Archive for April, 2010

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April 28, 2010

Choosing the right mattress pad, at Unique Linens Online

A good day starts with a good nights sleep.  A good night sleep will determine your attitude, mental alertness, reaction times, mood and overall quality of life.  About.com says sleeps is very important even beyond the health benefits.

In addition to the many health benefits of sleep, there are other factors that make sleep absolutely necessary to life. Sleep is important for concentration, memory formation and the repair of damage to your body’s cells during the day. Chronic lack of sleep increases the risk for developing obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and infections.

Dr. Raymond C. Perkins from the ETMC Sleep Disorders Center says sleep helps boost our immune systems.

With this much emphasis on the many benefits of getting a good nights sleep it is no wonder that mattresses are one of the most important purchases you will ever make in your lifetime.  It is important to protect this valuable asset.

Mattress covers are the best way to protect your investment.

Extra Ordinaire Mattress Pad

They help control dust mites, protect the fabric from stains, help the sheets stay on better and some provide a layer of softness.  Choosing the right mattress pad is as simple as knowing what your wants are.

Pacific Coast offers two different styles. The Restful Nights® Extra Ordinaire™ Mattress Pad has the patented Converta-Fit™ wrap skirt which provides a guaranteed fit on all mattress types-conventional, high profile

Egyptian Cotton Mattress Pads

and waterbeds. The quilted sides offer added comfort and extra side protection.

The Restful Nights® Egyptian Cotton Mattress Pad offers a Premium 300 thread count, 100% Egyptian Cotton top which provides natural softness and durability. The Stretch Knit™ Deluxe skirt with spandex stretches to provide a secure, guaranteed fit on mattresses up to 22″ thick.

Kimlor offers an Easy Fit mattress pad that has a soft protective felt surface. 100% polyester. Anchor band design. Corner stretches vertically to fit mattress depths from 7″ to 13″. Stretches horizontally to fit conventional, softside, and hardside waterbed mattresses.  Starting at $14.98, it is a great choice for protecting a child’s mattress or even the bed in the quest room.  Kimlor’s Cottonaire Mattress Pad has 100% Quilted Cotton Top, FlexFit Corner, Filled with Thick Polyester Fiberfill For Comfort, Fits up to 13″ Deep Mattress and Waterbeds.

DownUnder Sleeper

For the ultimate in comfort and protection, the Denali DownUnder Sleeper Mattress Pad is the way to go.  It offers:

100% Lamb’s Wool Mattress Pad

  • Year-round comfort – Warm in the winter and cool in the summer
  • Machine washable – “Superwash” pure wool designation
  • The long, thick even pile conforms to your body
  • Sleep more soundly and wake up refreshed
  • Available in fitted twin, full, queen and king
  • 16″ bedskirt holds it flat and in place
  • Completely odorless, even when damp
  • Perfect for home decor, gift shops, furniture and the bedding market
  • Made in Janesville, Wisconsin, USA

Choose the right mattress pad to fulfill your needs and get a good nights sleep.  The benefits are immeasurable.  Check out your options at www.uniquelinenonline.com.

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April 27, 2010

Pillows, Duvets, Matelasse, Bolsters…What are they?

High Country Bedset

Ever wonder what all the items  on your bed are really called?  Each decorative piece that comes with a bed set has specific name and a specific function.  Some pieces are simply to add depth and visual appeal, while others serve as a purpose.  Lets explore some of those items.

The base piece to any bed should be a mattress topper or mattress pad.  A mattress pad protects the mattress and will give you greater life from your investment.

Baffle Box Feather Bed

Some mattress pads can add softness to your mattress, depending on what product they are made of.   A mattress topper actually adds softness to the mattress.  The topper can be a feather bed, fiber topper or memory foam.  Your choice should be based on how soft you want your bed and your general preference for the product material.

The next layer is the sheets.  I am a believer in buying fine quality sheets as this is the layer closest to your skin and what will give you the best quality of sleep.  Choose fabrics based on your wants and needs.

