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  • The Reason Why Many of Our Customers Never Plant Our Seed Paper Products (And it’s Painful)

    The Reason Why Many of Our Customers Never Plant Our Seed Paper Products (And it’s Painful)

    We are like those cheerful children on a Christmas evening eagerly waiting to open their precious presents when we get countless seed paper orders from our clients. Filled with enthusiasm and excitement we ship our beautiful handmade seed paper products to every customer and patiently await for them to bloom it into bright and pretty flowers. But it seems like all our effort to create a sustainable future fails exceedingly when we do not achieve the outcome we desire. It is painful to witness that most of our buyers actually do not end up planting the paper due to various silly and absurd reasons. Shocking right?

    For us, seed paper is our baby and it truly hurts when it’s not treated well. So for our baby’s sake here’s bursting some myths and excuses on planting seed paper products.

    1. Too pretty to let go

    Yes, this is one of the many reasons that we are told when our seed paper products are not planted. They feel our products are so unique and mesmerising that they are more worthy to be framed than planted. Of course we aim to deliver products which are well designed and of high quality but that certainly does not mean you won’t plant them! At the end of the day, the whole purpose of a normal everyday product being infused with seeds is that it meets the soil and nourishes our nature when its use is over. And, just one more thing- if you find our seed paper products gorgeous, wait until you plant them. When this paper blooms into a petite flower its charm will be unmatched to any of our products.

    2. Gardening is not my cup of tea

    Everyone loves to switch and opt for a green alternative. But, when it’s time to really execute a green move we all raise our hands. This is precisely what happens with our seed paper products. People buy them with the perception of creating a healthy environment but fall short on their task for various reasons. For instance, it’s never on your to do list to go shopping for soil, or to actually remove time and put in all the effort to plant our products. To be honest, getting your hands dirty in the soil and feeding it enough water is an extremely soothing and relaxing activity for your mind. As for the soil and requirements of other planting tools- folks we live in a digitally advanced world so please let’s use amazon, flipkart and other portals to order some nourishments for our plants.

    3. Laziness the Root of all Problems

    They say, being lazy is the prime reason for not being able to succeed in life. Especially, when laziness comes in way of planting trees, the cost of which is our beautiful nature. Our lazy and take everything for granted attitude today is ruining our planet’s tomorrow. So it’s time we pull up our socks and create an ambience that our nature appreciates. A bonus to this is that planting our seed paper products is absolutely fun and easy. All you need to do is, put some soil in a large colourful pot, place the delicate seed infused paper in it and water it regularly. Slowly, the paper will decompose in the soil and the seeds will germinate into cute, tiny saplings that very soon will mature into full grown breathtaking plants. Now would you be able to have this impact on nature if you were lazy? Now that we have answered and provided solutions to all the reasons for not planting seed paper products, it’s time for you to take the call. Are you going to let this product rot in the corner of your house or are you going to shower it with loads of soil

  • 6 Reasons why you won’t be able to buy Plantable seed paper in 2019. #3 is killer!

    6 Reasons why you won’t be able to buy Plantable seed paper in 2019. #3 is killer!

    No wait! Don’t go. We were kidding. You can obviously buy plantable seed paper from Pepaa in 2019.

    With plantable seed paper being a brand new product in the market, it’s common for you to be baffled with its concept and its functionality. If you have a hundred questions about plantable seed paper, read along for all things seed paper and discover why seed paper is your best bet.

    We’ve curated 6 reasons why you should be buying plantable seed paper in 2019

    1. It’s made from waste

    Let’s begin with a few eye opening facts. According to statistics, the world generates about 2.12 billion tons of waste globally each year. If this shocks you then keep reading. Out of all the products we buy, 99% of them are disposed within 6 months. In this world of fast paced consumption and disposable culture, recycled products are playing a significant role in putting waste to a meaningful use.

    Seed paper is made from all the waste paper products that is accumulated in the landfills. How, you ask? So, all the waste paper is collected and turned into a pulp like consistency. This pulp is then poured into sheets to take the shape of thin seed paper sheets. Once the dries, what you’re left with is 100% recycled, handmade, plantable seed paper. What’s not to love about something that’s handmade with love, effort as well as the environment?

    • It’s biodegradable

    What happens to all the paper and paper products once you use it. Sadly, its tossed without a thought into trash cans and easily becomes a part of all the mounds of garbage collected everyday. Let’s imagine a way of disposing this waste in a more environmentally friendly way. Here’s our solution for it. Leave this paper in soil and wait for the earth to do its magic. Soon, you will see that the paper has slowly decomposed and vanished into the soil. This means that plantable seed paper is biodegradable in nature. If you’re guilty of using paper and disposing it quickly, plantable seed paper is the one you need.

    • It’s infused with seeds which makes the paper plantable

    We promised, #3 would be killer. And we promise, that a paper that grows into plants is real. Here’s the special part about this unique paper- The handmade and recycled paper is infused with organic seeds. These seeds are handpicked and chosen with care based on your geographical location. This ensures that the seeds bloom, no matter where they are planted. The process of planting the paper is as easy as ABC. Just tear the paper into tiny pieces, place these tiny pieces into soil and water them regularly. In a few days time, you’ll be surprised to see all fascinating things that follow. The seeds will slowly germinate to grow into breathtaking plants. Everything aside, you must buy seed paper for the new green member in your home.

