The one concrete thing I’ve been thinking about (and actively changing) is my impact on the environment.  I’ll admit,  I haven’t completely given my life an eco makeover, I do still own and drive a car and my house doesn’t have solar panels,  but I have made some small steps to lessen my footprint.  I’ve started walking when I can instead of driving, recycling more, leaving the lights on less, all things that are simple and easy.

My new favorite good for the environment routine?  Buying Eco-friendly personalized stationery.  My friends and family always compliment me on the thank you notes, invitations and other special notes I send them and I’m really excited to transition all of my stationery needs to completely recycled papers.  Even my personal notes for leaving around the house are making the switch to eco-friendly.

Thanks to giftsin24.com I don’t have to sacrifice any of my favorites like monogrammed notes, or banner cards.  I can still send wonderful personalized notes, but now I can do it with the comfort that it’s all 100% recycled paper.  There’s no sacrificing quality either, the switch to eco-friendly notes was stress-free.  All of the eco-friendly stationery is triple thick and comes in a gorgeous sandstone brown color.

There’s always something easy that can be done to prepare and make the future better, my personal favorite comes from my love for sending personalized stationery.  I’m looking forward to getting my first batch of personalized eco-friendly notes out to my friends and family.  Maybe I can even convert a few of them.

This month make a point to educate people about keeping our environment beautiful and reducing the affects of forest destruction.  Implement our recyclable paper products in your life and reduce consumption of processed wood products. Prevent litter, reduce waste and nurture and preserve what is left of our natural landscapes. They are an integral part of creating oxygen and recycling water. We offer 12 Personalized Eco Notepads and Notepad Stationery Collections stamped with your name or initials.  They’ll come in handy for all the ways you get and give information. Anthony and Executive Eco 7 along with Classic Cotton Memo Squares are a few ways that change your consumption and how you view the environment. Explore our eco friendly world.



Send a personal message off in one of our personalized notes and let them know exactly what’s on your mind, your future agenda. Saying I love you, hello, where’ve you been has really never gone out of style but a perfectly picturesque note hasn’t been a high priority. An email is always easier, no strings attached. Nowadays it’s a great way of keeping the music playing. Our personalized  notes are made of sumptuous paper with alluring raised ink borders, monograms and one of a kind embossing, all the ways you keep music playing with all the most important people in your lives. Personalized one Line Notes, Bordered, Monogram, Caprice, Scroll Delicate, California and Paris Monogram Notes offer special options for sending a message in style. For all the ways you’re happy being you and for all the ways you connect to special people in your lives. Supporting Emails only make the message stronger.

Making a difference in your personal and professional relationships are our number one priority. Have a choice to grow, engage, correspond and nurture with our stationery made from recycled paper just as you have a choice to cultivate all of the important people, moments, agendas, business and personal  priorities in your life.  We offer an extensive collections of recycled cards, notes, notepads, and gift enclosures that can be used to make a statement  on paper consumption and your personal stance on the issue and how that can influence  other people connected to you along the never ending chain of  of relationships that we are all apart of and we are all affected by. Mother Earth Banner,  Eco Paper Sculpture, Eco Embossed One line, Eco Capitol, Eco Edwardian, Eco Script and Eco Chancery Cards are 100% recyclable cards that will personalize your message and your stance on the environment. You make a choice by sending a personalized card because of that  relationship. Send it in recyclable paper to save our relationship with the environment. We’d like to think our cards and notes promote the best of all possibe worlds. Make the choice for the better.

The greening of education!

Heard the entire hullabaloo about pollution and its adversity? It’s a hot topic since a few years. Naturally, if the common man is experiencing the tribulations, he’s bound to get restless. But how much is it affecting? People just talk and then forget about the current issue on pollution. It isn’t their fault. There are not many ways to curb the problems since we are all at the mercy of the sci-fi encroachments. But, just by being conscious about the immediate repercussions around us will make no difference. We have to find ways to waste management before situation gets unmanageable.

