Giraffe Blankets

Add an exotic and colorful splash to any room with giraffe blankets. These fun, colorful blankets are appropriate for people of all ages.

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For a Child's Room

You can find giraffes blankets in many different styles. These blankets are very popular for babies and young children. Most children love animals, from pets to exotic jungle creatures.

You can find giraffe blankets for babies with cute, cartoon-like baby giraffe designs. You can also find personalized blankets, like the JoJo Designs Giraffe Personalized blanket that features a monogrammed name next to the silhouette of a tall, gangly looking giraffe. Some baby blankets even have a little giraffe head poking out from the top edge of the blanket, like the Noah's Friends Giraffe plush blanket. There are just so many styles of adorable giraffe blankets for kids. The hard part is choosing which one you like best.

Your child will probably fall in love with his blanket. When it is not being used by your little one, it will look great draped over a chair or across the foot of his bed.

For an Adult's Room

Giraffe blankets aren't just for children. Animal prints have become wildly popular for all types of home decor. Giraffe prints are now holding their own against zebra, tiger and leopard prints.

One of the reasons the giraffe has become such a popular pattern for many home decor items is the striking contrast of the dark, irregular shapes against a tan, gold or white background. Most giraffe prints come in some shade of brown and white. These are neutral colors that go with just about anything. Just because you don't see any green or purple giraffes walking around in Africa, doesn't mean you can't find a giraffe print in those fun, funky colors.

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Giraffe Throw Blankets

It isn't hard to find throw blankets with authentic-looking giraffe prints. This type of blanket is great for adding a splash of color and interesting pattern against a solid-colored bedspread or comforter. A giraffe throw blanket also works well draped over a solid-colored couch, loveseat or chair.

In the Bedroom

Mixing different animal prints can be very effective if you're going for a bold, exotic look in your room. You just need to have the right balance of colors, textures and patterns. You should stick to the more natural looking animal prints when decorating with a mixture.

As Decor

You can hang the blanket on the wall to make an interesting tapestry when you find one that has a giraffe print or lifelike image of the animal. You could also use one to cover a less than attractive table or chair. Most giraffe blankets are made from fleece or a faux fur, microfiber material.

Where to Buy Giraffe Blankets

There are many retailers online that carry these blankets including:

• Overstock
• Babies R Us
• Amazon
• Wildlife Wonders

One of the best sources for buying giraffe blankets is Vision Bedding. At Vision Bedding, you can browse through an entire gallery of giraffe images, both realistic and animated. You can then have the image of your choice made into a micro-suede fleece blanket. Choose to have the giraffe image encompass the entire area of the blanket or have the image made into a repeating pattern. You can even submit your own giraffe image to be made into a blanket. The top of the blanket is a micro-suede material and the underside of the blanket is a soft, fleece material.

You also get to choose the size of blanket that you want. Vision Bedding offers giraffe blankets in the following sizes:

• Lap blanket: 30 x 40 inches
• Throw blanket: 50 x 60 inches
• Bed blanket: 60 x 80 inches

Great Addition to Any Home Decor

Regardless which style of giraffe blanket you prefer, these blankets go well with many different home decor styles. You can use these blankets in a room with an African theme, contemporary style or even a rustic theme. When it comes to children's rooms, giraffe blankets are appropriate for both boys and girls.

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Beach Comforter Sets

Whether you're decorating your beach home or you just want to bring a little bit of vacation to your own home during the summer months, there are plenty of beach comforter sets out there to choose from. It doesn't matter what color your walls or carpet are or even what type of furniture you have. There are so many different styles of beach bedding, there's something for everyone and every bedroom.

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Beach Comforter Set Options

Along with shades of blue and green, you'll find muted earth tones, brights, white, and pastels in beach comforters. You may find army green palm trees set against a sandy beige backdrop nestled in the racks right next to the navy blue and white nautical theme. Some beach-inspired comforters are even brighter, with reds, yellows, greens, and blues thrown together - often against a white background so that they really stand out -- to celebrate the brightly colored strings of tiki lights and fruity concoctions of summer barbecues on the beach. There's no one set "beach" style - just a mix of styles that evoke feelings of carefree, balmy nights, the ocean, the sand, and the palm trees.

