Sunday, December 19, 2021

Babana Bark

 I got this awesome Christmas card from a blogger. The Wise Men's hats are made from banana bark.


Bark from banana trees is gathered by poor families in Haiti and used to make these cards. This makes a source of income for them. What a great idea!




16 comments:

Linda said...

That's amazing!! Did you know that if you put a banana peel on top of your bee frames in the hive - all the bees will leave? Not for good but for awhile so we can work the hive.
"Turns out bananas contain a compound called isoamyl acetate (also known as isopentyl acetate) – the very same as that which is in honeybees’ alarm pheromone."
They also say it's best not to eat a banana before going to work the hives.....the bees can smell it on your breath!

crafty cat corner said...

I have a banana every single day for breakfast Ginny with a multi vit,1 zinc tablet and 2 d3 tablet, all to help with the immune system.
In case I don't get to post until after the holiday, enjoy your Christmas.
Briony
x

Hootin Anni said...

What a great idea...and such a beautiful card.

Ann said...

What a beautiful card. A great way to earn some income as well.

George said...

What a beautiful card!

Beside a babbling brook... said...

New to me!

Lovely Blog Look!

Happy Eve of Winter Solstice / Yule!
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Chatty Crone said...

I did not know that about bananas - two hum?
I am so thankful all the prisoners' have been released from Haiti.

Inger said...

Beautiful cards with a great story attached to them. I love bananas, but when you have diabetes like I do, it's best to eat them before the get more than a little bit ripe.

Bobbie said...

Gary and I both eat one banana a day. Maybe it would be better to eat 2 a day... something to ponder. Thanks for the info. Glad you enjoyed the card :-)

Rose said...

I did not know those facts about bananas!

Mari said...

The card is beautiful and even better when you know it's helped someone.

Sandi said...

Idid not know that about bananas!

DeniseinVA said...

A beautiful card! I knew bananas were good for you, but I did not know all of these reasons. I enjoy one every morning for breakfast.

The Feminine Energy said...

OK, now that I know another blogger has your home address, I want it too, Ginny!! :-) I love-love-love sending cards via snail mail. Please leave your full name & address in the comments section of my blog. I must approve all comments before they are posted so I'll just copy your address & then delete your comment, without posting it. Thank you!! ~Andrea xoxoxo

Red Rose Alley said...

Oh Yes, I have a couple of these banana bark Christmas cards. They are so creative. They were sent to me when I donated to their organization. I didn't realize the health benefits of bananas. I'll have to get more at the store next time. ; ) This card of the three wise men is so special.

~Sheri

Jenny the Pirate said...

How clever! I love bananas and always put one in my smoothie. xoxo

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