Ditch the Wrapping Paper for a Greener Festive Season

Christmas time is around the corner and with Christmas comes presents and with presents come wrapping paper!
But wrapping paper is NOT just paper.

It cannot be recycled and is nothing else but microplastics. The glitter pollutes oceans and ends up being ingested by animals which, over time, will collect in their stomachs and can be fatal.

According to an August report from Sundale Research, people in the U.S. spent a total of $12.7 billion on gift wrap, including wrapping paper, tissue paper and gift bags, in 2017. What a waste! This is stuff designed to be torn into shreds and tossed away in less than 60 seconds.

It’s time to do away with wrapping paper, once and for all!!

There are so many alternatives to traditional wrapping paper: recycled paper, dish clothes, pillow cases, craft paper, newspaper, old maps…and decorated with material offcuts, natural elements such as leaves or pinecones, etc. The possibilities are endless!

Here is some inspiration to get you started! Happy wrapping!!

This article is brought to you by Zoë Prinsloo from Save A Fishie.

Save A Fishie not only advocates against wasteful wrapping practices but also engages in many local beach cleanups and offers a variety of eco-friendly products through their shop. To learn more about Zoë’s quest and discover sustainable alternatives, visit www.saveafishie.co.za. Let’s embrace eco-friendly wrapping solutions to ensure a happy holiday season without compromising our planet’s well-being.

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