Posts Tagged Green Events
Tuesday, May 18th, 2010
While in the Philippines we were invited to visit the über luxurious Shangri la Boracay. It was a jaw dropping property boasting one of the most beautiful beaches I’ve ever seen. But I digress. The reason I mention this resort is not because of the stunning rooms or views (I’ll talk about this another day), but instead it’s for their amazing attention to detail. Specifically…what they did with sand.
I stumbled upon two great ideas that would be so easy to steal for an event. The first was a sand-topped table display with a pretty border hand traced into the sand. I thought this would be so beautiful as an inexpensive tabletop idea (but if you’re thinking of also eating off of these tables, you’ll want to add a glass top…to avoid gritty chicken ;).
The second idea sat inconspicuously outside of the hotel elevators. Imprinted in the sand of an ashtray was the resort’s logo. Simple, simple, simple – yet really smart.
The last idea I came across wasn’t from Shangri la. It was something I found on the Ellerslie Four Play blog and shows a standard illuminated table decorated with a sand design. It’s a really creative (and inexpensive) way of converting a basic rental item into something quite extraordinary.
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Public Pie brings street eats to a whole new level. Imagine going for a walk and smelling the divine scent of home baked apple pie. Even better, imagine being able to buy one of these goodies…yum! (via Notcot)
These adorable Seed Bombs have been featured in Harper’s Bazaar, Vogue, House Beautiful, Woman’s Day, Design*Sponge, and Lonny Magazine! They are carried by several boutiques and most recently Anthropologie has been added to the list! It’s been amazing watching a mom & pop transform their operations to ramp up production. More importantly, wouldn’t these be wonderful give-aways for a spring event? (via VisuaLingual)
I’m in love with how La Pâtisserie des Rêves, a Parisian patisserie, displays their creations. Instead of a gaggle of pastries being locked behind cases and obstructed by sneeze guards, each item is highlighted under its own glass encasement. Doesn’t it make every dessert look so special. (via Cool Hunting)
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When skies are grey and the weather is minus 30 (with the wind chill), nothing warms the cockles of my heart quite like a Rebecca Thuss photograph. And here I sit, in front of my computer, with a hot mug of cocoa, a cable knit throw around my shoulders and warm booties on my feet, drooling over photo after photo. Visions of sugar plums dance in my head.
Clockwise from top left .
. Take this scintillating petits fours creation. So brilliant…and simple.
. Oh how I would love to attend an event with a cigar tray filled with hand-made, old fashioned confections.
. There’s such a huge trend towards old-school paper decor. And I love the next two images. They would make such a stunning backdrop…
. Nothing says ‘let’s party’ like an eclectic tablescape in vibrant hues.
. And last, but not least…the modern wedding arch? Aaaah.
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Looking for a unique way to let your guests strut their stuff? Catwalk is a modular steel, clean rectilinear walkway available through MINIMIS.
It’s available in 2′ x 2′, 2′ x 4′ or 4′ x 4′ modules and comes in 3 different finishes: IPÉ (sustainable Brazilian hardwood), Massaranduba (a sustainable Brazilian hardwood), or illuminated white panels. A 4th option will be released soon…a programmable RGB LED array.
To get pricing information, contact:
MINIMIS
2008 RIVERVIEW ST
AUSTIN, TX 78702
USA
V +1 512 212 1294
F +1 512 692 9809
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I just love these precious lavender dryer sachets via etsy. They would make the most delightful gifts / giveaways. An eco-friendly option (at least for those who still use a dryer) and very elegant…and only $8.00 for a set of 3.
Each sachet:
♥ will scent approximately 10 loads of laundry.
♥ has a generous 1/2 cup of lavender buds in each one.
♥ is made from reclaimed (and thoroughly cleaned) fabrics that have been tested for color-fastness and durability.
♥ double-stitched edges for durability — no escaping buds in your dryer!
♥ measures 7 inches by 4.25 inches (17.8 cm by 10.8 cm.)
Once a sachet’s scent begins to fade, you don’t have to throw it away! They still smell lovely, and would lightly scent a drawer or small closet. Or, you can recharge the scent with a few drops of lavender essential oil, and continue to use them in your dryer.
To purchase: Click here
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In the case of Adidas, the shoe becomes the tree:-) I just thought this was too cool not to share…Living plant walls at its finest.
via Shape+Colour
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Check out this line of eco-friendly fashions by BC-based Elroy Apparel…Because there’s nothing better than looking eco-fabulous at your next event!
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