My friend is all about the environment, organic foods and living her
life green. For her 50th birthday party I invited the girls to an eco-friendly green
party. I incorporated many of the ideas from the Giving A Green Party checklist, even
making gift suggestion to guests. Everyone took home a personally decorated herb pot
along with a favorite herb. Even those with limited growing capabilities came away with
a ‘green’ thumb.
Invitations:
Printed on 100% recycled paper with vegetable inks
Electronic invitations
Party supplies and decorations:
Biodegradable cups (made from corn), plates (made from sugar cane paper) and utensils (made from plant starch)
Use dishes and utensils you already have
Rent supplies and decorations
Second hand stores for decorations (cloth napkins and tablecloths)
Potted plants and herbs for decorations
Flowers from your garden for the table centerpiece
Activities:
Organize a beautification project at a nearby park or senior home.
Use organic paints to create herb pots; then plant the herb of choice
Gift suggestion list for guests:
Organic undyed linen or cotton clothing
Second hand items like books, baskets, crystal serving dishes, etc.
Home baked treats made from organic food ingredients
Organic bedding
Fruit basket of fruits locally grown without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers
Contributions to favorite ‘green’ charity group
Live plants
Locally manufactured items
Organic foods and drinks
Food:
Fresh foods from organic local gardens Tip: Search the internet for organic recipes for salads, sandwiches. soups and appetizers
Drink:
Organic teas
Fresh lemonade with herbs
Organic beer or wine
Organic, fair trade coffees
Beverages in recyclable containers
Music:
Put together a soundtrack of earthy sounds like “I need to wake up” (Etheridge) and “Let the River Run” (Simon)