    • It’s a gift no receiver will ever forget

    Seed paper can be amalgamated in any gift item that you are looking for. Whether its a wedding favour or a corporate gift, there’s a plantable seed paper made for every occasion. With opting for plantable seed paper as an eco friendly gifting alternative, you are not only reducing the environmental waste in the landfills, but also giving the receiver a meaningful gift. Its gift that won’t be a burden in their households, but will be seen blooming and adding color around them. It’s an exceptional way of marking a green name in the receivers hearts and minds forever.

    • It’s a fun activity that brings you close to nature

    In a world of today, we’re all engrossed in busy and hectic schedules at all times. This has eliminated any possibility of us connecting with the one that gave us life in the first place. At Pepaa, we encourage some quality time spent with nature and treasure each moment of it. And besides, who doesn’t love to get their hands messy and indulge in a enjoyable time? With plantable seed paper, you can bring back the child in you and experience a whole new side of you that’s aligns you with our mother nature.

    • It allows you to be part of the eco friendly army

    Look around and you’ll be sure to find someone living the sustainable way. The awareness of going green is only spreading day by day which gives rise to more and more eco friendly products being born. Plantable seed paper is one such substitute to waste generating paper that has its own exquisite way of giving back to the earth. It’s a simple yet impactful way of thanking the planet for all that it offers us.

    Now that we know all the reasons we should use plantable seed paper, it’s now the time to act. It’s now the time to take wise decisions in favour of our giver, our sustainer, our environment. Turn a plantable seed paper into a growing plant with Pepaa today and let our children reap the benefits tomorrow.

  • 500 Guests Inspired Us to Buy Plantable Seed Paper Wedding Cards from Pepaa

    Weddings in India have always been a great deal. From decor to catering to venues to guests, every segment is given a thorough thought and a considerable amount of research. As an average indian, I attended countless wedding celebrations across the country. These grand, elaborate events only made me realise the large scale impact that it had on the environment. From wastage of food to extravagant decoration which turned futile, these little things were something that I often thought about. In a few years, it was time for my own wedding day. I was fortunate enough to find a partner who believed in the same values and ethics and also had a hidden love for nature.

    Opting for a giant over the top Indian wedding was never one of our fancies. We didn’t want to celebrate our relationship alone, but also the blessings that were endowed upon us by our compassionate planet earth. We knew we wanted a simple but meaningful green wedding.

    What is a green wedding, you ask? Well, a green wedding is an event that is conscious of its repercussions on the surroundings. In such a mindful event, one pays attention into every detail that organises the event while minimizing any negative effects to the environment.

    At first, implementing such a sustainable event seemed like a lot of leg work. But to our surprise, it turned out to be much easier than we thought. Our commitment to protecting the environment gave us that push and motivated us to keep going.

    The Out Of The Box Thought

    There are so many ways in which you can go eco friendly and reduce any hazardous impact in a wedding. We incorporated many such sustainable aspects like renting wedding decoration, opting for organic food and even distributing waste food to the poor. But something was still missing. A part of us still wanted to do more, to go that extra mile to make a difference.

    We invested a little more time, effort and research and came across the concept of Plantable Seed Paper Wedding Invitation Cards. We fell in love with the concept of our wedding invitation card transforming into a beautiful green tree. This idea made it possible for our wedding day to be remembered for the rest of our lives. This was it. This unique form of wedding invites spoke wonders to us and effectively conveyed our commitment to loving the earth as much as we loved each other.

    Pepaa’s Plantable seed paper wedding card. Shop here

    The idea was that our wedding invites would be printed on a one of kind, handmade sheet of paper which would be plantable in nature. This paper is referred to as seed paper. Once used, this wedding invite had the potential to blossom into flowers. In this way, our guests as well as our planet would receive a special gift that they could cherish. We couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate our wedding day.

    How We Implemented Our Eco Friendly Idea

    We were thrilled to incorporate such a concept, but were clueless at the same time. We then found Pepaa to be India’s most trusted seed paper company. To our surprise, Pepaa’s team turned out to be one of warmest we came across. They eagerly helped us understand how seed paper worked and all the wonderful things it was capable of. We learnt about all the variety of seeds that could be embedded in this handmade paper. We shortlisted tomato, marigold and chilli seeds out of which we finalised marigold. A number of beautiful designs with bright colors and elegant fonts were placed before us so we could choose best for our wedding invite. After a couple of samples, our personalised Plantable Seed Paper wedding cards were ready to be sent to our guests.

