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Fittingly Green: Design Your Own Yoga Mat at Yogamatic
When you go to a yoga class, the sea of mats laid out on the floor is usually pretty boring. Plain blue, black, and purple aren't exactly an expression of your unique personalty, so why not design your own? At yogamatic.com, you can upload any photo or drawing and it will be made into a 100 percent biodegradable foam mat.
Fittingly Green: Manduka eKO Mat
When it comes to yoga mats, Manduka is hands down my absolute favorite brand, and I never practice without my Black Mat PRO. It's durable, thick, and firm, and still looks exactly the same as the day I bought it. It's heavy, though, weighing in at seven pounds, and doesn't come cheap at the steep price of $85 (although it's worth every penny).
Casa Quickie: Cool Down With Mats
Since Summer is fast approaching, I have been thinking about some ways to make seasonal changes in my home. While I think a good shag rug is great for creating a cozy wintry vibe in your home, when the temperature rises, it's time to switch it up. To achieve a cooler look and feel to combat the heat of Spring and Summer, go with a flat weave Dhurrie or plastic floor matting instead.
Fittingly Green: RecycleYourMat.com
If you practice yoga regularly, chances are you've been through more than one mat. Since many of them are thin and begin to disintegrate with repeated use, you end up having to replace it at least once a year. Instead of mindlessly throwing out your mat, you can be green and recycle it.
Fit Tip: Keep Wipes in Your Mat Bag
When I envision practicing yoga, I think of deep breathing, calmness, melting tension, and an open body and mind. All those good things can quickly turn bad if you lower your face to your mat in Child's Pose and get a whiff of funkiness. Then when you realize the horrid aroma is emanating from your own mat, you may want to roll it up and head out the door.
Gear Review: Devi Mats
For some of you, one of your New Year's resolutions may be to try yoga. Aside from the motivation to go to class, you'll also need your very own yoga mat. While looking for a mat, you may realize that they have one thing in common — they're all one solid boring color.
Guess What This Mat Is Inspired By?
The design of this plush, carved bath mat is inspired by a particular element of urban architecture. Can you name what inspired this bath mat?
Steal of the Day: Chilewich Woodgrain Floormat
If you still haven't gotten your fill of the faux bois trend, thanks to the Chilewich Woodgrain Floormat ($69.95), you can do so without breaking the bank. The faux bois mat is made of vinyl-coated polyester, so it's durable, stain resistant, and easy to clean. And its rubber back will keep you from slipping around.
Do You Have a Welcome Mat?
A welcome mat can add personality to the most mundane, run-of-the-mill exterior. It's inviting, and if you have a monogrammed mat, it's a great way to signal to your guests that you live there. Do you have one?Source
Do You Have a Welcome Mat?
Gear Review: J&P Yoga Bags (Good For Smiles)
If you're looking for a new bag for your Yoga mat, but you don't want it to look like your average mat or gym bag. Then you're going to love these adorable J&PYoga bags. The initials stand for "joy" and "peace" (aww).
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