I, personally, do not consider myself a green person...maybe closer to an aquamarine but I am trying. I don't know when I became environmentally conscious but it wasn't until I visited my family that I realized how far I've come (whole other story). One day it's a water bottle, next thing you know I'm learning to make solar panels. (No joke!) I understand it's pretty unrealistic to ask someone to change 100% no matter how benevolent the outcome. And tho, it true, that these things take time and commitment, every little bit counts. No matter how small, it matters. No matter how long, it's shorter than never. Do your part. Take baby steps or snail pace but a mini start will lead to great changes in years to come.
Small changes, big results. I believe in you!
1. Recycle.
2. Plant a tree.
3. Buy locally.
5. Showers instead of baths. Or shower with a friend. :)
6. Use re-usable shopping bag and recycle/avoid plastic bags.
7. Air dry your clothes.
8. Unplug unused electronics
9. Use CFL (compact fluorescent bulbs)
10. Wash clothes in cold water; use biodegradable detergents that are manufactured for this use.
11. Take public transportation.
12. Carpool
13. Bike.
14. Walk.
15. Buy Energy Star appliances.
16. Buy energy efficient cars.
That's all I can think of but I can pull many many links for you if you like. Go ahead, dare me.
For our green brides to be, here's a post from theknot.com. Green Weddings: Your Eco-friendly Wedding Guide
Monday, April 19, 2010
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Happy Easter!
The weather in NY is amazing and made for egg hunting! Hope everyone is enjoying Easter today.
Wedding Cake Inspirations
Details, details.
This one may look simple at first but take a closer look at the details.
Monday, March 1, 2010
Its all about Ewe
We've been preparing for this Ewe themed baby shower for quite a few weeks now. Finally narrowing it down to a pastel green color scheme since the mother isn't a pink kinda gal. The pre-ordered invitation had a sweet little ewe on it so we just ran with it. We wanted this co-ed shower to be fun and entertaining so we set up 2 task stations where guests can keep busy and still mingle while the rest of the guests arrives. After completing the tasks, they got a raffle ticket for a prize drawing.
In the first station, we asked guests to give advice to the new parents by signing these cute onesies we created and then we hung them up on clothesline as decoration. This way everyone can view and share the advice. In the second station, guests were asked to sign diapers. When the diapers are used later, the couple will be delighted to see the different comments from their friends and family.
Name tags for the guests
Delicious cake from Sugar Sweet Sunshine
Red Velvet cake with chocolate almond buttercream
soo good.
Favor were done by special request from a friend at Essential Catering
These hazelnut cupcakes were so scrumptious. I drool.
These tissue Ewes were so fun to make and such a sight, I was tempted to make a mini version as a mobile for the baby.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Gift of life
Here's an announcement we did this week, inspired by d*lish studio. We couldn't resist the sweet design to help introduce my new baby niece.
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Happy Valentines.
Valentines gets a bad rep. When people say its a holiday for the commercialism, I say to those people, it's an easy way out of making an effort. No one is telling you to buy cards and candies and flowers or whatever. It's a day to say I love you to the people you care about. Don't be a Valentine scrooge. You can do it anyway you like, a simple gesture, a sincere hug and kiss, a show of appreciation, a reminder however big or small. Happy Valentine, won't you be mine?
Saturday, February 13, 2010
Happy Lunar New Year!
Anyone who knows me knows that I love LOVE holidays. It's exactly the reason why I'm in this business. I love celebrating. I love parties. I love people getting together and creating good times.
That said, Lunar New Year is one of my fav. Just to share a bit of how fabulous we Chinese can party it up, here's a little bit of history for you. It's a 15 day celebration that involves families, friends,sticky cakes, lucky candy, temples, new clothes, red packets, fireworks, dragon dance, food, thanksgiving, gifts, togetherness tray, pomelos, tangerines, lantern parades, pistachios, parties, Tiger!, I can go on and on. If you are curious to find out more this is a pretty good site read more on Chinese New Year.
2010 is the Year of the Tiger. It's said that babies born during this year will take on some characteristic of the courageous Tiger.
Dragon dancing and firecrackers are to scare away all the evils for the coming year.
New and festive decoration to bring luck, health and prosperity
Togetherness trays to welcome the many guest who will visit your home and wish you the best
Lantern festival and parade held on the last day marks the end of Chinese New Year celebrations
Check out this card we were asked to make especially for Lunar New Year.
Wish everyone have a fantastic Year of the Tiger!
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