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Summer Invitation Round Up – Palm Tree Wedding Invitations

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Summer Invitation Round Up - Palm Tree Wedding Invitations

Vinyl, Rose Gold, & All Things Palm

Summer is coming to an end and whether you were a blushing bride, a newly engaged bride-to-be or maybe you just love wedding talk… it’s time to chat trends. As the summer season ends and a new one begins it’s fun to reflect on all the trends we saw especially the ones we loved!

If you are into reminiscing on another summer full of romance you’ve come to the right place and if you’re gathering up your own ideas for your special day buckle up for this summer invitation round up and take notes!

Vinyl, Rose Gold, & All Things Palm

Clear Wedding Invitations

Clear Wedding Invitations

Clear wedding invitations were on fire this summer. They are a newer design concept and one that’s only becoming more popular. Clear wedding invitations can be made in various ways and will be a bit different from vendor to vendor. Since Basic Invite is sponsoring this wedding invitation inspired post we are highlighting their take on clear.

Unlike traditional acrylic wedding invitations that are so thick it makes them almost impossible to mail, Basic Invite offers a clear vinyl stock that can be sent using a regular envelope with no additional postage. Their clear collection comes in standard clear and a frosted clear option for two standout looks. Printed with the finest bright white ink these clear wedding invitations will be trending for seasons to come!

Rose Gold Foil

Rose Gold Foil

The newest addition to Basic Invite’s foil line is rose gold and this summer was full of blush tones to match! They also offer foil in gold and silver and all three colors come in a flat or raised option. Rose gold is trendy because it screams bridal and offers up a one-of-a-kind detail that guests will love. Not to mention rose gold makes for a bridal party fairytale!

Any foil color you opt for is going to continue trending and to take this trend a step further, pair your foil invitations with a metallic envelope color to bring this look full circle. It is sure to impress!

Palm Tree Details

Palm Tree Details

Sometimes understated isn’t the best option. Choosing a themed design that matches the season in a bold and obvious way can help play up the party and get guests excited for what’s to come! Palm tree wedding invitations were a huge design trend this summer and we hope this theme sticks through next summer for all the brides-to-be!

This theme is so good that stopping at the invitation design just isn’t enough! Incorporating other palm accents like palm leaves, palm trees, and other summery nautical nodes will make your day one to remember!

Basic Invite offers some of the most timeless designs, but it always sure to keep up with the trends and offer some of the most innovative invitations around. Check out Basic Invite on social media at @basicinvite for all things invite inspiration and use code 15FF51 at checkout to receive 15% off your trendy purchase.

They carry everything from business cards and personalized stationery to birthday party invites and holiday cards. The options are endless!

5 Green And Environment Friendly Home Renovation Ideas

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5 Green And Environment Friendly Home Renovation Ideas

Owning your own property can be a great way to build long-term wealth. While there are many advantages that come with owning a property, to maximize the value you will need to make certain repairs and renovations over time. When you are looking to make renovations and repair today, one great option would be to make renovations using green materials. There are several green renovations options in particular that could make your home more environmentally friendly and also improve the value of your property.

1) Replacing Windows

One of the best green improvements you can make to your home would be to replace your windows with energy-efficient windows. Energy-efficient windows do a much better job of keeping a home warm during the winter and cool during the summer months. This can lead to a significant reduction in your overall energy bills on a monthly basis. Energy-efficient windows can also improve the curb appeal of your home and can be one of the best renovation and repair investments that you can make.

2) Sustainable Flooring

One of the most common trends in housing today is to install hardwood floors. While hardwood floors are beautiful and give a home a very natural look, the use of maple, cherry, and other types of woods in hardwood flooring is not sustainable. While traditional hardwood floors are not made of sustainable materials, there are other more sustainable options that look very similar. Some of the best options to consider today include installing floors made from bamboo or cork, both of which are sustainable, look great, and are very durable.

3) HVAC and Appliances

Another great improvement that you can make to your property that will help to make it more energy efficient is to invest in energy-efficient appliances. Energy efficient appliances, such as HVAC systems, refrigerators, and washing machines, focus on using far less energy than traditional appliances. This can greatly help to reduce your energy usage and bills on a monthly basis. These appliances can also add to the value of your home and provide you with great service.

4) Gas Fireplace

5 Green Upgrades for Your Home

One of the nicest ways to end a long day during the winter is to enjoy a night by the fire in your home. While most people prefer the sound and smell of wood fireplaces, wood-burning fireplaces are not great for the environment. Not only does it lead to deforestation, but it can pollute the local environment as well. A better option today would be to upgrade to a direct-vent gas fireplace. These require no wood and far less gas than other fireplace options.

5) Landscaping

Finally, improving your landscaping can be a great green addition to any home. A nice yard with plenty of nice plants can greatly improve the overall curb appeal of your property. While it can make your home look nicer, landscaping improvements can also be better for the environment. For example, a tree and shrubs can provide additional shade to your home, which can keep it naturally cool during the hot summer months. You could also make a small vegetable garden, which will allow you to grow some of your own food.

