Do you have some beautiful empty wine bottles lying around, perhaps as a memento from a special occasion, that you don’t really want to alter but are just taking up space?
I have a solution for you- make a wine bottle time capsule.
It’s easy to do- you just need a clean, dry wine bottle, a cork or something else to seal the top and some small items to place inside the bottle such as photos, a piece of paper with something memorable written on it, ticket stubs, a napkin, a small piece of jewelry, a pebble, some sand, anything that reminds you of a certain special day or a time in your life.
If the bottle was from your wedding day consider adding some ribbon from a gift, a scrap of wrapping paper, one of your invitations, a photo from the wedding, a copy of your vows, other decor or mementos from the big day (like a small favor, a personalized napkin, the penny or sixpence worn in the bride’s shoe, a piece of the aisle runner, anything that will fit in the bottle, except anything perishable).
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Friday, July 30, 2010
Thursday, July 29, 2010
GLOB it on with These Eco-Friendly Botanical Paints
GLOB paints are one of the newest eco-friendly craft products to hit the market.
Created by cultural anthropologist and artist Ashley Phelps, GLOB paints are currently available in six colors made from plant based ingredients. They are made with fruits, vegetables, flowers and spices that have strong natural pigments that have been used as paints, dyes and natural colorings for centuries.
GLOB’ new products are made in the U.S. in a FDA and EPA registered facility. The paints are eco-friendly and health friendly. They are completely non-toxic, and are free of chemicals, parabens, petroleum, synthetic preservatives, and they are gluten and soy free.
The water based paints and pigments are also biodegradable.
GLOB paints come in two formulas, ready mixed and dry powders. To mix the powders into paint all you need is to add water and mix then you’ll be ready to paint. They can be used like tempura or watercolor paints on paper.
Created by cultural anthropologist and artist Ashley Phelps, GLOB paints are currently available in six colors made from plant based ingredients. They are made with fruits, vegetables, flowers and spices that have strong natural pigments that have been used as paints, dyes and natural colorings for centuries.
GLOB’ new products are made in the U.S. in a FDA and EPA registered facility. The paints are eco-friendly and health friendly. They are completely non-toxic, and are free of chemicals, parabens, petroleum, synthetic preservatives, and they are gluten and soy free.
The water based paints and pigments are also biodegradable.
GLOB paints come in two formulas, ready mixed and dry powders. To mix the powders into paint all you need is to add water and mix then you’ll be ready to paint. They can be used like tempura or watercolor paints on paper.
Savers Thrift Stores Offer Step by Step Instructions for DIY Wedding Decor
Savers Thrift Stores have put thrifty shopping in a whole new light with their ideas for fun DIY wedding and entertaining projects that can be adjusted for any theme and color scheme.
What a great way to show people that they can take used items and create beautiful and fun decor for weddings and other events.
Savers thrift stores and crafting expert Blair Stoker, from the crafting blog Wisecraft, joined together to create weddings tips and project guides for DIY minded brides to be:
“From boutonnieres to ‘thank you’ gifts, anyone can create the perfect look for the perfect day with these projects found on Savers.com:”
Keep reading here
What a great way to show people that they can take used items and create beautiful and fun decor for weddings and other events.
Savers thrift stores and crafting expert Blair Stoker, from the crafting blog Wisecraft, joined together to create weddings tips and project guides for DIY minded brides to be:
“From boutonnieres to ‘thank you’ gifts, anyone can create the perfect look for the perfect day with these projects found on Savers.com:”
Keep reading here
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Add a Little Aromatherapy to Your Life with Green Tea Goods Pulse Point Elixirs
I am a sucker for scent. I love scented products, especially those that are all natural aromatherapy products like these wonderful roll on pulse point elixirs from Green Tea Goods.
The Pulse Point Elixirs come in two formulas- Calm & Relax and Energy & Focus.
The Calm & Relax Pulse Point Elixir is scented with lavender oil and natural tangerine extract. The resulting scent is a wonderful blend that instantly calms. I use it when I need to relax, when I need to slow down my brain and I often roll it on at bedtime. I find the scent of lavender helps me sleep.
