Sep 13, 2021 | Bamboo Products, Natural Fibers
The sheer elegance of bamboo clothing and bamboo bedding might lead some to believe that it’s simply too luxurious for children to appreciate. At the same time, one of the greatest incentives for using bamboo is to help maintain and preserve a healthy, green...
Jul 21, 2021 | Bamboo Products, Natural Fibers
We’ve often heard it said—and sometimes I’ve said it myself—that bamboo has hundreds or thousands of practical uses. In fact, I’ve never stopped to add them all up, but my intuition tells me it’s true. And having operated an all-bamboo boutique...
Jun 14, 2021 | Bamboo Products, Natural Fibers
The average person spends about one third of their life in bed. That’s around 20 to 30 years in most cases. But I’m not suggesting that you are an average person. Like most of our readers, you’re probably very well-informed and have exceptionally...
May 5, 2021 | Agriculture & Gardening, Natural Fibers, Worldwide
The history of bamboo weaves a rich and colorful tapestry that drapes across several thousand years of Asian culture. It’s as iconic and ubiquitous as the Chinese dragon or Japan’s rising sun. But once in a while, we come across a thread of bamboo history...
Oct 9, 2020 | Bamboo Products, Natural Fibers
As you may already know, bamboo is a pretty big deal. And it just got bigger. A lot bigger. With more than 1,000 known species, bamboos can vary from the size of a pencil to the stature of a skyscraper. Likewise, those who enjoy the comfort of a buttery soft bamboo...
Oct 5, 2020 | Bamboo Products, Green Living, Natural Fibers
The more I learn about bamboo, the more reasons I discover for loving it. It adds a sense of elegance and tranquility to the garden. It withstands the brunt of the elements and tolerates the neglect of an absentminded gardener. Bamboo also provides a marvelous...