Designers to Consider

There are several designers with beach-inspired comforter sets under their names:

• Ralph Lauren
• Karen Maki
• Harbor House
• Nautica
• Huntington
• Hildy
• C & F Bedding
• S. Lichtenberg Bedding
• Victor Mill
• Patch Magic Quilts

You can find beach comforter sets for any color palette. Choose from:

• Palm trees
• Pale neutrals paired with white to remind you of sand
• Bright blue aquarium themes, complete with brightly colored fish
• Anchors or boats, often done in white and navy, sometimes incorporating red or metallics
• Bright, bold flowers
• Lighthouses
• Shells
• Sea life, including starfish and coral
• Flip-flops
• Flamingos

In comforter sets that feature images like trees, flowers, fruits, or some other bold pattern, you'll often find stripes in complementary colors on the accent pillows and dust ruffle. That way the pattern won't overwhelm the eye, but it will stand out, thanks in part to the other, less flashy components of the set.

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Where to Shop

Almost any department store or discount store, like Marshall's or TJ Maxx, that carries a selection of bedding is likely to have at least one style of beach bedding during the summer. However, there are some stores that have a more specialized selection. Consider shopping at:

• Home Decorating Company: This company has a large, beautiful selection of beach comforter sets, ranging from a red, white, and blue nautical set to a hot pink and lime green flamingo set. You'll even get free shipping.
• Linen Locker: Overall, this selection is full of muted tones and decidedly beach-inspired patterns. You won't find too many neon comforters with flamingos here, but you will find several classic beach styles in understated tones.
• Beach House Linens: As the name suggests, this is a very specialized site, and worth a browse when you're hoping to decorate a single room in your home or several bedrooms in your vacation house on the beach. Because of the wide variety of beach styles here, you'll see things you might not find anywhere else, like a bright pink set decorated with flip-flops, shells of several types on a pale blue comforter with scalloped edges, or even a black comforter with colorful fish and coral to contrast with white sheets that feature simple blue shells.
• All Seasons Bedding: Here, you'll only find one style of beach comforter set, but it will complement a wide variety of color schemes thanks to its neutral colors. The set is called Palm Beach and it features a palm tree with muted green fronds set against a sandy tan background.
• Bed Bath and Beyond isn't known for its beach-inspired bedding by any stretch, but it does offer a few unusual beachy styles. One of the standout sets is called Palm Beach. This is a bold, bright tropical print that isn't so over the top that it wouldn't work in several different bedroom environments. Colors include deep red, gold, green, and sky blue. Other styles include Hula Girl, Coral Beach, Island Paradise, Fiji, and Olive Kids Pirates, for a range from quite neutral to shockingly bright.
• Amazon: This site is worth a look because of the variety you can find there. You can find everything from a striped set from Nautica to a celery green and white Palm Beach Tropic style featuring large flowers.

Celebrate Summer

Take the breeze, ocean spray, and endless sunshine inside by decorating your beach house or bedroom with light and bright tones that celebrate all the things summer has to offer-palm trees, flip-flops, bright tropical flowers, and white-capped ocean waves. If you want to take things even further, you can even shop for matching curtains and rugs to tie the whole theme together. Give your space a carefree feel and feel your stress melt away.

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Weighted Blankets

Weighted blankets have been used to provide relief and comfort to children and adults with certain psychiatric disorders. However, the benefits of using a blanket like this can vary from one individual to another.

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What Is a Weighted Blanket?

A weighted blanket is simply a blanket that contains inner pockets or an inner liner filled with plastic pellets or beads, similar to the filling found in stuffed toys like Beanie Babies. Weighted blankets come in different sizes such as twin, full and queen or small, medium and large. Weights typically range from 3 to 25 pounds.

