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How to Celebrate an ECO Christmas 🎄

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Christmas is just around the corner - so make sure you celebrate it in the most sustainable way possible! The holidays are a magical time of year but, unfortunately, it is often an extremely wasteful season as well. Here are all the tips you need to ...
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1. Wrap your gifts in reusables

Avoid single use wrapping paper and opt for fabric wraps intead! Or choose paper that can be recycled and doesn't have any glitter or plastic on it. 

 
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There are so many fun fabric wraps you can buy! To be even more sustainable, use fabrics you already have around the house :)
Reusable Christmas Gift Wrap
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These bags are awesome because they actually have drawstrings! No need to even tie them!
6 PCs Fabric Gift Bags
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This guide walks you through how to wrap gifts in reusable fabric wraps.
How to Tie Furoshiki Wraps
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2. Opt for experiences

Instead of a gift, give an experience this Christmas. Even better, consider donating to a charity the person supports.

 
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There are so many fun shows to attend over the holidays!!
Holiday Tickets
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Here's a great list of some planet focused non-profits to consider donating to this holiday!
35 Environmental Organizations and Nonprofits
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3. Set a nice table

For your holiday table, make sure you use real silverwave, plates, napkins, etc. No disposables please! 

 
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This green color is perfect for Christmas dinner!
Christmas Tablecloth
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Love that these placemats and napkins match each other! Would look so great at the table
Holiday Stripe Placemat and Napkin Set
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I always fold my fabric napkins to look like little trees for Christmas dinner! So cute and classy :)
Christmas Tree Napkin Folding Tutorial
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4. Reduce food waste as you cook

Lots of food (and baked goods!) are made over the holidays. Make sure you reduce food waste when you can and compost any scraps!

 
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A great post with tips for reducing food waste during holiday cooking/baking
How to Reduce Food Waste When Holiday Cooking
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If you don't have a compost bin already, I highly recommend this one. It is small but effective!
Dual Chamber Tumbling Composter
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Making a grocery list is a great way to stay on track at the store (and avoid any impulse buys)
Magnetic Grocery List
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5. Shop secondhand!

Whether you need more decor, some extra gifts, etc. you can probably find it secondhand instead of buying new. Check out the thrift and antique stores as well as Facebook Marketplace too!

 
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Here's some ideas on the best places to shop secondhand
The Best Places To Shop Secondhand
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You might need to find an ugly sweater for a holiday party…
How to Find the Best Secondhand Ugly Christmas Sweaters
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6. Opt for quality time

The holidays are a time to relax and spend quality time with your loved ones - so do this in activities that won't hurt the planet! 

 
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Get outside (even if it's snowing!!). Build a snowman, take a walk, and enjoy Mother Nature
Build a Snow Friend Kit
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Watch some fun holiday films! Or turn on a cheesy Hallmark movie :)
Classic Christmas Favorites
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Do some holiday crafting! Use supplies you already have around the home
How to Make Salt Dough Ornaments Recipe
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