The Latest Addition Is Sage Garden!

Here it is! The latest addition to the garden collection arrived today! "Sage Garden" is a lovely combination of pale green flowers and brown leaves on a sage background. It is - like all the others - a must have. Look for me out and about with it. I just know it will attract a lot of attention!

Metro Vancouver Board wants Provincial Ban on Plastic Bags

The Metro Vancouver board passed a resolution Friday asking the B.C. government to ban single-use disposable shopping bags. Read the story:

http://www.cbc.ca/canada/british-columbia/story/2008/10/03/bc-plastic-bag-use.html

Vancouver Moves to Ban the Plastic Bag

I heard today that Vancouver City Council is considering banning plastic bags altogether in this fair city of ours, using the model that San Francisco has demonstrated. Australia and several other countries have already done away with plastic bags; China has ended free ones. I think Vancouverites will welcome the chance to do their part in reducing the pollution from discarded plastic bags, and to help reduce our dependence on oil, from which plastic bags are made.

Aren't you glad we have an alternative to the plastic bag, or any bag for that matter? We won't even notice when the plastic bag is gone!

Testimonials

Are you interested in reading testimonials? Check out the testimonial section by scrolling down and viewing on the right hand side.

Do you have a testimonial you would like to share with me and other basket owners and potential basket owners? Have you discovered a use for your basket that others might like to know about?

I think we should have a little raffle at the end of October to acknowledge everyone who is kind enough to take the time to write. Check back soon to see a picture of the raffle prize.

Here is a little someone fullfilling his imagination!

A customer picked up a small Chocolate Garden basket to stash her knitting in. It wasn't long before someone else had another idea, and I think he won! Way to go Redd!

Susie Wall's On-line Flare Magazine Article Features These Baskets!

Naturally I was thrilled, when Susie Wall phoned to say, that her sister had given her a basket and she was so taken with it, that she wanted to feature the baskets in an article in the on-line Flare Magazine!

Her article suggests how great the baskets are for picnics... which of course they are, but don't forget all the other excuses we have to use them!

Check out Susie's article by clicking on the following link:
http://www.flare.com/fun/article.jsp?content=20080815_143533_20132

Thanks Susie!

These Baskets are Definitely Waterproof!

Ok, here is another unfortunate experience I had today, but a good experience to share with you never the less!

I went to the grocery store to pick up a few things, one of which was milk. I placed the 1 litre plastic milk container on the bottom of my Cranberry Garden basket and continued shopping. As I was unloading my basket at the checkout, I found that half of the milk had leaked out of the plastic bottle and into the bottom of my basket! The cashier directed me to a sink where I poured the milk out, and with a few paper towels I mopped up the rest, then packed up my groceries and headed home. Thank goodness the baskets are water proof or surely I would have been wearing the milk! The whole mess was contained, and easily cleaned up. When I got home I rinsed the basket out thoroughly with cold water and left it to dry.

The more I use these baskets, the more I appreciate them!

Do you have an experience you would like to share?

How Do You Clean/Wash the Baskets?

Well, I didn't have any personal experience until last week after I attended the local Farmer's Market.

I tend to be pretty careful with my baskets and other than a few crumbs to tip out, I have had no need to wash any of my (large) collection of baskets. You see, I have all colours and patterns in use, because I like to co-ordinate with what I'm wearing. And besides, I could never pick out just one pattern or colour to be my favourite.

So I purchased some beautiful fresh beets and placed them in my lovely Lime basket. Note here... I did not use a plastic bag. When I got home I discovered that the lovely fresh beets had left a lovely stain on my basket! Oh my!

I rinsed the basket with water and added a little liquid hand soap, that I rubbed in with one of the new Tupperware Microfiber Cloths. To my sheer delight the whole stain came out! I gave my basket a quick rinse and set it out in a shady spot to dry. In a couple of hours you wouldn't have known that it wasn't a new basket. Phew!

Folding Baskets vs Collapsible Baskets

Ok, I admit it... I should refer to them as folding baskets, not collapsible baskets. My husband mentioned that he saw a collapsible basket that collapsed when the user placed it on a table! All of the contents spilled out! So as not to mislead you , I must clarify that these baskets fold for convenience and for packing into a suitcase, but that they are very sturdy and will never let you down!

Baskets

Yes! The new stock has arrived.. Chocolate Garden in both large and small, and Black Magic! in small! You will not be disappointed!

