Magnolia Organics Bedding Review
1:14 PM Posted by Mommy Is Green
When I started to make the switch to organic products I began with bath & body products. Then I found my way to organic foods. It took me a little longer to find my way to the option of organic fabrics for things such as clothes and bedding. I believe it's because I thought cotton fabric was an eco-friendly option already. What I didn't know was how extremely processed conventional cotton is and just how many pesticides are used in growing it. If I cared about using organic bath products and eating organic foods, then the next logical step was to continue to reduce exposure to toxic chemicals through the fabrics that touched my family's skin.
Magnolia Organics offers eco-friendly products made from sustainable materials that are an alternative to conventional cotton. While creating quality products the company also utilizes fair labor practices. They carry several bedding items including crib sheets, barrier mattress covers, and duvet sets. Their sheets come in a range of thread counts and colors that even include options for Twin XL and California King. Not to mention they also offer organic bags and accessories.
I've had the pleasure of trying the Magnolia Organics Estate Collection Sheets in Rich Khaki. They are a 550 thread count made from 100% organic cotton. I was so glad they offered this thread count because the other set of king sheets (non-organic) I already had was a 600 thread count. I figured the organic cotton in a similar thread count would be just as great. I wasn't disappointed! The Magnolia Organics set is a heavy, quality fabric with beautiful sewing. And the warm khaki color holds up nicely after washing.
All of Magnolia Organics' cotton products are GOTS certified. That means no heavy metal dyes, formaldehyde, or chlorine bleaching is allowed in the processing (just to name a few requirements). Even the tag on the sheets asks the consumer to use biodegradable laundry soap, and air or tumble dry low to keep with the most eco-friendly practices while laundering. All of this is something to appreciate along with the reusable organic cotton bag (below) the sheets come in!
Right from the start organic cotton fabrics such as flannel, jersey, fleece, terry, or sherpa are extremely soft. With woven organic cotton used for cloth napkins or sheets, they get their softest over time through washing. You have to remember that truly organic fabrics are not loaded with lots of toxic chemicals to soften them like conventional cotton fabrics. So don't dismiss woven organic fabrics if they're not as soft as you'd imagined after only one wash. I, myself, would rather soften my sheets through washing over time and using vinegar as a fabric softener than subject my family to harmful chemicals.
To naturally soften my sheets I use 1 cup of distilled white vinegar as a fabric softener in the rinse cycle. It really does help. And once your items are dried you won't smell the vinegar at all. I'm happy to report that after only two washes this way, my Magnolia Organics sheets felt heavenly.
The very first Saturday after I received the sheets my husband got up with my son and let me sleep in. Later that day I told him thank you for letting me sleep in! I was especially grateful that morning because I didn't want to leave the comfortable feel of the sheets. They fit perfectly on our mattress and felt wonderful!
I've also had the chance to feel and see the quality of their Organic Duvet Set (above). The set includes the duvet cover as well as two pillow shams. The 350 thread count fabric has a wonderful shine and a smooth feel. I especially like the stripe design that is woven into the fabric. I think it creates a very classy look. I can totally see how this duvet set is recommended to be paired with the elegant Estate Collection Sheets.
If you're thinking about getting new bedding for your children or for yourself that's organic cotton, you'll definitely want to visit MagnoliaOrganics.com. And to sweeten your shopping experience:
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July 26, 2011 3:58 PM
Ooh, these sound heavenly! There's something about amazing sheets that just make you want to be lazy in bed all day!
July 28, 2011 11:53 PM
I read a long time ago that it's really a good idea to switch your bedding to organic materials since we spend so much time sleeping and breathing near the fabrics, but this is the first time I have actually read someone's opinion..
I went over to their site and the colors are beautiful!!.. and I have to admit I was impress by the Basics Collection, Totally Affordable!.
I wanted to get some organic sheets for my son and I think I know where to look now. Thank you!
August 2, 2011 10:42 PM
Thanks for this! I am in the market for new sheets. And I never knew about vinegar as a softener!
I am sorry I haven't been by much-I have been working on a personal project and doing more writing posts than anything else...
August 9, 2011 9:14 PM
Thanks for this review. I'm always seeking out good quality organic sheets. I'll check their website for colors and thread count.
August 18, 2011 1:28 AM
Very cool and they look beautiful! We bought last Christmas some 100% linen sheets that are so lovely but I love have lots and lots of bedding and options. I didn't know about vinegar being used as a softener either. I'll have to use that.
August 25, 2011 1:18 PM
Just stumbled across your review on Magnolia Organics! We are offering an amazing deal on Magnolia Organics products all of this week. I will share your review on Facebook! Thank you!