Asian Bedding

An Asian bedding style can give your bedroom a beautiful exotic appeal. These bedding linens reflect various cultural elements, each with unique and distinct designs. The motifs bedding linen designers use are as different as the many diverse regions and countries that make up this vast continent.

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The Many Cultures of Asia

The term "Asian bedding" can encompass many different styles since Asia is the world's largest continent. Comprised of 69 different countries, Asia has some very uniquely cultures and lifestyles. These ten countries bring specific cultural influences to what are typically known as Asian designs:

• China
• India
• Indonesia
• Japan
• Korea
• Malaysia
• Philippines
• Thailand
• Vietnam

Asian Bedding Styles and Fabrics

Asian bedding can include pattern elements such as bamboo, peacocks, dragons, and Chinese and Japanese characters. Floral patterns are also a very common pattern choices for bedding and include cherry blossoms, peony blossoms and lotus flowers.

Luxury fabrics lend themselves well to Asian bedding designs and include such choices as Resham silk, Chinese silk and velvet. Indian bedding styles are typically bright, colorful fabrics that often have small mirrors sewn onto them, various bead shapes and colors or are embroidered with gold metallic threads.

Chinese Influences

Chinese-styled bedding can be subtle or dramatic. The use of metallic gold designs such as Chinese characters, dragon and phoenix, calligraphy, bamboo and other floral designs offer great design opportunities. One of these opportunities is to include decorative silk pillows and lampshades to accent your bedding choices.You can also find warm fleece stadium blankets with Chinese characters and designs.

Japanese Influences

Americans are quite familiar with the futon style bed, as these beds are popular sellers in the United States. This space-saving beds originated in Japan, where space in most households is very limited. Often, just one room is used for eating, sleeping, working and living.

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You can give your futon an authentic Asian-inspired look by adding a Japanese Shiki Futon mattress filled with cotton, just as they are in Japan. Coordinate this with a decorative mattress cover made from traditional Japanese fabric. Stay toasty warm at night with a silk filled Kake Futon cover, an authentic Japanese comforter filled with light, supple, hand-pulled mulberry silk. The silk fibers are excellent for retaining body heat and are naturally hypo-allergenic as well as resistant to mildew and moisture.

Thai Influences

For a more formal look in the bedroom, try Thai bedding. Thai bedding is made from high quality Thai silk and often comes in a variety of bright, vivid colors. Stripes, medallions and floral patterns are common. Decorative throw pillows are found in Thai bedding sets, as well as decorative runners that can be placed horizontally along the foot of the bed for an added design element.

Indian Influences

Another type of Asian style bedding is heavily influenced by the culture of India. Today, there are many talented artisans living in or near India that make luxury bedding with intricate embroidery by hand, combining age-old workmanship with modern electric hand looms. The designs and materials used in this authentic Indian style bedding reflect the rich cultural heritage of this region of the world. From the ancient master embroiderers of the Kutch region to the exotic textile designs of the Mughal Dynasty, you're sure to find the perfect bedding design.

Tribal Monsoon

Thanks to modern day textile distributors such as Tribal Monsoon, artisans who live in the rural areas of South Asia are able to keep their cultural textile craftsmanship alive. The company factory and warehouse are located in Pakistan, which is one of the world's largest producers of cotton textiles. Companies like Tribal Monsoon help support the artisans and their families living in impoverished regions by contracting them to produce authentic handmade bedding and other textiles and then distribute these products worldwide. When you purchase this type of authentic Asian bedding, you help these artisans survive and preserve their way of life.

Where to Buy

You can find all styles of Asian bedding online. See different styles at these online retailers:

• Oriental Furniture
• Cafe Press
• Orientspiration
• The Home Decorating Company

No matter what style of Asian bedding you choose, this bedding will help you add a unique touch to your bedroom or guest bedroom.

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Western Bedding

There is a large variety of Western bedding available today that can help you accessorize your cabin, log home, southwestern or ranch style home. Western bedding encompasses a variety of themes, including everything from wildlife to Native American art to rodeo events.

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Shopping for Western Bedding

When it comes to Western-style bedding, you probably won't find exactly what you're looking for in everyday department stores such as Wal-Mart or JCPenney. You will find a much better selection of this type of bedding in specialty stores that focuson Western-themed d�cor.

