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Added by Something Green on September 27, 2010 at 11:52am —
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Embrace the autumn season by adding rustic wood accents to your party décor. Hollowed out pieces of fallen birch make beautifully textural receptacles for flowers, feathers and other natural objects.…
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Added by Something Green on September 23, 2010 at 9:49am —
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Look to your local produce aisle for décor inspiration. Hearty artichokes serve as unexpected and 100 % compostable place card stands. To avoid having your place cards topple over before your guests arrive organize then in a simple tray.…
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Added by Something Green on September 21, 2010 at 10:59am —
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Looking to decorate a small favor or gift? Etsy offers recycled and upcycled gift tags that range from traditional to quirky to sweet. Book lovers will adore the assortment of eco gift tags made from the pages of vintage poetry books and recycled library catalog cards. Have a foodie in the family? Check out the many gift tags crafted from the…
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Added by Something Green on September 20, 2010 at 11:40am —
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When hosting an outdoor affair offer your guests casual, eco-friendly seating options. Create a rustic outdoor aisle with bales of hay. To ensure your guests’ comfort drape crisp quilts, sheets or tapestries across each bale.…
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Added by Something Green on September 15, 2010 at 10:38am —
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Get an extra daily dose of veggies by creating a casual greenhouse-inspired party. Reused aluminum cans filled with small edible plants are all it takes to make a vitamin-rich table setting.
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Added by Something Green on September 14, 2010 at 10:45am —
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Personalized jars of locally made jellies and jams serve as thoughtful and affordable favors year round. Customize each jar with vintage ribbons and one-of-a-kind labels or print special messages on tags made from recycled cardstock.…
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Added by Something Green on September 13, 2010 at 11:34am —
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No need to blow out a candle to make a wish thanks to these wishbone napkin rings. To get the look simply wash and dry natural wishbones and coat each in a layer of metallic paint. This is an easy eco way to create a modern autumnal place setting.…
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Added by Something Green on September 10, 2010 at 10:12am —
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When creating autumn centerpieces look to the natural world for inspiration. Gourds, kumquats and pumpkins are only a few examples of the hardy, colorful vegetables available for simply elegant fall centerpieces.
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Added by Something Green on September 9, 2010 at 11:14am —
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There is no need to sacrifice your eco commitment in order to create a dramatic tablescape. Reclaimed glass mason jars provide the perfect foundation for centerpieces created using a mixture of seasonal flowers (to add color), natural branches (to create height) and small origami birds (to add originality).…
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Added by Something Green on September 8, 2010 at 12:54pm —
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In recent years burlap (a sustainable textile) has made a new name for itself in the world of décor and party design. Neutral burlap table runners lend to an elegant aesthetic when paired with vintage-inspired place settings and delicate votives.…
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Added by Something Green on September 7, 2010 at 1:02pm —
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As the warm weather slowly shifts into a cool breeze take the time to visit local farms and have fun with a harvest-full of new design inspiration! A simple basket filled with “smiling” gourds is a great way to bring a bit of happiness to your guests at your first autumn festivity. Enjoy the season!…
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Added by Something Green on September 6, 2010 at 5:11am —
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When dreaming up their tabletop aesthetic, many hostesses immediately imagine brightly colored blooming flowers as part of the repertoire. However, fresh green ferns lend a light, crisp tropical feel to any table. When using ferns aim to keep things simple. Just a few sprigs of fern look modern when paired with glass containers, clean white…
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Added by Something Green on September 3, 2010 at 10:31am —
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When it comes to place cards offer your guests more than just a designated place to sit. Instead, offer them fun, quirky pins as small favors. A simple search on sites such as
Etsy will provide a number of vintage retailers who carry gently used
secondhand jewelry, much of which can be purchased in bulk for a fair
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Added by Something Green on September 2, 2010 at 12:20pm —
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Creating a final DIY accent to compliment a candy or dessert bar is just as simple as the sweets themselves! A collection of pretty pastel cupcake liners can easily be weaved into adorable strings of homemade garland. This is such a great way to rid your pantry of unused items and fashion something stylish…
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Added by Something Green on September 1, 2010 at 11:15am —
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By selecting just a few well-edited accents, any hostess can create a party that is equally earthy and sophisticated. Natural wood accents, such as those pictured below, serve as
unexpected, textural trivets while large potted herbs steal the
spotlight as naturally stylish centerpieces. Trying to conserve paper?
Consider neatly writing guests’ names on natural flat surfaces, such as
smooth river rocks.
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Added by Something Green on August 31, 2010 at 12:26pm —
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Offer your guests a stylish (and eco) choice post-dinner by arranging reclaimed mason jars filled with varieties of organic teas around each table. To keep things custom, create colorful, one-of-a-kind tags for each bag.…
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Added by Something Green on August 30, 2010 at 10:41am —
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Stainless steel tubs not your style? The next time you’re in need of creative storage solutions to house cold beverages make a point to look for unexpected reusable objects, such as this shabby chic tub, which functions as an adorable cooler for an outdoor event.…
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Added by Something Green on August 26, 2010 at 10:55am —
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We love the simplistic beauty found in a collection of assorted glass canisters. Whether you choose to display bottles in the same color family or to collect a mixture of jewel-toned pieces, the final look is certain to be one of modern sophistication. Before tossing used bottles or jars give them a second life. Does their color or shape make…
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Added by Something Green on August 25, 2010 at 10:14am —
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Hosting an affair in your favorite big city? Create your own modern eco cityscape on every table. Reused aluminum cans are the perfect vessels for the project. Begin by washing cans with warm, soapy water and allow them to fully air dry. For a skyscraper-feel, create a pattern of organized holes on all sides of each can. A non-petroleum-based…
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Added by Something Green on August 24, 2010 at 1:08pm —
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