Holidays are coming, and that means…it’s time to adorn your home with that warming festive cheer. But if you’re tired of all the plastic decorations out there, and want to invest in sustainable Christmas decorations that will last year after year, this one’s for you. Here’s how you can embrace eco-friendly alternatives that bring all the joy and no harm to the environment.
There’s nothing like the holidays to bring a smile to your face. Especially when you’re surrounded by gorgeously decorated surroundings. The problem is, there are so many decorative items out there that are so bad for the environment – here tomorrow and in a landfill the next. The main culprits are tinsel and baubles that are made from non-recyclable plastics, leading to long-term environmental damage.
So, if you want to think outside the plastic box this Christmas, we’ve got solutions for your environmentally-friendly needs. Here are 8 ideas for sustainable Christmas decorations that will have your home looking as jolly as the big man himself.
So many of us are in such a rush that putting up the decorations – as lovely as it is – can feel like a bit of an effort. If that’s you, but you still want your home to look beautifully presented this holiday season, ready-to-hang decorations could be just what you need.
You can get these in a variety of colours, meaning that they can be used all year long, as opposed to just for the Christmas and New Year season. And we know just the environmentally-friendly garlands to cheer up your home.
If you receive a lot of Christmas cards, it can be tough to know what to do with them all. Do you pin them to the walls? Use Blu Tack? Both of these can ruin the appearance of your walls, so, instead, why not opt to go for something more rustic and effective? A great way to display holiday cards is by stringing them along a piece of natural jute and securing them with wooden pegs. Not only is this a gorgeous way to display your Christmas cards, but by using natural materials like wood and jute ensures your decorations are sustainable, too.
Streamers are synonymous with Christmas. Whether you add them to your trees, hang them from your walls, or drape them over mirrors or curtains, they are a great way to spruce up your home for the holidays.
And if you want to ensure your decorating doesn’t come with a negative environmental impact, we recommend eco-friendly paper streamers, made from quality crêpe paper. These are the perfect sustainable Christmas decorations that will not only make your home look fabulous, but that you can even use for your Christmas crafts, too (we’ll talk a bit more about this is a moment).
A lovely way to get into the holiday spirit is to go for a woodland walk. While out, taking in the sights and sounds, you’ll often find an abundance of natural items, such as pine cones, holly, and so much more.
These, paired with dried orange slices and cinnamon sticks, make the perfect sustainable decorations, as they gently shout Christmas season. You can choose to make a wreath out of these natural beauties, or you can place them around your home – in bowls or on your dinner table – for a festive feel. Completely free, but 100% effective.
Chances are, if you’re into crafting, not only are you thinking about how to decorate your home, but you’re also planning some Christmas crafts. Crafts are the perfect gift for those you love, but if you’re crafty, why stop there. There are so many creative things you can do around the holidays, such as crafting your own sustainable Christmas decorations, or making your own Christmas wrapping solutions.
For instance, you could make alternative ribbons, using plaited crêpe paper streamers, or bows that sit beautifully on top of your gifts. One thing’s for sure – your presents will definitely stand out and make people want to open them right up. Oh, and we have the perfect craft bundle that will get you brimming with ideas this festive period, which pairs perfectly with our decorations bundle.
Upcycling is a fantastic way to reduce waste while creating unique and sustainable Christmas decorations. Get creative with items you already have at home, such as glass jars, which you can fill with LED fairy lights, candles, or those wonderful outdoor treasures, such as pine cones. These make for brilliant centrepieces.
Cutting up your old Christmas cards is another way to get the most out of them. What served its purpose beautifully last year can shine its festive light once more in the form of a gift tag. Not only is it relaxing to cut out the bits you want to use, but the finished product also looks great, and you’re buying less paper, year-on-year.
Traditional advent calendars are often filled with plastic packaging, but sustainable options offer a greener – and just as fun – way to count down to Christmas. Wooden or fabric calendars are a reusable and can be filled with chocolates or sweets, small gifts, or whatever else takes your fancy. It’s completely up to you. And, in our experience, it’s the reusable ones that people will remember and enjoy most.
Lighting sets the mood for Christmas, but it doesn’t have to come at a high energy cost. Switch to sustainable lighting options, such as LED string lights, which use significantly less energy and last much longer than traditional lights.
You can also use solar-powered lights that are perfect for outdoor decorations, using sunlight to brighten up your home. Don’t forget to set timers for your lights, as well, to avoid burning too much energy – for instance, while you’re in bed or away.
Hopefully, that’s given you some great ideas for sustainable Christmas decorations that look amazing while also being kind to the environment. What could be better? So, get creative, get festive, reduce waste and, most of all, have a brilliant time doing so.
At Bamboo Stick Masters, we stock a wide range of green, clean and planet-friendly products you can use on not only during the Christmas period, but all year round.
We wish you a biodegradable Christmas and a sustainable New Year!