Lone Star Western D�cor: This company is owned and operated by Black Forest D�cor, LLC, a mail order catalog and Internet retailer specializing in rustic d�cor for cabins and lodges. Lone Star offers over 100 different Western themed bedding collections with influences such as Native American, cowboy, horses, Southwestern and ranch. With such a large variety, you can match almost any color scheme you might have or want for your bedroom. You also get free shipping on orders over $99.

Timberline: This retailer has their bedding styles broken down into separate categories that include western, southwestern, rustic cabin, animal print, designer western, luxury and camouflage. The most expensive bedding collections are listed under the designer western category, with adult collections starting at $1399 and kids bedding starting at $499. Most of the other collections are priced between $200 and $300. Detailed descriptions include the type of fabrics the bedding and accessories are made from and instructions for care.

Rods.com: At Rods, you can find Western bedding with strong influences from the cowboy and rodeo lifestyle, with bedding sets such as the Cutter Comforter Set, the Team Roper set and the Barrel Racer Set. Many of the comforters have a faux suede appearance, perfect for your ranch-style home. You can also find bedding sets with an old-fashioned, patchwork quilt design and southwestern style designs.

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Cabelas: Here you will find a large selection of rustic lodge and cabin style bedding with wildlife, wilderness and outdoor sportsman type patterns such as hunting and fishing. Camouflage and animal print patterns are also available. Sets are reasonably priced and include a comforter with accessories such as bed skirts, shams and throw pillows. Not all sets include the same accessories so be sure to read the description carefully.

Western Passion: This store has some very unique Western-style bedding collections. One of the most notable is the Tee Pee Western Bedding set which includes a cornice and drape that goes over the bed, turning your bed into an authentic looking teepee. This collection can be found in the Double D bedding category which features made to order designer bedding with exquisit hand-made details. This custom bedding can take up to six months or longer to complete and returns are not accepted. Western Passion also has two custom designed bedding collections from Trading Spaces designer Christi Proctor, who designed the Mary Hayden and Miss Kitty classic old West style bedding collections exclusively for Western Passion.

Styles, Colors and Textures

If Western bedding gives you the mental image of a little boy's comforter showing a cartoon cowboy waving a lasso atop his cartoon horse, you will be pleasantly surprised when you browse the multitude of designs available today.

While Western-inspired styles still may be appropriate for kids' bedding, adult patterns have much to offer as well.

• Some designs capture the colors of nature, such as the deep rich greens and browns found in evergreen forests and the striking blue hues of mountain lakes and skies.
• Native American influences provide eye-catching geometric patterns.
• New microfiber fabrics provide simulated looks and textures of materials, such as rawhide, suede and leather.
• Luxury fabrics, such as velvet and chenilles, can help you incorporate Western theme bedding and accessories into a formal style interior.
• Embellishments such as fringe and embroidered appliques help add a finished, custom appearance.

Find Your Niche

Whether you are looking for rustic, lodge style bedding that depicts images of the great outdoors such as pine trees, lake trout, moose, deer, bear, elk and wolves, a colorful, Southwestern pattern that reflects Native American designs or the look of the ranching lifestyle, you can find a Western-inspired pattern and style that connects with you and compliments your home.

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Ed Hardy Bed Linens

Bold animal prints are a Hardy staple.

Wildly colorful and undeniably creative, Ed Hardy bed linens add a splash of color and a bold look to any bedroom. The line is distinctive and immediately recognizable for its tattoo-inspired prints, and the Hardy bedding collection is nothing short of incredibly imaginative.

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About Ed Hardy

Tattoo artist Ed Hardy probably never expected that his workmanship would ever be regarded as a major trend in the worlds of men's and women's fashion. That's exactly what happened, though, when designer Christian Audigier assumed the rights to create a line of clothing and accessories featuring Hardy's unique Japanese tattoo designs. In addition to these, the line also includes a number of lifestyle products, such as computer accessories, barware, journals and bedding.

Types of Ed Hardy Bed Linens

From duvets and pillow shams to sheets and decorative pillows, the Ed Hardy bedding collection, created by Wholly Sheet, includes a little bit of something for everyone. The bedding company utilizes high-quality materials (like 300-thread count sateen and single-ply cotton) and uses digital printing to implement Hardy's work on the linens.