Reasons to Use Weighted Blankets

According to OT (Occupational Therapy) Innovations, therapeutic use of weight is a common treatment option for both children and adults suffering from conditions such as autism, Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), depression, anxiety and other types of mood disorders. In particular, those who suffer from SPD have a difficult time processing and reacting to the information coming in through the body's senses. Weight and deep pressure applied to muscles and joints provides a calming sensation, helping the central nervous system in processing and integrating tactile information and body awareness. Weighted blankets are often compared to swaddling an infant.

Use of a weighted blanket is usually prescribed by an occupational therapist. While sites that sell these blankets offer guidelines about how much weight is recommended for different body types, you should still get the advice of a doctor or therapist before purchasing one.

Where to Buy

Weighted blankets are not mass produced like ordinary blankets. Most are made to order and many of the companies who sell them are family-owned and operated. Due to the effort and time it takes to make a weighted blanket, these items can be quite costly when compared to ordinary blankets. All blankets are machine washable and designed to withstand repeated washings.

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Cozy Calm

Cozy Calm was founded by a woman named Eileen Parker, who has been diagnosed with autism and SPD. Eileen designed her first weighted blanket for herself, which inspired her to go into business making these blankets to help others. In addition to blankets, she offers weighted lap pads and shoulder wraps. You can choose from a great selection of decorative polyester and cotton fabrics; however, these blankets are priced a little higher than most.

Sensa Calm

Sensa Calm was started by husband and wife team Robert and Donna Chambers. Donna began making a weighted blanket for her autistic grandson in her church's quilting room. This project also inspired a business of making weighted blankets, vests and belts and has grown to a team of nine women and four men who live in the same community and share a similar Christian-based faith. The blankets come in three standard sizes and are made from 100 percent cotton fabric in over 60 different patterns, including Disney and cartoon characters, floral, tropical, sports, and solid colors.

Sensory Goods

The owner of Sensory Goods started the business in 2006 to help his two children who had recently been diagnosed with autism. The family began making therapy products at home and as demand grew, so did the inventory of products, which now includes weighted blankets, animals, vests and belts in addition to sensory swings and toys. Blankets come in four sizes with your choice of over 150 different patterns and colors. You can also choose between plastic pellets or glass beads for the weighted fill material.

The Magic Blanket

The Magic Blanket began as The Original Bean Blanket in 1998. The name change was inspired by letters from customers saying how helpful the blankets were for their children, who called them their "magic blankets." This company carries an inventory of weighted blankets which are made using heavy machinery with industrial-strength thread. You can choose from fabrics such as chenille, fleece, cotton or flannel.

Try Before You Buy

Weighted blankets come highly recommended by many parents who have successfully used them on their autistic children and by occupational therapists who use them on patients. (You can read customer testimonials on sites like The Magic Blanket.) However, Occupational Therapy Innovations warns that the use of weighted blankets is a very individual process and may not work for every person. Therefore, you may want to consider making your own weighted blanket. This may be more cost effective while allowing you to experiment with different weights until you find the amount that works best for you or your child.

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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.

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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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Wild Teen Comforters

Nothing is out of bounds when it comes to teen bedding. Bold colors, funky patterns and cool textures that allow young people to express their individual style are what most teens are looking for in a comforter.

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Go Wild with Animal Prints

Animal prints are very popular patterns seen in teen bedding. The most common types of animal prints used in bedding patterns include:

• Zebra
• Leopard
• Cheetah
• Tiger
• Giraffe
• Cow
• Pony

Animal print bedding can be done in natural colors or these patterns can be done in bright colors such as hot pink, purple, red, blue and green. Solid colored throws and decorative pillows make nice accents when paired with an animal print comforter. You can also mix different types of animal prints together to create exotic and interesting patterns. Animal prints can be used in either a girl's or a boy's room.

Teen Comforters for Girls

There are a plethora of choices for girls when it comes to teen comforters.

Jackie McFee

Designer Jackie McFee has launched four new collections of teen bedding. Well known for her funky designer school supplies (her notebooks are often featured on the hit TV show Glee), McFee incorporated her wildly popular patterns into colorful, fun comforters for teen girls. The four bedding collections available include:

• Kendall
• Hot Chocolate
• Kabloom
• Eye Candy

All four of McFee's bedding collections are available at Pem America and Jackie McFee's website.