    Pepaa’s Plantable seed paper. Shop here

    The Overwhelming Response From Guests

    They say a marriage is ceremony of two individuals and their families coming together. A marriage is the celebration of love and happiness that you cherish and share with all your close people. On this memorable day, we too had 500 of our family members, relatives, and friends showering us with their good wishes. As Indians, we have been taught to give immense respect and treat our guests well. We were elated to be surrounded by 500 of well wishers on our wedding day. We knew that being enveloped by our strong support system will make this day even more magical. Hence, we desired to do something extra special for them. We didn’t want to join the rat race of every wedding. My partner and I were very clear that sending out boring, meaningless wedding cards along with sweets and dry fruits were not our cup of tea. We wanted our day to be remembered by our loved ones forever.

    So, sending out the green wedding cards by Pepaa was the best decision of our lives because they won’t be storing our invitation cards in a dust-filled cupboard. Instead, it will be blooming in their flower garden.

    Pepaa’s seed paper wedding card. Shop here
  • How to live a zero waste lifestyle?

    How to live a zero waste lifestyle?

    7.62 billion. YES, that’s the current growing population of the world today. To sustain a comfortable and luxurious living for this magnanimous group of mankind, our planet earth is exploited daily of it’s precious and high utility, non-renewable resources. Reports suggest that every year our globe is depleted of 55 billion tons of important and significant resources like biomass, fossil energy, metals and minerals. If we keep going at this alarming rate without implementing corrective measures we will need 1.7 billion more planets like Earth to provide enough resources for the sustainability of the entire human race.

    Our building population is not only threatening the resources underneath the Earth but is also creating a crucial problem of waste pollution on the surface. Did you know that we produce 2.12 billion tons of waste globally every single year? If this waste was loaded on a truck, it would go around our planet for a total of 24 times. Shocking right?

    Slowly and steadily through various destructive, damaging and land degrading incidents, we have finally come to the realisation that if life must continue existing here then we need to opt for natural and planet friendly solutions of surviving. Instead of being the enemy of the only source that has selflessly given us the most beautiful habitat, we need to love, adore, pamper and cherish it. What better than adopting a zero waste lifestyle? It might seem unrealistic but is actually very doable.

    Here’s offering you a few tips on how to begin a zero waste lifestyle:

    Ditch Plastic Packaging

    Did you know that plastic takes over 400 years to decompose? Even then, it never really disappears but just keeps breaking into smaller pieces. With this increasing plastic pollution, you can easily ditch plastic packaging that will go a long way. Look for products with a more sustainable packaging instead. Bring your own jars and containers to buy groceries. Buy products in glass bottles rather than plastic ones, and detergents in boxes rather than bottles. You are not only reducing the plastic you use, but also sending a sustainable message to the manufacturers of those products that you don’t like plastic packaging.

    Recycle and Reuse

    Our lives are loaded with stacks and stacks of waste that goes nowhere but the garbage bins. You can easily segregate this waste and recycle it. Old paper can be recycled to make brand new, handmade paper. Old boxes and Packaging can be reused to create storage. You can also create fun pieces home decor with literally any waste item and a few paints. Get creative and make a difference!

    Switch to eco friendly products

    There are tons of products in the market that are substitutes for products that are manufactured by causing damage to the environment. With this market growing tremendously, new sustainable options are being introduced everyday. For instance, Pepaa makes eco friendly varieties for notebooks, pens, pencils and other paper-based stationery products using recycled paper. Switch to these stunning alternatives today and see the change tomorrow.

    Go paperless, Go Digital

    Paper constitutes to 50% of wastage. Say no to paper for all your bills. Ask for digital ones instead. You can also avoid unnecessary printing. Storing important documents electronically will not only save paper, but also tons of storage as well as money. Take notes on your computer and communicate with via email rather than using paper.

    DIY your products

    Do-it-yourself projects can be life-changing for our ecosystem. Not only will it save the nature on our planet, but also protect you from harsh, toxic chemicals. Products like moisturizers, face packs, soaps, shampoos, perfumes etc can be easily recreated from products readily available in your home. You can also mix white vinegar and baking soda to make your own organic cleaner. These products are completely functional and versatile and are perfect substitutes to dangerous chemical ones.

    And besides, it can be an extremely fun activity too!

    Switch to Reusable Products

    We lead a life where we use a product a few times, dispose it, and quickly buy another. Have you imagined the number of times we have used these one-time products and repurchased them? Instead, use products that have a longer lifeline. Our kitchens are filled with disposable items that are responsible for a whole lot of trash. Try alternatives like biodegradable dinnerware, reusable lunch bags and water bottles. You can also bring your own shopping and grocery bags to avoid using disposable ones. Replace your disposable batteries with rechargeable ones. Always bring your own water bottle. Replace a disposable straw with reusable metal or bamboo straw.

    Compost your leftover food

    A typical household throws away approximately 474 pounds of food waste every year. Composting your leftover food can eliminate 20-50% from your household waste stream, decreasing the burden on landfills while nourishing your plants trees, and gardens for free. From fruits and vegetables to old bread, eggshells and grains, you can compost almost anything in your kitchen.

    Leading a zero-waste lifestyle can have a larger impact than you think.  Just keep “The 4Rs” in mind:

    Refuse

    Reuse

    Reduce

    Recycle

    Simple steps today can lead to better, healthier and greener tomorrow.