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Valentine’s CocoArt Heart

Gable box contains an exquisite hand painted / moulded white + dark chocolate heart filled with a cinnamon peanut praliné, passion fruit & raspberry fruit jelly pieces, roasted peanuts and dark chocolate puffed rice. 180gms  $15.00 each

Red Roses

Twelve pretty red roses, the ultimate Valentines flower gesture foilage $100.00

What a man really wants for St Valentine’s Day

Don’t forget this year is a Leap Year, and, according to ancient tradition, February 29is the perfect day for a woman to propose to her man. So with that in mind, we asked one of our staff writer’s for his perspective on what a man really wants for Valentine’s Day. Article as follows:
It’s probably true to say that most men can admire the action hero personality traits, elegance and sheer style of the legendary character James Bond. In the novel From Russia With Love, author and creator of the most iconic secret agent of all time, the late Ian Fleming, describes Bond thus:

‘Name: Bond, James. Height: 183 cm, weight: 76kg; slim build; eyes: blue; hair: black; scar down right cheek & on left shoulder; all-round athlete; expert pistol shot, boxer, knife-thrower; does not use disguises. Languages: French and German…. vices: drink, but not to excess, and women.’

Well, assuming your man is faithful and true and loves you like the wonderful woman that you are, then perhaps he is deserving of some special “action hero” type gifts on this Leap Year Valentine’s Day.

 

For starters may we suggest:
Escape to the great outdoors
This fabulous picnic/coffee hamper has all the tools and equipment you need to make a perfect getaway. And its handy double-barreled design holds equal parts chilled white wine or piping hot coffee. M himself would be proud.
Price $151.00

 

Bring me a bottle of your finest champagne
Bond loved his bubbly and a bottle of Veuve will simply confirm how much verve you have yourself. Paired with a couple of elegant Reidel flutes and a small assortment of fine finger food, this is a gift pack for any kind of romantic assignation. Price $238.95

 

Hopping from one country to another
A lot of men will agree there’s never a bad time to try out a new beer. And it’s a lifetime’s work getting to know them all. With this handpicked selection of international brews, it’s like enjoying a taste of some of the best locations in the world. Just like a Bond movie. Price $132.00

 

Agent provocateur, perhaps
Bond in a bathrobe, relaxing at home after saving the world. Again. If that sounds like your kind of day, there’s nothing softer to relax in than this bamboo toweling bathrobe. Comfortably sized, and classically cut. And who knows? Choosing bamboo just might help save the world a little. Price $110.00

 

Shaken not stirred
The complete Bond martini kit. Equipped with selected Vodka, classic Reidel martini glasses, stainless steel shaker flask and delicacies to match. Just add ice and you’ll be licensed to chill. Price $235.00

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Original Filson Briefcase

Sturdy, versatile and your everyday dependable briefcase, appropriate for the field. Inside is a wide carrying compartment, two full-length open pockets and sewn-on compartments for calculator, business cards, pencils and pens. Narrow pockets on both ends and full-length outer pockets on both sides. Meets carry-on requirements.  $215.00

The Guardian of the Salmon

The Guardian heralds the return of the Salmon for their spring run. He rejoices in his song of welcome and calls all to share honourably in their generous offering of life.  Made of a solid mix of bronze and glass $220.00

Echoing contemporary monumental works by First Nations artists such as The Black Canoe by Bill Reid, this new series from artist Michael MacLean blends tribal and figurative motifs. These exciting and timely pieces testify to the strengths in our shared cultures. Animals can be experienced as elemental forces with totemic power and as individual beings with mortal problems and triumphs. These bronze sculptures were created as a prayer for the continuation of myths as well as biodiversity.

Looking for the perfect gift for your Board of Directors Meeting, Recognition Awards, or Speaker Gifts? Green & Green offers dignified choices that express your company’s most sincere regards. For an additional $40.00 have the Guardian on a walnut base for a beautiful presentation.

Happy New Year

Another brand new year has sprung up on us again. Each year, I spend many months preparing to welcome the New Year and suddenly, it’s gone within 24 short hours. While I am not one to complain about the passing of time, I do feel a sense of nostalgia thinking back on the events of 2011.

