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Bamboo is one of the most abundant and versatile plants on Earth. It is sustainable as it requires no pesticides, fertilizers, or irrigation. It also grows rapidly and improves the quality of the soil by curbing erosion. Bamboo plays an important role in protecting the environment from global warming caused by carbon dioxide by producing 30% more oxygen than trees. Bamboo has several applicatio...

Sundays have always been special for me! Late mornings, greasy food, and an overall relaxed mood. But this past Sunday, I woke up with the rising sun, brewed a fresh cup of coffee, and admired the world I had created while the aroma of coffee filled my living space. As I was sipping my hot coffee, carefully (I say carefully because on multiple occasions I have burned my mouth), my favorite plan...

Did you ever wonder when women started wearing underpants? If not, then you have a whole lot of history to explore. Precisely, the history of privilege, classism, modesty, feminism, eroticism, and sexual taboos. But before all of this, there was a time when women did not wear any underwear. Yes, going commando was in trend long before our times.   In the 1920s, as the United States witnessed th...

Mother's Day - the day when we finally thank our mothers for all they do for us, is just around the corner! While thinking about the nurturing care of mothers, we couldn't help but reflect on the connection between mothers and nature. Nature, like mothers, is the giver and sustainer of life. Aptly referred to as Mother Nature, it provides us with the necessary resources to nourish our being.   ...

In our last blog post, we talked about fast fashion and its impact on the environment. We also talked about the ways you can shop to reduce your carbon footprint. Today, we take our talks on the subject a step further and discuss how one can combat fast fashion by building a capsule wardrobe.   What is a capsule wardrobe?   Though it sounds like a time machine to some other dimension, trust ...

Fast fashion trends are ever-changing and we indulge in them without thinking of their long-term impact on the environment. Before we get to how fast fashion hurts the planet, let’s understand what it is. Fast fashion refers to the mass production of clothes that are in vogue. These clothes are inexpensive and manufactured using low-quality materials. They are designed to last for a short time and sent to a landfill at the end of their brief life. The fast-fashion business model is based on selling more products to generate higher revenue. Therefore, retailers constantly need to offer new collections to consumers, creating more waste.

Discover New Fabrics and Styles It is that time of the year again when everything comes back to life after a dormant winter. Yes, it is spring again! Have you ever wondered how spring got its name? Well, before spring became spring, it was called Lent, in old English. In the 14th century, it was called “springing time” (a reference to plants "springing" from the ground). It was shortened to "sp...

After a long, tiring day, what is the first thing you do when you get home? Come on, admit it! You reach inside your blouse, unhook your bra and fling it in the air like a frisbee. (You don't have to feel guilty about it! After all, it is the most emancipating moment of the day.) But the big question is - does it have to be like that?

Today as we battle climate change, the use of organic clothing made from plant fibers has made its way back. Not only is organic clothing good for the environment but it’s also kinder to the skin. The absence of harmful dyes and chemicals makes it the top choice for eco-conscious fashion.

I’d like to share with you how I started my company, Blue Canoe. In all honesty I’ve always felt a bit like it started me, but I’ve heard that same sentiment from other founders of homegrown companies like mine. 40 Acres in the Woods Back in the 80’s I was living on an off-grid 40-acre homestead with my family. We had a half-acre organic veggie garden and 50 organic fruit trees. We canned 60 qu...

Toss those everyday clothing items that are bad for your health You may not be ready to join a nudist colony, but you might consider trading out some of your everyday clothing items.  Why?  They could be bad for your health. Let me explain. Many of the fabrics we take for granted are not the best thing to have against your skin, and they definitely aren’t environmentally friendly. 3 apparel ite...

Have you ever wondered where your clothing comes from and where it goes when you're done with it?  Unfortunately, for the majority of fashion, the news is not good. But you can help change that. Be part of the emerging sustainable fashion movement.