n Debra's List you will find more than 1000 links to products that benefit your health and the environment. After more than 25 years as a consumer advocate for health and the environment and looking for products to use in my own personal life, I know where to buy a few things and how to choose toxic-free and green products. 
To serve you better, I have moved Debra's List to a new server at
http://www.debralynndadd.com/debraslist/home
There is a lot of hand work I need to do there, so I am leaving this site up until all that work is done.
All new entries will go on the new site.
All the entries from this site are on the new site, but may not be formatted.
Thanks for your patience during this transition.
Debra :-)
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Recycled
Naturepedic
GOTS-certified "organic mattresses," created by a concerned grandfather who is also an environmental engineer. Also certified by Greenguard to their highest standard, these mattresses feature organic cotton and natural materials, and nontoxic food-grade waterproofing. Meets all fire regulations without use of toxic chemicals. No harmful chemicals or known allergens. Proper firmness, comfort and fit. Made in the USA by a family who cares and understands the issues.
OhioVISIT WEBSITE
Bamboosa
Baby items made in the USA from soft, absorbant, certified organic 100% bamboo fiber or high content bamboo fiber blended with organic cotton. Fabric processing uses no chlorine and only fiber-reactive dyes that use less water and less energy and generate less waste, nor do they use dyefixing agents, which often contain heavy metals and formaldehyde. All packaging materials, are made from 100% recycled paper with a minimum of 30% post consumer waste (PCW) and higher value PCW where available. Collection includes socks, booties, hats, hooded towels, crib sheets, washcloths, baby blanket, and bibs.
South CarolinaVISIT WEBSITE
Paloma Pottery
Enchanting recycled "glass infused pottery" gifts that sparkle and delight. "Each piece is made by collecting glass jars, beer and wine bottles, and other discarded glass which is then broken and fused into the pottery. The unique shapes and positioning of each fragment insures each piece to have a sparkle and depth that is truly unique. The unique crackle glass surface created is smooth to touch and sparkles and reflects light ." More than 40 gift items, including jewelry and accessories, dinnerware, hardwarem tiles, clocks, soap dishes, door knobs, picture frames, garden stones, coasters, magnets, candleholders and more.
WashingtonVISIT WEBSITE
Touch Wood Rings
"Custom designed, meticulously hand crafted wooden rings"-- a charming alternative to precious metals and gemstones for wedding rings, engagement rings, friendship rings, handfastings, commitment ceremonies or anniversaries. "Wearing a handcrafted wood ring will delight your fingers as well as your soul! Touch Wood rings are timeless, beautiful, durable, warm to the touch & light to wear. Artist and craftsman; David Finch works with the clients design, and his expertise and artistic vision to create a one of a kind wearable work of art. Website has information about choosing woods for their mythic and spiritual properties. Take a look and see how beautiful these rings are. Canada
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Vermont Natural Coatings
This is currently the wood finish I use. High performance water-based wood finishes made using whey, a by-product of local cheese making. Whey "has a high BOD (biochemical oxygen demand) that can increase the burden on waste treatment facilities and can pollute rivers, lakes, and even the ocean...By reformulating whey into a durable, natural wood finish, a potential waste product is taken out of the waste stream and put to a useful purpose." The VOC level is about 180g/L (grams per liter), which is lower than California's 250g/L--the toughest indoor air quality standard in the United States. I smelled a sample and it is remarkably low in odor (though it does still contain small amount of toxic chemicals, according to their MSDS). Once cured, it is very "food-safe", not toxic if child or pet chews on it. Cans are made with post consumer materials which can be recycled when discarded.
VermontVISIT WEBSITE
Antique Drapery Rod Company
This company proves recycled can also be beautiful with their gorgeous historic, classical window hardware. They manufacture over 600 types of drapery hardware in recycled wrought iron, reforested carved wood, recyclable cast stone, tortoise shell bamboo (the fastest growing renewable resource on the planet) and a highly polished recycled aluminum.
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Babybearshop
This website sells only four products--cheeky baby butter, mama belly oil, organic baby wash, and baby bird soap--but it is so sweet and charming I had to include it. These products are made with natural ingredients, completely free of synthetic fragrance, additives, parabens, phthalates, and preservatives. "We are committed to Organic. 99% of our ingredients are organic and we'd like to keep it that way. We believe in supporting organic sustainable farming methods....products are made in the USA, are 100% cruelty-free, never tested on animals, are made of pure, organic and nourishing plants and plant extracts and are packaged in recyclable containers"
TennesseeVISIT WEBSITE
Carolina Morning
A unique natural bed system designed to exponentiate the regenerative power of sleep, based on years of sleep science research. "We have designed a set of modular bedding that is comfortable in a revolutionary way. Our bedding is supportive, well ventilating, and easy to clean and keep clean and MODULAR." Pieces include a futon made of organic kapok/wool, modular platform bedframe, buckwheat pillows, organic kapok pillows, supportive pillows for reading in bed, eye pillows, and body pillows. They also make a quantum calming mat that enhances deep rejuvenitive sleep, protects from EMFs and cell phone radiation, increases body circulation, protects from pests (bedbugs, mold, dust mites, fleas), provides 'grounding' similar to walking barefoot on the earth, and much more (recommended for home use and travel). All are manufactured in their small factory in the mountains of North Carolina.
North CarolinaVISIT WEBSITE
Carolina Morning
Natural, affordable, adjustable furniture designed to support your body. The innovative Eco Backrest™ adjusts to six positions and can be placed on a bed or directly on the floor for a truly comfortable chair. It can also be used as a laptop workstation. They also have a modular couch (stuffed with organic kapok/wool) that doubles as a guest bed, a simple desk chair made of all natural materials, and more. Lots of pieces that can be put together in various ways, all designed to support your body.
North CarolinaVISIT WEBSITE
DwellSmart
One-stop shopping for all kinds of eco-friendly products, from building and cleaning supplies to air & water purifiers, organic mattresses, furniture, personal care, gardening, and more.
South CarolinaVISIT WEBSITE
