Thursday Shopping Board: Anchors Away!

If you read last week's post on my self-proclaimed Navy & White Obsession, you're more than prepared for today's Shopping Board.  It's a board dedicated to lovers of all things striped, nautical, navy, etc. If you ask me, it's the best board to date.  All the items come from the folk over at Yala, makers of the most fabulous bamboo fabric you can imagine. Here at the roost, we are ready to outfit you and your little ones in head-to-toe Yala!

1 - Cotton Canvas Tote | Carry on in style with our functional and fashionably trendy Canvas Tote. Made of sturdy cotton canvas with top zip closure, contrasting shoulder straps, two outside pockets, and a zip pocket inside – lots of places for all of your necessities. Also makes a great gift! $62.

2 - Short-sleeved Alice Dress | Everything you want when dressing your little girl: soft and comfortable BambooDreams® fabric which little ones love and cute style which will bring even more adoring smiles. $42.

3 - Ali Maxi Dress | Take style to the max in the Ali Maxi Dress. In three dashing stripes or classic black, this sleeveless dress falls in an elegantly simple line from shoulder to ankle. Our signature BambooDreams® material makes it an easy summer must-have for your wardrobe. Add a scarf in a contrasting color, or throw on our Sophie Wrap in cooler temperatures. $96.

4 - Winnie Hi-Lo Tunic | The Winnie Tunic captures the fashionable fair of a high-low cut and a flattering scoop neck. In classy solids and fun chevrons, this tunic will add comfort and style to any outfit. You may want more than one! This versatile tunic can be worn with BambooDreams® skirts and leggings, or a pair of jeans, adding comfort and style to any outfit. In classy colors and prints, you may want more than one! $56.

5 - Renee Dress | Think Audrey Hepburn when you pull on our Renee Dress. Elbow sleeves, wide scoop neck, flirty above-knee length and a slim fit: it all adds up to a contemporary yet timeless chic that’s perfect with sandals, flats or boots. Add our Linen Scarf for a French Riviera vibe! $74.

6 - Baby Blanket | Your precious bundle deserves to be bundled up in the best. Create a snug cocoon for your baby in our Knit Baby Blanket made of the softest Viscose from Bamboo. So snuggly you’ll want two for when one is in the wash. $28.

Thursday Shopping Board: Personalized Jewlery

We all love a gift that's tailored to us specifically, so this week's Shopping Board is full of our more personalized gifts.  Here we go:

1- Love Heals Be Creative Necklaces and Charms | You can get very creative with this company. We have Many styles of necklaces to choose from and tons of charms. The charms go beyond just initials, you can find just about anything. And the best part is that for every necklace sold, Love Heals plants 10 fruit-bearing trees in Ethiopia. To date, they've planted over 1 million trees! 

2- Jillery Aluminim Charms | These charms are made right here in the USA. They are cast from recycled aluminum and weigh almost nothing. Plus, they are a great price, so you can load up on letters! $12/ea.

3- Alex and Ani Charm Bracelets | This line is by far our best-selling jewelry. We can't keep it in stock! You can get personal with Zodiac signs or you can pick from hundreds of other charms.  Each bracelet is made in the US from recycled metals. The possibilities are endless. Starting at $24.

Thursday Shopping Board: Men 2.0

Since it's the gifting time of year, we are touching on our men's gifts again. We know the guys can be hard to shop for, so you here are 5 more items we are certain they'll love.

1 - Aspen Bay "Sueded Tobacco" Candle | This is our "man" candle. We looked for a more masculine scent for our guys, and Aspen Bay hit the nail on the head. The scent is full of the warm fragrances of tobacco leaves, vanilla and brown sugar. It's a soy candle poured in a recycled glass jar, made in the US and burns for a whopping 85 hours! $29.95.

2 - Apple & Bee Ditty Bag | For the real man, chic and extremely practical, this unique organic denim wash bag is for the man who has everything. Our men's wash bag is handmade from the finest quality organic denim, with contrasting stitching to combine practicality and style. With a washable lining, this design offers a spacious interior for all your travel toiletries and is finished with a quality zip, also features a tab at one end and contrasting loop at the other, to make this WC bag completely functional. $32.

