Green Wrapping Paper Ideas

Recycled Paper and 4 Other Alternative Gift Wrapping Ideas

Feel better about that big pile of wrapping paper Christmas morning. Try these recycled, reusable and upcycled wrapping papers, ribbons and cards.

By The Daily Green Staff

Of the Earth

Made with at least 50% recycled content from fibers derived from the Himalayan lokta bush (not from trees), Of The Earthwrapping papers come in both solid colors and festive patterns. The fiber keeps paper strong enough to be reused, making this a doubly sustainable choice. Holiday papers also come with embedded wildflower seeds for springtime planting ($3.78 per 20x30-inch sheet) and the online retail store offers sustainable ribbons, including the "eco-twist" designs pictured here ($4.99 for an 8-yard spool).

Photo Credit: Of the Earth

Fish Lips Paper Designs

Fish Lips Paper Designs's holiday gift wrap is made from at least 50% post-consumer recycled paper content. It will make even the worst gifts look fun and exciting! Printed with soy-based inks, this paper has a smooth satin finish in a plethora of unique patterns and motifs ($4 per 22x33.75-inch sheet).

Photo Credit: Fish Lips Paper Designs

Botanical Paperworks

At Botanical Paper Worksevery paper product is made from recycled office paper with embedded wildflower seeds, so you can plant your Christmas cards and tags (about $1-$2 each) as soon as spring comes. Now, that's a gift that keeps on giving.

Photo Credit: Botanical Paper Works

Lucky Crow Gift Bags

Use, reuse and reuse again. There's nothing wrong with regifting these fabric gift bags from Lucky Crow ($4-$14, depending on print and size). In fact, it's encouraged.

Photo Credit: Lucky Crow

Your Own Recycle Bin

Who says you have to buy paper, anyway? The Daily Green shows you how to use newspaper, takeout menus, bags and, yes, even Jello boxes like these from the Beans Things Etsy shop for an unforgettable alternative gift wrapping (and gift opening) experience.

Photo Credit: Beans Things

End of The Daily Green Article. Eco-babe's finds:

eWraps

eWrapz™ offer an eco-chic alternative to typical paper gift wrap. Using eWrapz™ creates a more unique and luxurious look to the gifts you give. Make your gifts stand out and let the person

you are giving it to, know that they and the gift you are presenting are special to you!

Ecosaurus

Ecosaurus is an online green paperie specializing in eco-friendly note cards, greeting cards and gift wrap, all which are made in the U.S.A. Our passions are paper and the environment, and our company combines the two by producing fresh designer goods that are 100% recycled and recyclable. Our papers are processed chlorine-free, which means they generate smaller amounts of CO2 than conventional when decomposing. Our designs are printed with vegetable-based inks, which cause less pollution and break down more quickly than petroleum-based inks. Our packaging is also recycled and recyclable, including the paper that swaddles our

products for the journey from our door to yours.

Our greeting and note cards are printed on Neenah Paper Environment PC 100 White. These papers are 100% post-consumer waste, processed chlorine-free, FSC Certified and Green-e Certified. www.neenahpaper.com
Our gift wrap is printed on New Leaf Paper^TM Reincarnation. It is 100% recycled, 50% post-consumer waste, processed chlorine-free, FSC Certified and Green-e Certified. www.newleafpaper.com
Our Phoenix-based printer, Capitol Litho, is committed to the environment. Please visit the company's Web site for details about its sustainable printing practices. www.capitollitho.com

Green Field Paper Company

Socially conscious recycled gift wrap without sacrificing style.

Proudly introducing our new line of Recycled Gift Wrapping Paper printed using soy-based inks rather than conventional petroleum-based inks. These innovative designs are sure to add a beautifully unique look to your gifts. Each over sized sheet measures 24" x 36" and is printed on 70# 100% recycled paper that has a smooth satin finish and is made in the U.S.A.

Endo Print

Where great design meets 100% sustainable paper. All our recycled greeting cards andrecycled wrapping paper are printed on 100% recycled, 100% post-consumer waste paper. We use soy based inks, biodegradable/compostable cellophane, and recycled cardboard. Recycled wrapping paper and recycled greeting cards are a beautiful way to share the gift of friendship and forests.

So enjoy, "saving trees one gift at a time!"

Earthloven

Colorful and affordable gift wrap and note cards printed on 100% post-consumer waste, processed chlorine-free paper. No new

Ecorations - Fabric Gift Bags - Raleigh, NC

Reusable and Reversible Fabric Gift Wraps and Gift Bags

We are clearing out inventory and closing our "doors" by December 31st.

Last chance to make every gift more memorable. We have a few items left, from the time-saving gift sacks, to gift box wraps and multi-purpose pouches. We also have a a few of our unique wine bag style that is sure to be a hit with your favorite wine enthusiast.

Once you've tried an Ecorations gift bag, you will never want to use paper wrap again. We're sorry to have to shut down, we sincerely believe in our product and would love to continue providing the best quality alternative to paper wrapping ever! Please write to us and let us know what you think.