Organic Textiles Sheets

If you are a hot sleeper, you will want sheets made from Bamboo or linen as they are quick drying and they wick moisture away form your body.  If you are cold, choose flannel for an extra layer of warmth and softness.  Cotton sheets come in thread counts.  The higher the thread count, the softer the sheet.  Look for high thread count for softness and quality.

The next layer should be a blanket or Matelasse.  The warmth of this layer will determine how warm you sleep and also the warmth of your top layer.  A Matelasse is usually a decorative piece that can add visual appeal to the bed when your top layer is folded back or drawn off the bed.

CalKids Majestic Duvet

The top layer can come in many forms.  Duvets are very popular today.  A duvet is usually sheeting or any fabric that is slipped over a down comforter.  They are a popular choice as you can change the heaviness of the comforter as the seasons change.  Also, duvets give you the option of changing the duvet it self from season to season without adding the expense of the down insert.

African Dawn Comforter Set

Comforters are a top layer that combine a

decorative outer shell with a polyester layer for the filler. Then the pieces are quilted together to hold all components in place.  Comforters have warmth already sewn in so they are a good choice if you are wanting to avoid the blanket layer.

Kettle Grove Ensemble

Quilts are pieces of fabric sewn together to form beautiful patterns and/or scenes.  Quilts can range from inexpensive machine produced quilts to beautifully intricate hand sewn quilts.  A quilt gives your bed a vintage, homey look.  Quilts are inviting and make you think of cabins, homemade cookies and snugging up near the fire.

Biscotti Pantina Pillows

The last layer is the pillows.  Shams are usually the main focal point in your pillow ensemble.  Next, layer with bolsters (long tubular pillows), toss pillows of varying sizes and neckroll pillows.

Nutmeg Leaf Throw

A nice throw at the foot of the bed can be one last accessory.  Pick a color or texture you want to emphasize in your ensemble and make that your focal point.

You are now ready to enjoy a beautiful bed.  I have included a video by askthedecorator that I found on YouTube.  She covers all the pieces nicely and shows the end result all put together.  Pick a beautiful ensemble form http://www.uniquelinensonline today and start enjoying a more peaceful, well at least a more beautiful, nights sleep.

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April 22, 2010

New down comforters from Pacific Coast

Pacific Coast has revamped their comforter assortment.  We just blogged about Pacific Coast last week and then we discovered all the new product.  So let me introduce the new line.  The products are wonderful…

Stratus Down Comforter

The Stratus™ Comforter features a unique, patent pending design that creates an exceptionally fluffy look and feel. Stratus™ Box Pleats are extra fabric along all four sides of each individual box, dramatically enlarging the boxes and allowing the down inside maximum room to loft. Each box is also sewn-through, thereby eliminating the shifting of down across the comforter.

Filled with luxurious 600 Fill Power White Goose Down. 425 thread count 100% cotton Barrier Weave™ Fabric prevents the down inside from sneaking out.

Ideal for year-round warmth and comfort in a wide range of climates and sleep environments.

Super Loft Down Comforter

The SuperLoft™ Comforter is fluffier than ordinary comforters because our patented design allows the down inside more room to expand. Each individual box has tufted corners and extra fabric, which means each box puffs-out to create a fluffier chamber.

400 thread count 100% cotton Barrier Weave™ Fabric prevents the down inside from sneaking out.

Ideal for year-round warmth and comfort in a wide range of climates and sleep environments.

Light Warmth Down Comforter

Our Light Warmth Comforter is ideal for sleepers who need less warmth at night or for those who live in warmer climates. True Baffle box design allows the down inside to loft while minimizing shifting across the comforter. This means you get a fluffy feel without being too warm. 300 thread count 100% cotton Barrier Weave™ Fabric prevents the down inside from sneaking out.

Medium Warmth Down Comforter

Our Medium Warmth Comforter is ideal for year round warmth in a wide variety of climates and sleep environments. Fluffy and light Pacific Coast® Down efficiently keeps you warm so you can turn down your thermostat at night.

True Baffle box design allows the down inside to loft while minimizing shifting across the comforter. 300 thread count 100% cotton Barrier Weave™ Fabric prevents the down inside from sneaking out.