Whether you plan to redecorate the entire bedroom with a tattoo-inspired theme, or simply add a couple of pieces to an existing set-up to liven things up, you can count on finding something appropriate to suit your needs. Among the many items available are:

• Blankets: Soft and plush, Ed Hardy blankets are a great gift idea for anyone who loves the bold and hates the cold. They are made of polyester and acrylic blends for an ultra-soft texture, and are great for throwing over the bed or even the couch as a head-turning accent piece. Note that these are somewhat rarer, but not impossible to find.
• Duvets: Whether bold or subtle, there are a number of duvets available bearing Ed Hardy's edgy artwork. More understated designs feature dark color palettes with minimal embroidery, while adventurous pieces are wildly fearless in their use of opposing colors. Duvets are available in twin, full, queen, and king sizes, and are typically sold in sets with either one or two pillow shams.
• Euro shams: Measuring 26 by 26 inches, European pillows are large, overstuffed squares that a distinct element to any room. Slip an Ed Hardy sham over it and you can count on turning some heads! These pillows are perfect for dens and family rooms, too. Decorative shams like Hardy's can also prove to be great conversation starters. Look for striking prints and a few subtle ones, like multicolored trim around a solid colored center.
• Neck rolls: Slightly unusual but also very fun for the ardent Ed Hardy fan, neck rolls are designed to complement existing bedding collections by the designer. They feature long, lean shapes and are overstuffed for coziness. Available in a variety of prints and solid colors, these pillows also make great complements to simple bedroom d�cor thanks to their diminutive size.
• Pillowcases: Available in standard, queen and king sizes, the Ed Hardy pillowcase lineup is vast. Some styles speak to the darker side of the artist's work, featuring devilish color palettes and fierce art, while others are lighter and almost playful with their soft colors (think yellow and baby blue). Since pillowcases are fairly discreet and not generally visible, they also make a fine addition to an existing set-up, although they can certainly be shown off.
• Sheet sets: Ed Hardy sheet sets offer everything you need, including a flat sheet, fitted sheet and two pillowcases. The sheet sets are packaged in large collector boxes that are etched with the artist's work along the edges. The sets feature fairly bold designs, although some are more demure than others - for example, you may choose to opt for a white sheet set with minimal tattoo artwork if you're going the more understated route.

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What to Expect

Not familiar with Ed Hardy's work? Consider the bedding a crash course in all things wild and wonderful. The tattoo artist's workmanship features a host of mesmerizing prints, some of which may not be suitable for the very conservative. Look for Ed Hardy bed linens with:

• Bold pronouncements, like banners stating "Love Kills Slowly"
• Daring patterns, like sharp animal teeth and blazing fires
• Exotic animal prints and unexpected color combinations, like pink and green camouflage leopard spots
• Mermaids posing seductively atop vibrant backdrops
• Playful motifs, like lounging bumblebees and smiling flowers
• Skulls with flowers in their long hair

Where to Shop

Tracking down Ed Hardy bedding can be a bit of a hassle, but it isn't impossible to find the pieces you want. Visit online haunts like Amazon and eBay for the best pick of what's readily available, and be sure to check the latter site frequently for new additions. You may wish to check the Ed Hardy brick and mortar stores, many of which are outlets. Visit the store locator to find the store nearest you.

As with any piece of bedding, it can be tricky to find the right piece without seeing it in person. Unfortunately, you may have to purchase Ed Hardy bedding online, so do some research on the seller's return policy beforehand. With the right piece in your possession, you can count on years of use and plenty of color, too.

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Kids bedding?s best kept secret

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Kids' Bath Towels

The sky is the limit when it comes to kids' bath towel choices. Your child can find a towel with her favorite cartoon character that makes the search for the ideal towel fun and exciting.

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Hooded Towels

One of the most popular designs today for kids' towels is the hooded bath towel. These towels have been very popular for infants because the hood helps keep the baby warm while you wrap the rest of the towel around her body. However, hooded towels are not just for babies.

You can find a great selection of hooded towels designed for bigger kids. These terry cloth towels are soft and plush. You can find brightly colored towels in many different designs, such as mythical creatures, monsters, farm animals, wild animals, sea creatures and more.

Just don't be surprised if your child gets somewhat attached to her favorite hooded towel. She may use her towel as a costume or cuddle up with it while watching television.

