Conscious Consumer Winter 2010

It’s the Thought that Counts
Consider your purchases and support things that matter:
• the local economy • local artisans, culture and diversity
• a good cause • fair business practices
• recycling & re-use of materials • organic growth & manufacturing

Organic Grab & Go
Grab a BNatural Gift Card to purchase from the Grab & Go – To Go-Go Kitchen!  Providing the community with organic, natural groceries; personal care; supplements; homeopathic remedies; pet supplies, and  yummy vegan meals, soups & salads to-go (year-round)! Made Fresh Daily! Bradford Natural Market. 141 Bradford St, Provincetown  508.487.9784  www.bradfordnatural.com

Start Wining
“Organic please!” Filippi, Orleans Wine & Spirits’ newest producer from the Veneto region, offers tremendous affordable whites perfect for the holiday season. They are among the many red and white organic wines, imported directly from Italy to Orleans! Come enjoy a full selection of holiday spirits for every occasion. Orleans Wine & Spirits, Skaket Corners Plaza, Orleans 508-255-2812  www.orleanswine.com

Scented Pine Cones
Ready for the holidays!  These white pine cones are dipped in wax infused with essential oils. Display with greenery to make a festive arrangement, and subtle scent of the season. Lovely box of 6, making a great hostess gift too. Available at Adlumia, 34 Main St, Orleans for $32.00. www.adlumia.com


Buddha Appeal
Healing prayer flags represent the chakra colors and opening Lotus flower. The words on each of the seven flags reflects the energy of its corresponding chakra. $30. Happy-faced Buddha, molded here on Cape Cod by local artist Mark Ceria, has his arms raised in joy and welcome. $30. Deborah Ann’s Rainbow, Dennisport, 508-398-8662

Wrap it Up
Your new “go to” wrap dress from organic pioneers Stewart + Brown to accommodate day or night with a simple edit of jewelry and shoe. Work and play are ready for you when wearing. $170 at Shift Boutique of Conscious Clothing, 535 South St, Hyannis  www.shiftboutique.com 508-775-2652

Top Choice
For the chef in the family, a new countertop choice for the island or tabletops made from strand bamboo, a rapidly renewable and beautiful new affordable surface in four styles or shades. Available at Terrene of South Yarmouth, 16 Forsyth Ave.  www.terrenellc.com 508-394-3032

Perfect Evening
The Grain & Vine Spirit Shoppe has collaborated with The Cotuit Center for the Arts to create the gift of a perfect evening. Our Basket features 2 bottles of organic wine (any combination of reds and whites), cheese, crackers and a bamboo cutting board for $34.99. Add two tickets to a Cotuit Center for the Arts show of your choice for a total of $59.99. 101 Iyannough Rd. Hyannis 508-775-0660

Floored by Rugs
One of a kind, hand-woven raw sheep fleece rugs by Renee Gagne, Sheep to Shore Designs available at Nickerson Art Gallery 618 Main Street Chatham. Chatham’s local art gallery. www.nickersonartgallery.com 508-945-0310

Winds of Change
Hand-crafted since 1939, Cape Cod® Wind & Weather Indicators bring the weather indoors! Handsome 6″ diameter dials feature brushed aluminum faces in highly polished, solid brass cases to make a beautiful addition to your home.  Available at Hyannis Country Garden, along with all your holiday décor! 380 W. Main St Hyannis 508-775-8703  www.countrygarden.com

Hello Glovey
One of a kind fingerless gloves handmade using recycled wool sweaters and organic cotton.  Embellished with vintage buttons.  Pick a pair from our selection or order your own custom colors and details at the boutique.  $29 – $48 Available at Fisherman’s Daughter Eco Boutique, 17 Post Office Road, Chatham. 508-292-5463  fishermansdaughtermarket.com

Cool Water
Get filtered water on the move with Water Bobble! Bobble has a carbon filter good for 300 fill-ups. Save money and help neutralize the environmental WMD, bottled water. Phthalate, PVC, and BPA free, 100 percent recycled and recyclable!  $9.95 Red Fish Blue Fish, 374 Main St., Hyannis 508-775-8700 www.redfishbluefish.com