Eco pine cones and pine cone holders

By Neoma Demourtzidis

Ever wondered how to give a serving of popcorn a gorgeous makeover for a party? At Eco Party Box we can help.

As I was doing some photography this week we added some popcorn to our eco friendly pine cones and the 20-hole holders. The result was a beautiful, wholesome and rustic feel.

It made me think of all events it could be used for: movie nights, tea parties or weddings.

And the pine cones don't have to hold just popcorn either. They also suit confetti or rose petals, take-home party gifts, lollies or small entrees like seafood or crepes, just as one of our local customers does for his market crepe stall.

Best of all the pine cones are compostable - which means you can use them for your celebration and then use them to grow a garden.

The pine cone holder could also come in handy for ice-cream cones. Instead of having such mess, just stick the ice-cream cone in the stand and serve in a simple and neat manner.

Meet Neoma - the newest member of the Eco Party Box team.

For the past eight weeks we've been able to kick off our heels and let someone else do all the work!

If only! But we have been helped out by our expert packer Neoma, Tina's sister.

Neoma is the first permanent part-time member of the Eco Party Box team. She's also a great photographer and loves to babysit her nephews and niece. Bonus!

After hours of in depth conversation here's what we've been able to find out so far:

What is your favourite book?

Anything fantasy or crime.

What is your favourite film?

I have many, but currently it's The Perks of Being a Wallflower.

Who's Your Celebrity Crush?

Nicholas Holt - from X Men First Class.

What is your favourite Eco Party Box product?

The coloured paper straws and the pine cones and their holder.

Where is your ultimate holiday destination?

Traveling the whole world is my dream.

Tell us a little bit more about yourself:

I love reading and dancing. I studied events at Tafe last year and this year I'm studying hospitality. I work with a great team of people and I get to see my niece and nephews whom I love to pieces. My ultimate goal is to travel the world.

Here's some of her photographic work:

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