Plover Organic Sample Sale

We’ve written about Plover Organic in the past. We adore their colorful vintage-inspired table linens, which are beautiful (and affordable enough) for casual entertaining; however, we also adore the company’s environmental commitment (Plover Organic uses 100% organic cotton, low-impact, fiber reactive dyes and meets Fair Labor regulations).

From August 4^th through August 6^th Plover Organic will be having a HUGE online sample sale. For three days, all non-sale items on the company’s site will be 50% off! In addition, 1% of all proceeds will be donated to the National Wildlife Federation to help aid clean up efforts in the gulf.

Photo: Plover Organic

Fruit Favors

Give your guests something sweet at your next get together. Instead of a candy bar, arrange individual bags of organic cherries or any other variety of local and/or organic seasonal fruit for guests to pick up and enjoy on their way out of the party. They’ll be grateful for a healthy, yet sweet, snack.

Photo: Martha Stewart

The Garden Collection

H&M’s new Garden Collection proves that sustainable fashion can be stylish. The new collection, released just in time for spring, is made with environmentally adapted materials like recycled polyesters, organic cotton and organic linen. Available at H&M stores nationwide, the collection includes a range of warm weather separates, as well as on-trend accessories such as silky scarves and headbands. We especially love the many affordable party-worthy dresses, as pictured below.

Photos: The Garden Collection

Making a Comeback: Cloth Napkins

Growing up, cloth napkins were always reserved for special occasions in my home. However, today, as more consumers are making an effort to reduce their daily waste, cloth napkins are making a pretty noticeable comeback. When shopping for décor for your next event, opt out of paper napkins and instead look for cloth napkins, tablecloths and table runners that are made from organic cotton and eco-friendly, low-impact dyes.

Photos: Plover Organics & Bambeco & Etsy

Eco-Couture Gowns

For many women, the thought of hemp and bamboo-based fabrics summons far too many images of a college dorm room. However, contemporary designers are beginning to incorporate these and other eco-friendly fabrics into their lines. One such designer is Adele Wechsler. This Toronto-based designer boasts three collections (and a fourth on the way) of “eco couture” bridal gowns that are made using certified organic hemp, vegetable dyed silks and remnant fabrics. Despite their eco-status, the gowns still embrace the luxury and ornate design of most other dresses though do so in a conscious way that will make any bride feel proud while walking down the aisle. 

Photos: Adele Wechsler

A Sweet Parting: Organic and All-Natural Candies

Send your guests away from your big event with a little something to help satisfy their sweet tooth. Many candy companies now carry organic and all-natural lines of chocolates, hard candies and gummies that will make inexpensive favors for any special event. One company in particular is Sweet Botanicals. Sweet Botanicals specializes in confections that are free from added preservatives and instead rely on pure plant extracts to give their candies beautiful colors and unique tastes. In addition to their hard candies, which are uniquely shaped thanks to the use of antique candy molds, the company also offers sour jellies, candy canes, lollipops and a sugar-free line – all made using completely conscious ingredients. Set one small container of these delicious candies at each place setting. With eclectic flavors such as fennel, rose, elderberry and (my personal favorite) “hangover”, they’ll serve double duty: a small, extended thank you to each guest as well as an excellent icebreaker. 

Photos: Sweet Botanicals