Obviously the most sustainable gift would be one that doesn’t create any waste at all, like your time. Strangely this gift doesn’t always go down well with people, next in line might be the gift of experience. I’ve tried experience gifts over the years and they’ve been met with mixed feelings. Some have been tremendouslyContinue reading “Support Sustainable this Christmas”
Category Archives: Gifts
Sustainable Handmade Christmas Presents
When it comes to handmade gifts it’s important not overload yourself with too much work. Just pick one or two, otherwise come December you’ll resent what seemed a very clever idea in November. With that in mind here’s some ideas on easy, inexpensive sustainable Christmas gifts
Origami Money Gifts
I used to buy kids presents in advance and have a little ‘present box’ so that I wasn’t dashing to the shops every time my kids got an invite to a party. As I’ve moved towards Zero Waste I’ve given up on this. I no longer feel comfortable supporting the production of non-recyclable plastic toysContinue reading “Origami Money Gifts”
Simple Cupcake Recipes
There’s nothing nicer than homemade cakes, so I’m always on the hunt for affordable ideas that deliver on impact with very little work. Here is my go-to recipe for buns and buttercream icing and some do-able ideas for decorations.
Earth Positive Father Day Crafts
How can it be Fathers Day again? The years are going quicker and quicker! If you’d like to show your appreciation with some handmade love here are some uber cute ideas for Father’s Day cards and crafts. I love this brown paper card, originally from Angel Street Mom. That website is no gone but here’sContinue reading “Earth Positive Father Day Crafts”