Why we hate (but need) Black Friday

We weave and print our own cotton for our reusable gift bags and Furoshiki wraps, and that has to start in early November in order for our sewing team to start stitching in January. 

The 6 Only Ways to Buy Your Christmas Tree?

2025 USA Christmas Tree Buying Directory. From hyper-realistic artificial trees delivered to your door to the classic family trip to a "choose-and-cut" farm, here is your guide to finding the perfe...

Eco-Conscious Celebrations: How to Host a Green Party Without Sacrificing Fun

Do Eco-Conscious Parties Matter? A Guide to Sustainable Celebrations When it comes to parties, the common assumption is that bigger is better—more decorations, more disposable tableware, and inevit...

Crack Open Sustainability: Embracing Reusable "English" Christmas Crackers

Welcome to a festive season filled with joy and mindful choices. At Waste Free Celebrations, we're passionate about infusing sustainability into every aspect of Christmas, including one of its mos...

The Perils of Paper

I choose cotton because I love what reusable means to consumerism: reusable fabric gift bags are designed to reduce the cycle of endless consumption… always buying, always getting the next best thi...

How to Wrap Christmas Presents: Eco-Friendly Tips for a Festive, Beautiful Holiday

Start Wrapping with a Personal Touch. One of the joys of Christmas comes from beautifully wrapped presents under the tree. However, many traditional gift wrap options, like plastic-coated paper or ...

50 'Cracking' Eco-Friendly Jokes for a Greener Christmas!

Why don't you ever see Santa in hospital? Because he has private "elf" care! What do you call an old snowman? Water.

Construction Gingerbread Recipe

Gingerbread is my thing. It's a tradition I started when my baby was one and no Christmas would be Christmas without a gingerbread house! It's a labour of love that is smashed like a pinata on Chri...

Christmas Waste Statistics: Shocking Facts & Sustainable Solutions

Just how much food and drink (and packaging) do we get through at Christmas? For many of us, overindulging in food (and / or drink!) is our favourite part of the Christmas season. However, the am...