The Energy & Focus elixir is scented with Jasmine, Eucalyptus and Peppermint oils. An uplifting scent combination this one will rev up your energy levels and help you get going. It's perfect for a first thing in the morning scent to help you wake up. Or use it as a reviving scent in mid afternoon when your energy levels start to lag.
In addition to the aromatherapy oils the elixirs are made with Green tea extract, Jin Yin Hau extract (gold silver flower Honeysuckle), Tea Tree oil, aloe extract, licorice root, organic Rosemary extract and sweet almond oil (used as a lightweight emollient base for the roll on).
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The Pulse Point Elixirs come in two formulas- Calm & Relax and Energy & Focus.
The Calm & Relax Pulse Point Elixir is scented with lavender oil and natural tangerine extract. The resulting scent is a wonderful blend that instantly calms. I use it when I need to relax, when I need to slow down my brain and I often roll it on at bedtime. I find the scent of lavender helps me sleep.
The Energy & Focus elixir is scented with Jasmine, Eucalyptus and Peppermint oils. An uplifting scent combination this one will rev up your energy levels and help you get going. It's perfect for a first thing in the morning scent to help you wake up. Or use it as a reviving scent in mid afternoon when your energy levels start to lag.
In addition to the aromatherapy oils the elixirs are made with Green tea extract, Jin Yin Hau extract (gold silver flower Honeysuckle), Tea Tree oil, aloe extract, licorice root, organic Rosemary extract and sweet almond oil (used as a lightweight emollient base for the roll on).
Keep reading here
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
ECOBAGS: The Original Reusable Bag Company
It is estimated by the US Environmental protection Agency that over 380 billion plastic bags, sacks and wraps are used in the US each year and only about 23 billion of those are recycled.
Environmental activist and eco-entrepreneur Sharon Rowe decided early on that she wanted to do something about this problem. In 1989 she founded ECOBAGS as a way to combat the waste of single use bags and created bags made from recycled, organic, and natural materials that can be reused over and over. ECOBAGS was formed as a fair wage, fair labor company with the inspirational tagline "Clean Up the Planet One Bag at a Time".
Now over 20 years later ECOBAGS is going strong with yearly sales upwards of three million dollars annually.
They started out with the classic string bag and have now moved on to totes, travel bags, spa bags, reusable produce bags, GREENBAGS, ECOWEAVE home goods, and have partnered with other companies like Frito Lay and Kashi to bring their green initiatives to light.
ECOBAGS is a proud member of the Organic Trade Association, Green America, and is a certified Women-Owned Business.
Keep reading here.
Environmental activist and eco-entrepreneur Sharon Rowe decided early on that she wanted to do something about this problem. In 1989 she founded ECOBAGS as a way to combat the waste of single use bags and created bags made from recycled, organic, and natural materials that can be reused over and over. ECOBAGS was formed as a fair wage, fair labor company with the inspirational tagline "Clean Up the Planet One Bag at a Time".
Now over 20 years later ECOBAGS is going strong with yearly sales upwards of three million dollars annually.
They started out with the classic string bag and have now moved on to totes, travel bags, spa bags, reusable produce bags, GREENBAGS, ECOWEAVE home goods, and have partnered with other companies like Frito Lay and Kashi to bring their green initiatives to light.
ECOBAGS is a proud member of the Organic Trade Association, Green America, and is a certified Women-Owned Business.
Keep reading here.
Monday, July 26, 2010
Leafware: Stylish, Eco-Friendly and Disposable Tableware
If you are looking for disposable tableware that is also eco-friendly for an upcoming party, wedding or other special event look no further than Leaf-Ware.com.
Leafware offers beautiful, stylish tableware that is also eco-friendly. The plates are made from fallen leaves that are carefully collected, hygienically cleaned and then pressed into various shapes to create plates, bowls, and trays. No trees have to be cut down or damaged to create these fancy plates and bowls. And because they are made from all natural, sustainable and biodegradable materials (leaves) they can be tossed onto a compost bin once you are done with them.