The past twelve months have gone by so quickly for me professionally and personally. I met many interesting people, and worked with a fantastic team of suppliers, buyers and co-workers. I am ever so grateful to my family for being so patient and understanding with my long work hours and for always being there to help me traverse the ups and downs.

And before we bemoan the passing of the New Year, we have yet another major new year celebration just around the corner. In less than two weeks, Chinese all over the world will be ushering in the Lunar New Year of the Dragon. For all the lowered expectations we’ve been told to have in 2012, the Year of the Dragon promises happiness and success. And for those born in the Year of the Dragon, 2012 is expected to be a happy and joyful one for them.

So a happy lunar new year to you and yours. Wishing you a prosperous and healthy Year of the Dragon. Gong Xi Fa Cai!

Five Things to Know About the Year of the Dragon

On 23 January, the mighty Year of the Dragon will be upon us, bringing much energy and optimism.  What will the New Year bring? Here are five fun facts about the new year.

1) Year of the Dragon. The upcoming Lunar New Year will commence on 23rd January 2012 and go on till 9th February, 2013. It will be the Year of the Dragon, one of the twelve animals of the Chinese Zodiac. Historically in China, the Dragon is seen as a symbol of power and the emperors were often represented by the mythical Dragon.

2) Which New Year? The Chinese New Year is not the same as the New Year the rest of the western world celebrates. This is because while the west makes use of the Gregorian solar calendar the Chinese have always maintained the use of the lunar calendar. Hence their New Year depends upon the cycle of the moon and falls on a totally separate day than the western New Year.

3) Free Spirit of the Chinese Zodiac. Those born in the dragon year are innovative, self-assured, brave, enterprising, passionate, and driven. They are often referred to as the free spirits of the Chinese Zodiac. Their creative sparks get destroyed when they are restricted. They are fearless and confident and ready to take up any challenge.

4) Dragon Compatibility. Dragons are compatible with the Monkey(1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992),Rat (1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996), Snake(1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989), Rooster (1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993) and Tiger (1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998).

5) Famous Dragon Personalities. Some of the popular dragon personalities are Isabella Rossellini, Dinah Shore, Reese Witherspoon, Juliette Binoche, Sandra Bullock, Bing Crosby, Julie Christie, Neil Diamond, Placido Domingo, Kirk Douglas, Michael Douglas, Tom Jones, Marlene Dietrich, John Lennon and Al Pacino.

Look forward to lion dances, dragon boat races and fireworks as Chinese all over the world celebrate the Lunar New Year. Call us at Green & Green if you’d like any assistance in sending your friends a gift for the Lunar New Year.

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Office Party in a Box

Office Party in a Box

Gather the gang at the office for this impromtu party. Open and serve this gift box, loaded with sweet and savory goodies that is sure to please every palate in the office.

Collectible Delectables

Lavish them with luscious, local, luxury foods and a feast of fine flavors

Abundance this holiday season

The year has gone by quickly and how soon the holiday season has come upon us. I was reflecting back on what my most prized gift for the year is and the one thing that stands out most is listening to my son share his gratitude for the day.

It all started when Aaron was little. We would talk about his day and its key events. Soon I realised that, like most kids his age, Aaron would often be complaining about the things that did not go his way during the day. I understood that this was his way of venting his frustrations. I decided that rather than always focusing on the negatives of the day, Aaron would have to share three things that he was grateful for each day before bed.

At first it was tough. Aaron thought it was boring and it took him a while to come up with three things that he was grateful for. Of course there were days when he said he did not have anything to be grateful for or could not remember. I persisted and insisted that surely he could find something he was grateful for that day. And he did.

Now expressing gratitude is easy for Aaron. The process has been so rewarding for me and it is my biggest gift to have a child who easily expresses his gratitude for even the smallest things in his life. It helps me see the world through the eyes of my son and to realize that as adults, we often take for granted the little things that we are blessed with. To Aaron, having Dad try out the tea from herbs Aaron picked from the forest was something he was happy and grateful for. So was having a great soccer game and having me at the side cheering him on. As well as spending time with his buddy, watching a movie and having a clean room after spending much effort cleaning it up.

