The Eco-Friendly Guide To Christmas Wrapping

'Tis the season for giving, and along with that comes the tradition of beautifully wrapped gifts. Did you know that in Britain alone, we discard a staggering 108 million rolls of wrapping paper every Christmas? The worst part is that most wrapping paper isn't recyclable! If it contains any dye, foil, plastic, glitter or even leftover sticky tape, it goes straight into the landfill.

Fret not, as Give as you Live Online is here to help you embrace eco-friendly wrapping ideas to make your Christmas gift-giving more planet-friendly.

Theme: Festive but simple

For a simple yet festive touch, opt for brown paper, which is not only affordable but can be made to look fantastic with some simple craft ideas. Elevate your wrapping game by adding eco-friendly decorations or stamps to make each gift unique. You can swap traditional ribbons for coloured twine or create handcrafted gift tags.

Theme: Modern

If you prefer a more modern and minimalistic approach, consider using stars as the central theme of your wrapping. Replace coloured twine with a simple white string.

You can even create your own Christmas shapes with a craft punch by using plain cards for the stars or recycling old wrapping paper, magazines, or newspapers for an even more distinctive look.

Theme: Reusable

Gift bags and boxes are convenient but often end up in the trash once the gift is removed. When you opt for a reusable fabric gift bag, you reduce waste and also can get a selection of festive prints!

Theme: Recycled

If you're not a fan of the extra effort required to create your wrap (we don't blame you - wrapping presents is bad enough as it is!) We have good news! There are options for more eco-friendly wrapping paper with minimal effort. Take a look at these options:

notonthehighstreet:

This luxury recycled wrapping paper is patterned with bright-coloured birds flying through a magical forest. It is one of many recycled wrapping paper options that notonthehighstreet has to offer.

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RSPCA Shop:

This 12 Birds of Christmas wrap is recycled and pays homage to 12 of our best-loved garden birds including Robins, goldfinches and more.

The neutral wrap looks great with a range of different wrapping accessories, including our gorgeous gold bird gift tags.

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Etsy:

Etsy retailer EcoWrap UK provides beautiful wrapping paper available in various designs, all made from recycled materials. You can wrap your gifts with care for the environment without sacrificing style!

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This Christmas, consider wrapping your gifts in a more sustainable and eco-friendly way. Whether you embrace the simplicity of brown paper or choose to buy recycled wrapping paper, you can make a positive impact on the environment. When you shop for your supplies through Give as you Live Online, you not only contribute to a greener planet but also raise free donations for the charity of your choice!

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