Linen production requires very little pesticides and water (rainfall will often suffice), and every part of the plant is used up. It’s much more biodegradable than cotton too - so it can even go in the compost at the end of its life. According to the European Confederation of Linen and...
Cotton and linen trousers absolutely have their place in my wardrobe, but it’s nice to have something that looks so sharp yet wearable in the heat. Just one more thing – Matt, are you saying you now think the tan suit from Octopussy is not cotton as previously theorized? I never ...
We should also make mention of pure linen. Produced from the flax plant, this luxurious fabric is some 40 times more absorbent than cotton. Although Vision supplied pure linen bed sheets for the Burj al Arab, as it is just so hard to process (ironing etc), for most hotels, it is not...
Snoozing in pure cotton bed linen is also believed to help you keep the temperature down after dark. This dreamy 800-thread-count Egyptian cotton duvet set from Dusk is currently up to 55% off in the sale, and will transform your bedroom into an instant sleep sanctuary. For a totally imme...
Let's talk fabric. While denim is the most popular choice for boyfriend shorts, don't ignore other options like linen or cotton blends. The fabric can drastically change the look and comfort level of the shorts. Fashion blogger Jenna Lyons suggests, "Invest in quality fabrics. A well-made ...
It is also useful for body pains, colds, fever, and sinus congestion. You can apply a drop on a cotton ball and sniff it several times a day. You can add it to water and use in a nebulizer or in steam therapy or in bath water. Honey – is very effective except you can’t find...
Natural fiber like linen will crease, but I think that’s part of the charm of linen blazers. Or you could opt for a piece with a wool mix for cooler climates, or in a polyester mix if you are worried about it creasing. TheJ.Crew blazer(below) looks smart, but the relaxed linen ...
Cotton +Cotton is cheap, comfortable and offers more insulation than silk. It’s also much more durable and very easy to wash — it can just be thrown in with your usual laundry. Due to the price, durability and ease of cleaning, cotton is one of the most recommended materials for backp...
In cooler weather, you will want to wear a sweater under your blazer jacket. The best sweaters are made from wool or cashmere. They do an excellent job of retaining your body heat and do not add considerable bulk. If you’re wearing a blazer without a tie, a cable-knit or argyle crew...
100% Cotton Thread Large wide-mouth funnel (easier than the regular funnel pictured in tutorial) Dried lavender (optional), 1/4 c. for each pillow Wide ribbon for packaging Directions: 1. Make a pattern. This is optional, but If you’re going to be making a lot of these, it’s helpf...