This holiday season, reflect on your prized gifts; gifts that give you strength, that empower you or make you happy and fulfilled.

Have a wonderful holiday season ahead.

Ways to show you care

Here are some ideas on how you can express your gratitude this holiday season to your friends and loved ones.

1) Give generously with your words. Often simple words like ’thank you’ and `please’ make a person know they are appreciated. Compliment them and acknowledge them when they least expect it.

2) Say sorry when you are wrong. How difficult it is to say those three words, “I am sorry”. Tell them you are wrong and mean it. In turn, forgive when someone has hurt you without needing to hear the words, “I’m sorry.”

3) Hug when words are tough. It’s hard to stay mad when you hug someone. Physical touch can often bridge the widest of emotional distances.

4) Give generously with your deeds and actions. Offer to help a family member, friend or even a stranger. Whether it is babysitting, cleaning their yard or taking the time to visit, giving them the gift of your ears, the gift of your hands or shoulders.

5) Express your gratitude for someone you love. We are all guilty of taking our parents, siblings, partner for granted. Take this opportunity to tell them what they mean to you and how much you really care for them.

Being grateful for the people and things in our lives is one of the simplest ways to achieve a sense of daily happiness. The people we hold closest and dearest to us are often the ones we spend the least effort in displaying our care and affection. Yet, most people appreciate and need the occasional display of caring. Simple acts of kindness speak volumes to others in our lives.

Go Green with Gratitude this December


Visit our blog in the month of December for our daily inspirational gifts. We hope they will inspire and motivate you throughout this holiday season.
Here is December first’s gift:

Be patient – not everyone walks as fast as you, is as smart as you, or has access to the resources that you do. Accept that we all live our lives at different paces. Adjust yours to suit someone else and you may see the world in a new way.

Happy Holiday greetings
from all of us at Green & Green.


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People who do business with people know the value of a thoughtful gift, whether received or given. And a well-chosen gift makes a client, customer, business contact or loved one feel valued and appreciated.

At this time of the year, we get many phone calls and emails asking for our advice on holiday gift-giving. Here is our `MAPP’ showing you a pain-free way to get to your destination!

M – Make a list. A good way to start is by asking a list of the people you want to send gifts to. Decide which ones will be individual gifts, and which ones will be group gifts. Families, employees, clients, or a department at the office would be good examples of group gift-giving.

AAllocate a budget for the different groups that you have. You may find it easier to categorize them into small, medium and large budgets. Decide what each of these budget categories should be.

P – Pick a theme for your gifts. For example, for the environmentally conscious, how about an eco-friendly or Fair Trade gift? For the fan of the outdoors, consider a grill set, stadium seat & blanket or a gardening tote. For the international traveler, a cool globe set or mini travel bar would be great. For the group at the office, how about a gourmet gift basket brimming with a selection of sweet and savory food items for sharing.

P– Pick the date of delivery. If these gifts need to be sent out of town, send them early to avoid any delays like the weather or the mad crush of the holiday season. Also remember that some people may leave for their year-end vacation a little early, so check with them and schedule your gifts to arrive a little earlier.

For your holiday gift-giving or customer appreciation gesture, call Green & Green 604-689-5027, the professional gift-giving specialists. We can help you customize to suit your budget and theme; we can even incorporate your logo or promotional material. We are here to make your gift giving easy and hassle free.

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Seasons Greetiings

Seasons Greetings

Holiday Cheer and Gourmet Delights is sure to please.

The Celebration Plate of Plenty

The Celebration Plate of Plenty

Another way to show you have excellent taste and are willing to share it.

Remembering Friendships…

Two weeks ago, I celebrated Diwali, the Festival of Lights. What made it more memorable this year was that I connected with a childhood friend of mine. Pome and I had grown up together in Singapore as our parents had been good friends. We lost touch when I moved to Canada and did not contact each other much except for the occasional news through my family. My friend Pome had gone through a lot: she’d lost her husband, got her daughter married and had just sprung the wonderful news that she was going to be a grandmother. It was a heart warming and emotional few days for me, bringing back so many fond memories. We shed much tears of bitter-sweet joy as we recalled the good old days.