Ruffed Grouse Shooting – Tips From A Professional Hunter

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Ruffed Grouse Shooting - Tips From A Professional Hunter

Ruffed grouse give even experienced hunters and fine wingshots all the challenge they want when it comes to putting birds in the bag. I’ll tell you my stats just to give you an idea of what to expect. During the early weeks of the season, when foliage is still summer-thick, I catch a glimpse of about half the birds that flush. I manage to connect on about one out of every four attempts. When the leaves come down, unless a bird flushes wild, I catch a glimpse of nearly every bird and connect on about half of them. Hopefully, your numbers will be better than mine.

I’ve been out hunting a number of times with friends who have been much more familiar with hunting other upland game birds–pheasants, sharptailed grouse, prairie chickens, partridges, etc. No matter how much I warn them beforehand, their initial exasperating remark is something like, “How the devil are you supposed to kill a bird you hardly ever see?”

And hidden in that question is the key to connecting on ruffed grouse: Expect only a glimpse. If you happen to catch a full view of the bird as it zips across an opening or zooms across a logging trail, consider that a bonus. To connect on grouse, you shoot where they aren’t yet, not where they were.

Now, please don’t misunderstand. I would never condone shooting at sound only. But if you want to hit grouse with anything even approaching consistency, you will want to be mounting your shotgun or your hunting crossbow at the sound of every flush. If you wait until you see the bird, it is very often going to be too late. Most of the time all you are going to get are fleeting glimpses. Your goal is to put a swarm of 7-1/2 out in front of that glimpse. Ignore the trees, leaves, vines and brush. You only need a couple of pellets on target.

Hunting With a Dog

Hunting with a good dog will not only help you locate more grouse, but give you an edge when it comes to hitting grouse as well. The dog, whether pointer or flusher, will let you know when there is a grouse in the area. This will allow you to anticipate the flush. That may not sound like much of an edge, but trust me, that advance notice is huge.

Ruffed Grouse Hunting With A Dog

If you hunt without a dog, get in the habit of playing the old stop-and-go game. When you are in good cover, stop every 15 to 20 steps and stand still for 10 seconds or so. Often, a bird that would’ve let you walk on by had you proceeded with a steady gait, becomes unnerved at the sudden silence and flushes.

And speaking of unnerved, if that blast of whirring grouse wings does not do something wonderful to your nervous system, well, beats me why you’re hunting in the first place!

I hope my tips will help you better your ruffed grouse hunting skills and this season will be the best one for you. Good luck!

Outdoor Camping Essentials, Food, Supplies, Gear Checklist

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Outdoor Camping Essentials, Food, Supplies, Gear Checklist

When the warmer weather returns, lots of people launch their summer activities once again. For some, this means taking their equipment as well as going outdoor camping. Whether you are brand-new to camping or a seasoned outdoors person, there are camping basics – items you do not want to forget to bring with you on each outdoor camping trip. Identifying everything you require beforehand will maintain your trip delightful as well as assist you to be prepared for varying climate condition or anything else that can show up throughout your journey.

Some Outdoor Camping Basics

There are various types and also sizes, depending on exactly what your demands are as well as just what you like. Coleman likewise has bigger, 8 individual tents that you could make use of to camp with a big group or family. Along with your outdoor backpacking tents, make certain you have sufficient tent poles and fixes plus a mallet to drive the fixes in as well as a top quality groundsheet or tarpaulin.

Next on the listing of outdoor camping basics list are resting bags or bivy bags. If you like something a little bit more deluxe, you can check into buying an airbed, several of which also feature integrated pillows. If you prefer to make use of airbeds, see to it you bring along a pump for them or a battery ran pump and also batteries.

Outdoor Campfire At A Campsite In The Woods

For your cooking demands don’t forget the food preparation gear, recipes and also tools. There are several stoves as well as grills to pick from the Coleman business and be available in a range of configuration from ones you ‘d lug in a knapsack to a lot bigger grills. If you would certainly such as, there are even exterior camping frying pan sets that could change things up. A bar-b-que made for your campground is constantly a great choice. Depending upon your preferences, you can bring tables as well as chairs with you that fold, or merely thinking of sitting on the ground or house made seats such as a log.

Other camping essentials consist of smaller things such as lights or torches, heaters if required, maps, first aid kits and also insect repellents. Relying on exactly what you will be doing, field glasses are terrific for bird viewing, and also pedometers are handy if you plan on trekking and wish to measure just how much you took.

If you are with your family members, maintain your kids delighted by bringing outdoor playthings and also online games such as squirt weapons or inflatable toys for the water if you will be near a lake. Additionally a great deck of cards comes in helpful as well as does not occupy much space.

Conclusion

Before you start on your outdoor camping adventure, make certain to have a complete list of all the vital items you will certainly require and also undergo it a few times to verify that it is all packed up as well as prepared to go. Doing this will certainly guarantee you have an enjoyable trip with everything you require handy.