I love garland, but who doesn’t, right? This week’s Earth Friendly Etsy Shop – Red or Gray Art features the loveliest recycled garland. Garland to hang across your mantle, above your windows or doors, or simple on a wall – garland anywhere is a good thing.
Red or Gray Art is owned by Elaine Kean in Dallas, Texas. Elaine has been crafting one of kind collages, mobiles, wall hangings, cards and my favorite garland in her kitchen since 2008. She loves to use recycled papers, old worn book pages, sheet music and scraps of fabric to create her lovely collection. Elaine is inspired by nature and loves to watch the birds playing in her backyard while she works. She is also inspired by the art of letter writing – which I love, love, love, I myself have a major love affair with handwritten letters.
A little more background on Elaine:
Elaine is married and has 2 daughters and a 12 year old rescue Golden Retriever. She finds happiness in music – She plays guitar and sings, chocolate and her camera. You can find her life in photos on her blog Red or Gray or on her daily black and white photo blog Red or Gray Black and White.
Elaine’s yard is a registered Texas Natural Space, which means that she plants a high percentage of plants that are native to her area. She is also a vegetarian, huge recycler, composter and water harvester. How fantastic is that?
Elaine is giving one of her lovely garlands to a Sweet Greens readers, just visit Red or Gray and leave a comment below to enter!
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A huge thank you to Elaine at Red or Gray Art for hosting this lovely giveaway.
Giveaway ends June 30th @ 12am EST.
*Update: Winner: Pat Boutilier. Congratulations!
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