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liz christy garden hat party
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wear a hat, win a prize!
so the invite for NYC’s first community garden’s–liz christy–summer party says. created in 1973 by the green guerillas, this garden pioneered the urban community garden in NYC. nestled on the corner of bowery & houston, liz christy garden had to put up a fight to remain the serene haven it [...]
queens farm museum: calling all bakers & craft-makers!
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yo’, check this out! i am beyond giddy & excited! i am entering in three categories!!!
crochet/clothing
embroidery/accessory
baking/frosted cake
wish me luck, or better yet, come on out and cheer me on
27th Annual Queens County Fair
at the Queens Farm Museum
11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday
September 19 and 20
A traditional county fair with blue ribbon competitions [...]
new amsterdam market
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this lovely non-profit is dedicated to promoting our region’s agriculture and to building a new community of purveyors, whose common goal is to pioneer environmentally and socially responsible food production.
their first market was held in October 2005, under the vaulted arcade of the New York City Municipal Building. since then, two subsequent markets were [...]
nyc wildflower week
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did anybody participate in the fun stuffs during wildflower week? do tell.
New York City native plants include mosses, ferns, grasses, sedges and rushes, wildflowers, trees, shrubs and woody vines. Over thousands of years, native plants have adapted to the climate, soils and environmental conditions of our locality. This site-specific evolution is reflected in their genetic [...]
MOMA flip-top flower
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MOMA always has some wonderfully brilliant objects. but i love how escama studio–working with fair-trade coops in brazil uses soda can flip tops to create cute brooches–consider using these for your bridal attendants instead of bouquets. make cute wristlets, chokers or add some ribbon and wear on your person. beyond the obvious recycled [...]
carved in stone
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looking for a two birds with one stone solution for your event place cards/favors?
check out these sweet personalized carved stones. a perfect complement to a river bed barn wedding or the zen inspired luncheon, these make elegant gifts while doing double duty. an eco-inspired goodie they surely will find use for–even if just to [...]
sweetheart craft
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get ready. valentine’s day is just around the corner. we’re gonna have some fun, heartfelt crafts coming your way, so get ready to let your love shine.
to start us off….this kayte terry smelly good sachet from craft stylish.
check it.
last minute recycled holiday craft
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this super easy craft, shown here by fellow HWTM finalist–erin godbey, is an quick & fun way to put up some last ditch holiday decorations. and you’ll be recycling!
i’ve seen them out of straight newspaper, but i really love how she color coordinated papers for the different trees. you could go monochromatic or [...]
sustainable nyc store
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sustainable nyc has some new swanky digs. they’ve moved up the block to where alt.cafe used to reside and given the place a much needed cleaning.
this larger new space definitely gives them room to grow & showcase their wonderful eco-friendly products. they’re even working on a DIY crafts area for local eco-artists to [...]
ahh, a nice hot bath
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remember when you were little & made the obligatory volcano that erupted when you added vinegar to it?
well, same science applied to more indulgent pursuits. imagine your nice hot bath erupting into tickly aromatherapy bubbles instead! drop one or two of these little explosions into the water, lay back & enjoy the [...]
