I love hearing about businesses that have taken the lead to make their products more sustainable.  When I stumbled upon Snoqualmie Vineyards I knew I had to share it with our readers.  They have a wide selection of wines (Naked, Snoqualmie and Reserve) that would compliment a Seattle wedding reception perfectly. Their wines are all made in Washington state, are certified organic and the company has a strong commitment towards sustainable wine production.  You can read more about their commitment to the environment here. So if you are still searching for that perfect wine to serve at your Seattle green wedding reception, look no further. :)

I might even have to pick up a bottle of the Gewurtztraminer myself.

Images courtsey of Snoqualmie Vineyards

I love the idea of sourcing locally as much as possible for your wedding. Not only are you reducing the total carbon footprint of your wedding but by sourcing locally you also help to promote and sustain the community in which you live.  Here in Seattle we are lucky to have such a plethora of talented, local vendors.  Lately I have been obsessing over Simply Seattle Chocolates.  They have a storefront downtown and offer a wide selection of chocolates sourced from all over the Pacific Northwest (some are even fair trade). 

Their chocolates are absolutely delicious and I think they would make such a cute wedding favor!  I love the idea of buying a box and putting a single chocolate on each guests chair.  Trust me they will definitely get eaten!   

Here is an example of what they would look like at your reception: 

Images courtsey of Simply Seattle Chocolates, Gifts.com and One Wed

I am so excited to share with you Seattle's very first Cupcake Camp!  So what is a Cupcake Camp exactly and how can all you green brides benefit from it? Well just think of it is a really big cake tasting! It is a completely volunteer run event brought to you by our very talented Seattle cupcake experts at Bella Cupcake Couture. You can participate in the Cupcake Camp Seattle a number of ways:

• bake or buy cupcakes to donate
• come to eat cupcakes!
• help raise money for a good cause
  

There will be activities such as baking competitions, cupcake wrapper decorating and cupcake eating!  The best part is that it is FREE and all donations will go towards Hope Heart Institute. 

This event is a great way to find inspiration for your own wedding while raising money for a good cause!  Find out more details on the event here.

When: Saturday, April 10, 2010 11am-2pm

Where: 415 Westlake, Seattle, WA

Have any of you brides thought about doing something other than wedding cake for dessert?  I came across this article the other day on Twitter and absolutely fell in love with the idea.  Here is a step by step on how to make mini pie desserts in mason jars!  This would be such a great favor or parting gift for your guests!  I also think this would be a great way to reduce your wedding costs as you can have a small wedding cake for you and your husband to cut and then provide each of your guests with their own personal dessert!  I hope one of you decides to do this for your own wedding!

Step by Step Process in photos:

Images courtsey of Our Best Bites

I must admit fall is my absolute favorite season!  I love all the colors, the hot apple cider and cozy sweaters and cuddling up by a fire when its cold and dark outside.  I wish I could have had a fall wedding; I love the color palette and all the fun eco-friendly decor ideas that are so easy to incorporate during this season.  Today I was inspired by some beautiful fall wedding cakes for all you green brides who are getting married this season.  Enjoy!

All images courtsey of The Knot