Plastic Free Holidays
Ruth Sandven | Published on 11/1/2023
Zero Waste Tips for Plastic Free Holidays.
Make ornaments from biodegradable materials such as orange rinds, pinecones, dried flowers and popcorn! Bake and decorate your own cookies. Use alternative wrapping paper: newspapers, paper bags, kid’s drawings, tote bags and scrap fabric make creative wraps.
Choose plastic-free gifts that help the recipient prevent future waste! Choose gifts of clothing that are made with cotton, linen and wool. Give homemade treats in a glass jar. Give the gift of time together! Plan an event or outing for family or friends. Alternatively, give a subscription to an organization that you think is worthwhile- like the League of Women Voters! When entertaining, use real dishes as opposed to paper or plastic. Use utensils, like bamboo, that can be washed and used again. If you don’t have enough dishes and glasses, visit a local culinary thrift store where more can be inexpensively purchased such as Kitchens For Good. Use cloth napkins and napkin rings to identify napkin ownership for more than one use! When preparing meals, try to make home-made food instead of purchasing food packed in plastic.
Say NO to single use plastics!