About the Circular Advent
To come …
Christmas Trees
Tips
- Reuse your existing tree
- If you buy new, buy reusable
- Real trees are preferable to plastic
- Trees with intact roots can be reused
- Dispose of old trees responsibly
- Living trees provide a natural habitat between winters
Articles
How green is your Christmas tree? – Article at the Conversation comparing the environmental footprints of various Christmas Tree options.
Wrapping Paper
Tips
- Opt for reusable paper, bags and boxes
- Encourage others to reuse
- Use string or ribbon in place of tape to stop paper from being torn or damaged
- Most wrapping paper can’t be recycled
- No glitter!
Articles
It’s time we all gave serious thought to how we wrap our gifts – Exeter City Council article on why they don’t accept wrapping paper in the recycling
Tree decorations
Tips
- Keep fragile items safe
- Make your own, repurposing your recycling or rubbish, but remember:
- No glitter!
- Think traditional – decorations made from natural items (wood, fruit, spices)
- Compost natural decorations when done
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