Is it possible to have an amazing zero-waste Christmas without? We think so! Here's your guide to the perfect zero-waste Christmas!

Christmas is that time of year when we get together with family and friends to celebrate, and a huge part of that undeniably revolves around presents. But it’s inevitable that with all of this extra stuff around Christmas comes with is things we waste. But not this year.

We’ve picked some of the most commonly things wasted at Christmas: wrapping, gifts and food, and whether you’re a last minute frenzied shopper, or not, we’ve found alternatives so you can make your way to a zero-waste Christmas and even avoid the crowded shopping centres:

1) Zero-waste Christmas wrapping paper
Not all Christmas wrapping can be recycled - try and avoid using ones with a plastic shiny coating and instead make your own out of old newspapers or materials that can be re-used. If you're wondering what to do with wrapping on gifts you've been given, drop your post code here: [ Ссылка ] to find out what you can recycle in your local area.

2) Green gift ideas
Experiences, days out, tickets to a show or subscriptions are great alternatives to 'stuff' based gifts. If you want to get creative, here are a few ideas for DIY gifts: [ Ссылка ]

3) Food - 'The Gift of Waste'
Create thoughtful Christmas gifts and cut food waste at the same time! This #GiftOfWaste cookbook shares 10 stories and recipes from north London kitchens, for preserving food and turning them into gifts: [ Ссылка ]


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