Just in Time for Mother’s Day!
April 29, 2009
Blue Canoe appeals to the fast growing number of “green” consumers who demand natural alternatives to traditionally grown
cotton. The Blue Canoe line reflects the values of a lifestyle that is both close to nature and stylish. You can count on sumptuous softness and lasting quality in their hallmark organic cotton and bamboo fabrics.
At Nurtured By Nature, we carry a variety of tops and bottoms to suit your style. Clean classic lines that are breathable, comfortable and flattering. Blue Canoe — where style meets life.
With every purchase of Blue Canoe from May 4th-9th, you will be entered to win a customized facial at Shuswap Bliss Day Spa & Massage!
New Arrivals…Spring Blue Canoe Organic
April 13, 2009
Short Sleeved Ella's Top
Ella’s Top: This lightweight tee is also lightly shaped but not fitted, and gathers in front onto a shaped “V” neckband. Features soft poet sleeves that come just above the elbow and is hip length.
Latex free
Lightweight 90/10 organic cotton/spandex
Bamboo Wrap Top
Bamboo Wrap Top: Wraps are the most flattering top style of all. Blue Canoe’s ulta-soft bamboo version has gentle shirring on the side, 3/4 length sleeves and a banded neckline. Latex free. The cross in front is great for nursing moms!
64/28/8 Bamboo/organic cotton/spandex
Gatsby Top
Gatsby Top: This fun top has a rounded yoke neckline with gathers at the center front. The bodice has an easy fit and finishes with a saucy band and attached tie at one hip. Latex free. Also fits nicely as a maternity top!
Jane's New Tank
Jane’s New Tank: This cute tank has a flattering crossover bodice with small under-bust darts for shape and support. The back is racer style. Great for everyday wear or layer with one of our colorful bras and wear to yoga. Latex free. Great for nursing moms!
Heavyweight 90/10 organic cotton/spandex
Swing Skirt
Swing Skirt: This fluid skirt will add swing to your step. It flares from a flattering and comfortable curved waist yoke. The hemline falls to a slightly inverted curve. Mid-calf length. Covered elastic at waist. The nice wide waist band makes this a great maternity skirt!
64/28/8 bamboo/organic cotton/spandex
Flip Skirt
Flip Skirt: The skirt gathers onto a wide top yoke that sits comfortably at the hips. 18″ length. Wide waist band makes for a great maternity skirt!
Latex Free
Hip Hugger
Hip Hugger: Hip in every way. A trendy staple that is comfy and versatile. Wide waist yoke with topstitch seam. Cropped just below knee. Mid-weight 90/10 organic cotton/spandex. Covered latex elastic waist. Inseam: 23″ size large.
Mid-weight 90/10 organic cotton/spandex.
Palazzo Pant
Palazzo Pant: We can’t rave enough about this pant! So comfortable with its wide fold-over (or not) waistband and stretch spandex blend fabric. The wide flowing legs are a stylish silhouette. Latex free. Inseam 32″ size small
Mid-weight 90/10 organic cotton/spandex
Jane's Bra
Jane’s Bra: This great-fitting, great-looking top is the bra you’ll love to wear. It features Blue Canoe’s signature fabric band for the utmost in comfort and a flattering cross-over design. Easy access for nursing. Fits A-DD cups. Latex free
Heavyweight 90/10 organic cotton/spandex
Jane’s Plus Bra: Women of every size want to wear our best-selling Jane’s Bra Top, so Blue Canoe created a version with larger cups. Soft, covered latex elastic on the “V”-neckline adds extra hold and shape retention for nursing. Fits up to size 40E.
Heavyweight 90/10 organic cotton/spandex
For information on colours and sizes (some styles come in XL and some don’t), visit: http://www.bluecanoe.com/index.asp. Please give us a call to find out what colours & sizes we are currently carrying, if you see something you like and we do not have it in stock, we will happily order it in for you!
SALE!! Blue Canoe Organic Cotton Clothing for Women
March 27, 2009
We’re having a wonderful sale right now, all Blue Canoe organic women’s wear is 40% OFF!! We’re making room for spring stock…
| Advantages of Organic Cotton | ||
Conventional cotton farming has been labeled one of agriculture’s most environmentally destructive activities, but fortunately, positive alternatives for cotton apparel have emerged, and with it, a growing market for organically grown cotton.WHAT IS ORGANIC COTTON? Organic farming incorporates biologically based rather than chemically dependent growing systems to raise cotton crops in several important areas: Soil - Massive amounts of chemicals are used in the growing and processing of cotton. Chemical fertilizers can have a number of harmful effects on the environment, including the contamination of ground and surface water, beneficial insects, and surrounding plant and wildlife. Organic cotton farming utilizes natural compost, frequent crop rotations, and cover crop strategies in place of synthetic fertilizers. In order to achieve organic certification, cotton fields must be free of synthetically derived chemicals for three years. Pesticides - Even when used according to directions, pesticides can be extremely harmful to people, wildlife and the environment. According to one recent pesticide study in California, cotton ranked third among California crops for total number of worker illnesses caused by pesticides. In addition, fish, livestock, birds, beneficial insects and soil microorganisms can all be negatively impacted by pesticides. In organic cotton farming, farmers cultivate a diversity of natural enemies that prey on insect pests, and introduce them to the fields at well-timed intervals. Weeds are controlled by hand labor or flame devices rather than herbicide applications. Harvest - In most areas, cotton plants must be killed before harvesting. Organic cotton practices use certified materials and lack of water rather than chemical applications to achieve this ready-for-picking state. Though some organic farming operations use machines for harvesting, many rely on the hand picked method, ensuring a higher quality of cotton and also a higher standard of living for developing countries that produce cotton. For more information: http://www.bluecanoe.com/index.asp
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