All-Natural Down Comforter

All Natural Down Comforter: Our value priced down comforter is filled with all-natural down for cozy, year-round warmth. The sewn through diamond box design allows down to fully loft while preventing fill shift.
230 thread count, 100% cotton cover provides natural softness
and durability.

Natural Living Down Alternative Comforter

Natural Living Down Alternative Comforter: Ingeo – Ingenious fibers made from plants not oil
This comforter featuring Ingeo™ fiber fill provides superior all-season insulation. The durable fibers offer comfortable lasting loft, while the no shift box design keeps the fill in place to eliminate cold spots. The 300 thread count, 100% cotton sateen cover offers premium natural softness and durability. Hypoallergenic. Machine wash and dry.

Restful Nights Ultima Supreme Comforter

Restful Nights Ultima Supreme: For those who prefer fiber filled products, we offer the Ultima Supreme™ down alternative comforter. Specifically created to mimic the loft and warmth of down, this comforter is filled with highly slickened Ultima Supreme™ fiber coils that offer silky loft and breathability adding to your customers’ year round comfort.

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April 20, 2010

Unique Linens Online: Stripes add a focal point and options

JoJo Soho Pink

Are you bored with your current decor?  Be daring and creative and try stripes.  Stripes are a poular design and mix well with all decor.  You can paint stripes on your wall, buy striped furniture or dress up your bedroom with striped bedding.  There are endless options of striped bedding and designs range from baby to adult.

CalKids Hayden Bedding

The key to successfully decorating with stripes is to use them as the focal point while pulling in other designs.

Here is a helpful tip from Mara Oakes off of the Associated Content website:

“Stripes can look too ‘hectic’ if they are not balanced with more simple décor. That is why it is important to counteract striped furnishings with design elements which are more restful and plain. For instance, a striped blind looks great against a solid light colored wall. A useful tip is to try to make sure striped furnishings are placed against other solid areas of color. This will give the eye a rest from the busy pattern of stripes.”

Wooded River Tombstone

Go bold, go monotone, go multi colored.  Whichever stripe you choose, the pattern will add interest to your room.  Large stripes make a bold statement, small stripes create texture and interest.  Stripes draw in the eye, so make sure your colors compliment each other and use other patterns for pop and contrast.    Dual tones, i.e. blue and white,  are crisp and clean and keeps a room simple.

Wooded River Galeana

Davenport Black Tie

Multi stripes add flair and fun, use solids to accent the overall color scheme.   A multi stripe gives one many options and you can easily change the overall look by pulling out a different accent color.

calKids Optique Bedding

So do something daring this spring and add stripes to your decor.  There are lots of great patterns and colors to choose from…your options are only limited to your own creativity.

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April 18, 2010

Unique linens Online: Pacific Coast Down Pillows

Unique Linens Online offer the Pacific Coast Feather’s premium quality down pillow bringing you the finest in luxurious comfort and soothing support. Combining the softness of high thread count 100% cotton and fluffy, natural down plumes, our down pillows are designed with your absolute comfort in mind. Unique Linens Online will help you choose the right fill and firmness to give you the best night’s sleep. Relax and cradle your head in our soft, luxurious down pillows.

Unique Linens Online found only Pacific Coast® washes and rinses their down and feathers up to eight times, removing the dust, dirt and allergens that cause allergic reactions. Your hypoallergenic down pillow is guaranteed allergy free. Unique Linens Online wants you to discover how comfortable the right pillow can be.

An estimated 4 out of 5 pillows need replacing. Pacific Coast® offers a wide range of pillow options to meet varying individual needs and improve sleep quality.
Description :

Pacific Coast®
Eurofeather™ Fill Pillow

Tightly curled Eurofeather™ Fill eliminates the quills of ordinary feathers.
Fill Hyperclean® Eurofeather
Construction Traditional
Tick 230 thread count, 100% cotton
Edge Double needle corded edge
Warranty 4 year limited warranty
Package Eurofeather™ poly bag
Shipping Instructions :Ship time is approximately 2 weeks via FedEx. 1 pillow per box.


