It’s a Wrap. Don’t Use Wrapping Paper.
Enough wrapping paper to circle the globe more than 8 times end in landfill each year. That is an absurd amount of wastage.
Do You Buy Harmful Wrapping Paper?
Gift wrap frequently contains non-recyclable materials. If it is dyed, textured, laminated or includes foil or glitter it cannot be recycled. Added decorations such as gift tags, sticky tape, tissues, ribbons and bows are often still attached to paper when thrown away, making it non-recyclable. Shiny and glitter-encrusted paper is especially bad. It is made of microplastics. The glitter pollutes oceans and ends up being ingested by animals. This can collect in their stomachs over time and be fatal for them.
If you’re still unsure if your wrapping paper is recyclable, try to scrunch up the paper into a ball. If it stays scrunched it can probably be recycled.
The Scrunch Test Video
"It's a nightmare for paper mills this time of year"
- Simon Ellin, Chief Executive of the Recycling Association
Use Our Gift Box.
Forget wrapping your gifts altogether and use our spacious gift box. Made from recyclable cardboard, it is a sustainable alternative to harmful commercial wrapping paper. It is also sturdy enough to be used as a handy storage box.
Collect Gift Bags.
Gift bags will stay intact during the present opening meaning you can reuse it again and again. You could even go one step further and craft them yourself.
Reuse Paper.
Don't throw away your leftover paper. Layer your scraps of gift wrap or old newspapers to wrap your presents.
Try Furoshiki
Fabric Wrapping.
Furoshiki are traditional cloths from Japan that are used as gift wrap instead of paper. A stylish, thoughtful and eco-friendly gesture. The cloth can then be reused as gift wrap or as a scarf, headband or knotted bag.
Forage For
Decorations.
Present trimmings gathered from nature not only look impressive, but they’re also easy to source too. Spruce, pine and fir cuttings look best paired with simple brown paper and natural twine.
It’s a Wrap. Don’t Use Wrapping Paper.
Enough wrapping paper to circle the globe more than 8 times end in landfill each year. That is an absurd amount of wastage.
Do You Buy Harmful Wrapping Paper?
Gift wrap frequently contains non-recyclable materials. If it is dyed, textured, laminated or includes foil or glitter it cannot be recycled. Added decorations such as gift tags, sticky tape, tissues, ribbons and bows are often still attached to paper when thrown away, making it non-recyclable. Shiny and glitter-encrusted paper is especially bad. It is made of microplastics. The glitter pollutes oceans and ends up being ingested by animals. This can collect in their stomachs over time and be fatal for them.
If you’re still unsure if your wrapping paper is recyclable, try to scrunch up the paper into a ball. If it stays scrunched it can probably be recycled.
The Scrunch Test Video
"It's a nightmare for paper mills this time of year"
- Simon Ellin, Chief Executive of the Recycling Association
Use Our Gift Box.
Forget wrapping your gifts altogether and use our spacious gift box. Made from recyclable cardboard, it is a sustainable alternative to harmful commercial wrapping paper. It is also sturdy enough to be used as a handy storage box.
Collect Gift Bags.
Gift bags will stay intact during the present opening meaning you can reuse it again and again. You could even go one step further and craft them yourself.
Reuse Paper.
Don't throw away your leftover paper. Layer your scraps of gift wrap or old newspapers to wrap your presents.
Try Furoshiki
Fabric Wrapping.
Furoshiki are traditional cloths from Japan that are used as gift wrap instead of paper. A stylish, thoughtful and eco-friendly gesture. The cloth can then be reused as gift wrap or as a scarf, headband or knotted bag.
Forage For
Decorations.
Present trimmings gathered from nature not only look impressive, but they’re also easy to source too. Spruce, pine and fir cuttings look best paired with simple brown paper and natural twine.