Trees for Books

At a local Barnes & Noble.

With so much information available on the internet and the terrible amount of trees and energy to make a box of books, does anyone else find it painfully ironic that there are so many out there on the subject of being green? It's encouraging to see so much hype, but at some point does too much add negativity to the scene? Are the authors truly well-intended or simply profit mongers, taking financial advantage of a trend?

We took some time to flip through many of the publications on the table and weren't sold on any single piece; again, because so much info is on the 'net. Seriously, people. Now if one were to break down and purchase one, "EcoDogs" should be tops on your list (is this contradictory or what?). The authors have great insight into to greenifying a dog's life; including safer bathing, healthier diet, and toys with fewer chemical byproduct. They provide a complete, but not overwhelming, list of resources in the back and was honestly, the prettiest book in the stack. Can't beat that, right? Really, how cute would this be on your coffee table? It screams, "I'm cool and hip and if I could do it without getting arrested, I'd slash the tires of your stupid looking Hummer. Honestly, you're stupid in the head for buying that car."


One method of justifying book purchases is to regift the ones you've already read/loved or the ones you just haven't read yet! There are so many people in your life that have similar interests as you; why wouldn't they love the same books you've selected for yourself? All gifts and care packages from here on out should include at least one book or magazine the recipient will adore!

Happy wrapping.

Erin Ruth is eco-happy!

Erin Ruth throws her fun/graphic patterns onto 50% recycled paper to make astonishingly luxe wrapping paper available to both wholesalers and the general public. The modern color palette is vibrant and incredibly non-hemp looking; yay for advancement in recycling! She promises to provide a "silk finish for an ultra-luxurious feel"....makes for easily and professionally achieving those ever-evasive, crisp corners on beautiful packages and gifts. A surefire way to wow the crowd at the next bridal shower or birthday party! Remember, it's fun to spread eco-happiness. What better way than letting folks know you're being green even in your gift-wrapping? Chic AND environmentally friendly, you guys.

Try using her notecards to invite folks to an event somewhere equally glam (say, the Viceroy Hotel in Santa Monica) and provide mini-packages wrapped in Hannah/Felicity papers and some chic shiny or heavily textured ribbon. V. Hollywood Regency. We're also digging the idea of wrapping cork boards with the paper and hanging them along an office or kitchen wall -- add some inspiring magazine clippings or your fave recipes and BAM, personalized style.

24"x36" sheets for $4.50 or a roll of two sheets for $9 (duh, simply math, right?) @ erinruth.com or on etsy.