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Start your week with some organic goodness...

I like to live by the motto in life that if you can choose natural and avoid chemicals, that’s the common sense way to go. In recent years, the rise in organic bath, body and home products has meant that it’s also the lush way to go. I had the pleasurable task of trying out a few goodies from the Starling organic collection over the weekend… here’s a little snap shop!

Starling Aromatherapy Sprays, Soy Candles and Essential Oils.

Starling is the brainchild of Western Australian Mum and part-time registered nurse, Nadine Lee. Her fragrant range of bath, body and home products are made from essential oils, herbs, and organic materials.

Starling produce a range of Aromatherapy Sprays for sniffs & snuffles, sweet dreams, relaxation, ouchies, stinkies and bities along with Loose Leaf Teas, Candles and Massage Oils. Australia Day is just around the corner, and I have officially added the “don’t bite me” spray to our picnic basket ready for our trip to the beach on Thursday! We gave it a trial run over the weekend, and it’s definitely a winner! I’ve also tucked in the “ouchie spray”… you know, just in case!

I love the fact that most of Starling’s goodies include tea tree (it really is a wonder oil). The fragrances of Nadine’s products are also quite lovely with combinations of lavender, geranium, eucalyptus, rosemary, lemon and bergamot.

You’ll find the Starling range online, with sprays starting at a reasonable $12.

GIVEAWAY - BORNSAGE Anaadi from Golly Gumdrops!

Hooray, we’ve looped around the week to another Wild Wednesday Giveaway! This week we’re celebrating beautiful organics with our friends from Golly Gumdrops; a fabulous online baby boutique run by Keri Chambers, her husband Steve and her two little helpers, Amelie {6} and Scarlet {2}. Read on for the giveaway!

Anaadi Organic Baby Clothing from BORNSAGE

The Anaadi range from BORNSAGE is the latest collection to land in-store at Golly Gumdrops, and it’s all about pure, luxurious organic cotton fabrics. Anaadi is the Sanskrit word for Eternity which embodies the theme of the collection. The fabric prints feature a selection of Celtic, Kanji and universal symbols of eternity, alongside paisley, which is also an ancient symbol of “life”.

As well as the Anaadi collection, Golly Gumdrops also stock the BORNSAGE “Universe” range {pictured below} and a range of organic and handmade clothing from brands such as Indah, AScarlet, Sweet Charlotte, Koko Bean, Ecoboo, Heartsong, Bamboo Care and Eternal Creation.

Organic Baby Clothing from BORNSAGE

Golly Gumdrops Online Baby Boutique

Congratulations to our winner, Melissa H.

Competition Would you like to deck your zen baby out in a brand new BORNSAGE outfit from Golly Gumdrops? One lucky winner will win their choice of boys or girls outfit which includes a kurta shirt, matching hat and either a dress or a pair of shorts. To enter, simply head over to Golly Gumdrops and tell us in the comment section below which other items take your fancy. A winner will be drawn on 17 November, 2011.

Bonus Prize Are you super keen to win our Golly Gumdrops giveaway? You can score an extra entry into the prize draw by sharing this competition on your blog, twitter or facebook page. Please leave a separate comment for each so your extra entries can be counted.

Girls Prize
Twill dress, kurta shirt, hat – choice of mint-ash or berry in size 12-18mth or 18-24mth

Boys Prize
Twill shorts, kurta shirt, hat – choice of mint-ash or midnight in size 12-18mth or 18-24mth

Organic Collection from Little Bird, Little Bird

Happy Friday! Today’s fresh baked collection comes to you from Little Bird, Little Bird; the brand new label from eco-designer Rachel Bending {also the inspirational mind behind Bird Textiles}. Rachel is based in the Byron Bay Hinterland in NSW and utilises sustainable practices in all aspects of her business from her organic fabrics to the use of solar power in her studio.

Organic Children's Clothing, Dresses, Playsuits from Little Bird, Little Bird

Little Bird, Little Bird garments are made from a selection of stunning organic fabrics which are hand printed using water based dyes. I personally love the rich colours and patterns. They remind me of native Australian fauna and after seeing the fabrics up close, I can tell you that they are beautifully lightweight, high on quality and on style.

Organic Children's Clothing, Dresses, Playsuits from Little Bird, Little Bird

Little Bird, Little Bird will be released in small, limited edition collections and will be available exclusively online. The initial launch will happen in September, and will cater for little ladies up to 3 years. A bespoke service will also be available.

Old Plastic Bags... Fabulous New Life!

I recently enjoyed reading a wonderful feature and creative project by Jessica Haley on Joyfolie and thought you might find it inspiring too. Jessica was inspired by The Reusers Guide to Green Living to create some shoes from materials that would otherwise be discarded. The result was this collection of upcycled cuties.

Upcycled shoes made from recycled plastic shopping bags

The first pair in the collection {pictured above} are made from a bunch of brown plastic grocery bags from a local general store. The second pair {picture below} is made from a Starbucks Coffee Bag, and the final pair, sporting a bright red logo that is no doubt familiar to you, is made from a Target plastic shopping bag. Aren’t they amazing?!

Upcycled shoes made from recycled plastic shopping bags

You can read more about Jessica’s upcycling project online at her blog.

Giveaway - Gaia Organic Cotton from Cornflowerblue!

I say, I say… are you ready for another giveaway day? We’re celebrating our love for organic and eco-friendly clothing for kidlets today with this fabulously cute collection from Gaia Organic Cotton. It’s new to the virtual shelves at cornflowerblue and the pieces are seriously stylish and seriously snuggle-worthy!

Gaia Organic Cotton Baby & Kids Clothing from Cornflowerblue

Gaia Organic Cotton is designed in Australia and is made from 100% certified organic cotton, free from harmful chemicals and created in a fair trade environment. I love their choice of classic styles that stand the test of time and embrace the sweetness and innocence of childhood. My favourite piece this season is the red footed tights with the knee patches. So simple, yet so funky at the same time.

Gaia Organic Cotton Baby & Kids Clothing from Cornflowerblue

Feeling Lucky?

Congratulations to our winner, Rachel H.

Competition Are you itching to get your hot little hands on some goodies from the Gaia Organic Cotton collection? We have a $75 gift voucher to giveaway courtesy of our friends at cornflowerblue! To enter, visit cornflowerblue and tell us {in the comments section below} which Gaia item is your favourite. Winner will be drawn on Thursday 16 June, 2011.

Bonus Prize Have you spied something that you love at cornflowerblue? Shop between 3 – 19 June, 2011 and receive free postage on your order! As well as the gorgeous Gaia Organic Cotton, you also find some cute labels such as Bluebelle and Sunday Morning Designs, both Australian designed and made with the environment in mind!