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This weekend, we're getting ready for the holidays by making plantable seeded pillow boxes! This is an easy, DIY craft that gives the gift of flowers in a completed recyclable package because the seed paper grows wildflowers when you plant it. Forget creating tons of paper waste this holiday season; grow flowers instead!
Instructions and a free downloadable template are available here: Make Your Own Pillow Boxes.
Handmade seed paper is available here: Buy plantable seed paper
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For all Winnipegers and Manitobans, I just received word of an upcoming conference to be held on Tue, Oct. 23, 2007 at the Fort Garry Hotel. Called Manitoba's Green Future, A Dialogue on Climate Change Action and Greening our Economy, it promises to be an important event. Registration is $60, so please consider attending!
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It is good to collect things, but better to go on walks. Anatole France
I took note of this saying because it captures that process of release and clarity that comes from going for a walk. I love getting away from my office to go for a walk, and these days with the crunchy Fall leaves, it seems like an excellent time for personal reflection and clarity seeking.
That's also why I'm drawn to journaling. Journaling gives me the chance to work out my thoughts on paper and to go back and review where I've come from. I write in a number of different journals, including a Moleskine for jots on the go and prototypes of our new Think & Write & Grow Journals.
Steven Covey in First Things First writes about the impact journaling can have on nurturing self-awareness. There's nothing like looking back on entries from six months ago to gain some insight into struggles and successes in life!
While we were researching and preparing to launch the Think & Write & Grow Journals, I polled two dozen friends and acquaintances to understand their journal-buying behavior. I was thrilled to find out how many people give journals as gifts. What a wonderful gift to give!
If you're wanting to get into journaling, read this article on how to get started. And don't forget to get yourself an awesome journal to write in!
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One of my favorite new products in the 2008 Designer Series of stationery is this Plantable Eco-Calendar. There are so many cool things about it:
The idea for this calendar was rattling around in my brain since January of 2006. Yikes! That's way too long for a good idea to be trapped. It wasn't until I met with Kal and shared this idea that she was able to release the idea and make it happen. And here it is.
Don't forget that the calendar is being printing in a limited run, so please order yours early. We don't want you to be disappointed!
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It's here - the 2008 Designer Series of plantable stationery! Designed by Kal Barteski, this new line is innovative, beautiful and 100% recycled/recyclable. The collection includes:
I'll be writing more about each item during these next weeks, including an insider's look at the design process including how each product came to be.
There are limited quantities of each product available, so don't hesitate...start shopping now!
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