Friendships add value and meaning to our lives. But friendships need nurturing and attention so that they can grow and blossom. With our busy lives and schedules, it is easy to take friends for granted. This Remembrance Day as we remember those who sacrificed their lives during the World War, let’s also remember the special friends, past and present, we’ve made over the years.

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Visit the blog on our website between December 1st – 25th, to see our Gift of the Day. Each day we will feature a gift suggestion. We hope this will help you with your gift-giving this holiday season.

Keeping in Touch Across the Miles

While you may not be able to reconnect in person with loved ones this holiday season, you can still find ways to catch up with them. These days, technology makes it even easier and cheaper to do so.
Here are 5 ways to show your friends and family that you’re thinking of them:

1.      Send a holiday card. This is still a simple yet personal way to keep in touch. My all time favorite is using SendoutCards, an easy and hassle-free way to send a personalized card. My friends just love receiving them from me!

2.      Make a phone call. The traditional phone call is still a very popular and effective way to keep in touch. Even better, Skype for free if your loved one has Skype set up. This allows you to gather everyone around the computer to chat. Even if your loved one does not have Skype set up, it allows you to call them on their phones for such great rates.

3.      Design and send a photo album. Whether it’s a simple 8-page scrapbook or a beautifully designed photo album, this is a great way to share photos of yourself and your life with family and friends. These days, online sites make it very simple to put together a high-quality album together.Sendoutcards has made this so simple with photo albums.

4.      Send the unexpected gift. Imagine receiving a surprise gift on your doorstep! Whether it is a warm and cosy blanket or a beautifully carved chess set, it will surely bring a smile to your loved ones’ faces. Green & Green can help you select the right gift for your budget.

5.      Set up your own blog. Keep in touch by sharing your thoughts with family and close friends. There are countless blog sites online that offer you the opportunity to maintain an online journal so that your loved ones can share your experiences first hand. Or if you prefer, create your own website where you can upload your photos, post news or letters.

Maintaining friendships and relationships can be tough. Don’t let distance keep you apart. In an age of unlimited communication options, there’s no reason you should lose touch.


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Will you be decorating your office for Christmas this year with an artificial tree, a wreath on your front door, maybe even string lights around your office doors and windows? You’ll almost certainly be sending Christmas cards or e-cards to valued clients. And your most prized clients will receive a thoughtful, unique gift to thank them for their business throughout the year. Some companies are arranging Christmas parties, where staff and customers will mingle to celebrate the season and perhaps sing Christmas carols, like the popular 12 Days of Christmas.

We have found a very special corporate gift to impress your most discerning clients while supporting a specialized training program for disadvantaged women living in the Downtown Eastside. Each stunning 12 Days of Christmas ornament is made from pine beetle-infested wood, helping our logging industry to recoup from the devastation caused by the pine beetles and reducing the chance for deadly forest fires.

Each of these beautiful ornaments represents an opportunity for a better life for women who are recovering from substance abuse or other personal trauma. The women complete a 10-week program in woodworking skills at Tradeworks Training Society and, upon graduation, Tradeworks helps them find a job to sustain their new lifestyle.

This holiday season we are offering creative ways of presenting your corporate gifts. You can choose to give a boxed gift set of 3 ornaments each year for four years in our exclusive wooden boxes engraved with your logo. Or you may choose to present a complete gift set of the 12 Days of Christmas ornaments in a beautiful wooden box engraved with your logo.

Either way you approach it – boxed gifts sets of three for four years or a boxed gift set of 12 – these ornaments represent more than a thoughtful gift to your best customers; they also represent hope for women who are striving to improve their lives through training, hard work and dedication.

Friday, October 21st, 2011 | Author:

“Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.”
William Arthur Ward

I am pleased to share and reveal the fresh new look for our Green & Green website. The site has been a work in progress these past months and is still being worked on as we speak. You will see lots of updates, including the new format of this newsletter. We hope you will find the website easier to use and like it as much as we do. We are grateful for your friendship, business, feedback and referrals. Your confidence and support in our gifts and services have made it possible for us to embark on our 19th year in business.