3 - Yala Bamboo Towels | We think your guys might like some pampering in the bathroom, too. This combination of 70% bamboo viscose and 30% organic cotton creates a perfectly luxurious and absorbent towel with the added benefit of being grown sustainably and free from harmful chemicals. You can't go wrong with these towels. Washcloths ($12/set of 2), hand towels ($24/set of 2) and bath towels ($80/set of 2). Available online: http://www.shopgreenroost.com/bedding--bath/towels-c-61.html

4 - Napa Soap Company Shaving Kit | We just improved the perfect gift for the man in your life! A full 8 oz. of our fabulous, super long-lasting Shaving Soap (we are not kidding, it is a YEAR'S supply!!), poured into a very cool old-fashioned enamel mug, then packaged with our pure bristle shaving brush. We pack it all in a ribboned gift box so that it is ready for gift-giving. Shaving gel users beware, you don't know what you're missing! $44.

5 - Further Hand Soap & Lotion | Further hand soap and lotion will not only leave your hands feeling squeaky clean, but will freshen your conscience and inspire your soul.  Infused with fragrant oils of bergamot, olive and exotic grasses. Perfect for the "HIS" side of your sink. $16.95 each.

Thursday Shopping Board: Stocking Stuffers

After a two week hiatus (because of our Holiday Open House and Thanksgiving), our Thursday Shopping Board is back!

Considering it's still November, this "stocking-stuffer" shopping board is a littler early, but everyone seems to be tackling their shopping ahead of time this year, so I figured I better join the crowd. Who doesn't love a stocking? I'm not sure about you, but in my family they are about as important as the wrapped gifts. After all, good things come in small packages.

With out further adieu, letting the stocking-stuffing commence!

1- Illume Naughty & Nice Candles | We think you could have a little fun playing Santa with these stuffers. They are soy-based and made in the US, with a 35-hour burning time. $14.95/each.

2- Lunchskins Re-useable Sandwich Bag | These sandwich bags are one of our all-time best-sellers. They are hand-sewn in the USA from a quick-drying, food-safe fabric. Using these will help you replace hundreds of plastic bags each year. And our favorite part is that they are dishwasher-safe! $9.99.

3- Girls Day Out Flower Post Earrings | We have yet to find a customer who doesn't absolutely swoon over these earrings. We're proud to say they are made locally in good ol' Culpeper, VA. They are the perfect addition to any wardrobe, because they go with everything! $14/pair.

4- Vapur Quencher Water Bottle | These are perfect for the little stockings you need to fill. Take your Quencher with you wherever you go! Each “do-it-yourself” bottle allows you to personalize your Quencher with three included sticker sheets of facial expressions and add-ons. Available in 4 patterns. $13.95/each.

5- Apple & Bee Bee Coin Purse | These delightful coin purses are made from hemp and lined with silky bamboo. Featuring an apple or a bee, this purse is perfect for your loose change and cute enough to take out of your bag! A little cotton label ensures they are 100% vegan too. $24.

6- Farm House Fresh Pajama Paste Soothing Face Mask | We think you should add at least one pampering item to every stocking, and this one will be sure to please! This active yogurt mask is a Skin Tightener - Super Hydrator - Redness Reducer - it just won't do dishes! Pajama Paste is a natural, fresh-blended pot of active yogurt, cooling bentonite clay, wild honey and oats that instantly soothes, softens and refines the look of skin. Utterly scrumptious smell aside, this magic mask deep cleanses pores, temporarily shrinking the look of them! $22. Available online: http://www.shopgreenroost.com/personal-care/pajama-paste-yogurt-mask-p-301.html 

Thursday Shopping Board: Equestrian

These week, we're featuring gifts for the horse-enthusiast in your life. Considering we're located in Culpeper (horse country), I'm sure you all have a equine-lover to shop for. Here goes nothing:

1- We Dream in Color Olive Glass Bead Bracelet | The translucent beads featured in these bracelets are handmade in Ghana from recycled glass bottles. Combined with vintage African brass beads and a horse head hook closure cast in reclaimed metal, this is one of our latest favorites (and best sellers!) $48.

2- in2green Cotton Horse Bit Throw | Add a hint of prep posh with this new equestrian-themed design. In vibrant chocolate and spice, or in our more classic color combos—verde, marine, or chocolate and milk—this original and incredibly tasteful design offers the opportunity to be a part of the modern re-invention of this traditional Ralph Lauren-esque aesthetic. This 50” x 60” throw is made with a recycled cotton blend and is machine washable and dryable, even made in the USA! $149.