Little Miss Matched

Another colorful, fun brand of bedding your teen daughter may enjoy is Little Miss Matched. This brand of bedding is unique because each pattern is reversible and each pattern comes with a variety of accessories. Teen girls are known for changing their minds often and Little Miss Matched comforter sets and accessories allow girls to change the look of their room as often as they like, with literally hundreds of different combinations.

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Patterns such as Peace, Love, Happiness, featuring different colored peace signs, hearts and smiley faces against a black background and colorful, wide stripes on the reverse and Zany Giraffe, featuring multicolored giraffe print and thin, colorful stripes on the reverse make Little Miss Matched a great choice for teen girl's bedding.

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Wake Up Frankie

Teen girls aren't always crazy about "girly" type patterns. For the teen Tom-girl, you can find patterns featuring rock 'n roll, graffiti style writing, tattoo art inspired patterns or sports such as skating and surfing that would better suit a teen with this style preference. A great site for a variety of teen girl bedding styles is Wake up Frankie. This site has it all covered, from very elegant, feminine baroque style patterns, to wild exotic animal prints to urban, graffiti style designs.

Sweet Peaches Bedding for Teen Girls

The Sweet Peaches site has an endless number of options that will allow a teen girl to express herself, no matter what her personality's like. There's the:

• Exotic Anniston for Girls Collection with bright colors and drapery panels near the headboard
• Pastels and flowers
• Animal print paired with brights
• Bright, bold, and boho

Teen Comforters for Boys

Teen boys might be harder to shop for in some cases, however, not when it comes to comforters and bedding. Fortunately, there are many great comforter options for teen boys as well.

Popular Patterns for Boys

Popular comforter patterns for teen boys include:

• Sports
• Military
• Music
• Urban/Graffiti
• Team logos

If your teen boy is into any kind of sport including football, basketball, baseball, skateboarding, surfing, hockey or soccer, you can easily find comforters that feature some type of sport pattern. Camo and military patterns are also popular.

Sweet Peaches Bedding for Teen Boys

There are a couple of styles for boys at Sweet Peaches Bedding, like:

• Guy-friendly geometric prints
• Camo
• Soccer, hockey, and baseball styles
• Neutrals with understated patterns

Bedding.com

If your teen is a huge fan of a specific sports team, Bedding.com is worth a look. Though there are all types of patterns for boys and girls, one thing that stands out is this site's collection of sports team-themed bedding. Choose from the New York Giants, New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers, and more.

Urban Style

One popular for a teen boy's comforter is the urban style comforter that features airbrushed, graffiti style writing. The comforter can be personalized with his name, such as the Have Urban Taggin' UR Name? personalized duvet. These urban comforters feature bright neon colors against a black background which glow under a blacklight.

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Music and Sports

For teen boys who are into music, you can find comforters featuring guitars and keyboards that will help expressed his rock 'n roll lifestyle. You can find a good selection of this type of bedding at Amazon.

Teen boys who are sports fans will love the team logo comforters available at Sports Fan Bedding. Boys can find their favorite team's logos and colors from the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL and college teams.

Custom Teen Comforters

Young people love to express their individuality. There's no better way to do this in the bedroom than with a custom-made comforter and matching wall d�cor.

Vision Bedding

Vision Bedding is the place to go to order a custom comforter. Your teen can design his or her comforter using a favorite photo or a personal design he or she sketched. Your teen can also choose a design from Vision Bedding's design gallery, with thousands of designs to choose from. No matter what your teenaged son or daughter is into, he or she will be able to find or create the perfect comforter.

You can finish accessorizing the bedroom with custom designed:

• Rugs
• Pillows
• Curtains
• Wall d�cor

PB Teen

You can also design your own bed at PB Teen, though these aren't as customizable as the ones at Vision Bedding. Start by choosing the gender and whether there are one or two beds in the room. See how everything looks together when you select patterns for quilts, shams, sheets, duvets, and even wall colors. You can share the creation or just purchase it right away. PB Teen also has a number of pre-designed combinations for guys and girls.