‘Go Green’- save Mother Earth! If you have options to replace synthetics with biodegradable materials, implement. Implement, so that you set an example for your spawn that’s constantly imitating your actions. Introduce Eco-friendly stationery items to your children; contribute towards restoring balance in nature. Manufacturers from India and around the world come up with new, innovative, Eco-friendly stationery items. They are believed to be very artistic and beautiful. Many of them look simply trendy. Eco-centric stationery products certainly grab the attention of toddlers, grown up kids as well as adults.

The first time you introduce your pre-school child to the world of education – educate him to love and care for Mother Nature. Lay Eco-friendly pencils in his hands. These pencils are pretty much in demand today. They look marvelous and convey concern for the environment. Such writing instruments are usually made of surplus timber pieces or scrap wood, renewable plantation wood, reprocessed cardboard, recycled paper or recycled synthetics and non-toxic polymer with natural fillers. Moreover, lead is replaced with graphite, thus, making the pencils absolutely safe for the children to use. However, ‘green pencils’ made out of recycled paper are most appropriate to use. The process of manufacturing ‘greenciles’ can curb the concern of deforestation.

Writing can be fun! The makers of stationery very well know the dynamics of attracting the toddler and the young clan. So that children opt for environment-friendly pencils and leave behind the ordinary ones, the producers offer pencils that emit fragrance. They are popularly known as ‘smencils’. Sniffing fragrance of your choice teamed up with writing can be really interesting, amusing. Smencils are infused with Eco-centric fragrant liquids that further contribute in saving the planet. These scented pencils are usually made out of recycled newspapers and they sharpen just like the usual wood pencil.

The pen gourmet does not need to feel a run down. Scents are not limited to pencils only. Scented pens too, are in fashion. Scented pens are instilled with natural or artificial scents. However, the naturally scented pens are non-toxic, Eco-friendly. Scented pens are available in a variety of fragrances to charm the pen-users. Flowery scents, flavored aromas, fruity whiffs and so on. Innovations truly, have no end. ‘Aroma-writes scented pens’ depict flowery scents whenever you write. Now these varied scents produce soothing aromas that are good for your senses-they offer aromatherapy in a pen! Eco-friendly scented pens are indeed, one of the newest features available amongst writing instruments.

Happy Painting! The Eco-friendly stationery furore goes a long way. It’s not just about pens and pencils. ‘Back to school’ supply producers from around the world have Eco-centric options for art materials too. Eco-colors are very safe for toddlers and small kids. Plus, these colors do justice to our planet. Eco-friendly color pencils finger and face paints, organic paints, color crayons made of soybean and beeswax and walnut oil paints are few of the many assortment art supplies that can replace the conventional art tools. When you want to clean your paint brushes, think Eco-centric again. Because you still have an environ-friendly option – the extra mild citrus thinner that substitutes other corrosive options. Keep the planet green while you paint it with rainbow!

Paper- Safeguards Nature! Feel close to nature with handcrafted paper. The variety is innumerable, fascinating and so ethnic. In fact, manufacturing handmade paper is native to India, by and large. And now a day such crafted papers are gaining significance especially amongst people who have the knowledge about Eco-friendly stationery and also the lovers of art. Moreover, the entrepreneurs too are creating awareness about consumption of Eco-centric goods instead of products that destroy the balance in nature.

It is interesting to learn that paper can be made out of many other plant resources leaving behind the virgin trees. One of the methods of making handmade paper is cooking of jute and cotton waste, then beaten, refined, bleached and then hand-painted. Handmade papers are made out of numerous other raw materials such as kenaf -a fibrous plant related to cotton and okra, silk, flowers’ petals, husk, grass, bagasse (dried straw), wool, banana, banana fiber, hemp and rice. Think of the appearance when handmade paper can be made from such colorful raw materials! Handmade papers are gaining momentum because of its beautiful outcome after the production and this factor alone is drawing attention of a lot of Eco-fanatics around the world.