For Even More Pacific Coast Pillow Selection, Visit Us Online at Unique Linens Online…..

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April 16, 2010

Unique Linens Online: Pacific Coast Comforter

Dream under a warm cloud of down and wake up to the finest, fluffiest, longest-lasting down comforters you will find anywhere. Unique Linens Online offers Pacific Coast® Feather which has been perfecting down comforters since 1884, blending European old-world craftsmanship with modern innovation. We’ll help you choose the best down comforter for your bed, so you can wake up warm and cozy—all year round.

Experience our down comforters in a variety of sizes: King, Queen, Full, and Twin. Enjoy the cozy, fluffy comfort that only a Unique Linens Online and Pacific Coast® down comforter or comforter sets can provide.

This Grandia® Comforter is by Pacific Coast® and is oversized for added comfort. The 550 fill power, Allergy Free Pacific Coast® Down resists going flat. The 300 thread count, 100% cotton provides lasting comfort.

Pacific Coast® Grandia® Down Comforter
Grandia® Down Comforter details:

  • » 550 Fill Power Allergy Free
  • » Pacific Coast® Down
  • » 300 Thread Count, Barrier WeaveTM Cover
  • » 15″ Box Construction, Comfort Lock
  • » 6 Year Limited Warranty.

The Four Star® is Pacific Coast’s premier down comforter.  The luxurious comfort of 650 fill power, Allergy Free Pacific Coast® Down and the 330 thread count, Barrier WeaveTM cover will keep you warm all winter long.
4 Star® Down Comforter

Four Star® Down Comforter details:
  • » 650 Fill Power Allergy Free
  • » Pacific Coast® Down
  • » 330 Thread Count, Barrier WeaveTM Cover
  • » True Baffle Box Construction, ComfortLock
  • » 15 Year Limited Warranty.

Pacific Coast® Feather Company
Down Comforters

3 Star®Down Comforter

The Three Star® down comforter offers you a cozy luxury at very affordable prices.  The comforter is filled to provide year round warmth and comfort with 575 fill power of Allergy Free Pacific Coast® Down.

3 Star® Down Comforter

Three Star® Down Comforter details:
  • » 575 Fill Power Allergy Free
  • » Pacific Coast® Down
  • » 260 Thread Count, Barrier WeaveTM Cover
  • » 15″ Box Stitch, ComfortLock®
  • » 10 Year Limited Warranty.


Visit Unique Linens Online for even of a selection….

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April 3, 2010

Prepare your child for a new sibling

New siblings can mean many things to a child. Depending on the age of your child, the new baby may be welcomed with open arms or maybe not. My son was 2 1/2 years old when baby sister came along. I really worked hard at preparing him for what to expect and he seemed excited for the new addition to our home. We practiced baby care with a dolly and I had set up special things for him to do during the times I would be busy with the baby. The most important thing we did to prepare our son for his sisters arrival was to make him feel special with his own big boy bed and bedroom.

New Siblings Books

According to the Us Census website, the month that most babies are born is August.  This means right now is the prime time to start preparing your child for the arrival of their sibling.  You have four months to get them into their big kid bed and transition them into their very important new roll as big brother or sister. There are lots of books on line with suggestions and many can be found at Amazon.  I for one, stocked up on art supplies to keep him busy during nursing times and a few toys that he knew were just for him.

I have found some terrific videos on You Tube from Lowes showing a remodel of a little girls room who has a new sibling on the way.  Her new special room is darling and Lowes has down it for a reasonable cost.

Mod Dots Blue Bedding

As far as bedding goes or themes to build on, please check out all of our great patterns from California Kids, Jo Jo Designs, Patch Quilts, Davenport and Freckles.  There are really cute patterns for girls and boys that will help you prepare your child by giving them a special place to call their own.  Now of course you cannot prepare for everything….as much as I roll played and prepped my son, the minute he came into the hospital room and saw a new baby in my arms, he burst into tears and wouldn’t have anything to do with me or sister for a little bit.  I am thankful to say that they are best of buddies now.

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