Don't Forget the Accessories

Once your teen has picked the perfect comforter, don't forget to add a few contrasting accessories such as decorative pillows, a throw and an area rug. Shaggy fur pillows, rugs and throws in bright colors are popular for teens. Accessories help add the finishing touch that can make the comforter really stand out.

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Children's Bedding from the Puvet Company

By Sally Painter

Former Commercial and Residential Designer

Not all bedding is the same, especially if you want something that will inspire your child to make up her bed. This was the concept that CEO and founder Gidget Taylor of The Puvet Company came up with for her bedding product.

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Introduction to The Puvet Company

LoveToKnow (LTK): When was The Puvet Company founded and what is the concept of The Puvet?

Gidget Taylor (GT): I officially founded The Puvet Company in 2009 as a corporation. However, its birth stemmed from a childhood dream that I had to create beautiful, multifunctional room d�cor kits that the creatively inspired or the creatively challenged could easily incorporate into their rooms to create an instant make-over without a lot of fuss.

What Is a Puvet?

LTK: What are Puvets? What is the origin of the word and meaning?

GT: Puvet is a registered trademark. It derives from the words picture-pillow duvet. It is the original interactive duvet that is intended to help kids learn how to make their beds in three easy steps and create fun, interactive changes in their d�cor.

LTK: Can a Puvet be used year round?

GT: Yes. The Puvet has a 100 percent cotton base. It is both cool and warm and can be used as a beautiful spread or as a cozy duvet cover for an old comforter.

What's Available

LTK: What types of fabrics are available?

GT: Currently, Puvet's design is available in 100%, 1,000 thread-count cotton. It's appliqu� and picture pillows are made of various materials and textures.

LTK: What collections are available?

GT: The Happy Day collection and the Night Life collection are available for a limited time in one starter set. Our goal is to introduce 4 other collections by the end of 2011.

Puvet Different from a Duvet

LTK: How is a Puvet different from other duvets on the market? What advantages does it have over other duvets?

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GT: Puvet is 1,000 thread-count cotton which is unmatched by any children's duvet in its price point. Every picture on the Puvet is either embroidered or appliqu�d onto the duvet. There are no printed pictures. Puvet also encompasses many tools for early elementary learning like: bright primary colors, textures for tactile development, and items that foster spatial arrangement and teach time of day. Lastly, but definitely not least, Puvet inspires kids to make their beds!

Conversion Kits

LTK: What is a conversion kit and how can it be used? When will this be available to customers?

GT: Conversion kits comprised of other detachable appliqu� characters which are theme related. These pieces can be interchanged to give the Puvet a different theme. For example, a garden scene can be changed to outer space or the jungle. It was our goal to roll out�two conversion kits per season; however, as with many other businesses, our plans have been delayed due to our current economic climate. Though we've had to place our mass roll-outs on hold, we do create certain conversion pieces on a custom bases.

LTK: Can readers find your product in retail stores or do they order from your website?

GT: Currently, Puvet is available exclusively on our website.

A Special Thank You to Gidget Taylor

LoveToKnow would like to thank�Gidget Taylor, President and Founder, of The Puvet company for taking time out of her busy schedule to introduce readers to her line of children's bedding.

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Pinch Pleat Drapes

By Sally Painter

Former Commercial and Residential Designer

Pinch pleat drapes are a classic window treatment. This drapery style is highly versatile and can just as easily be used in an elegant formal room design or a casual one. The draperies are created by a series of pleats that are gathered in groups of three or more pleats along the top of the drapery fabric. The spacing between each group of pleats is typically two to three inches apart. The header above the pleats is also usually two to three inches, depending on the style of pleating.

The Appeal

The appeal of this style of drapery construction is that the fabric falls to the floor with neat rounded folds that have a permanent look. Whether or not your draperies are closed or open, the fabric holds these pleated shapes.