Nearly half the trees presently produced are used to make paper! How about exploiting elephant dung instead of cutting down virgin trees? There is no necessity of worrying about the dung supplies. Elephants defecate 16 times a day! Their diet is fibrous and their digestive system is not so great and they pooh about 500 pounds a day. The paper made out of elephant dung or muck is made of about 75% elephant feces and 25% recycled rice paddy, colored with non-toxic soil dyes instead of bleaches or chemical additives. The best part is, this paper does not stink at all plus it can be recycled and composted.

Innovative handcrafted papers can be used for craftwork at school, wrapping purposes. The notebooks and scrapbooks too can be handmade. The decorative Eco-friendly papers are often ornamented with peepul leaves; motifs of pressed flowers, etc. that simply bring out the magnetism that the handcrafted papers spill. Children can use this vintage papery for making crafts, origami, greeting cards, wraps and covers of books. Thus, their world of arts and crafts will be colorful and Eco-friendly.

Eco-centric papers, especially recycled ones are now a day commonly used for making notebooks, textbooks & binders. Manufacturers in India and around the world are also creating consciousness and distributing earth-friendly books.

Eco-friendly stationery, especially handmade paper faces one drawback. Since the production includes much more skill and artistry than the usual papermaking technique, the cost of the end result is a little higher than the regular ones. This pinches the pockets of the users and, handmade paper seems to be more of an expensive stationery item. But depletion of forests is a matter of concern and in midst of this critical phase, handmade paper and stationery prove to be blissful.

Ingenious ideas! Ever given a thought about Eco-friendly pen-cases? Pen cases are made of recycled car tyres to avoid using wood of virgin trees or PVC. These pen cases are ideal for school, home or office requirements. Attractive colored prints on the black surface make it look more pleasing. The car tyres that otherwise end up on landfills, are used here for handy pretty pouches large enough and smart enough to carry to school or to the office. Mouse mats too can be made out of recycled car tyres. A remark such as “I used to be a car tyre” on the pouch or the mouse-mat, further signifies environment-friendly implications.

Going back to the ancient times, glues were prepared at home- the famous flour and water solution. But as science evolved, natural substances were replaced with synthetic adhesives. However, it’s our earnest responsibility to get back the lost equilibrium in the nature by contributing as much as we can. If we can now restore synthetic adhesives with 100% vegan glues that do not contain animal or synthetic sources. Bio-adhesives bond as much as any other non-Eco-friendly adhesives do. Eco-erasers made of 100 % rubber have also replaced synthetic erasers.

Stapling the Eco-friendly way! An Eco-stapler is the newest of earth-friendly stationery supplies. A pocketsize wonder, this stapler clips up to 5 pages by cutting and folding action while you clip. It is helpful for fastening cheques to payment slips besides using at home, school and office. With Eco-stapler you never run out of staples because its staple-less and you save a lot of metal going waste.

Eco-electronics! The era has begun where natural substitutes took the place of artificial options. Water powered clocks and calculators can be used at home, school and office-they are non-messy for children’s study room or their desktop. These aqua-electronics do not require electricity or batteries, just tap water to function.

You can’t expect your child to study all through the day. Give them toys that are earth-friendly so that you imbibe the habit of using recyclable products in them forever. Toys that are made out of recyclable materials, and work on solar power are the best way to keep away from contaminating environment. For instance, sports balls are made of sustainable sourced latex that does not harm the ecosystem.

Eco-savvy trading! With forests dwindling and that we live under threat, every contribution helps. Renewable products are gaining momentum recently. However, the sector of recycling scrap and making handicrafts is scattered, unorganized in India and not many people know about the uses of Eco-friendly and recycled products. Moreover, the small-scale industries are the players, which lead to lack of complete publicity amongst the end-users.

Nevertheless, handcrafted articles are much in fashion today. Probably there’s a limit to facing an artificial atmosphere for a prolonged time. Lately, handmade articles are creating a huge impact on people, especially for their articulate designs, beauty and freshness. Plus, after so much chaos about cutting down of trees, people try contributing to restoring natural environment. Such a modest act has become more of a trend. So the producers can see a ray of light in regards to growing in this sector.