We know that people who do business know the value of a thoughtful gift, whether received or given. And a well-chosen gift makes a client, customer, business contact or loved one feel valued and appreciated.

October marks the beginning of many special holidays; so from our families and all of us at Green & Green, have a wonderful and happy Thanksgiving!

Holiday Gifting Tips


When was the last time you swore you’d start your holiday shopping earlier to avoid the mad rush and the stress? Well this is the perfect time to start planning your shopping list. For many of us, it’s not just friends and family that we have to shop for, but also office colleagues, business associates and clients who have helped made life a little easier for us the past year. Here are some tips to help make a lasting impression and to take the pain out of holiday shopping.

1. Make a List. Actually make two lists – one for family & friends, and another for significant people at work. Consider all the people who make you look good at work – your personal assistant, your executive and anyone else who’d be thrilled to see your gifts of appreciation for them. Set a budget against each name and stick to it.

2. For the Love of Food. You can never go wrong with food items. Go local, organic or gourmet – these days one is spoilt for choice. This is the time of year when carb-counting gets thrown out the window! Otherwise consider low-calorie dessert options. Your recipient would appreciate your thoughtfulness.

3. Fabulously Functional. What do you buy a client or colleague who has everything? Whether you get the latest gadget or a classic desk accessory, it’s important to keep the recipient in mind.  “Read up to find out the latest audio or video gadget for the road warrior, or how about a cool wine and bar set for the wine connoisseur?” suggests Mindy Tulsi –Ingram of Green & Green. “You can give something functional but the key is to find something that the gift recipient will like but may not buy for themselves.”

4. Shop Early. By starting early, you’ll have the luxury of planning for the gifts and taking advantage of the best deals. If your gifts are delivered by Thanksgiving or early December, it increases the chance of your gift being remembered and better appreciated.

5. The Devil is in the Details. Presentation is everything! You want your gift to evoke surprise and delight. Get creative where possible and always ensure quality. Remember to take into account cultural and religious sensitivities when gifting. Your attention to detail will set your gift apart from others.

Remember that your gift should reflect the recipient’s taste and not yours. A memorable gift is one that is well thought out and beautifully presented. And finally, remember always to attach a simple and personal note with your gift. Your recipient will appreciate your time and sincerity. Happy shopping!


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Welcome

“Autumn is a second spring, when every leaf is a flower.”

Albert Camus

For me, September is equivalent to a new year. It’s the beginning of a school year and also the time when most of us return from our summer vacations, rejuvenated and ready to get down to business.

While our friends in the southern hemisphere look forward to the end of winter, we enjoy the best of Indian summer filled with beautiful crisp mornings, hot days and cool nights. With the start of fall, we expect change all around us as nature brings forth its wondrous bounty.

There is so much to look forward to in the coming months. Kids and adults alike will be busy and excited with Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah and the New Year. And as if that wasn’t enough, we also have Grandparents’ Day (1st Sunday after Labor Day), Children’s Day (October 2), and Boss’s Day (October 16) added to this mix of celebrations.

I look forward to my son having a good school year as this will mark his final year in Elementary School. And as always with your kind support, we at Green & Green will be busy preparing for the Holiday season. Look out for lots of exciting news, products and changes ahead!

Mindy

Preparing for the Fall Season

As summer slowly comes to a close, this is the perfect time to start preparing for fall. Depending on where you live, the fall season may be too late to prepare if it gets cold quickly. Start these helpful tips now to save money and get a jump on the season.

Chilcotin Gift Hamper $180.00

“Our natural Chenille Throw graces this practical basket”

Brimming with indulgent gourmet foods. Enjoy the satisfaction of a gift well sent.

Chilcotin Gift Hamper with Throw

1) Prepare Your Garden – whether you have a large garden or a small balcony of potted plants, this is a good time to start cleaning up. Weed all beds and pots, and clear them of any debris. Chop up the debris and add to your compost pile. Remove plants that will not return next year or those with diseases and pests. Clean and put away your garden tools as well. Most importantly, trim trees if branches hang too close to the house or electrical wires.

