By giving Trees as Favors at your wedding, you can set an example and possibly inspire your guests to adopt a greener consciousness. In perspective, your wedding and party can be responsible for planting a forest!
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Posted by of mywedding.comSeptember 26, 2008
You’re getting in shape and watching what you eat-all in preparation for your big day! Whether your goal is weight loss, increasing your energy or just overall wellness, I’ll be offering tips for a healthier you twice each month. First, we’ll start with the basics of eating and exercising right. This week: water and why it’s so important for you to drink lots of it.
The human body, like planet Earth, is almost two-thirds water. Every cell in your body depends on water in order to do its job properly. It is essential for survival and for optimal health. Not getting enough water can lead to dehydration which means your body does not have the water it needs to carry out normal functions. Many people suffer from mild, chronic dehydration. Go to full postPosted by of mywedding.comSeptember 9, 2008
You’ve traded in your SUV for a Prius, started utilizing public transportation or given up a little freedom by carpooling to work. With gas prices through the roof and the possibility of oil reserves running out, we’re all motivated to make different choices. Many couples have also decided to make a statement on their wedding day by choosing alternative ways to transport their wedding party to the reception. Here are nine ways you can let your values continue to shine through on your special day:
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Planning an ethical wedding for Oct-Dec 2008 and still have lots to do?
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Shades of Green
Making their mark in 2007, Green Weddings have lead the way for 2008 trends. The spring and summer seasons are the perfect time to celebrate this top spot trend. An abundance of flowers and fruit fill the markets giving brides the advantage of buying local. Outdoor venues like gardens, meadows, farm lands and lake settings make for a beautiful natural backdrop for Eco-friendly ceremonies. And though donations made in honor of your guests are popular as green wedding favors, eco-friendly favors are also a great alternative, as you'll read later.
Posted by of mywedding.comMarch 25, 2008
Are you planning to embark on your honeymoon armed with a giant vase full of your leftover wedding flower arrangements? What, that’s unlikely you say? If you’re flying, that means that you will need to be able to cram them all into a 3-ounce test-tube sized water receptacle and zip that into a teeny baggie for security purposes. If you can do that, kudos for being conservative with your resources but I don’t think they’ll show up very well in your photos.
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You want to look hot on your wedding day when you marry your perfect match, so why not give out the adorable, eco-friendly Matchstick Garden as your wedding favor? Your loved ones can plant in their gardens and watch them grow...just like your love.
Available at: www.matchstickgarden.com
Eco-Chic Weddings: Simple Tips to Plan an Environmentally Friendly, Socially Responsible, Affordable, and Stylish Celebration by Emily Elizabeth Anderson Buy The Book www.ecochicweddings.com
Posted by of Eco-Chic WeddingsSeptember 5, 2007
Graffiti at your wedding? Perish the thought. But wait! I'm talking about Wedding Graffiti, a company that creates custom wall decor with beautiful calligraphy and lovely embellishments. And you'll be saving trees, because any signs you need for the event will be written on the wall instead. These unique designs are meant to be saved, frame them and place upon the wall in your new home. You'll smile every time you walk by.
Go to full postPosted by of Eco-Chic WeddingsAugust 29, 2007