Personalized Towels

Along with hooded towels, children love personalized towels. Anytime you can put a child's name on something, it makes that object special to the child. Who wouldn't want to use a bath towel with their name written on it? Now if they would only invent personalized soap, maybe it wouldn't be such a battle to actually get a child clean.

You can find personalized bath towels with fun patterns such as pirate ships, jungle animals, flowers, sports items, hearts and more. You can also have your child's name added on some hooded towels. In addition to personalized towels, you can have your child's initials placed on a monogrammed bath towel.

Bath Towel Sets

A great way to buy bath towels for kids is to buy a bath towel set. Most bath towel sets include a bath towel, hand towel and washcloth, although some towel sets only include the bath towel and a washcloth. At The Company Store, you can buy a bath towel set that includes a water resistant toiletry bag.

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Disney Bath Towels

If your child is a big Disney fan, you can find bath towels with Disney characters on them. At Amazon, you can find many Disney character kids' towels including:

• Winnie the Pooh
• Mickey Mouse Clubhouse
• Cinderella
• Ariel (The Little Mermaid)

Macy's also carries Disney hooded towels with characters from Toy Story, Cars and the Disney princesses.

Oversized Towels

Oversized bath towels for kids are not that easy to find. You can use a kids' beach towel as an oversized bath towel if you are unable to find one.

One place where you can find oversized bath towels for kids is the Colorful Childhood Store. These large, plush, hooded towels are big enough to use as beach towels. They were designed by a mom from Virginia named Wendy Carter. Carter was inspired to design these towels because of her oldest daughter's attachment to her beloved "ducky" hooded towel, which she had received on her first birthday. The little girl would not get out of the bath without this special towel. Mom Wendy has designed a total of 15 different kids' towels which will work for kids up to eight years old.

Organic Cotton and Bamboo Bath Towels

Most kids' bath towels are made of 100% cotton terry cloth. If your child has sensitive skin or allergies, you should consider buying bath towels made from organic cotton or bamboo. Organic cotton is guaranteed to be free of chemicals, pesticides and other toxins because it is grown by environmentally friendly standards. Bamboo is naturally antimicrobial and hypoallergenic. Bath towels made from bamboo fiber are naturally odor resistant and a great choice for those with sensitive skin. You can find organic cotton and bamboo kids' towels at Green and More and Toys R Us.

More Shopping Resources for Kids' Bath Towels

You can find bath towels and bath towel sets for kids at the following online retailers:

• Lauren's Linens
• Lillian Vernon
• Beso
• Pottery Barn

Make bath time more fun with plush, cozy, colorful kids' bath towels. With so many styles to choose from, you are sure to find a towel your child will love.

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Best Bath Towels

Bath towels are some of the most heavily used linens in the home. A quality bath towel needs to be more than just attractive. These linens must be able to withstand repeated washings, they must be soft and absorbent and most importantly, bath towels should be resistant to odors (and mildew from repeated contact with moisture) while being gentle to sensitive skin.

Start With Quality Material

A good bath towel starts with quality materials. The top three materials that high end or luxury towels are constructed from are bamboo fiber, Egyptian cotton and organic cotton.

Bamboo

Bamboo is well-known as an eco-friendly material used to make household items such as furniture. Bamboo can also be used to make textiles, which are constructed from bamboo yarn. Bamboo makes the top of the list for quality materials because of these benefits that occur naturally within the fibers of the bamboo plant itself:

• Bamboo yarn is extremely soft, often compared to cashmere.
• The fibers are very strong.
• It is anti-bacterial, which makes it resistant to odors and mildew, also making it a good choice for people who suffer from allergies.
• Bamboo fabric is breathable and absorbent.
• It is also economical and eco-friendly.

Bamboo fabric produces towels that are extremely soft yet durable, are naturally resistant to bacteria and are absorbent while quickly evaporating excess moisture.

Egyptian Cotton

In the textile industry, Egyptian cotton is considered the finest type of cotton available. The extra-long cotton fibers, called staples, allow the cotton fiber to be spun into very fine yarns that are soft, durable and more absorbent than regular cotton. Like bamboo fiber, Egyptian cotton absorbs dyes well, resulting in bright, vividly colored textiles. Bath towels made from 100% Egyptian cotton are softer and more absorbent than towels made from ordinary cotton.

