GIFTWRAPPED BY EVE ’ S TOP TIPS FOR GREENER WRAPPING THIS CHRISTMAS
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For the Luxe Look …
When opting to enclose a special gift with an equally luxurious wrap , there are plenty of ways you can elevate your designs this year . One change that is certain to make all the difference is selecting a heavyweight wrapping paper . Not only a popular choice to ensure your gift feels refined and sophisticated , but also an appreciated aid when striving to achieve the all-important perfect finish in the form of smooth and neatly wrapped edges .
High-quality paper also goes hand in hand with selecting a thicker ribbon in an indulgent luxe texture - satin or velvet for example works particularly well here . When it comes to selecting colours and themes , elegant tones such as dark greens , rich maroons , earthy shades and classy touches of gold are also a must have .
For the Rustic Look …
‘ Brown paper packages tied up with string , these are a few of my favourite things …’ Julie Andrews called it way back in 1965 - a rustic , traditional , quintessentially countryside Christmas will forever remain a favourite theme when it comes to present dressing . Think accessories in warming Christmas shades paired with classic brown paper , beautiful hessian bows or
crafty strings and added embellishments of scented festive foliage such as holly , eucalyptus , fir or pinecones .
When looking to stand out from the wrapping crowd , sourcing a beautiful fabric instead of a traditional wrapping material is also a brilliant way to achieve the beloved rustic look but with a striking twist .
For the Sustainable Look …
Evident from the statistics released on the damaging effects of our excess Christmas wrapping waste , it is more important than ever that we look for eco-friendly ways to add decorative touches to our presents .
For a more considered alternative to classic wrapping paper , opt for a recyclable craft paper that can either be made complete with repurposed ribbons or decorated with fittingly festive ink stamps - perfect when looking to add a personalised finish and find a gifting activity the whole family can get involved with .
With our mission to be sustainable yet remain superbly stylish in mind , also look to ditch the damaging effects of glitter and instead set out to repurpose your old Christmas cards and transform them into one-of-a-kind decorative name tags .
GIFTWRAPPED BY EVE ’ S TOP TIPS FOR GREENER WRAPPING THIS CHRISTMAS
Wrapping expert Eve Cale , who champions creative sustainability and the importance of implementing simple eco-friendly wrapping techniques , shares her top tricks to make greener gifting easier this season and beyond .
Plan carefully - who you will be wrapping for and the type of shapes your gifts are to avoid excess waste .
Check your materials - what ’ s left from last year and what you have that you could repurpose ?
Wrap mindfully - instead of waiting until the last minute , take your time during the build up to the big day . It will help you enjoy it more and waste less .
Stand up to wrap - and make sure you use a firm surface ; if you don ’ t have a table , you could use a kitchen worktop or even your ironing board !
Don ’ t throw everything out ! Make a little time after Christmas to sort out your wrapping materials and keep things ready and organised for next year .
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