3- Flipped Bird Stretchy Hair Ties | If you ask me, these are the greatest hair ties in the world. They don't crease your hair, they hold a tight ponytail, and they feel & look great on your wrist. Perfect for throwing your hair back before getting on your horse. $6 for 3.

4- Yala Bamboo Infinity Scarf | These scarves are perfect for those chilly mornings when you need to head out to the barn. They're warm, no fuss and wash great! Plus, there's tons of great colors to choose form. $28.

5- Nkuku Savannah Tote | Looking for the classic everything tote? Savannah is your answer. The Savannah shopper is stylish and practical. Hand made from leather, dyed using extracts of tree barks and plants by a co-operative of 40 families in Rajasthan. Each bag is lined with a pretty floral cotton fabric and contains a large inside pocket with zip to secure any valuables. $175.

Thursday Shopping Board: Bag Lady

Let's face it...we've all got a little "bag lady" in us. Who doesn't love a new bag? We've got tons to choose from here at the roost, so this week's Shopping Board is highlighting five of our favorite bags:

1- FEED Projects FEED1 Bag | The iconic FEED 1 Bag is showing off its new makeover because we all know that Gray is the new Burlap! The original FEED 1 reversible bag was the first FEED bag designed by FEED CEO Lauren Bush Lauren. After 5 years and nearly 60 million meals provided worldwide, the new FEED 1 bag now comes in Gray! Each FEED 1 Bag in Gray will provide school meals to 1 child for 1 year. $70. (arriving in 2 weeks...reserve yours now!)

2- Flipped Bird Reversible Messenger | Super cute reversible bags that are happy, fun and funky! Use as a backpack, purse, shopping bag, laptop bag (you supply the padding) or whatever you choose to nest in it! These bags are made right here in the good old US of A. $56.

3- CatStudio Riviera Tote | These totes are the collaboration of catstudio & a non-profit society in remote Southern India that supports indigent women. They are made of a cotton/jute blend, and are hand-woven on special looms.  They feature intricacies only possible with skilled Human Hand. $79.

4- Crooked Oak Burlap Bag with Bicycle Tire Trim | This bag is really one of a kind! Made from recycle burlap coffee bags. This bag features 2 pockets on the exterior that are perfect for placing your everyday items. What really makes this bag stand out from the crowd are the recycled bicycle parts that finish off the exterior. Snaps are set against road bicycle tires and inner tubes to give them extra durability. The handle is made from bicycle inner tubes, and stitched to allow the rubber to have some play but not too much. Finally mountain bike tires have been cut down to make the most unique tread you have ever seen on a handbag! $65.

5- Blue Q Recycled Shopper | These are a long-time best-seller for us. They are made of 95% recycled woven polypropylene, which makes them super-durable. We have so many styles of this bag, you could buy one for every bag lady in your life! $13.50.

Thursday Shopping Board: Bath

This week's shopping board is focused on all things bath. Maybe you are buying a gift for someone who loves to escape into their own little spa-world. Or perhaps you need a little pampering yourself. Either way, the items on this shopping board are for you. 

1- Yala Bamboo Towels | This combination of 70% bamboo viscose and 30% organic cotton creates a perfectly luxurious and absorbent towel with the added benefit of being grown sustainably and free from harmful chemicals. You can't go wrong with these towels. Washcloths ($12/set of 2), hand towels ($24/set of 2) and bath towels ($80/set of 2). Available online: http://www.shopgreenroost.com/bedding--bath/towels-c-61.html

2- Farmhouse Fresh Pajama Paste Yogurt Mask | We all need a nourishing night in, and this one will be sure to please! Pajama Paste is a natural, fresh-blended pot of active yogurt, cooling bentonite clay, wild honey and oats that instantly soothes, softens and refines the look of skin. Utterly scrumptious smell aside, this magic mask deep cleanses pores, temporarily shrinking the look of them! You'll feel the gentle tingle and warming as Pajama Paste works. You'll wake up looking just as radiant the next morning! $22. Available online: http://www.shopgreenroost.com/personal-care/pajama-paste-yogurt-mask-p-301.html

3- Farmhouse Fresh Agave Nectar Ageless Body Oil | If you love a deep-soaking, luscious after-shower body oil, Agave Nectar will love you back! The scent is heavenly light - an oat/milk scent that women and men alike adore. Made with a special blend of extracts tested and proven to reduce the rate of your skin's water loss - one of the culprits in signs of aging. Barley, Sandalwood and Amurense bark combine with Agave Nectar and a blend of natural oils to deeply hydrate without a greasy after-feel. $18. Available online: http://www.shopgreenroost.com/personal-care/agave-nectar-ageless-body-oil-p-295.html

