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Parsley Pesto Dressing Recipe Using Herbs Grown From Seed Paper May 16, 2012

Kirsten Gum is known for her adventures in travelling the world on The Travel Channel. She's been all over the place!

So we were honoured when Kirsten approached Botanical PaperWorks about work with her on her latest adventure - Experience Raw. You see, Kirsten is also a Gourmet Raw Food Chef, and uses her travels to share techniques, equipment and recipes that all help to contribute to healthy raw food lifestyle.

Kristen chose to use our Plantable Flavorful Memories Herb Favor for a special "Paper to Plate" series of cooking lessons in various cities across North America. Not only to encourage raw cooking, but to show how great it can be to plant your own herbs to cook with. We couldn't agree more!

So here's where you get to benefit from our partnership with Kirsten. Kirsten was kind enough to put together a recipe for you! Take a look at the video above, as Kirsten shows us how to use herbs grown from seed paper to make a delicious Vegan Parsley Pesto Dressing.

Want to try to make it yourself? You should, it's so good! If you didn't catch all the ingredients in the video, that's okay - download the free recipe card right here! And if you want to send a sample of what you make our way…we won't mind…

Bon appétit!
 

Celebrate Grads With Plantable Graduation Favors May 14, 2012

Graduation time is right around the corner, and it's pretty easy to feel the buzz in the air. Here at Botanical PaperWorks' headquarters, we're right around the corner from a whole bunch of popular graduation convocation spots, and in just over a month, if we listen really closely, we're pretty sure we'll almost able to hear the collective sniffles, gasps, and shutter clicks as those auditoriums are packed with parents watching their kids grow up.

If this sounds at all familiar to you, or something that you're getting ready for - then you might also be planning a party to celebrate that grad you love. After all, it's a great reason to celebrate! Whether you're part of a larger planning committee, or planning a smaller shindig of your own, we wanted to show you our plantable graduation favors.

Plantable graduation favours are a wonderfully eco-friendly way to both celebrate a graduate, and to thank all of your guests for attending at the same time. Where else can you give a bunch of people flowers for less than a dollar per person?

Because these graduation favours can be easily customized with your own special message, they really go a long way to giving your graduation party an extra personal touch. Does your special grad have a favorite color, or a school color to match to? With plenty of seed paper colors to choose from, we're sure you'll find just the right one.

So go ahead, take a look! Your grad is sure to appreciate how thoughtful and personal these graduation favors are, and your guests will love the special keepsake that comes with the added promise of flowers too.

Want some more great gift ideas? Take a look at our Green Gifts Guide! It's full of thoughtful and eco-friendly gifts ideas for just about anyone on your list.

New Fresh Flowers Plantable Stationery Collection May 11, 2012

Happy Friday everyone! We hope you've had a great week, we sure have!

It wasn't too long ago that we introduced you to the Fresh Flowers Plantable Thank You Card Set, and the response has been overwhelming. Even the editors of InStyle took note of this stylish set!

And you know what? We love it too. So today, we are very excited to tell you that we've just created an entirely new plantable stationery collection from those beautiful red floral designs.

Let's take a look at the individual pieces, starting with the Fresh Flowers Plantable Pocket Notebooks. These great little books are so handy, and the perfect size to keep just about anywhere. And when they're full, just plant the seed paper cover and they'll grow wildflowers too!

If you're looking for something a little bigger to write in, you should take a look at the Fresh Flowers Coil Bound Plantable Journal. There's plenty of pages, and an extra-thick cardboard backing that makes it so easy to write, no matter where you are. What makes this journal extra eco-friendly is that the inside pages and the backing are both made with 100% post-consumer materials. And of course, you can't forget about the cover that's made with plantable paper!

Want to send a greeting to a friend? If you're sending a thanks, take a look at the original Fresh Flowers Plantable Thank You Cards set. For any other greetings, check out the Fresh Flowers Plantable Postcards Set. Printed on seed paper, the lucky recipient can plant it once the note is read. They're a great way to send flowers AND a nice note in the mail!

And last but not least, there's the Fresh Flowers Plantable Notepad. The coil binding and blank pages inside make it perfect for doodles, lists, and keeping track of pretty much anything. And the seed paper cover? It grows flowers, of course! A beautiful reward for being so darn organized.

So there you have it! A brand new plantable stationery collection. What do you think? Which piece is your favourite?