Purchasing a Basket

If you are wondering about price and how to purchase a basket, please scroll down to the bottom of the catalogue on the right side of the site for the particulars. I had included the information some time ago as part of the main body, but eventually the information disappears at the bottom of the page... where you have to hunt around for it. Now the information will be in a permenant location and will not disappear into the night.

Please contact me directly by e-mail or phone for further information. I am delighted to have you as a customer and will provide you with exceptional service! You, along with my many customers, will love your basket!

Chocolate Garden

So here it is... a picture of Chocolate Garden fully expanded. Now you can appreciate its beauty!

Two Bits of Good News!

I am please to let you know that the very popular Black Magic! basket is now available in small as well as large!

And... we have a new addition to our Basket Collection called "Chocolate Garden"! I only have a picture of the folded basket, but stay tuned for an expanded basket picture coming soon. This lovely piece will take us nicely into fall.

Both of these additions will be in stock within the next week or so.

FREE Baskets!

Would you like to earn your basket FREE? A few people have suggested that we do Basket Parties, fashioned after the Tupperware Party, and that the host be rewarded with a basket for organizing the party. So, let's do it! You invite your friends and neighbours... or anyone you would like to invite, and I'll bring the baskets in all colours and patterns, and in both sizes. Everyone shops and when we've sold 10 baskets, you will have earned yours FREE! What happens if we don't sell 10 at your party? You will get 10% off of your basket for each basket sold at your party. There is no limit on the number of baskets you can earn.

These collapsible baskets are hot! People are buying them 10 at a time. They are fantastic for gifts, as well as for personal use, so don't forget Mom on Mother's Day, birthdays, anniversaries, new baby gifts, shower gifts, and best friend gifts. These baskets are unique and useful, and best of all - they are affordable.

Book your Basket Party today!

Mother's Day Ideas

Are you looking for a special Mother's Day gift?

A collapsible basket is the perfect gift! Give it "as is", or fill it with her favourite things... bath items for unwinding, flower shop treasures, or picnic goodies - to name a few!

They make wonderful Birthday, Anniversary, Shower, and "Just Because" gifts too!

"Pistachio" Another Addition to the Basket Collection

Pistachio is a lovely neutral colour with a slight tinge of green that looks fabulous with blacks and greys. Its picture does not do Pistachio justice... you must see this one in person!

Black Magic!

Finally... a basket to go with your little black dress!

My Own Testimonial

I can only begin to tell you how handy these baskets are! I have several in use at all times, packed with items and ready to go out the door. They are wonderful for grocery shopping, and I really feel good about the number of bags - both plastic and paper - I have saved from the landfill. I get lots of positive comments from customers and sales people, and surprise when they discover how little they cost!
I pack my water bottle and towel in a basket to take to the gym. Once there I put all of my belongings in my basket... my keys, fleece, scarf, membership card, etc. so I don't forget anything when I leave.
I even carry my speakers and other accessories for my laptop in a basket.
And don't forget that we have many choices of colour and patterns to co-ordinate with what we are wearing, and our moods!

Testimonials

Do you have a testimonial you would like me to include? Just let me know what you use your basket for, and how much you are enjoying it, and look for your testimonial on this blog. Everyone who provides me with a testimonial will be included in a Tupperware draw to be held at the end of February!

Collapsible Baskets

This blog was created to show you that there are alternatives to the disposible plastic bag. In Vancouver there is a large movement to "ban the plastic bag", as they have done in Australia and more recently in China. (Join the Facebook group "ban the plastic bag", and show up for the Vancouver City Council meeting Thursday January 31 to show your support). At Capers there was a sign today, that says they will no longer have disposible plastic bags after Earth Day, which is traditionally an April celebration.

There are lots of recycled reuseable bags available, many with a grocery store logo on them, but there are few other alternatives. What about the soft fruits and tomatoes that are easily bruised and squashed in these bags? Really, the best alternative is a basket. And not just any old basket, but a fashionable, collapsible basket!

These baskets come in an assortment of colours and are available in 2 sizes. I think they are well priced and I know they are very durable.

These environmentally friendly baskets are:

• fashionable
• lightweight
• foldable
• waterproof
• durable

available in 2 sizes:

Small - 16" x 9" x 8" $22 ea.
Large - 18" x 10" x 9.5" $25 ea.

... or purchase two (one of each size) for $45.

You may mix and match colours and patterns. These nifty urban totes are a fashionable and chic alternative to plastic bags! They are lightweight and easy to fold - perfect for shopping, picnics, work, outings with the kids or pets... and don't forget they are great for carrying or storing your Tupperware too! Their uses are limited only by your imagination! They also make great gifts! Give me a call and pop over to see them!