4- Aspen Bay Reserve Collection 20 oz. Candle | Made from recycled glass, the Aspen Bay Reseve Candle Jar illuminates beautifully and are topped with an ornately tooled lid.  Each candle is hand poured using traditional methods of candle makers from generations past. The candle uses a unique super-refined, food-grade soy wax formulation that absorbs more fragrance oil than any other natural candle wax. This blend allows our candles to burn clean and strong, lasting up to twice as long as normal candles and perfuming any space with the finest of fragrances. $29.95. (Will be arriving at the roost in 2 weeks!)

5- Yala Organic Cotton Mara Robe | Soft-as-air organic cotton voile, hand-block printed in three exquisite designs, and shaped it into a lovely light-weight robe, perfect for sunny mornings and warm evenings. The Mara Robe creates a graceful silhouette with wide kimono sleeves, side pockets and contrasting natural trim. $89.

Thursday Shopping Board: Foodies

Today's Shopping Board is all about gifts for people who love all things food and kitchens. No doubt, these five items are sure-to-be-hits:

1- Rewined 11 ounce Candle | These hand-poured soy wax candles are a great gift for your foodie, who also happens to love wine.  Not only are they hand-crafted from recycled wine bottles, each candle fragrance is inspired by one of our favorite wine varietals. Cheers! $28.

2- Plenty: Vibrant Recipes from London's Ottolenghi | Yotam Ottolenghi is one of the most exciting new talents in the cooking world, with four fabulous, eponymous London restaurants and a weekly newspaper column that's read by foodies all over the world. Plenty is a must-have collection of 120 vegetarian recipes featuring exciting flavors and fresh combinations that will delight readers and eaters looking for a sparkling new take on vegetables. $35.

3- Nkuku Mango Wood Salad Servers | These attractive salad servers have been hand carved from mango wood. The finish is smooth and the natural grain of the wood really shines through. (Due to arrive next week!)

4- Noon Designs Flour Sack Tea Towel | We love these locally silk screened flour sack towels! Made of single weave American flour sack, pre-washed and unbleached cotton. Bonus: they are machine washable! Flour sack towels are super soft, completely lint-free, absorb like a paper towel, dry fast & better with every use. $18.

5- Girl of all Work Market List | With headings like produce, dairy, meat/seafood, etc., our market list makes shopping trips a bit more efficient. Contains 65 sheets as well as a magnet to hold it in place. A perfect gift for your uber-organized food-lover. $9.95.

Thursday Shopping Board: Home

Today's Shopping Board is all about gifts for the home. Whether you need a house warming, hostess or just everyday gift, these five items are sure-to-be-hits:

1 - Blue Q Recycled Paper Lanterns | At last, paper shades with first class designs! Thank you, Blue Q. A percentage of the sale supports the conservation work of The Nature Conservancy. $12.95 for lantern, $15 for light kit.

2 - Big Wheel Recycled Tumblers | Made from reclaimed beer bottles and styled with a retro label, these 8-ounce tumblers offer a fresh take on modern glassware. Because of their hand-blown nature, each recycled glass is unique and no two are exactly alike. $36.95/set of 4. 

3 - Yala Organic Cotton Block Print Quilt | Ancient craft meets contemporary vibe in our new Organic Cotton Block Print Bedding. Hand-blocked in India, these quilts, coordinating shams and cushions come in three radiant patterns; each color reverses to a coordinating pattern. Organic cotton inside and out ensures light, refreshing comfort as you sleep. Starting at $149.

4 - Illume Reed Diffuser | Soft-touch packaging with beautiful foil detail. Illume charm hangs from diffuser neck. Alcohol-free. Available in four scents. $29.95.

5 - Further Soaps & Lotions | FURTHER HAND SOAP will not only leave your hands feeling squeaky clean, but will freshen your conscience and inspire your soul.  Infused with fragrant oils of bergamot, olive and exotic grasses, FURTHER HAND SOAP creates a perfect sustainable circle. $16.95 each.