Seventh Heaven - 7 games in one

Seventh Heaven $125.00

12″ x 12″ Hand crafted walnut chest comes with seven classic games to thrill anyone. (Chess, checkers, backgammon, dominoes, cribbage, poker dice, and a deck of cards)

2) Prepare Your Home - Make sure gutters are secure and clean. In your home, install smoke or carbon monoxide detectors if you haven’t already done so. Have your furnace inspected and cleaned before cold weather hits. It will not only save you from a chilly night with a broken furnace, it will be less expensive to have it done before the height of furnace season. Make sure the cap on the top of your chimney is secure. You really don’t want critters climbing down and making your house their home. Order or cut your firewood.

3) Prepare Your Car – Is it time for a tune-up yet? If so, get a thorough one to make sure everything is running well. Change out the oil. In the cooler months, thinner oil is recommended. Get new wiper blades and an emergency kit for the car – dry food, water, blanket, jumper cables, flat tire kit, flares and a first aid kit. And if you live up where it gets super cold and snows or have a lot of ice, get your season tires ready!

Pewter Picture Frame 5 x 7

Pewter Picture Frame – 5 x 7 $88.00

“Brings a special touch to home or office”

West coast Native design pewter. Pewter, considered the next most precious metal after silver, is used to depict the west coast Native architecture, myth and legends.

4) Test out your heat – We know everyone is trying to save energy, but make sure you crank on your heat early in the fall season. This way, you know if you’ll have any problems once the real cold weather hits. If you use natural gas, make sure the pilot light works.

5) Prepare Personal Items – Start packing up or donating your summer clothes.  Take your flannel sheets out and give them a good wash. Toss out those summer nail polish colors and get the new fall nail colors.  If you have kids in the house, it may be a good idea to stock up on common cold medicines, tissues, Vaseline, and skin moisturizers. Take advantage of any fall sale clearances and stock up on what you’ll need next year.

Before you know it we will be getting ready for the year-end holidays. So enjoy what’s left of summer.

Anchor Stone Building Stones - 105 blocks
Anchor Building Stones

105 stones $198.00

Anchor Stones have been the building blocks that enable young and old alike to use their imagination and creativity to build castles and cathedrals for over 100 years by using simplified, basic architectural principles. These are not mass produced plastic snap together toys. They are precision made stone blocks with the look and feed of natural building stones. Quality has no substitute. Set comes with 105 blocks.

Connoisseur Wine Set $65.00

Ergonomically designed corkscrew to effortlessly remove corks like a professional. Additional accessories include:

foil cutter

two bottler stoppers

wine pourer

replacement worm

wine thermometer

and drip ring

Connoisseur Wine Set

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We can help you customize to suit your budget, event or theme; we can even incorporate your logo or promotional material. We are here to make your gift giving easy and hassle free. Whatever the celebration you will find the perfect gift for the occasion – a presentation that beautifully expresses both the pleasure of giving and receiving.We are proud to have provided goodwill since 1993.

We care that every client has a pleasant and hassle free gift giving experience; which is reflected by the gifts that we prepare and deliver on your behalf.

To make the best impression, contact us at Green & Green and plan ahead.

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Friday, August 05th, 2011 | Author:
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Welcome

We were heading to Southern BC to my husband, Steve’s family’s 3rd annual camping trip, It was a cool and wet drive and the weather improved as the annual camp began. Three generations of family had gathered for a weekend of camping, cook outs, games, swimming, and the sounds and smells of everything wonderful. Ah, yes… summer had begun for me.

It was during this weekend that I met Steve’s Aunt Catherine Anne, the great grand-niece of the famous artist Emily Carr. Although I had heard about Catherine Anne and met her briefly at previous family events, I had never had the opportunity to learn about her paintings and her art. When I asked her when she became an artist, she simply answered “I did not know I was an artist.” I soon learnt she had a great sense of humor and bucket loads of humility.