Types of Pinch Pleats

You may be surprised to learn that there is more than one type of pinch pleat. In fact, there are eight popular types of pinch pleats. These include:

• Triple pinch pleat: Three pleats typically have a three inch header and are created by having three pleats per width. You can also find a four-fold pinch pleat that is created the same way as the triple.
• Butterfly pinch pleats: Comprised of a minimum of five pinch pleats per width, the butterfly pinch pleat is stitched two inches from the top of the drapery material. This stitching causes the top two inches of the pleat to fan out in a butterfly effect.
• Double pinch pleats: Created the same way that the triple pinch pleat is made, the double pinch is just that, two pleats sewn together.
• Fan pinch pleats (also known as the French pleat): This is a different looking pleat that is usually comprised of three pleats but unlike the other pinch pleats, this one has no header and the pleats are sewn together at the very top of the drapery material.
• Goblet pinch pleats: This style lives up to its name and resembles cylindrical goblets. The pleats are stuffed so the base opens up and bowls out.
• Inverted pinch pleat: Pinch pleats are sewn on the front of the drapery fabric, but with inverted pinch pleats, these are sewn on the back of the fabric. The pleats are then pressed flat and the space between these pleats, known as the ditch, are sewn from the front of the drapery fabric along the seam lines. This type of pleat is hidden but gives the same type of effect.
• Pencil pinch pleats: The most popular style of pinch pleats are pencil pleats. These are created to be deep pleats that are drawn tightly together to form highly crisp-looking pleats and are slender like a pencil.
• Rollback pinch pleats: This turn-back pleated style creates a deeper and wider column that carries the pleated fabric form to the floor.

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Where to Buy

There are many online drapery shops where you can purchase either ready-made�or custom-made draperies, especially pinch pleat styles.

Try these shops for great looking drapes and reasonable prices:

• Custom draperies
• Discount draperies
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Tips for Hanging Pinch Pleat Drapes

You may buy ready-made pinch pleated draperies, have them custom-made or perhaps you?re an accomplished seamstress and may decide to make your own draperies. Once you have your draperies and are ready to hang them, it doesn?t matter if you spent a lot of money or worked within a budget; if you don?t hang them correctly, they?ll look cheap.

• Measuring for your drapes: You want to make sure you allow for the amount of space pinch pleated draperies take up when open. The pleats create more bulk than panel draperies, so you want to be sure you allow for this fabric in what?s known as stack back. This term refers to the open position when the draperies are pulled back on either side. By the same token, you want enough drapery fabric that?s wide enough to cover the width of your window, the rod return as well as the desirable overlap effect when the draperies are closed. A good rule of thumb is to allow two to three times fabric width as the actual width of your window. For example, if your window measurement is 60 inches, then you want the actual draperies to be 120 to 180 inches wide.
• Drapery pins: To get the professional look of even-hanging draperies, you must first get all of the drapery pins inserted into the pleats at the same distance from the top (header) of the draperies. It?s crucial that the pin placement is even. Use a measuring tape to ensure that all of the pins are lined up.
• Train drapery pleats: Sometimes even after steaming and correctly hanging draperies, the pleats don?t cooperate and hang as they should. You can correct this common problem by training the pleats with control clips that you clip onto pleats, typically clipping them onto the back of your fabric so as not to show.
• Double traverse drapery rod: Many people prefer some form of privacy barrier, yet need to open the draperies during the daytime. Some opt for mini-blinds or shades while others prefer to hang a sheer curtain directly behind the pleated drapery. You can accommodate the latter effect with a double traverse drapery rod.

Before You Buy

Keep all of these tips in mind when making your final decision and ordering. Take into consideration how much light comes into the room. Do you need to screen harsh Western sunlight in the summer months? Perhaps�the windows in your room face North with very little light entering yet the room is very cold in the winter.�You may prefer to purchase two sets of draperies, a lightweight fabric and a thermal backed draperies. You have a wide selection of choices when it comes to these fabrics and more in a pinch pleat design.

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Allergy-Free Bedding

If you don't suffer from allergies now, you may not think allergy-free bedding is something you need. However, if you actually knew what lives in your bedding, you may very well change your mind about whether or not these products are a good investment for your home.