I had the chance to sample this product and I was pleasantly surprised at the simple beauty of these plates and bowls. They are simple, graceful and have a soft elegance about them. I love the texture and simplicity of them.
If you want to add a little eco-elegance to your event while still having the ease of cleanup that disposable tableware offers than Leafware is a must for you.
Leafware's out of the box renewable idea thinking led them on a search for ancient solutions, eco-friendly that could be used in the modern world.
Keep reading here.
Leafware offers beautiful, stylish tableware that is also eco-friendly. The plates are made from fallen leaves that are carefully collected, hygienically cleaned and then pressed into various shapes to create plates, bowls, and trays. No trees have to be cut down or damaged to create these fancy plates and bowls. And because they are made from all natural, sustainable and biodegradable materials (leaves) they can be tossed onto a compost bin once you are done with them.
I had the chance to sample this product and I was pleasantly surprised at the simple beauty of these plates and bowls. They are simple, graceful and have a soft elegance about them. I love the texture and simplicity of them.
If you want to add a little eco-elegance to your event while still having the ease of cleanup that disposable tableware offers than Leafware is a must for you.
Leafware's out of the box renewable idea thinking led them on a search for ancient solutions, eco-friendly that could be used in the modern world.
Keep reading here.
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Dr Dobbs Old Fashioned Natural Remedies
Dr. Dobbs all natural old fashioned remedies was founded by Joan Matera. Joan is descended from a long line of doctors who had an interest in holistic healing. Her line of Dr. Dobbs Old Fashioned Natural Remedies incorporates her family's holistic formulas that started with her great grandfather Dr. David H. Dobbs who was a doctor and Baptist minister in Edna, Texas. His home remedies were sold in a local drugstore that the family still owns today.
When Joan decided to create this line of products derived from her family formulas she wanted to make sure that they were of the highest quality so she partnered with Mel Stevens, a natural products industry veteran. Now the Dr. Dobbs products are the best of old fashioned remedies combined with modern knowledge.
All of the formulas contain high quality, natural ingredients including: premium grade Mediterranean olive oil, Vitamin E, sweet almond oil, cocoa butter, and wheat germ oil. The expertly blended formulas will not clog pores and are easily absorbed by the skin.
I had the chance to try several of the Dr. Dobbs products and I am really impressed. They really give you that handmade old fashioned feel but the products are high quality and work wonderfully.
My favorites? The Perk O'Lips Coffee Flavored Lip Balm and the Facial Glow Tomato Complexion Soap. The Coffee Flavored Lip Balm is perfect for a coffee junkie like myself and the tomato soap did wonders for my skin.
I also enjoyed the Tropical Blend Cuticle and Nail Salve. It was wonderful on my dried out cuticles- I rubbed it on at night right before bed so it could work its magic all night long.. And it did.
Keep reading here
When Joan decided to create this line of products derived from her family formulas she wanted to make sure that they were of the highest quality so she partnered with Mel Stevens, a natural products industry veteran. Now the Dr. Dobbs products are the best of old fashioned remedies combined with modern knowledge.
All of the formulas contain high quality, natural ingredients including: premium grade Mediterranean olive oil, Vitamin E, sweet almond oil, cocoa butter, and wheat germ oil. The expertly blended formulas will not clog pores and are easily absorbed by the skin.
I had the chance to try several of the Dr. Dobbs products and I am really impressed. They really give you that handmade old fashioned feel but the products are high quality and work wonderfully.
My favorites? The Perk O'Lips Coffee Flavored Lip Balm and the Facial Glow Tomato Complexion Soap. The Coffee Flavored Lip Balm is perfect for a coffee junkie like myself and the tomato soap did wonders for my skin.
I also enjoyed the Tropical Blend Cuticle and Nail Salve. It was wonderful on my dried out cuticles- I rubbed it on at night right before bed so it could work its magic all night long.. And it did.
Keep reading here
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