April 22 is Earth Day. This worldwide event, first celebrated in 1970, shows support for environmental protection and action to save our planet.
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In honor of Earth Day, here are some ideas that you can incorporate into your wedding, (regardless of your wedding date):
Limit the number of glasses used by your guests
It takes water and other resources to wash glasses to keep them available for your guests. Save these precious resources by having each guest only use one glass. Put a sign at the bar so your guests will know to hold on to their glass, and put a cute little tag for guests to write their names on it so they can identify their glass throughout the evening.
Give edible favors
When it comes to favors most wedding planners and wedding guests will agree that edible is best. While personalized coasters or bottle openers or some other little tchotchkes are fun and creative, the type of favor that will actually be used by your guests are the kind that they can eat.
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Repurpose “Trash” into beautiful wedding decor
The old saying “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” certainly holds true for wedding decorations and accessories.
– Turn old light bulbs into hanging flower containers, terrariums, or wrap with twine for a rustic look
– Instead of using flowers, create a bouquet out of brooches or buttons
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– Flowers or other decor can be made from pages of old books
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– Paint old food cans and use as vases
– Instead of favors, make a donation to The Carbon Fund
CarbonFund.org has many projects, including Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency & Carbon Credits, and Reforestation projects.
There are many more eco-friendly wedding tips, from your invitations to your food and beverages.
What other Earth Day ideas do you have? Let me know in the comments below?
Hearts, Joy, Love!
Jean
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I like the idea of not having wedding favors and doing a donation instead! Great tips 🙂
Thanks. I have seen too many times where guests leave the favors at the reception. Edible favors are a big hit, (and almost always used by the guests). A donation ensures that guests leave nothing left behind, and that the couples wedding budget has been wisely spent.