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Relax This Winter Holiday Season

Heather — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 02:13:32 +0000

In the states, the day after Thanksgiving is known as Black Friday, the busiest shopping day of the year. This year, take it easy; spend time at home relaxing with family and friends. Read more about the international campaign to curb consumption, Buy Nothing Day.

Also check out ☃ Simplify the Holidays for more ideas to help create a fun, festive, relaxed winter holiday season.

And if you’re looking for thoughtful personalized gifts to share with your loved ones, try some Homemade Gifts.

Then wrap them responsibly with Reusable Bags/Cloth Wraps. Each year billions of plastic bags end up as litter; reusable bags, such as furoshiki can help reduce the impact to our environment. Its versatility allows you to wrap almost anything regardless of its shape or size.

Have a wonderful winter!

Happy Holidays!!

Heather — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 20:58:28 +0000

Furoshiki: Sustainable Gift Wrap

Heather — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 02:36:55 +0000

Pronounced something like “f’-ROHSH-kee”, furoshiki originates from Japanese culture and promotes caring for the environment and reducing waste; Furoshiki is the eco-friendly wrapping cloth. Using techniques similar to origami, it can be used for gift wrapping, grocery shopping or simply as decor. Cloths can also be tied up in various ways to make an “instant bag.” Choose from a wide variety of sizes and designs to complement your lifestyle.

Why furoshiki? It is reusable and multipurpose. Each year billions of plastic bags end up as litter; reusable bags, such as furoshiki can help reduce the impact to our environment. Its versatility allows you to wrap almost anything regardless of its shape or size.

Check out Furoshiki: Sustainable Gift Wrap for instruction and cloths.

Homemade Gifts for the Holidays

Heather — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 14:19:00 +0000

With the holidays right around the corner, there is no better time than now to start planning any homemade holiday gifts you would like to make this year. Nothing captures the spirit of the holidays like a unique gift that’s been made with care and love. With a chance to stay away from the crowded malls you might just find yourself with extra holiday spirit – and cash, too – to take you into the new year. And wouldn’t that be nice.

Check out Gifts From the Heart for DIY gifts and crafts.

Simplify the Holidays

Heather — Sat, 15 Nov 2008 19:08:25 +0000

It’s so easy to get caught up in the hectic shopping season during the holidays, that often the true meanings of Thanksgiving, Christmas and other winter celebrations get lost. Here are a few ideas to help us all slow down, relax and enjoy the spirit of gratitude and giving this season. Some ideas include “greener” or more personal and meaningful gift options, ways to create new or get back to traditional holiday celebrations that focus on spending quality time with family and friends, and just making time during the season for yourself and perhaps serving others who are not as fortunate.

Check out Simplify the Holidays for ideas and tips for the coming season.