Coyuchi
Percale, damask, sateen, and flannel bed linens made from organically-grown cotton, in a variety of colors and patterns. ”Every fiber of cotton we use is produced in accordance with the standards set forth by the International Federation of Organic Agriculture Movements (IFOAM)…All our organic cotton is grown in India by family farmers organized in cooperatives. We willingly pay premium prices to these small-scale growers for their organic cotton fiber because this encourages organic practices that protect not only the environment, but the farmers, their families, and their communities from exposure to toxic agricultural chemicals. Also, by purchasing their cotton at a better price per kilo, we help support local and economically sustainable production.”
Cowgirl Creamery
Award-winning artisinal cheeses made in Pt. Reyes, California, from local organic milk and cream. When I used to live down the road from Pt. Reyes, I would go to this creamery and buy fresh cheese–mmmmmmmm!–and I’ve been to the farm where they get their milk. Now they have expanded with a store in San Francisco and one in Washington DC, and carry organic and artisinal cheeses from all over the world. On their website they also have a comprehensive “Cheese Library” with pictures of each variety and descriptions which include wine pairings, which you can search by milk type, country, raw or pasturized, and even cheesemaker!
Country Save Laundry Products
This affordable laundry detergent provides a safe, gentle wash without the use of dyes, fragrance, phosphates, enzymes, optical brightners or harsh chemicals (powdered is unscented; liquid has a slight fragrance). Suitable for those with sensitive skin problems and for baby clothes. Carton is made from recycled paper with a substantial amount of content being post-consumer material. Inner poly bag made from 100% recycled plastic resins. Plastic measuring scoop is 100% post consumer recycled plastic such as milk bottles, 5-gallon pails and water jugs.
Country Curtains
Cotton curtains in many styles and colors, with matching fabric yardage. Now at Vermont Country Store.
The Cottage Stillroom & Candle Factory
Solid beeswax tapers made in various sizes and a whole rainbow of colors. Made using the centuries-old French craft of hand-pouring beeswax into tin "tube and funnel" moulds.
Cotton Clouds
Cotton yarns in every weight and color. Other natural fibers, too.Cosmetics Without Synthetics
Natural cosmetics store with over 300 pure products to choose from–natural makeup (including lipstick, mascara, and foundation) natural skincare products, hair, and bodycare items. "No animal testing, no ingredients of mammal origin, no artificial preservatives (parabens), no artificial colorings (FD&C), no synthetic chemicals, no mineral oil, no pesticide or herbicide residues, no solvents." You can purchase a sample of almost every product before you buy the regular size.
Cooper Mountain Vineyards
The first winery in the Pacific Northwest to produce all of its wines from 100% certified organic and Biodynamic estate grown grapes. “We believe that our winemaking begins in the vineyard. That vines, cared for naturally, will give forth such magnificent fruit that our winemaker’s job is easy…We believe organic wine, especially with the farming practices of Biodynamics enhancing the vineyards, are better balanced with nature and our bodies…Biodynamic farming practices enhance the earth and allow the vines to give forth superior fruit that is rich in the unique flavors of our terroir. ”
The Container Store
Carries a large selection of glass food storage containers in many sizes and styles (type “glass food storage” in their search box).
Conservatree
Because more than 90% of printing and office papers have no recycled content, Conservatree has dedicated themselves to finding and cataloging all the recycled paper products in existence. Their site has extensive lists of products made from recycled or tree-free papers, including writing papers, tissue products, newsprint, gift wrap, wedding invitations, calendars, all-occasion cards, stationery and notecards, school and office supplies, and packaging products. Recycled contents range up to 100% postconsumer fibers. In addition, there is much background information, too, on papermaking, paper recycling, and how to choose paper. This is the site to learn all about the best environmental options for paper.