I asked Catherine Anne if she remembered her own great aunt, Emily Carr. Catherine Anne recalls at the age of five, she, along with her sister and mother, went to visit Great Aunt Emily Carr. “I do remember being there at her home in Victoria. Aunt Emily’s monkey, Woo, had passed away, but there were chipmunks in a cage. When you are five, it is an amazing thing to see, real live “outdoor pets” in the house! Although Aunt Em, was known to be a little strange, she was kindly to my sister and me. My mother always told the story that while we were visiting and having tea and cookies, Aunt Emily had said to Mom, `Thank goodness you had the good sense to have girls’!” said Catherine Anne animatedly.

I saw some of Catherine Anne’s paintings and was amazed at how the talent of her great Aunt Emily had somehow influenced and seeped into Catherine Anne’s paintings.

One of the most talked about things during this camping trip was the spectacular black T-shirt that Catherine Anne was wearing. I asked if I could share this with our readers and she generously agreed. Catherine Anne calls this her `Bleach Bottle T-shirt’. So enjoy the fun summer project below, with the compliments of Catherine Anne, grand niece of Emily Carr.

Have a wonderful summer,

Sincerely,

Mindy

Bleach Bottle T-shirt

Items needed:

  • Black T-shirt
  • Paint brush of any size
  • Bleach
Catherine Anne's T-shirt
Catherine Anne’s T-shirt

Instructions:

1)    Lay your black T-shirt flat. Dip the brush into the bleach and paint freehand onto the front of the black t-shirt. This will give you a bleached out design on the front of your t-shirt.

2)    When you are done with your design, leave t-shirt to dry.

3)    Wash t-shirt in washing machine.

4)    Enjoy your creative t-shirt. (Catherine Anne had images of flowers at the back her t-shirt not shown).

Some of Catherine Anne’s paintings

Catherine Anne's painting
Catherine Anne Painting
Red as in Ruby At the height of the bloom

Catherine Anne

Catherine Ann

Weaver of Dreams Emily

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We can help you customize to suit your budget, event or theme; we can even incorporate your logo or promotional material. We are here to make your gift giving easy and hassle free. Whatever the celebration you will find the perfect gift for the occasion – a presentation that beautifully expresses both the pleasure of giving and receiving.We are proud to have provided goodwill since 1993.

We care that every client has a pleasant and hassle free gift giving experience; which is reflected by the gifts that we prepare and deliver on your behalf.

To make the best impression, contact us at Green & Green and plan ahead.

Contact Us

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Tuesday, July 05th, 2011 | Author:
Gift Muse Newsletter
 mindy

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Welcome

I am excited about the upcoming Rotary Bike-a-thon, a fund raiser to benefit the hearing impaired. Many think that hearing impairment only occurs in one’s senior years. Infectious diseases such as meningitis, measles and mumps, as well as common causes like exposure to excessive noise, head & ear injury and chronic ear infections are some of the causes of hearing impairment. Only a small percentage is actually caused by ageing. The good news is that half of all cases of deafness and hearing impairment are avoidable through prevention, early diagnoses and management.

What really got me passionate about this cause were stories of Janella Milne (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uooglW0sbT8).  Profoundly deaf, 10-year old Janelle can only hear with a cochlear implant and is completely dependent on it for communication. With the newly upgraded processor tucked behind her ear, Janella can play sports and participate in everyday activities without having to worry about cords, wires or a large machine getting in her way. It is also waterproof so she can wear it in the rain, run through sprinklers, take a bath – all without worrying about damaging the new implant. The implant has really changed the way she experiences the world.

If you would like to make a difference to someone’s life, join our team, ‘Go Dog Go’, and be a part of this fantastic cause. Last year we had two riders on our team who met on the ride and got married this year. Congratulations to Judith and Larry!  For more details on how to participate: www.rotaryvancouver.org/BikeAThon.

Make a difference this summer and enjoy the time with your friends and family. Here’s to a fantastic summer before it disappears!

Sincerely,

Mindy

P.S.

Be sure to check our Facebook page for our contests where you can win fantastic gifts.

