“Are there sustainable Christmas gifts?”
How often have you wondered this or asked this question?
It can be difficult to navigate what can and can’t be recycled, especially wraping paper, in the madness of Christmas Day.
It can also be difficult to choose sustainable gifts and ethical options when it comes to Christmas.
Here at hampers.com, this festive season, we have been concentrating on ways to ensure we offer sustainable gifting options. In particular, we have focused on the ‘reuse’ element of the ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’ triangle.
Learn more about our carbon neutral commitment
Reusable Christmas gift wrapping and packaging
We only have one planet… so here at hampers.com, we’re trying to do all we can to keep it safe for the next generation of gift-givers.
If you receive one of our hampers this Christmas, take a look at our list of reusable suggestions.
Or, if you know an eco-conscious person you’ll be sending a Christmas hamper to, then make sure you share this post with them.
It’s full of ideas for reusing hampers and getting the most out of our eco-friendly and sustainable packaging, this Christmas.
How to reuse our Christmas gift boxes
Have you seen our signature cream gift boxes?
They have been chosen not only to impress but also to make them reusable for the gift recipient.
Our gorgeous boxes are classy and sophisticated, that won’t look out of place on the shelf or in the cupboard.
These sturdy boxes are really useful for storing Christmas decorations safely, or special keepsakes and Christmas or birthday cards, too.
Winter clothing can be difficult to store – why not pop bulky scarves and gloves into one of our gift boxes?
Finally, our Christmas gift boxes are perfect for wrapping awkward-shaped gifts – place that funny star or spherical shaped present inside our box, then gift wrap in recyclable paper.
How to reuse our wicker baskets or bamboo trays from our sustainable Christmas hamper range
Create a welcoming ‘hotel-inspired’ feel for visiting guests when you reuse our wicker basket or bamboo trays, that are used across our Christmas hamper range.
For example, you can pop a tray in your wardrobe or drawers, once the delicious range of festive produce has been enjoyed. A tray is useful to segment items of smaller clothing, or to store accessories.
You could place neatly folded towels, flannels and individual toiletries in your sustainable hamper, for presentation in your guest room.
The eco-friendly baskets and trays also make great bathroom storage – for spare shampoo and conditioner bottles, soaps, and shower gels. You can even pop a few extra loo rolls in them. Ideal if you have a house full of guest this Christmas and over the festive period.
How to reuse our Christmas wicker baskets with lids and buckles
Obviously, our wicker-lidded baskets are the ideal picnic basket! They truly are a Christmas gift that lasts - for use all year round.
You can transfer all of your picnic tableware and crockery. Then, pop it somewhere safe, ready to impress family and friends on your next summer outing.
The larger baskets look delightful in a lounge or living room, adding texture to your home, in an eco-friendly way.
They are perfect for storing blankets or throws, ready for cosy winter evenings in.
Alternatively, do you need a new storage solution for your Christmas decorations?
Their sturdy design makes them perfect for larger seasonal decorations – candles, nativity sets, Christmas displays and festive light sets can be wrapped, stored away and kept safe, ready for your next sustainable Christmas.
Wishing you a sustainable Christmas
Gifts and packaging that won't cost the Earth
If we all do a little bit to reduce waste and reuse items, what a difference it could make!
At hampers.com, we love that our outer packaging like our gift boxes and trays can be reused by the Christmas gift recipient and make a useful addition to their homes.
In addition, we also aim to ensure all of our cardboard boxes are also recyclable. As is the internal protective packaging, such as shredded paper or tissue paper. This can even be reused for wrapping or protecting fragile items.
Many of our producers are also committed to choosing fully recyclable packaging. Plus, they adopt sustainable methods of food and drink production, working toward zero waste.
Choose sustainable Christmas gifts that make you feel good this year and reduce the environmental impact.
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