Have a great weekend!

SavvySugar Selects Plantable Journals as a Way to Brighten Your May May 10, 2012

If you've never heard of the popsugar family of websites, you should definitely give them a look. They are absolutely packed with all sorts of great information, everything from fashion to healthy living, tips for moms and families, and a personal favorite of mine, celebrity gossip and pop culture goings-on.

SavvySugar is a site devoted to all things career and money. Work-life balance, productivity, travel - everything! It's yet another great resource they offer. So we were extremely happy when we came across our own plantable journals in their list of 9 Ways to Brighten Your May, in their ongoing articles about How to Be Happy at Work.

SavvySugar appreciated the plantable journal's eco-friendliness, and suggested them as a great way to motivate creativity and peace. And the wildflowers it will grow from the seed paper? They loved that too, as well as their symbolism of your own personal growth.

That's enough about us though, be sure to take a look at the rest of the article too. SavvySugar has put together 10 really wonderful suggestions to brighten your day at work!

Tips for Planning an Eco-Friendly Wedding from Huffpost Weddings May 8, 2012

We love Huffpost Weddings. Whether you're a bride, guest, or simply just interested in anything wedding-related, it's a great resource. Which is why when we saw their article full of tips on planning your dream eco-chic wedding, we just had to share!

Of course they recommend plantable wedding invitations and plantable save the date cards, but they also have so many other great suggestions, from attire to photography, jewelry and more. Go ahead, take a look.

She {hearts} It Reviews Botanical PaperWorks May 2, 2012

A big thanks goes out today to blogger Aliesha, who writes for the popular blog She {Hearts} It. Aliesha wrote a wonderfully kind review of our plantable stationery and bunch of our other seed paper products after using a Bright Bouquet plantable cards set. Not to put words in Aliesha's mouth, but we'll just put it out there that we think her friends should probably prepare some room in their flower gardens for wildflowers!

Be sure to pop over there to She {hearts} It, and take a peek to see what some of her favorites were. And while you're there - be sure to enter in her draw for a bunch of goodies from the Bright Bouquet plantable stationery collection!
 

Mother's Day Free Printables Download April 30, 2012

The other day we showed you some of our new plantable Mother's Day cards and other Mother's Day gift ideas.

Today, for those of you that are looking for an added DIY project to your Mother's Day gift, we thought you might enjoy this free downloadable sheet of Mother's Day printables. Take a look, it's been designed based on our Bright Bouquet Plantable Stationery Collection!

On this sheet you'll find flags (great for adding as a cupcake topper, or in a potted plant like we've done), tags, special Mother's Day coupons, and for that special added touch (for breakfast in bed, maybe?), we've even included a tea bag tag!

Of course we recommend printing this on seed paper for an extra-special DIY project that will give your mom flowers, too. What could be better?

New Plantable Mother's Day Cards April 27, 2012

Mother's Day is just around the corner on May 13, and I don't know about you - but I don't want to be leaving my shopping until the last minute. To help you avoid the last minute rush too, we thought we'd point you in the direction of a few seed paper gift ideas that are great for mom on Mother's Day (or any day!).

You can't go wrong with a plantable Mother's Day card - and we've just added 6 new plantable card designs to our selection. From the pun-filled I Love You Berry Much Plantable Card, to the simple I Love You Plantable Card, not only will mom appreciate your thoughtful message inside, but she's sure to appreciate the flowers it will grow too. And with spring officially here, she'll be able to plant the seed paper right away!

If your mom is the note-taking kind (like so many are), why not consider getting her a pack of plantable pocket notebooks? Easily one of my favorite plantable things, these little notebooks are a great Mother's Day gift idea. They come in a pack of three, and are perfectly pocket-sized. So not only are they beautiful AND plantable, but there's a few of them! So keeping one on hand almost anywhere is really easy and convenient. With so many designs to choose from, you're sure to see at least one that's perfect for your mom.

If mom needs a little more writing space, maybe for spring garden planning or just diarizing her day-to-day, plantable journals are a wonderful Mother's Day gift idea. Once she's done with the journal, she can plant the cover. The growing wildflowers it grows will be a lovely reminder of your thoughtful gift!

Go ahead, take a look around! With so many plantable stationery items to choose from, we'll sure you'll find that perfect Mother's Day gift that your mom is going to love.