The RELOVEIT Party!

Wondering what to celebrate in March? Need a reason to get together? How about hosting a RELOVEIT party? We've been doing the 3 Rs for so long, its time to add another R. Inspired by blog reader, Michelle, I thought this month's challenge would be loads of fun...

Gather a group of friends together and have each person bring something from their home that was onced loved but perhaps is no longer needed or just doesn't have a space anymore at home. Organize the event so that, at the end, each person goes home with a new item.Without shopping, spending money and using up new resources, you get to have something new for your home. ( And maybe even a little story to go with it!)



* Think of a theme for your event and serve organic foods

* Exchange DVDS, housewares, clothing, wedding gifts, birthday gifts etc, get creative!

* Donate any unwanted items

* Send me your ideas to inspire others.



And, most of all, have fun!!

Buy better

Our economic situation is bad news for many but I'm sure Mother Nature is rejoicing in it! With the economy slowing down so is the production of all the unneeded stuff that we rush to buy on sale just before Christmas. Let's take advantage of this time to turn the tides on the products we buy. When you are shopping this Christmas, choose to buy from companies that sell green, promote green and practice green. Let's show businesses that we support those who make a difference and see them succeed over those who don't. Wouldn't it be nice to see a Whole Foods open up where a big box store closed down?!
When choosing your holiday gifts, think a little before you buy.
Check out the websites to the right for ideas on businesses who care about the earth, from wooden toy makers to organic wine. May your holidays be green and bright!
Have a merry Christmas!!

JANUARY Challenge
* Make a green New Year's resolution and add it to our comments or send me an email!!
If you need some ideas, check out the previous challenges below.

Happy New Year!