Wedding Registries: A long-term investment

Here are a few statistics associated with the cost of weddings in Canada nowadays. (Statistics from Weddingbells.ca)

·        Average expected cost of a wedding is $20,129 (up from $19,279 in 2009)

·        During the engagement period, couples buy: (Statistics from About.com)

• $4 billion in furniture  
• $3 billion in house wares       
• $400 million in tableware
• Average amount spent per guest on wedding gift: 85$- 150$ 

Over the past few years the wedding landscape has drastically changed.

Brides and grooms are getting married later in life (27 years old and 29 years old, respectively). As a result, more and more couples have amassed a wide array of furniture, house ware, and/or tableware before getting
married.

Today couples who need items can simply register at their favorite department store and create their own personal “wish list”. Thus, gone are the days of receiving useless gives and/ or the same gift twice.

A great idea for brides and grooms to be is to invest in items or products that are long-term assets. The new “it” thing is bamboo; bamboo cutting boards, bamboo sheets, bamboo furniture, etc.  For example, bamboo sheets have a lifespan far greater than cotton sheets (given the proper maintenance) and they carry hypoallergenic and antibacterial properties that can’t be beat. Bamboo sheets of 300 to 500 thread count offer quality that can challenge 1000 thread count cotton. Finally, bamboo can keep you cool on your hottest nights and can keep you warm even when your significant other can’t.

Happy shopping!

Discover your Bamboo personality

We know that you are unique, just like bamboo bed sheets, not everyone thinks or act like you.

This is why we want to let you find out the most interesting, accurate and fun means of your personality

Each one of this bamboo figures have something to say about your personality. Do you want to know what they say about your personality?

Let’s start.......

Look good this 5 Bamboo images and choose the one you like the most

Spiral

Straight

Circle

Squiggle

Rectangle

Now let’s see the meaning of the figure you just choose!!

You are like a Bamboo spiral, you have a discreet charm. You are intelligent, thoughtful and sincere. You are efficient and hard working. You are well organized and you do a good job of balancing personal and professional responsibilities. You have a tendency to be fussy and charming.

You are like a Bamboo Straight, you like structure and regularity. You are very intelligent and you know what u want. You have a talent for leadership, a tendency toward self-indulgence and a high level of generosity.

You are like a Bamboo Circle; you are a goal-oriented person. You enjoy planning something out and then doing it. You are motivated by the accomplishment. You are adventurous, fiery and brilliant.

You are like a Bamboo Squiggle you have an incredible outgoing nature. You enjoy being surrounded by your friends and family. You are warm hearted and extrovert.

You are like a Bamboo Rectangle, you are extremely sensible and you have a moody nature. You love material security and comfort. Often you are view as very materialistic. You have a very protective and emotionally personality. When it comes to decision-making and problem solving, you mostly will use your instincts, rather than the logic.

Have a Merry Merry Bamboo Christmas!

33 days away from Christmas!! People around the world are starting to itch in anticipation of the Big Day! Aren’t you…

                                 

What gifts should you buy for those you love?

and of course, what gift do you want Santa to take out of that sled when he get to your house??

If you’re looking for a creative start to your wish list or ‘give’ list, bamboo products are a trendy and eco-friendly choice. Whether it’s bamboo bed sheets, bamboo utensils, hand crafted bamboo ornaments or even bamboo clothing, there is something for everyone!

And now I leave you with a little bit of food for thought… With the worlds' increasing awareness of the need to use renewable resources, should we use highly recognizable figures, such as Santa, to send this message to our children? Where am I going with this you ask??

Think about it…Of course! Santa on a Bamboo Sled! Genius or not?? You tell me if you think thats a good idea…So POST A COMMENT and let me know !

My guess is that it would be better than to see Santa pull up in this… Can you imagine? Funny nonetheless : D

"House of Bamboo"

After a week of hard work, Friday night is greatly appreciated to relax and unwind. Some people like to go out, and some love to just get into those Bamboo Bed Sheets, lie down, and enjoy a classic movie to start off the busy weekend.

“House of Bamboo”, is one of the first Hollywood films to be shot on location in Japan. A Sam Fuller 1955 classic drama/crime Film Noir movie is action packed and straight to the point. The storyline takes place in Tokyo, where a gang starts holding up U.S ammunition carrying trains. This classic movie is filled with romantic twists, political views, American investigations, gunfights, and an easy going storyline to encompass the classical feel. The realistic setting truly adds interest and enjoyment to the movie. So lie down and get comfortable because “House of Bamboo” will take you on a classy movie getaway.