Five Ways to Have a Memorable Summer

Summer is a great time to relax and enjoy new experiences. Take some time off for yourself and make this summer one of your more memorable ones.

Sport Croquet – For Four $449.00

This four player croquet  set comes with full size ash mallets, square headed with sightline, Grange balls, Sport wickets, 2 goal stakes, clips, USCA rulebook, instructions and a durable nylon carrying bag.

This is also available for in a 6 player set for $599.00.

Sport Croquet for 4

1) Host a neighborhood yard sale: Need to get rid of things that you don’t need any more? Perhaps your neighbors need to do so as well. Organize a joint garage sale with one or more neighbors. You can make some money from stuff you don’t need any more while having lots of fun!

KIWI U-Powered -solar powered charger

Ceramic Tapa Plates $60.00

Ceramic dishes on a wooden base. Perfect for serving tapas. Dishwasher and microwave safe.

2) Get cooking: Whether you’re a nervous beginner or an experienced cook wanting to expand your repertoire, there’ll be the right cooking class for you. Some classes focus on certain cuisines or cooking techniques, while others center on topics like desserts or holidays. Learn to cook and wow your family and friends.

3) Learn a new language: Fire up those neurons! Sign up for a class at the community center, get yourself one of those interactive CDs, or make friends with that Italian guy who just moved in downstairs. A whole new world will open up to you.

Travel

7-in-1 Magnetic Combination Game Set: $44.84

Perfect for traveling and road trips. Green & Green’s 7-in-1 game set includes Chess, Checkers, Backgammon, Dominoes, Cribbage, Poker dice and cards. Magnetic Black Lizard Case. In addition to being a great travel gift, this game set would make a great thank you gift or a housewarming gift.

4) Get some retail therapy: Studies have shown that folks who spend on their friends are happier than those who don’t. So if you have the means, go ahead and spoil your friends. For some of us, bargain hunting often produces a thrill greater than earning a promotion at work, or even eating chocolate. So go ahead and stimulate the local economy with some retail therapy!

5) Get into shape: There is no big secret method about getting into shape. Despite what those TV infomercials tell us, there really is no magic pill to get us thin quickly and easily. Exercise regularly, eat healthy, cut down your salt intake and drink lots of water. Be patient; you will see results and feel better in no time.

You’ve worked hard all year so give yourself a break this summer. Take a breather to smell the roses; pick up a new skill or hobby; enjoy the company of your friends. Just be!

Bocce

International Tournament Bocce Set $129.00

Bocce can be played any where – any time. You need no special setup for a friendly game. Our tournament quality bocce set features solid, one piece construction bocce balls with precision roundness and balance.

The balls are made with thermo set composition resin and are striped for 2-4 player competition. Manufactured to International Bocce specifications and is the official ball of the United States Bocce Federation.

Rhone Wine Set $80.00

Impressive ratchet style wine bottle opener, wine thermometer, stopper and foil cutter held securely in a mahogany finished case with antique brass latch.

Rhone Wine Set

About Green and Green

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We can help you customize to suit your budget, event or theme; we can even incorporate your logo or promotional material. We are here to make your gift giving easy and hassle free. Whatever the celebration you will find the perfect gift for the occasion – a presentation that beautifully expresses both the pleasure of giving and receiving.We are proud to have provided goodwill since 1993.

We care that every client has a pleasant and hassle free gift giving experience; which is reflected by the gifts that we prepare and deliver on your behalf.

To make the best impression, contact us at Green & Green and plan ahead.

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1576 Rand Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6P 3G2

telephone:

604.689.5027 or 1.800.397.2882

email:

info@greenNgreen.com

blog:

www.greenNgreen.com/blog

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Copyright and Reprints

This newsletter and all contents are Copyright 2005, Green & Green. All Rights Reserved. Reprints joyfully granted. To reprint our feature article, please include this bio, along with an active link:

Green & Green helps businesses and individuals give the perfect gift in any situation. Whether it’s tracking down great client appreciation gifts, finding the just-right new baby gift, or thanking an employee, you’ll find a wide selection of gifts at our site.