Organic Cotton

Organic cotton is grown using ecologically friendly standards. The United States and Europe have strict regulations over how the cotton is grown. Organic cotton is produced without the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. This means linens made from organic cotton will not contain any of the harsh chemicals that can be found in commercially grown cotton. This can be especially important for people with allergies, sensitive skin or certain dermatological conditions such as eczema. You can find high quality organic cotton towels completely free from bleaches or dyes, which can cause the fibers to become brittle over time.

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Size Matters

Besides quality fabric, what else makes some bath towels better than others? For many people, the size of the towel is an important factor. This can be especially true for those who are large, tall or both.

Oversized bath towels are often referred to as bath sheets. These towels have extra material and are designed to wrap completely around an adult body. You don't just dry off with an oversized bath towel - you wrap yourself in soft, luxurious warmth.

Standard bath towel sizes will vary between manufacturers. An oversized bath towel can measure 35 x 60 inches, 34 x 68 inches or something close to those sizes.

What About Thread Count?

Thread count is the number of horizontal and vertical threads in a one inch square of fabric. Thread count is commonly used when describing bedding such as sheets, however, manufacturers do not use thread count when describing bath towels. Instead, towels are described by weight in grams. A medium density towel is usually around 500 grams, while thicker, more plush towels are 700-850 grams.

Monogrammed and Embroidered Towels

Monogrammed and embroidered towels are often made to order and can be customized to suit your needs. Most monogrammed towels can have up to three letters in a variety of decorative font. Embroidered towels have some type of decorative design stitched into the towel. These types of towels are often used for guests or set out as a decorative display.

Where to Go for Advice and Reviews

The best bath towels will not always be the same for everyone. Individual opinions and needs will always be a factor. However, doing a little research can help you determine what type of towel might be best for you.

A great place to start your research is Buzzillions. Here you can find more information on the fabrics, sizes, brands and price ranges of almost 1400 different towels. Buzzillions offers advice on how to shop for towels and what to avoid. You can also read reviews on different types of bath towels. The reviewer's favorite pick for towels were Egyptian cotton and bamboo. The top brands include:

• Christy
• Avanti
• Jay Franco
• MSR
• Fieldcrest
• Aquis

Where to Buy

The following list of retailers includes those that sell bamboo, Egyptian cotton, organic cotton, oversized, monogrammed and embroidered bath towels:

• Home Treasure Cove
• Luxor Linens
• Rawganique
• Brylane Home
• Fine Linen and Bath

What Are the Best Bath Towels?

The best bath towels depend on your individual needs. If you have sensitive skin, bamboo or organic cotton may work best for you. If you are a large or tall person, you may want to go with oversized towels. If you like a thick, plush towel, a 700 gram Egyptian cotton towel might appeal to you the most. If you're looking for decorative towels to display in your guest bathroom, you may prefer monogrammed or embroidered towels.

Determine what you want in a bath towel and then figure out a price range that you're comfortable with. This will help you narrow down your options for finding the best bath towel for you.

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Best Bath Towels

Bath towels are some of the most heavily used linens in the home. A quality bath towel needs to be more than just attractive. These linens must be able to withstand repeated washings, they must be soft and absorbent and most importantly, bath towels should be resistant to odors (and mildew from repeated contact with moisture) while being gentle to sensitive skin.

Start With Quality Material

A good bath towel starts with quality materials. The top three materials that high end or luxury towels are constructed from are bamboo fiber, Egyptian cotton and organic cotton.

Bamboo

Bamboo is well-known as an eco-friendly material used to make household items such as furniture. Bamboo can also be used to make textiles, which are constructed from bamboo yarn. Bamboo makes the top of the list for quality materials because of these benefits that occur naturally within the fibers of the bamboo plant itself:

• Bamboo yarn is extremely soft, often compared to cashmere.
• The fibers are very strong.
• It is anti-bacterial, which makes it resistant to odors and mildew, also making it a good choice for people who suffer from allergies.
• Bamboo fabric is breathable and absorbent.
• It is also economical and eco-friendly.

Bamboo fabric produces towels that are extremely soft yet durable, are naturally resistant to bacteria and are absorbent while quickly evaporating excess moisture.

Egyptian Cotton

In the textile industry, Egyptian cotton is considered the finest type of cotton available. The extra-long cotton fibers, called staples, allow the cotton fiber to be spun into very fine yarns that are soft, durable and more absorbent than regular cotton. Like bamboo fiber, Egyptian cotton absorbs dyes well, resulting in bright, vividly colored textiles. Bath towels made from 100% Egyptian cotton are softer and more absorbent than towels made from ordinary cotton.

