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Wrap Gifts in Reused Paper
What to do:
Save natural resources by reusing old paper. When people think of reused gift paper, the Sunday comics always seem to come to mind. There are many other good options too, though. A visit to the thrift store will yield inexpensive paper possibilities. Old books, magazines, or sheet music can all serve as repurposed gift wrap. If you're feeling especially crafty, repurposed wrap can be decorated with rubber stamps, glitter, or even made into a collage.
Why it Helps the Earth:
Buying new paper uses natural resources in several ways. There are the tress to make the paper, of course, but there's also the energy needed to manufacture and ship it, plastic needed to wrap it, and so forth.
What the Research Says:
The holiday season creates a surge of household waste. Some figures put the increase in waste at as high as 25 percent. For a list of holiday waste statistics compiled from a variety of sources, you can visit Recycle Works.
Why it Helps You:
With minimal effort, you'll have a unique and beautifully wrapped gift. And all this without paying the price for fancy gift paper!
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