When you think about it, gift wrappers are carefully selected only to be thrown out. As such, they account for majority of the waste created during the holidays.
Be “Green” this year and recycle that used wrapping paper. If you don’t have a stash of old wrapping papers or gift bags, try these tips and jumpstart your creative side.
Paper Bags
Presents placed in brown paper bags show that you are an earth lover. Highlight the bag with a beautiful gold or silver ribbon. If you want a funkier look, decorate it with crayons and markers or paste several cut-outs.
Glass Jars
Remove the label completely then place your gift inside and hide it by lining up the jar’s interior with colorful recycled paper like a glossy magazine pages or left-over art papers from your kids’ school supplies. Take it further and add other elements like Styrofoam pellets for that snow effect!
Paper Waste
Add character to your gift by wrapping it with dated maps, magazine pages, crossword puzzle, graphing paper, or anything that has interesting shapes and colors!
A Gift within a Gift
Add a special touch by wrapping the item in another gift like a pretty scarf or a beautiful purse. This effort not only makes you “Green” but also makes you a very thoughtful gift-giver!
Tags: alternative gift wrappers, DIY, Eco-friendly, Recycling