Bamboo Newsletter 2

Welcome to the second issue of my bamboo newsletter.

I'm not sure what part of the world any of my subscribers are from, or what season it is, but here in the UK it is winter. And in West Wales where I am it is very wet! Not such good weather for gardening... except clearing away leaves and battling with mud. Wherever you are, it's coming up to Christmas, so I decided to focus this newsletter on...

Bamboo... ideas for Christmas gifts

If you have had a good look round my website you will know by now that bamboo isn't just about gardening and plants. Bamboo is such a versatile plant that it can be turned into just about anything! Well, almost anything.

I'm not too organised at this time of year and always end up doing last minute shopping in a panic. This year I am trying to make sure that doesn't happen but as we are already into December there isn't much chance of that, hopefully I'm in time to do some gift ordering online.

So... just in case you are like me and haven't finished your Christmas shopping... how about I give you some ideas for bamboo Christmas gifts?

Wind Chimes

Bamboo wind chimes are great value for money and just about everyone likes them as they have a really nice tone.

In Chinese tradition, the bamboo wind chime symbolizes peace, harmony and prosperity. Presenting one as a gift to a special person is to wish them happiness and good health. The larger ones have a deeper tone and make a much more impressive gift.

For more information visit my page at

Bamboo Wind Chimes

Water Fountains

A bamboo water fountain creates a unique sound in comparison to other types of fountains and similar garden features. Outdoor fountains are excellent in the garden but for an xmas gift you can't beat an indoor water fountain.

They are very good value for money and make unusual gifts if you're looking for something a bit different.

To get more information about the different types, visit these pages

Bamboo Indoor Fountain

Bamboo Water Garden Fountain

Plants

If you know someone who really likes unusual plants you could consider giving them an ornamental bamboo for Christmas so they can plant it out in the spring, or keep it in a container.

See the following pages on my site for some tips on species and care. Clumping bamboo species would be a good choice here as they remain in clumps and don't spread. Unless of course, you know someone who would love a bamboo wind break or privacy screen, in which case a running bamboo species would be better.

Ornamental Bamboo

Bamboo Plants for Sale

Container Bamboo

Bamboo Screen

Books

For any practical person, books are always well received. Books about bamboo for gardeners, builders, diy enthusiasts, people interested in crafts. How to build with bamboo, Building bamboo fences, Bamboo for Gardens, lots to choose from, take a look at...

Bamboo Books

Bamboo book reviews and store

... to view a wide variety, make sure you go beyond the first page of listed books or do a search for a specific bamboo topic rather that just stick with the first selection provided.

Bamboo Gifts

To find a list of links to various sections of my site and gift ideas visit...

Bamboo Gifts

For something completely different... Build a successful web site!

I know this is off topic for a bamboo newsletter... but... if you have a family member or friend, who would be interested in building a successful business online, or someone who already has a website that isn't doing so well... how about a Site Build It! website as a gift?

I built my successful website with Site Build It! and am about to start up another one with the longer term view of being able to pack up my 'day' job and be running a work-at-home business building information websites based on my own interests.

This may even be the gift that you want to yourself to :-). If you have a hobby or interest that you know a lot about and want to build a website about it then Site Build It! is absolutely the best way to go about it, no doubt about it. I have been working as a full time Web Developer for 14 years and studied what is on offer in web hosting, nothing comes close to SBI and cheap website hosting packages just lead to a waste of your time and money. SBI is different

SBI is the path to success, even if it is just to get a bit of extra income to finance your dream holiday... as I just did a trip to New Zealand that I wouldn't otherwise have been able to afford. And, Travel Means Business...

Self-study course in e-business success

Work from Home

You can give this package a try and it won't cost you anything if you change your mind.

Not sure? Need to see feedback from other successful website owners? Look at the case studies...

Case Studies

I have a page on my bamboo site that is dedicated to SBI simply because it is so good. They teach you, not just to build a web site, but to build a web site that works and make money online! There much more information here, sample websites, and some e-books for you to download.

Site Build It!

Next Issue

The next issue of this bamboo newsletter will be in the new year. I'd like to wish you all a great time during the Chrismas holiday break, and all the best for 2009!

Please do have a good look through my website as it has loads of information about bamboo and the above links hardly touch the surface. If you have any feedback on the layout and content, or ideas for more content, please use my contact form linked on the left hand navigation and let me know. I would be really pleased to hear from you.

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