Eco Friendly Festive Christmas Gift Wrapping

We’ve got Christmas all wrapped up from eco friendly vintage wrappings to recycling pretty jars. Here’s our sustainable, zero waste gift wrapping alternatives to create some original and thoughtful gifts this season.

japanese furoshiki gift wrapping

Have a go at Japanese Furoshiki wrapping - traditional Japanese wrapping cloths were used to wrap and transport goods but as with many Japanese philosophies it had to have a beautiful aesthetic. Use a vintage scarf or some vintage or preloved fabric to wrap your present and give a gift within a gift. A beautiful eco friendly alternative to wrapping paper that will create a Christmas present to be treasured.

Time to sparkle

Tis the season to sparkle and vintage brooches are the perfect way to add a little extra to both Christmas outfits and gift wrap. Attach a vintage brooch to your finished gift when wrapped, either pinned or with recycled ribbon, and your love one receives a beautiful original piece.

Brooches can be easily converted to necklaces using brooch converters or jump rings, making them even more wearable.

edible gifts

Create the perfect homemade gift made in vintage vessels - vintage jars, mason jars and pretty recycled jam jars adorned with ribbon and upcycled with a sprig of foliage can house a multitude of homemade delicacies from chutney to christmas biscuits or gingerbread. Short of time, simply cheat it and dip mini pretzels into gently warmed chocolate and they make the perfect edible eco friendly gift.

paper wrapped presents

A return to the simple but beautiful, homemade decorations of Christmas past. Brown paper wrappings and string are still a wonderfully simple option that look nostalgic, especially with a sprig of foraged foliage or a decadent ribbon added. Embellish with candy canes, your own artwork or let the kids go wild with some potato printing.

Old vintage magazines, newspapers and sheet music also make brilliant low waste gift wrappings and you can tailor make to suit personalities and hobbies. Pair with paper tape and pop in the recycling when done or flatten and keep to reuse next year.

GIVE A LITTLE, GET A Lot

Giving never felt so good when your wrapping is zero waste and guilt free. Take it to the next level and go completely packaging free with one of our Gift Cards for a perfectly practical gift that won’t be left in the back of the cupboard. Our Gift Vouchers can be used towards any frames, accessories or glasses repairs.

All that’s left is to enjoy something mulled, pop on a Wonderful Life and give yourself over to the festivities.

Wishing you all peace and joy.

Jo

It's my party

and I'll cry if I want to

Dry your eyes and remember

'Accessories make the woman' Coco Chanel.

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hold on to your hat

We have a longstanding love of the Beret, which is having a moment. Add a little 'je ne sais quoi' with a headdress in leather, faux fur or velvet - perfect for late night taxi trips.

bag it up

No more dancing around the handbags - straps are where it's at...

No 21 Knot Velvet Evening Bag

all that glitters

No longer the preserve of Granny, the Brooch is back in fashion favour - the best bit? There are masses of unloved beauties just waiting to be discovered. Create your own embellishments with this instant party update and source at vintage fairs, antique fairs and preloved stores. 

Dolce & Gabbana styling out vintage brooches

Pearls are everywhere this season, but, the eternal classic, they deserve to be seen.

The morning after the night before

After the party, comes the debrief. In winter the sun sits lower in the sky, so it's important to shade those party worn eyes from both the sun and the paparazzi. Rock up in your vintage sunglasses and you're ready to face the world... 

If you need a little help with your disco days - give us a shout!

Jo