The winner of the TWIST Natural Cleaning Products is:
Vicki Andrew comment #23! Congratulations.
I would like to thank everyone who entered, commented, browsed the Twist website, Tweeted, blogged, Stumbled, etc. Please check back for more giveaways in the very near future!
Photo credit: René Ehrhardt
This article is written by Kat Sanders, who regularly blogs on the topic of Physical Therapy Assistant degrees at her blog Physical Therapy Blog. She welcomes your comments and questions at her email address: katsanders25@gmail.com.
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A wedding signifies the beginning of a lifelong union, a relationship that should stand the test of time and tribulations. And when you join the person you love in matrimony, it’s time to spare a thought to the world that sustains us all and gives us a planet to call home. Should the commencement of a new life for us spell doom to the earth through global warming and pollution? Is it not a better and more ethical option to celebrate our new relationship by pledging to do what it takes to save the earth and its almost-depleted resources? If your big day is in the offing, here’s how you can make green the theme of your wedding celebration:
• Hold all your events in one location. This way, you and your guest avoid having to drive to and from the location of each event.
• Hold the wedding at a location that is close to most of or all your guests.
• Go organic when it comes to food even though it may be more expensive. Use local produce and poultry to minimize your carbon footprint.
• Use biodegradable materials for your crockery and cutlery.
• Use recycled materials for your decorations.
• If you want to go the traditional way and send out regular invitations, use recycled paper (handmade paper makes very stylish statements) with eco-friendly ink. If you want to avoid paper altogether, use email to send out your invites.
• Invest in clothing and accessories that are reusable, especially for your bridesmaids and other members of the wedding party. Most bridesmaids and flower girls are clad in outfits that are never going to be used again because they’re really impractical.
• Use flowers that are in season and grown locally.
• Buy your ring from jewelers who do not deal in “blood” diamonds that have been illegally mined in Africa. Or better still, use old and antique jewelry that has been passed down from generation to generation to pledge your love for each other.
• Go digital when recording memories of your special day; store your photos in an online album instead of having them printed.
• Go on a green honeymoon to an eco-friendly resort or somewhere close home that does not require you to fly.
Most of these measures don’t require you to go out of the way to do something positive for the earth. So when you think wedding, think green instead of white.
A few days ago, I realized that its been over a year since I started the Green and Chic Blog! Time definitely went by fast. I would not have made it though this year without the support of my faithful readers, commenters and fellow bloggers. There are way too many people to list but I will make a shout out to two of these bloggers.
Green Grechen has teamed up with Beth Springer and is giving away this Beth Springer Market bag in “natural” (valued at $715) made from vegetable tanned leather & love in Venice, California.
To enter, leave a comment on Green Grechen telling her something you’d like to do to “create a little less waste and a little more love” in this world.
Contest ends June 20.
Photo credit: Empracht
Previous posts in this series:
Eco Fashion: What is it?
Eco Fashion: Do it yourself – Organic Fabric
Eco Fashion: Do it Yourself – Yarn
Eco Fashion: The Cost of Eco Fashion
Eco Fashion: Consignment
Thrift stores are another type of second hand store. Unlike consignment stores, thrift stores are usually non-profit, charitable organizations. Depending on the store, the proceeds benefits local hospitals, disease fighting organizations such as the Out of the Closet chain that’s owned by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), and the famous Goodwill and Salvation Army. In general, I find that the clothing and accessories from thrift stores are cheaper than consignment stores. You may have to do a little digging to find a diamond in the rough.
Michelle Rosborough. Congratulations!
I would like to thank everyone who entered the giveaway. Also thank you for the Stumbles, Tweets, blog posts and sharing the link with your friends and family.
The TWIST Natural Cleaning Products giveaway is still open and there will be more Green and Chic giveaways in the near future.
Related post: Erbaorganics Baby Gift Set
Recently, I decided to assemble the Spa Time Baby Four Piece Soap Set. These gentle soaps are not only good for babies, but adults with sensitive skin can benefit as well.
I decided to put together this Erbaorganics set which would make a great gift. Its also useful if you would like to order all three products at a discount.
Erbaorganics | 3 Pack Baby Gift Set
In this set you will receive a full size Baby Body Wash, Diaper Cream and Baby Lotion.
Individually, this would cost $39.97, but buying it as a set will save you almost $5.00!
Let me know if you have any questions about this or other products I carry. You can comment here or send me an email.
Though we give a lot (or at least some) thought about what we clean our homes with, be it pre-made natural cleaning products or just vinegar and water, we rarely think about the materials that we use to do the actual scrubbing.
I discovered the Twist line of loofahs, sponges and clothes and was completely hooked. These products are not only durable and made from natural materials and fibers such a hemp, but they are also free of plastics, dyes and are biodegradable.
Here’s another short and sweet blogroll for this week.
Happy Sunday!
Consumption, Advertising and Marketing is Hurting Our Children by Green and Clean Mom @GreenMom The title says it all.
How Long Should You Keep Your Financial Statements? This is something I’ve always wondered as I try to safe precious space in my filing cabinets. Sometimes I get a little too purge happy! This post by Jeff Rose @JeffRose of Good Financial Cents offers this useful guide on just how long we should keep our important paperwork.
11 More Tips To Go and Save Green Another informative post by Jeff Rose on green living.
Why Are You Trying to Save Time? by Charlie of Productive Flourishing What does “saving time” really mean? Is it really beneficial for us?
Eco Gold – The Impact of Gold Jewelry by The Chic Ecologist @chicecologist We know about blood diamonds, but the glittering gold isn’t always pure either. The Chic Ecologists gives us valuable information on the true cost of gold and links where we can buy reclaimed, recycled and sustainable jewelry.
The Last Straw for Bottled Water? by Jessica Jensen of Low Impact Living @lowimpactliving goes into the health risks associated with plastic bottled water. The environmental impact is nothing to sneeze at either.
Check back here in a few days for another giveaway.
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