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There’s no reason you need to disregard your carbon footprint on your wedding day. Vendors are becoming increasingly environmentally conscious resulting in a plethora of options for the eco-friendly bride. From dresses to centrepieces, you can source a natural, sustainable, recycled, alternative for just about anything on your list of wedding must-haves. In honour of Earth Day we’ve gathered up 15 of our favourite eco-friendly wedding items to help you create the green wedding of your dreams.

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51546 These unique invitations, printed on eco-friendly, sustainably-harvested wood, are a great alternative to traditional paper cards. Invitations by <a href="http://nightowlpapergoods.com/product.php?productid=1361&cat=22&page=1&personalize=y" target="_blank">Night Owl Paper Goods</a>. eco invites https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-invites-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-invites.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-invites.jpg 550 438 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-invites/ eco-invites 0 0

51548 Take a break from the typical floral arrangement and try this instead. Made entirely of buttons, stones and feathers, this unique bridal bouquet will last a lifetime. Bouquet by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/69291937/cream-and-white-button-and-feather?ref=sr_gallery_42&ga_search_query=feather+bouquet&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=all" target="_blank">Blue Petyl on Etsy</a>. eco bouquet https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-bouquet-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-bouquet.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-bouquet.jpg 550 710 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-bouquet/ eco-bouquet 0 0

51604 These unique, hand-dyed bridesmaid dresses are made to order using recycled and salvaged material such as vintage slips. Dresses by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/72559802/custom-made-bridesmaids-dresses?ref=sr_gallery_7&ga_search_query=recycled+bridesmaid+dress&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_page=2&ga_search_type=handmade" target="_blank">Armour sans Anguish on Etsy</a>. eco bridesmaids https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-bridesmaids-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-bridesmaids.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-bridesmaids.jpg 550 821 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-bridesmaids/ eco-bridesmaids 0 0

51554 This dress, made from silk organza with a reclaimed silk charmeuse lining, is a great eco-friendly option for an outdoor summer wedding. Dress by <a href="http://www.puremagnolia.ca/2010/03/the-beaded-silk-organza-a-line-dress/" target="_blank">Pure Magnolia </a>. eco dress https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-dress-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-dress.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-dress.jpg 550 825 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-dress/ eco-dress 0 0

51556 This ring pillow, made from birch bark and preserved sheet moss, is perfect for a celebration inspired by nature. Pillow by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/75028641/personalized-birch-bark-moss-ring-bearer?ref=sr_gallery_9&ga_search_query=moss+ring+pillow&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_type=handmade" target="_blank">Floral Accents on Etsy</a>. eco ring pillow https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-ring-pillow-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-ring-pillow.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-ring-pillow.jpg 550 413 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-ring-pillow/ eco-ring-pillow 0 0

51547 Looking for a simple DIY project for your wedding day? Try these vintage-inspired Mason jar table numbers. See how you can <a href="http://www.weddingbells.ca/blogs/diy-wedding-ideas/2011/08/31/make-your-own-vintage-inspired-table-numbers/" target="_blank">make these table numbers</a>. eco table https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-table-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-table.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-table.jpg 550 605 {"aperture":"4","camera":"Canon PowerShot G11","created_timestamp":"1313497874","focal_length":"6.1","iso":"160","shutter_speed":"0.02"} https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-table/ eco-table 0 0

51543 Have a handyman for a groom? Then get him to work on this DIY project using recycled windows -- it's a great way to present your seating chart. Seating chart windows by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/85446249/vintage-rustic-seating-chart-on-old " target="_blank">Beyond White on Etsy</a>. eco seating chart https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-seating-chart-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-seating-chart.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-seating-chart.jpg 550 978 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-seating-chart/ eco-seating-chart 0 0

51553 These personalized natural twig pencils are sure to be a conversation piece on your guest book table. Guest book pen by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/77266767/wedding-guest-book-pen-rustic-wedding?image_id=255318540" target="_blank">Bragging Bags on Etsy</a>. eco guest book https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-guest-book-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-guest-book.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-guest-book.jpg 550 809 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-guest-book/ eco-guest-book 0 0

51606 Perfect for that whimsical backyard wedding, these paper ornaments are made from recycled book pages. Paper Ornaments by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/87948079/recycled-paper-ball-cute-wedding?ref=sr_gallery_13&ga_search_query=recycled+wedding&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_page=9&ga_search_type=all" target="_blank">Tiny Kiwi Creations on Etsy</a>. eco decorations https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-decorations-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-decorations.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-decorations.jpg 550 367 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-decorations/ eco-decorations 0 0

51549 Even your sweet table can be green. Opt for a bakery that uses local, organic, sustainably-produced ingredients like Sweet Naturally in Vancouver. Photography by <a href="http://dicksonsimages.com/snwordpress/?page_id=397" target="_blank">Sweet Naturally</a>. eco cake https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-cake-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-cake.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-cake.jpg 550 355 {"aperture":"9","camera":"NIKON D300","created_timestamp":"1297511255","focal_length":"12","iso":"200","shutter_speed":"1.3"} https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-cake/ eco-cake 0 0

51550 This decorative vintage cake stand was made from a recycled plate and candle holder. It's ornate design is pretty enough for the most elegant eco-friendly wedding. Cake stand by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/75208126/cake-stand-upcycled-vintage-plate-and?ref=sr_gallery_38&ga_search_query=eco+wedding&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_type=handmade" target="_blank">My Vintage New England on Etsy</a>. eco cake stand https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-cake-stand-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-cake-stand.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-cake-stand.jpg 550 426 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-cake-stand/ eco-cake-stand 0 0

51555 This fun guest favour card features two plantable paper lovebirds sure to blossom like your relationship. Favour cards by <a href="http://weddingbells.weddingstar.com/product/hang-with-us-personalized-favor-card-with-seed-paper-love-birds" target="_blank">The Weddingbells Store</a>. eco favour 2 https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-favour-2-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-favour-2.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-favour-2.jpg 550 660 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-favour-2/ eco-favour-2 0 0

51542 Send your guests home with a personalized message of sustainability by using these totes as favours. Favours by <a href="http://weddingbells.weddingstar.com/product/eco-folding-multi-use-tote-made-of-natural-cotton" target="_blank">The Weddingbells Store</a>. eco favour https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-favour-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-favour.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-favour.jpg 550 660 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-favour/ eco-favour 0 0

51613 Constructed using pages from a vintage atlas, this recycled decor item would be perfect for a travel-themed wedding. Centrepiece by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/87847731/paper-globe-large-10-inch-origami?ref=sr_gallery_27&ga_search_query=recycled+wedding&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_page=19&ga_search_type=all" target="_blank">BookBW on Etsy</a>. 2 eco centrepiece https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/2-eco-centrepiece-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/2-eco-centrepiece.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/2-eco-centrepiece.jpg 550 549 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/2-eco-centrepiece/ 2-eco-centrepiece 0 0

51551 Natural stones make a great alternative to the traditional guest book. Have your guests to sign them then permanently display them in your home or garden after the wedding. Guest book alternative by <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/65373723/wishing-stones-guest-book-alternative" target="_blank">The Papery Nook on Etsy</a>. eco guest book 2 https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-guest-book-2-105x105.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-guest-book-2.jpg https://weddingbells.ca/wp-content/uploads/2012/04/eco-guest-book-2.jpg 550 748 [] https://weddingbells.ca/planning/15-green-wedding-ideas-for-the-eco-friendly-bride/slide/eco-guest-book-2/ eco-guest-book-2 0 0