How Allergey-Free Bedding Works

Bedding products designed to reduce allergens include casings, (which can cover mattresses, box springs, pillows and comforters) pillows, mattress pads, sheets, blankets and comforters made from fabrics that effectively block allergens from passing through the material. This is usually accomplished by very tightly woven fabrics that don't allow tiny matter (such as dust mites and pet dander) to pass through or fabrics that have a vinyl or urethane based coating on the inside (called a membrane) that also prevent matter from passing through. These fabrics can be made from cotton, organic cotton, polyester and cotton-polyester blends.

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Membrane vs Non-Membrane Allergy Free Fabrics

When it comes to blocking allergens, both membrane and non-membrane allergy-free fabrics are effective. The best product will depend on a person's individual needs.

Allergy-free fabrics that contain a membrane may not be the best choice for those who sleep hot or have problems with night sweats. These types of fabrics tend to hold heat in. However, if you have a problem keeping warm at night or have incontinence issues, a membrane fabric would work well because it would help you retain heat and is also waterproof.

Allergens are measured in units called microns. The tiniest allergens are usually between nine and 15 microns. Therefore, non-membrane allergy-reduction fabrics must have a pore size of six microns or less. The pore size is the space between the threads, however, keep in mind that thread count has nothing to do with pore size. High thread count sheets do not qualify as effective allergen blocking bedding. Non-membrane allergy relief fabrics use an advanced technology in the weaving process. These fabrics tend to have a longer lifespan than membrane fabrics because the membrane breaks down over time and repeated washings. If you wash your bedding often and need cooler, more breathable bedding to sleep on, non-membrane allergy-reducing fabrics would work best for you.

Just remember when buying casings to cover bedding, always buy a zippered cover because fitted casings will not effectively block dust mites.

Natural Allergen-Reducing Bedding

There is one type of fabric that dust mites can't live on. That fabric is silk, an organic material excreted from silkworms. There are no known allergies to silk, making this material the only fabric that is 100 percent allergy free, regardless of the weave. However, if you use silk sheets, pillow cases and a silk comforter, you will still need to use a casing on your mattress.

Where to Find Allergy-Free Bedding Products

Visit the following online retailers to protect yourself from respiratory irritation and get a better night's sleep:

• AllergyGuard Direc: Here you can find both allergy and bedbug protective covers. Many of the allergy free bedding products available at AllergyGuard Direct were tested by Good Housekeeping and were recommended on the top 14 best anti-allergy bedding products list. Free shipping is offered on orders of $100 or more.
• Allergy Control Products: This retailer offers special pricing on allergy free dorm room bedding. You can also find pillow and mattress covers made with silk linings. Free shipping on orders of $150 or more.
• Allergy Solutions, Inc: This company carries four well-known brand name allergy free fabrics including Cotton Complete, Pristine, Solution Comfort Cotton and Softshield. Free shipping is offered on all online orders.

Causes of Indoor Allergies

Indoor allergies are caused by dust, dust mites, pet dander, mold and pollen. The main element in household dust is dead human skin cells, which each person sheds by hundreds of thousands every day. Small, microscopic creatures called dust mites feed on the abundance of dead human skin cells found in mattresses and bedding, which is where people spend most of their time while at home. The dust mites themselves produce even more allergens through their fecal matter, eggs, larvae and dead body parts.

None of this can be seen with the naked eye, it takes a powerful microscope to detect these undesirable elements lurking in mattresses, sheets, pillowcases, comforters and all other bedding. Washing sheets, pillowcases, comforters and blankets often can help cut down on allergens. However, mattresses cannot be washed and will transfer the allergens back to the rest of the bedding.

Take Preventative Action

Anyone can develop allergies, at any age. Symptoms for household allergies to dust, dust mites, pet dander, mold and pollen include congestion, runny or stuffy nose, sneezing and itchy or irritated eyes. Even if you don't have these symptoms yet, allergy-free bedding can be beneficial because it can help prevent allergy symptoms from developing.

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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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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.

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.

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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.

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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