Special Occasion Thank You Notes

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I couple of weeks ago, I shared a post about making your own wedding favors from seed paper.  Today I would like to share a card that is also made from seed paper and can be used for wedding thank you notes or just an everyday thank you note.  The great thing about the paper these are made from is that it can be planted in a garden and the seeds will grow into beautiful flowers which makes this card very earth friendly. 

The paper was made using one of the Papermill Kits from Arnold Grummer's Papermaking and the basic instructions.  Before lifting the paper from the water, I sprinkled a packet of mixed flower seeds onto the surface and then finished the sheet of paper off according to the instructions.  I trimmed the paper to create a 3 1/2" x 4 7/8" note card and then stamped the sentiment and design on it.

 It takes little time to create a sheet of paper and it's so much fun and more satisfying using something that is handmade.  It being recyclable and earth friendly sends this card over the top.  Who wouldn't love receiving a thank you that can bring flowered memories later on? 

Wedding season is just upon us so start planning your Earth Friendly Thank You Notes today and if you don't have a wedding coming up plan ahead for all of those occasions where you will be needing to say, "thank you."
                                                                

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~Peg

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