Want to convert your eco-laggard friends to a more sustainable lifestyle? How about hosting a green party they’ll never forget?
Start the party off with a clothing or “used stuff” swap and let people know in advance to bring their gently used items. Watch everyone mix and mingle with very minimal effort on your part.Get cheeky on the invite about appropriate party attire: homemade, second hand, hemp or organic cotton only! Next, make sure all party offerings are sourced locally, contain no harmful chemicals, and are 100% post-consumer content. Veggie platter? Get an assortment from your farmer’s market. Hand soap in the bathroom? Choose an all-natural product. Toilet paper? Only 100% recycled tissue paper.
Now don’t forget about lighting and décor. Set the mood with beeswax candles, and LED or CFL bulbs where necessary. Choosing not to buy party streamers and balloons is simple when you can create your own party décor by reusing materials you already have in your own home.
Managing waste is important to the success of a green party; garbage, recycling, and compost bins must be marked clearly for guests. When it comes to serving all your fantastic foods, use your reusable cups and dishes first. As a backup plan, buy disposable cups and dishes made from 100% recycled cardboard, or cutlery and other products made of corn which are compostable.
Now, relax and toast to a green season with a glass from your local winery or brewery. Cheers!
Helpful tip: To keep people from opening and closing the fridge all night, cool drinks in buckets filled with ice.
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