Let's find out what are the 5 mistakes not to make when wrapping gifts and which gift cards should absolutely be avoided
Don't store avocado like this: it's dangerousEvery year, after the Christmas holidays, thousands of tons of wrapping paper end up in the trash but unfortunately only some types are actually recyclable.
In fact, gift wrapping papers with glossy coatings, shiny powders, foil details cannot be recovered. So it is important to choose with awareness, preferring recycled gift paper or made with ecological materials.
Not only that, even bows and plastic ribbons should be avoided and so the classic adhesive tape. In order not to be mistaken, here are what the 5 serious mistakes not to make when wrapping your gifts.
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Use gift paper that is glossy or has paperless add-ons
It will also be beautiful and super-inviting but glossy, shiny, or personalized gift paper with glitter and special finishes, is often not recyclable. In fact, it should not be thrown in the paper bin but in the undifferentiated dry, as it is made with a mix of materials including plastic.
If you want to be sustainable, prefer recycled paper instead, even that of newspapers or bread is perfect for wrapping gifts, or at least focus on simple papers without various additives. The best are the raw ones, which among other things are very fashionable.
Add plastic ribbons and bows
If you want a sustainable Christmas, also pay attention to the ribbons and bows you use to embellish the gift boxes. Don't make the mistake of buying those in plastic, but favors alternatives in fabric, natural raffia or jute. The inventories can also be useful on other occasions.
Use the classic adhesive tape
Avoid the classic PVC adhesive tape, you can replace it with eco-friendly paper tape with natural rubber adhesive. Or you can simply close the package with the cord or a fabric ribbon.
Avoid fabric alternatives
There is a Japanese technique called Furoshiki that allows you to wrap gifts with scarves and other fabrics. A green alternative to the usual gift card, which makes the package itself reusable by the recipient.
Throw away the leftover gift card
Usually a little bit of gift paper here and there always advances. Do not throw it away just because there is little left, in fact you can recover it in many ways, for example to decorate cards and postcards, to decorate wooden or cardboard frames, to cover the caps of glass containers. Here you will find many DIY ideas to recycle it with creativity. Furthermore, if you store it in a dry place, away from direct sunlight, the gift card can last for years!
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Read also:
- Wrap your gifts with newspaper (or bread paper), make a small gesture for a greener Christmas
- Ideas for making gift boxes with recycled materials
- Lots of simple ideas for wrapping and decorating Christmas gifts
- 10 DIY ideas to recycle wrapping paper