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About the Author

Minesh Modi is editor of Giftsnaccessories Magazine, a division of Netlink Solutions (India) Ltd published from India. Small Business Directory, Gifts, Corporate Gifts

How can Giftsin24 help save forests that replenish the earth’s oxygen and decrease carbon dioxide emissions?  With the simple use of green certified paper for its stationery Giftsin24 offers you the choice of purchasing pollution free cards and notes. They were made from recycled paper that will be recycled again using the same pollution free process, using no more new trees. Its personalized recycled cards are made from 100% recyclable sandstone. They make a unique personal, professional statement about business relationships and letting those you are connected with know about your environmental concerns.

Write and express your major concerns for all your business relationships: colleagues, coworkers, peers, friends or whoever.  Use eco friendly notes to say thank you for a job well done, congratulations or  just to say see you around. Eco friendly personalized notes by Giftsin24 lend themselves to so much. When will you be seeing family, friends, or colleagues again? With a recyclable note someone will know that you took the time out to say something meaningful, to appreciate what they’ve done or just acknowledge their significance in your life? Remember Giftsin24 always has choices to help you go green, specifically a set of seven sandstone cards. From Mother Earth Banner Cards to Eco Capital Cards Giftsin24 insures a number of ways to nurture significant relationships in your life as well as nurture your connection to the environment. Gifstin24 believes they contribute to a healthier lives and world, will you prove them?

Don’t you remember we said we were going to be more environmentally conscious? You know with the oil spill dumping over 172 million gallons of oil into the  Gulf of Mexico and  over half of the world’s  species of plants, animals, and microorganisms being threatened by the unrestrained destruction of the world’s rain forests you’d think we’ d have more to worry about than our choice of stationery?, mentions Alanah. “Alanah,” we do but don’t you think we need to take a stand where we can? If every little bit counts we might as well start with the paper we use. We can use recyclable paper, stationery made from recyclable paper and paper substitutes like cotton, bamboo, and sugar cane. The same type of alternatives Neenah Papers offers in FSC certified paper for Giftsin24′s stationery. It’s supposed to promote more responsible management of forests for clean air and a cleaner tomorrow. “We sound so environmentally conscious, we’re not” says Alanah.

“We should be with all of the choices that are available to safe guard, a cleaner, brighter future.” “You make environmentally conscious stationery sound like the end to all,” whispers Alanah.” It’s not but it’s a choice.” Gifstin24 offers a variety of choices in eco friendly stationery. They arrive in earth toned hues of green, brown, and white: Green Tea, Sandstone, and Moonrock courtesy of Neenah Papers in the form of notes, notepads, memos, cards, memos, gift enclosures, note cards and more. The paper is 100% recyclable, green seal certified and carbon neutral plus. “Does our choice mean much in the situation,” asks Alanah. “Yes, your choice always amounts to something.” Giftsin24 offers a choice for those who want to make a cleaner world and earth a top priority for today and tomorrow.”   Realize as well as we do, the problem didn’t happen overnight. Giftsin24 believes that one person’s choice of eco friendly stationery can affect others and those people acting collectively can and will make a difference.

Unrestrained consumption of wood and uncontrolled infection of our air, water, and ozone by pollution and chemicals is what has got us into trouble in the first place. It will take more than changing your brand of stationery to get us out. It will mean a change in habit, attitude, and   perspective that Gifts in24′s stationery will reinforce. Through our message, our stationery’s way of keeping you connected with significant relationships in your life will be as rewarding as you make them and a reminder that we’re all connected. Think of yourself as a tree and our eco friendly stationary as the connecting point to your branches, those relationships you value the most.  Whether it’s a message of appreciation, thank you, concern, warmth, or something deeply personal Giftsin24 wants to deliver them in style with your agenda prioritized. “I guess this means we’ve officially gone green.” Yes, Alanah, just like everyone else.”  Can we meet all of these devout environmentalists through Gifts24.com? “Alanah!!!”

