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		<title>THE BENEFITS OF PROMOTIONAL CLOTHING</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[In promoting a business, you need to take certain things into consideration in order to make people aware of your products. One of the best ways to do that is by using <a href="http://www.gopromotional.com" target="_blank">promotional clothing</a>. Below are some of its benefits.

The first benefit is that others will do the marketing for you. It is true that there are a lot of people who are ready to wear these cloths. And so any where the person goes with the cloth, it creates a picture in the mind of the people who will want to find out in detail what the company offers. This will lead to making a lot of sale if you have a nice brand that people want.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft  wp-image-101" style="border-image: initial; border-width: 1px; border-color: black; border-style: solid; margin: 5px;" title="photo" src="http://www.camal.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/photo.gif" alt="promotional cloths" width="200" height="	" />In promoting a business, you need to take certain things into consideration in order to make people aware of your products. One of the best ways to do that is by using <a href="http://www.gopromotional.com" target="_blank">promotional clothing</a>. Below are some of its benefits.</p>
<p>The first benefit is that others will do the marketing for you. It is true that there are a lot of people who are ready to wear these cloths. And so any where the person goes with the cloth, it creates a picture in the mind of the people who will want to find out in detail what the company offers. This will lead to making a lot of sale if you have a nice brand that people want.<span id="more-99"></span></p>
<p>Also, it serves as a long term strategy to make your business known. Unlike other promotional strategies that can easy fade out or get toned if beaten by rain, clothes can last for years provided you use quality materials. This will go a long way to help you cut down on advertising cost because, you do not have to print them over and over again.</p>
<p>It also tells people what your company stands for. One important thing that you must always remember is that there are a lot of companies that are competing with you in your chosen industry. This makes it very difficult for the potential customers to come to you directly. But when these cloths are put on, people immediately know the products you have and if they need it, they will have no option than to come to you.</p>
<p>Again, it reminds the employees about what the company stands for. This is true especially when you use it as work clothing. For instance you can make a policy that every employee must ware it Fridays to work. It means that every Friday, you are reminding the employees of the company&#8217;s vision and so they have the ability to communicate well to the outside world in case they need help.</p>
<p>In conclusion, the benefits of promotional clothing cannot be overemphasized. So take advantage of it today to make your business known.</p>
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		<title>The Truth about Organic Clothes</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Aug 2011 06:56:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With more and more people becoming aware of consciousness and health nowadays, natural and cotton fibers are slowly starting to replace synthetic fibers more and more, as well &#8211; and for good reason. After all, natural fibers do not have any carcinogens or poisons in them, ensuring your health and the health of your family [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With more and more people becoming aware of consciousness and health nowadays, natural and cotton fibers are slowly starting to replace synthetic fibers more and more, as well &#8211; and for good reason. After all, natural fibers do not have any carcinogens or poisons in them, ensuring your health and the health of your family is completely taken care of.</p>
<p>This is especially important if you have children in the house. (Children happen to be much more prone to pesticide-related problems compared to adults.) Also, in case you didn&#8217;t know, pesticides can cause chronic illnesses and acute poisonings, which could affect entire communities.</p>
<p>Aside from the better quality of life that comes with using organic cotton, its overall quality is much better, as well. Plus, plants of organic cotton can produce longer-lasting fibers that yield more durable fabrics and stronger yarn.</p>
<p>And it isn&#8217;t just about health, either. Hemp has a lot of great properties and can be found in a lot of top quality garments. Hemp is also very environmentally friendly, and can even improve the overall condition of soil. The best part is that it doesn&#8217;t require any herbicides and it can naturally resist pests, insects and fungus.</p>
<p>Organic cotton is also more luxurious and breathable and feels much softer on the skin. What more can you ask for? So, as you can see, organic cotton is an absolute must for everybody nowadays. Join the bandwagon now!</p>
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		<title>The Benefits of Organic Clothing</title>
		<link>http://camal.org/2011/07/organic-and-natural-clothing/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jul 2011 06:02:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Although textiles are often made from natural materials such as cotton and linen that pose no harm to either humans or the environment, chemicals are often added to the fiber crop and/or to the clothing itself that alter them from their natural state. Cotton crops account for approximately 25% of the world&#8217;s pesticide use, and [...]]]></description>
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<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-81" title="Organic and natural Clothing " src="http://camal.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Girl-at-green-grass-field-in-sunset.jpg" alt="Girl at green grass field in sunset" width="283" height="424" />Although textiles are often made from natural materials such as cotton and linen that pose no harm to either humans or the environment, chemicals are often added to the fiber crop and/or to the clothing itself that alter them from their natural state. Cotton crops account for approximately 25% of the world&#8217;s pesticide use, and additional chemicals may be used in the clothing manufacturing process. A desire from environmentally-conscious consumers for natural products that don&#8217;t hurt the environment has spurred the natural and organic clothing movement.</p>
<p>Organic fabrics are environmentally-friendly in that the crops are raised without the addition of chemicals, and the clothing is manufactured with natural alternatives to chemical finishes. The four fibers used to make organic clothing and textiles are cotton, lyocell, soy by-products and hemp.</p>
<p>Organic cotton is the same as any other cotton except that it is raised and manufactured without the use of harmful chemicals. It is a very durable, versatile fiber just like non-organic cotton.</p>
<p>Lyocell, known as Tencel, is a fabric made from cellulose materials in wood pulp. This product is 100% natural and biodegradable.</p>
<p>Soy cashmere is a soy-byproduct that is used to make clothing. It is a safe and natural alternative to chemically-treated fabrics.</p>
<p>Hemp is a durable fiber that is good for insulating its wearer. Hemp can be raised and processed without chemicals to make it organic.</p>