Organic Cotton

Organic cotton is grown using ecologically friendly standards. The United States and Europe have strict regulations over how the cotton is grown. Organic cotton is produced without the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. This means linens made from organic cotton will not contain any of the harsh chemicals that can be found in commercially grown cotton. This can be especially important for people with allergies, sensitive skin or certain dermatological conditions such as eczema. You can find high quality organic cotton towels completely free from bleaches or dyes, which can cause the fibers to become brittle over time.

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Size Matters

Besides quality fabric, what else makes some bath towels better than others? For many people, the size of the towel is an important factor. This can be especially true for those who are large, tall or both.

Oversized bath towels are often referred to as bath sheets. These towels have extra material and are designed to wrap completely around an adult body. You don't just dry off with an oversized bath towel - you wrap yourself in soft, luxurious warmth.

Standard bath towel sizes will vary between manufacturers. An oversized bath towel can measure 35 x 60 inches, 34 x 68 inches or something close to those sizes.

What About Thread Count?

Thread count is the number of horizontal and vertical threads in a one inch square of fabric. Thread count is commonly used when describing bedding such as sheets, however, manufacturers do not use thread count when describing bath towels. Instead, towels are described by weight in grams. A medium density towel is usually around 500 grams, while thicker, more plush towels are 700-850 grams.

Monogrammed and Embroidered Towels

Monogrammed and embroidered towels are often made to order and can be customized to suit your needs. Most monogrammed towels can have up to three letters in a variety of decorative font. Embroidered towels have some type of decorative design stitched into the towel. These types of towels are often used for guests or set out as a decorative display.

Where to Go for Advice and Reviews

The best bath towels will not always be the same for everyone. Individual opinions and needs will always be a factor. However, doing a little research can help you determine what type of towel might be best for you.

A great place to start your research is Buzzillions. Here you can find more information on the fabrics, sizes, brands and price ranges of almost 1400 different towels. Buzzillions offers advice on how to shop for towels and what to avoid. You can also read reviews on different types of bath towels. The reviewer's favorite pick for towels were Egyptian cotton and bamboo. The top brands include:

• Christy
• Avanti
• Jay Franco
• MSR
• Fieldcrest
• Aquis

Where to Buy

The following list of retailers includes those that sell bamboo, Egyptian cotton, organic cotton, oversized, monogrammed and embroidered bath towels:

• Home Treasure Cove
• Luxor Linens
• Rawganique
• Brylane Home
• Fine Linen and Bath

What Are the Best Bath Towels?

The best bath towels depend on your individual needs. If you have sensitive skin, bamboo or organic cotton may work best for you. If you are a large or tall person, you may want to go with oversized towels. If you like a thick, plush towel, a 700 gram Egyptian cotton towel might appeal to you the most. If you're looking for decorative towels to display in your guest bathroom, you may prefer monogrammed or embroidered towels.

Determine what you want in a bath towel and then figure out a price range that you're comfortable with. This will help you narrow down your options for finding the best bath towel for you.

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Zicci Bea Bedding Interview

Founders Yali Katz and Shoshanah Weinstock

Zicci Bea is a dream realized by friends Yali Katz and Shoshanah Weinstock. Both women are interior designers and saw a need in the bedding market that�they felt their combined unique design styles and perspectives could fill. Recently, LoveToKnow editor Sally Painter had the opportunity to discuss this new venture between friends in this exclusive interview.

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A Look Inside Zicci Bea Bedding

LoveToKnow (LTK): When did you first open doors for business? How did you come up with the name?

Yali Katz (YK): We were fully open for business in January 2010. We brainstormed on our name, which is a play on our never used middle names, one fine day over lunch two years before we opened.

Friends as Business Partners

LTK: Two friends joining forces to create a company sounds exciting and challenging, what advice do you have for others who might be tempted to take the plunge?

Shoshanah Weinstock (SW): Just do it! Keep your eye on the goal and remember to be open about issues. Creating a business plan and partnership agreement are key. Shoshanah and Yali make a point to go Girl shopping once a month, no business talk allowed!

LTK: What is the one thing that you've learned in this partnership that surprised you?

SW and YK: Two people with different and many skill sets still require a support team to keep moving forward.

