Sustainable gifting is getting more and more popular as more and more people look for eco-friendly ways to show their loved ones that they care (about the recipient, and the environment). But what options are there? Perhaps you want to go down this route but you’re struggling to work out what to do. Don’t worry; we can help. Keep reading and you’ll find some excellent ideas to help make sustainable gifting something you can easily do.
Plantable Cards And Gifts
One great option for sustainable gifting is seeded paper products like cards or gift tags, for example. These products are made from recycled materials and then wildflower seeds are embedded into them, which means that after the recipient gets them, they can plant the tag or card rather than throwing it away, and they’ll end up with some beautiful flowers as a result. Companies like SeedPrint specialise in this kind of thing, so if you’re looking for a fantastic way to be sustainable this Christmas or for an upcoming special occasion, this is a brilliant way to do it. Plus, it’s a unique idea, so your gift will stand out if you try it.
Reusable Gift Wrap
Wrapping paper can be really wasteful, so why not choose reusable options like fabric wraps or gift bags made from sustainable materials instead? They’re not only better for the environment, but they add an extra layer of creativity to your gifts, so they become extra special and well-received. And of course, they look great and can be used over and over, making them ideal – either the recipient can keep the wrap or bag and re-use it themselves, or they can hand it over to you and you can re-use it, but in either case, it won’t get thrown away, and that’s a very sustainable option.
Handmade Or Locally Sourced Gifts
One of the most thoughtful ways to gift sustainably is to give something homemade or locally sourced – that might mean baking cookies, making something crafty, or shopping from a local artisan store or a flower shop that uses British flower delivery, for example. When you do that, you’ll be reducing your carbon footprint and the gift itself is sure to be interesting and unique – if you’re not buying it from a big store (physical or online) it will be mass-produced and loads of people will have the same idea, but if you buy a one-off item, it’s much more thoughtful and your recipient will love it (plus no one else will buy the same thing). On top of that, it’s helping out a small local business, and that’s always a good idea!
Upcycled Or Repurposed Gifts
Upcycling is another way to give sustainably – finding second-hand items and repurposing them into something new can make a gorgeous and totally unique gift, and if you put in the hard work yourself, it all becomes even more special. Whatever you choose, the fact that you’re making something new out of something old means that old item isn’t going to end up in landfill, so it’s a creative and thoughtful gift that’s also great for the environment.
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