<p>Organic textiles are an environmentally-friendly alternative to chemically treated fabrics that look great and make people feel great about wearing them.</p>
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		<title>Bamboo Fabric</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2010 01:15:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bamboo Fabric &#8211; Giving Cotton A Run For It&#8217;s Money Bamboo continues to make an impact on western society. From flooring to window shades, it&#8217;s qualities as a suitably environmental product haven&#8217;t been lost on those looking to play their part in maintaining good resource use practices. The emergence of bamboo fabric is just one [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Bamboo Fabric &#8211; Giving Cotton A Run For It&#8217;s Money</h2>
<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-64" title="bamboo" src="http://camal.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/4A0096.lowres-300x197.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="197" />Bamboo continues to make an impact on western society. From flooring to window shades, it&#8217;s qualities as a suitably environmental product haven&#8217;t been lost on those looking to play their part in maintaining good resource use practices. The emergence of bamboo fabric is just one more area this sustainable product is being used to help the green cause. From fashion to bedding sheets, bamboo fabric is starting to give some of the more traditional fabric resources a nudge to one side. Health Benefits The benefits of using bamboo fabric include health and wear related. Bamboo Kun is a quality in the plant which contributes to it&#8217;s strong anti-bacterial nature. As a bedding sheet, this is particularly effective and an excellent alternative for those fighting the dreaded bed bugs. It&#8217;s also beneficial for allergy sufferers given it&#8217;s hypoallergenic qualities. For those wearing it as clothing, it&#8217;s no secret it&#8217;s anti-bacterial resistance helps in reducing the risk of bacteria multiplying. The added benefit of this is the odor caused by this bacteria is negated to a great extent and because of the fabric&#8217;s contact with the skin, it will contribute to the elimination of this odor causing agent. Clothing And Bedding Benefits The insulation qualities of bamboo fabric make it ideal again for clothing and bedding. As a bedding product, while it will cost a little more to purchase, the benefit lays in it&#8217;s ability to adapt to the seasons. It will keep you cool in summer and warm in the colder months. The extra cost of purchasing sheets is negated simply because it will negate the need to buy winter and summer bedding products. As a clothing material, it has the same benefits and it&#8217;s a product which caught the attention of manufacturers towards latter half of the 20th century. Alternative To Cotton As a rival to cotton, bamboo fabric is steadily gaining in the popularity stakes. One of the drawbacks with cotton lies in it&#8217;s production which usually sees it heavily protected through the use of pesticides. This is a fact that hasn&#8217;t gone unnoticed by environmentalists and one of the reasons bamboo is considered a healthier alternative. It doesn&#8217;t need to be bombarded with pesticides to help it grow and is very sustainable. It has excellent water retention capabilities, another plus for our abused environment. The push towards bamboo as a resource for fabric begins to make a lot a sense when you consider the benefits. Homeowners have long recognized it&#8217;s benefits as a flooring and furniture material and the transition to using it as a clothing and bedding material seemed only&#8230;well, natural.<br />
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		<title>Buying organic baby clothes</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Nov 2010 00:54:11 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Organic Clothes for a Baby More and more parents today are aware of what harm chemicals can do to their young child&#8217;s skin. This is probably one of the reasons why so many are now actually looking to spend more money on buying organic baby clothes. But as well as protecting our babies skin buying [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<h2>Organic Clothes for a Baby</h2>
<p><img class="size-full wp-image-57 alignleft" title="mum-baby" src="http://camal.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/mum-baby.jpg" alt="mum and newborn baby" width="341" height="512" />More and more parents today are aware of what harm chemicals can do to their young child&#8217;s skin. This is probably one of the reasons why so many are now actually looking to spend more money on buying organic baby clothes.</p>
<p>But as well as protecting our babies skin buying organic clothes is proving better for those in developing countries. On average around 20,000 people die each year from pesticide poisoning in this countries especially those who work in cotton farming. But along with saving lives, buying organically made clothes is going to save the planet as well.</p>
<p>It is important to note that the skin of your child is actually more porous than your own and so they actually absorb harmful chemicals far more easily. In many cases a parent does not realize just how much harm the clothes their child is wearing may be causing them.</p>
<p>Yet organic clothing is made from cotton, which has been grown using all natural processes, and no chemicals have been in contact with it. But just because the price of this type of clothing is higher than others do not be put off purchasing it. This type of clothing is also far more comfortable to wear and because no chemicals have been in contact with it the material is much stronger and lasts longer.</p>
<p>All organically grown cotton uses methods that are biologically rather than chemically based. Therefore, if at any stage the plants become infested with pests then alternative methods of treating the infestation are used. To remove the pests either other insects or organic pesticides are used and when ready for picking most organically grown cotton is picked by hand. Again this saves not only on the people working within the cotton farming industry but also on the planet as well.</p>
<p>It is important when buying any kind of organic clothing for your baby or child you read the labels or descriptions carefully. The label or description should clearly state that only 100% certified organic cotton has been used to make the clothing in question. Plus only natural dyes and inks should have been used in order to color them. At no stage during the manufacturing process should any chemicals including bleaches have come into contact with it.</p>
<p>As we mentioned earlier in this article, organic cotton is a lot softer than other types of cotton that have been grown and produced using chemicals. This then reduces the chances of a child&#8217;s skin that is very sensitive anyway from being further irritated. So the chances of them suffering from any kind of skin allergies or complaints such as eczema are greatly reduced as well.</p>
<p>It is for the reasons we have shown above that many more parents are preferring to buy organic baby clothes today. Therefore if you are interested in buying such items for your child then a quick search of the internet will provide you with a list of sites that offer such clothes at pretty reasonable prices.<br />
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<p>So you can appreciate the many advantages of using organic baby clothes. There are now many places online and offline where you can find organic baby products http://organicbabyproducts101.com as the need for them increases</p>
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