Bedding Collections

LTK: What types of bedding collections do you offer? It's all machine washable, which is a big plus!

SW: Our debut collection is composed of fun color spins on classic patterns that nearly everyone can identify with. Many of our patterns are not age specific and can grow from toddler to teen or teen to adult. Our reversible concept keeps the look of our bedding fresh. Clients can be hotel sophisticated one day and funky stripes another without investing in two bedding sets.

LTK: Where did the names for your bedding�collections�come from?

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YK: Some were descriptive, some are an ode to people we work with, we brainstormed the rest.

LTK: How did you decide on the type of products to carry?

YK: We simply felt a need, then studied the void in the bedding market and developed a product in the style and price point that we were unable to find.

LTK: How much creative control did each of you have over your collections? What process did you use to narrow your choices and then make final decisions?

SW: We have complete creative control. All our patterns and colors were developed because of a need in the market so it was important for us to edit, edit, edit until we were satisfied. Our collection consists of girl, boy, adult, guest, bachelor and everything in between.

Healthy Earth Commitment

LTK: What is Healthy Earth Commitment?

YK: Healthy Earth is so important to us. We are moms first, then we are designers. Putting our children and selves to sleep on a product that uses certified safe dyes and no toxic chemicals is very important to us. We are also consumers and created a product that we can and would buy. The price points for our bedding are about half of what a similar product in design and quality would cost. We are able to do this because we keep our overhead down and pass that on to our customers.

Where to Buy

LTK: Besides online, customers can find your bedding in many brick and mortar stores. Any plans for your own retail stores? What's on the horizon for Zicci Bea?

YK: We don?t stop here. As interior designers we have so many ideas for accessories and possibly furniture. We plan to keep developing new patterns and don?t plan on limiting our offerings to bedding only. Stay tuned!

A Special Thank You

LoveToKnow would like to thank Yali Katz and Shoshanah Weinstock of Zicci Bea�for taking time out of their busy schedules�to share their story.

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Bed Sheets That Keep You Cool

Believe it or not, the qualities of your bed linens can mean the difference between nightly tossing and turning from hot flashes and sleeping peacefully, cool as a cucumber. Whether you are looking for bed sheets that can keep you cooler year-round or just in spring and summer, there are plenty of sheets to choose amongst.

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Cool Sheets for Comfortable Sleep

Don't sweat over buying your next set of sheets. Investigate cool material technologies, find out why they work and where you can find them before you buy.

Nano-Tex

Nano-Tex uses nanotechnology to transform the molecular structure of fibers creating superior fabrics with properties such as odor resistance, fabric breathability and moisture resistance. Nano-Tex Coolest Comfort sheets have an advanced moisture-wicking system that helps to regulate your body temperature. Nano-Tex sheets (available in standard sizes) range in price from $10 for a pillowcase to $170 for a comforter set and can be purchased from several worldwide retailers including Walmart, Overstock.com and Amazon.com.

Cool Sensations

Cool Sensations bed linens claim to whisk away perspiration and evaporate any moisture from the bedding reducing nighttime discomfort due to overheating. Their DermaTherapy fabric is especially marketed toward women going through menopause who experience consistent hot flashes and night sweats. Cool Sensations bedding can be purchased through the company's website or at Sears and Amazon.com, and range in price from $15 for a standard pillowcase to $200 for a king-sized sheets set.

Outlast

Outlast bedding utilizes a unique technology that proactively manages the heat and moisture levels over the course of a night's sleep. The Outlast products are desirable for both menopausal women and simply "thermally incompatible" couples. This particular bedding option doesn't just wick away moisture, but regulates the sleeping environment to alleviate discomfort from temperature spikes. By balancing the skin's temperature it prevents moisture from even making an appearance. You can buy Outlast bedding (available in standard sizes) from many online retailers, such as CoolingMattress.com and Amazon.com. Prices range from $40 for a pillowcase to over $430 for a Cal-king bedding set.

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Nidraa

Nidraa products use a blend of synthetic and natural fibers to quickly wick away any moisture and cool the skin's temperature. The patented Dri-Release material with Fresh Guard treatment can be washed without losing its moisture-controlling abilities. You can buy Nidraa bedding at retailers such as ComfortTherapy.com and DriNights.com. Sheet sets are available in all the standard sizes and range in price from $25 for a pillowcase to $140 for a king sheets set.

