save $29 (or more) plus One Free Bamboo Bath Towel If You Order The Bamboo Robe By August 27

Purchase Two Bamboo Robes - Save $63 (or more) plus Two Free Bamboo Bath Towels

Note: All dates refer to 2008.

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Free $100 Gift Certificate Monthly Winners

2008-08-07T01:06:00.005-05:00

Every month we pick a winner of our Free Sweepstakes Giveaway of a $100 Gift Certificate to Yes It's Organic.

To be eligible, you simply need to be a subscriber to our newsletter at the time we pick the winner. It couldn't be simpler.

However, that's not all. You would think that everyone would want to find out if they are the monthly contest winner. You see we announce in our newsletter that we've picked the monthly winner and to check our contest winner's page.

We even tell our subscribers that they don't need to wait for our announcement. Simply check the winner's page shortly after the first of the month (we post the winner by the 5th day of the month) and look for your name.

Alas, not everyone checks to see if they've won. This could be good news for you if you're one of our subscribers (and not the winner). It means you get more chances to be the winner of our monthly sweepstakes!

We pick one winner and 4 alternate winners. If the winner doesn't claim the Free $100 Gift Certificate by the end of the following month we select the next runner up. This exact scenario has already happened. That means you have more chances to win.

You see we want to give away the $100 Gift Certificates. We want more people to enjoy Organic, Fair Trade, and Eco-friendly goods and to spread the word.

If you're one of our subscribers you better check now to see of you're a winner. Remember to check around the end of the first week of every month. Good Luck!

Introducing Our Kate Organic Collection: Versatile, Organic, and Stylish Eco-Fashion to Complete Your Wardrobe

2008-06-18T18:48:00.004-05:00

Yes It's Organic brings you the Kate Organic ultra-feminine eco-apparel items including stylish dresses and comfortable basic tee looks. (Men: These make great gifts! And if you can't decide, you can always get her a Gift Certificate.)

These feminine and curve-hugging tops and dresses in eco-friendly and sensuous Certified Organic cotton are destined to jazz up your wardrobe. In fantastic natural-fiber, low-impact dyed colors like poppy and earth, these sustainable eco-apparel looks are now ready for shipping!

Use This Special Subscriber-Only Coupon Code During Checkout for 10% Savings for the Next 3 Days Only: KateOrganic-10Save

There's something for every taste, fit and style so enjoy selecting your favorites! Click on the images or links to see individual items or see an overview of the entire collection right now.

The basic tee is back and better than ever with simple, eye-catching details like the button-accented short sleeves of the Women's 100% Organic Cotton All Around Fave Short Sleeve Top.

The deep-V neckline of this top and the Women's Organic Cotton Vandy Shirt makes them perfect for flattering, layering looks.

With a sweeping scoop neck and back, the Women's 100% Organic Cotton Tee-Off Short Sleeve Top is long and hip-hugging for everyday wear that is so comfortable, it often goes unnoticed.

Flowy yet fitted dresses can be toned down or dressed up and fit right in to your environmentally conscious lifestyle, like the adjustable halter-strap and cinched-waist Women's 100% Organic Cotton The Picnic Dress that will look great straight through the summer.

For extra comfort choose the relaxed fit of the Women's Organic Cotton Colette Dress with a draping bodice and ruffled neckline that extends to the scoop back.

For a classy fit choose the Women's Organic Cotton Julianne Dress with a banded waist and flattering A-line skirt.

In addition to various stylish dresses and comfortable basic tee looks, we also have the Women's 100% Organic Cotton BoBo Sleeveless Top that is flowy with a sash-tie empire waist for some shape and fit. Tie the sash in front for chic volume or in back for a touch of glamorous fun.

For more sophistication and coverage, the Women's 100% Organic Cotton Art Star Long Sleeve Shirt is fitted at the hips with a loose and comfortable waist and can be worn long sleeve or three-quarter sleeve for added function.

The Kate Organic collection is made from sustainable Organic cotton, manufactured with Fair Trade principles, and designed for unbeatable taste and style.

Make sure to use your purchasing power to create a cleaner earth and a healthier lifestyle for all those in your life by choosing Organic products whenever available to you.