Thursday Shopping Board: Men

Today's Shopping Board is all about the men in your life. We all know they can be the trickiest people to shop for, so we're here to give you a little help. Here are our suggestions for the best gifts for the fellas:

1 - Cardboard Safari Cardboard Deer Trophy | For the hunter who has everything, our Deer Trophy is the over-the-top gift they definitely won't expect. The perfect companion for home or office and a great gift for dad. Each trophy is made from recycled cardboard, a non-toxic, environmentally friendly product. $56. Available online: http://www.shopgreenroost.com/art/bucky---cardboard-deer-trophy-p-343.html

2 - Good Meat | Good Meat is a comprehensive guide to sourcing and enjoying sustainable meat. Perfect for the carnivorous man. With more than 200 recipes for pork, beef, lamb, poultry, and game, stunning photos of delicious dishes, and tips on raising sustainable meat and buying from local farmers, Good Meat is sure to become the classic cooking resource of the sustainable meat movement. $40. Available online: http://www.shopgreenroost.com/books/good-meat-the-complete-guide-to-sourcing-and-cooking-sustainable-meat-p-335.html

3 - Jetsam Prepster Wallet | This eco-friendly Necktie Wallet® from Jetsam is made from a reconstructed vintage necktie and wool suiting. It features a large pocket for bills and two smaller pockets for cards. $42.

4 - Farmhouse Fresh Bourbon Bubbler Scrub | Brown sugar and real Kentucky whiskey combine in this rich, gingersnap-pecan scented fine body scrub. Apply in the shower or bath-- it scrubs and refines every bitty bit of you, leaving your skin ultra soft, but free of the greasy residues that keep self tanning lotions from sinking in deep. This scrub has an uber-masculine scent that no man will turn his nose up to. $36.

5 - Braided Cork Belt by Cliff | For something he's never seen before, try these unique cork belts. Each belt is handmade from cork fabric and features a detachable buckle. Cork is environmentally preferable to leather as it comes from a lower carbon impact source (tree bark) and does not use animal products in its manufacture (a vegan product). $125.

Thursday Shopping Board: Baby

Now that we're on a roll with the blog, we are going to start a little Thursday tradition. Thursday mornings, our blog posts will consist of "Shopping Boards". Each Thursday morning, we'll post a new themed Shopping Board, to help you out when you're shopping for someone specific.  Every item on the board is available in the store or on our website, and if an item is available online, there will be a link to that item. We're hoping these boards will help inspire you when you're having shoppers-block (think writer's-block, but for gift giving).

Now, without further adieu, here's our flagship board, featuring all things Baby. Make sure to scroll below the board to see the descriptions, prices and availability of the featured items.

1- Apple Park Critter Stroller Toys | Bouncy Organic Cotton Stroller Toys include ladybug, bee and daisy. Baby velcro attaches the toys to strollers, car seats and cribs. When pulled, they bounce, rattle and cause giggles of delight! These toys are naturally hypoallergenic and made from 100% certified organic cotton and are free from chemicals and carcinogenic materials. $16.95.

2- Little Twig Baby Wash, Shampoo & Conditioner | Little twig products utilize the most effective organic and botanical ingredients in our simple recipe for pure and gentle personal care. Available in Tangerine, Lavender and Unscented. 17oz Baby Wash, $16.95. 8.5oz Shampoo, $12.95. 8.5oz Conditioner $12.95. Available online: http://www.shopgreenroost.com/baby-c-12.html

3- Sophie Giraffe | The Worlds Most Famous Teething Toy. Made of 100% natural rubber (phthalates-free) and food paint. Stimulates baby's hearing and help him to understand the link between cause and effect. Perfect for baby's sore gums while teething. $24.95. Available online: http://www.shopgreenroost.com/baby/sophie-la-giraffe-p-306.html

4- Aden + Anais Bamboo Swaddling Blankets | swaddling blankets made using rayon from bamboo fiber. The more you wash aden + anais® wraps, the softer they get. aden + anais® wraps are extra large, measuring 47” x 47”. $15/ea or $42/set of 3. Available online: http://www.shopgreenroost.com/baby/bamboo-muslin-swaddling-blankets---3-pack-p-351.html

5- Yala Bamboo Onesie | Lap shoulder, buttery soft, onesie with three-snap closures at the bottom. Fabric: 95% Viscose from Bamboo / 5% Spandex, organically grown in sustainably managed forests. Available in many fun colors. $30/long-sleeved. $28/short-sleeved.