Quality Bedding Means Quality Sleep

Invest in natural-fiber sheets that demonstrate moisture-wicking qualities. Bamboo fiber is a quick drying, soft fabric that is very breathable and moisture resistant. Cotton or linen also has natural properties that may help keep you cool. The linen fiber, similar to hemp, has a hollow core, which provides good insulation and a breathable fiber. Silk is another natural option for bedding that will help you stay cool at night because its both breathable and has the ability to wick moisture away from your body (though it tends to be more expensive than bamboo, linen or hemp). Depending on thread count and brand, natural fiber sheets sets will run you between $40 (bamboo twin set) to upwards of $400 (high-quality silk king set).

Getting a good night's sleep is important for your health. Finding the right type of bedding can make a big difference in the quality of sleep you get.

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Candlewick Bedspreads

Anyone who appreciates antique or vintage style home d�cor will love the look of a candlewick bedspread. Even if the bedspread is not a genuine antique, the old fashioned appeal in its design can add a heartwarming touch to a vintage style bedroom. According to the antique auction marketplace Old and Sold, candlewick bedspreads originated well over 100 years ago in England and Scotland. The name evolved from the embroidery patterns which were constructed from the same coarse, white yarn used to make homemade candle wicks.

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Where to Buy

You can buy new and vintage candlewick bedspreads online at the following places. The first two retailers listed offer new bedspreads that feature traditional candlewick designs. The last two stores are located on eBay and offer vintage or antique candlewick bedspreads.

• A Touch of Class - This upscale home d�cor retailer offers two styles of traditional candlewick bedspreads, the John Adams design and the Spirit of America design. Each bedspread features cotton embroidering with a large medallion in the center surrounded by other intricate designs and fringe around the edges.
• Linen Source - Here you can find two lovely candlewick bedspread designs in the store's chenille bedspread category. The first design, called Martha's Choice, is fashioned after the original design that George Washington chose for his bride. The second design, called New England Tradition, features floral vines that surround a star-shaped medallion and knotted fringe around the edges of the spread.
• Judy Chenilles Linens Boutique - This seller runs an eBay store and offers vintage candlewick bedspreads made in the early 20th century, during the 1920's and 1930's. Some of her bedspreads are listed as museum quality, so if you are interested in purchasing an antique bedspread, this is a good place to start.
• The Antique Linen Cupboard - This is another eBay store where you can often find vintage candlewick bedspreads from the United Kingdom. The seller ships worldwide - just remember to factor in the cost of shipping before you decide to bid on or buy one of these bedspreads.

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Candlewick Patterns

One of the most common patterns in these bedspreads is a large central medallion surrounded by some other type of design, which is often geometric or floral. The American eagle was a common pattern seen in candlewick bedspreads during the colonial era in the U.S.

The oldest known patterns often depict the English and Scottish countryside, where this style of bedspread first originated. Some patterns are more free-flowing, with natural motifs such as flowers, vines, leaves, baskets, trees and birds. Patterns were sometimes handed down from mothers to daughters and given names that would aptly describe each motif. The edges of the bedspread are commonly finished with some type of decorative fringe.

The Embroidery Process

Before industrial machines were made that could produce this type of stitching, the embroidery on a candlewick bedspread involved painstaking hours of hand tuffting or knotting candlewick yarn on a muslin fabric. Colonial and French knots were used, as were stem, satin and straight stitches. The stitches are raised by using a small stick or similar tool to loop the yarn over while making each knot. The end result is an elegant, textured pattern that is either the same color as the base fabric or a slightly lighter color. Because of the time and talent it took to create the intricate patterns, candlewick bedspreads were often given as a wedding gift to the bride.

Other Resources for Antique Bedspreads

In addition to the eBay stores previously mentioned, other resources you can try to find antique candlewick bedspreads include Ruby Lane and Cynthia's Linen Closet. Pay careful attention to chenille style bedspreads with hand embroidery, as these types of bedspreads sometimes have the candlewick patterns, without being labeled as a candlewick bedspread. You may also find antique or vintage bedspreads at an estate sale.

Add a Touch of Elegance to Your Bedroom

It's easy to create an elegant look in your bedroom when you add a candlewick bedspread to the room's d�cor. You will need little else, if anything, on top of your bed because these classic bedspreads are true works of art.

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