In our modern work day world we are still very affected by what we put into our environment. In fact we are more affected by how it comes back to us in   air, water, and soil pollution. Nitrogen dioxide and carbon monoxide are most common air pollutants. Herbicides and insecticides are most common water pollutants while hydrocarbons and solvents are most commonly associated with soil. Fossil fuels have found their way into everything from plastics, solvents and detergents and produce extremely high levels of air pollution during combustion, that is the problem. Air pollution caused by fossil fuels is the largest contributor to the greenhouse effect, global warming, and deterioration of the ozone. Human beings have “converted the life supporting systems of the world” into commodities, disturbing the natural balance and regenerative capabilities of our environment. Destroying more than 32 million of acres of forests every year continues to limit the environment’s capability to filter out carbon dioxide and produce clean oxygen. Giftin24′s eco friendly stationery is only one small step to a complete solution.

Giftsin24 stands on the value of relationships with important people in our lives, offering eco friendly memos, notes, cards, and gift enclosures for our customers interested in prioritizing their environmental concerns. Surprising as it may seem we have a relationship with the environment just like the relationships we have with other people. Giftsin24 stands on the principles that our relationships are only as good as what we put in them. Investing in a good set of regular or eco friendly stationery may indeed become a diamond in the ruff. Use it to promote yourself, cleaner air and a cleaner earth.  Jot down long or short messages to let someone know you care, you appreciative them, to say thank you, acknowledge all they’ve done, express humor or whatever message you deem as appropriate to send. They’ll get the second part of the message from the recyclable paper. They may even jump on board.

Giftsin24′s eco friendly stationery is 100% recyclable in a variety of earth friendly tones and styles that convey the message of reversing the damage by curbing consumption and replenishing the ecosystem. Moonrock, Green Tea, and Sandstone are papers Neenah Papers has developed that are committed to a cleaner, healthier environment. Neenah Papers specializes in producing premium brands of environmentally conscious papers that reduce carbon emissions, are manufactured with green energy, and promote   managed and responsible use of forests. Giftsin24 and Neenah papers have partnered to produce stationery that promotes a brighter tomorrow.  Make the choice to become a part of a more responsible solution, hop on the eco friendly bandwagon and enjoy the ride.

Personal stationery was made to enrich and reward our lives.  Finely textured paper, brightly colored, ready to carry forceful messages of appreciation, invitation, reminders, private jokes or whatever else you’d like to jot down is sometimes exactly what a relationship orders. By sending an eco friendly note, card, or memo you are not only cultivating the best possible communication channels with those that matter the most in your life but you’re also letting them know you’ve taken a stance on the damage we’ve done to the environment. With your note card or memo made from recyclable paper your stance has indirectly stated  “enough is enough.”  Your use of Giftsin24′s eco friendly stationery to reach out to others will have them doing the same, reaching out in return. Giftsin24 has many options available. Explore our eco friendly world of pads, tablets, memos, cards and notes, watch as we further expand to meet your eco friendly needs.

Eco friendly used to mean something  neat, and compact, something that didn’t offend anyone’s sensibilities, something safe that you just bought and stood by with all of the other clean air and clean environment supporters. Now it means so many things to so many more everyone wants to find their own way or several ways of supporting  a  just cause. Buying eco friendly stationery from GiftsIn24 is only one of them. Giftsin24 offers eco friendly stationery in the form of cards, notepads, and gift enclosures. They’re  all made from 100% recyclable paper, utilizing alternative fibers like cotton, bamboo, and sugar cane. They are manufactured without chlorine or other chemicals that are partly responsible for the deterioration of the ozone. They are manufactured with green renewable energy. They are the perfect choice for an environmentally conscious generation, our generation. Find the perfect style of eco friendly personal stationery today, get it while it’s hot at Giftsin24.

…I will continue the next part on Friday, Sept 17th. Stay tuned….