OK, we'll admit it, half the fun of getting a gift is unwrapping it!
Did you know that the United States alone produces more than 4.6 million pounds of wrapping paper each year? About half of that wrapping paper ends up in the landfill. While some wrapping paper can be recycled, any paper that is dyed, laminated, or contains glitter is not recyclable. But you don't have to give up wrapping gifts for the sake of being more sustainable — you can do both.
If every American family opted for reusable paper for just three gifts, it would save 45,000 football fields worth of paper. To find reusable and sustainable wrapping supplies, look no further than our roundup below.
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Winter Cardinals Wrapping Paper
Why It's Cool
Green your gifting with this recyclable, compostable, and reversible wrapping paper made from recycled paper. Wrappily paper also comes in a flat, folded sheet for easy storage — no more wrestling wrapping paper tubes into storage containers.
$10
Eco-Friendly Gift Ribbon
Why It's Cool
Put a big red bow on it in a more Earth-friendly way. This paper ribbon is recyclable, compostable, and vibrantly colored with nontoxic dyes.
$7.25
Holli/Red Pini 28" Reversible Wrap
Why It's Cool
Shiki Wraps do it all — they are reversible, machine washable, and made from recycled plastic. There is no need to fight tape and scissors with this wrap: All you have to do is tie it and it can handle even the oddest-shaped gifts. When you don't have gifts to wrap, the Holli wrap can be repurposed as a stylish tote bag, head wrap, or scarf.
$16
Furoshiki Wrap
Why It's Cool
Not only do these adorable 100% cotton wraps make the perfect reusable gift wrapping — they can also be used as a bag, scarf, or handkerchief!
$5
Linen Laundry Bag
Why It's Cool
Gift your loved ones wrapping that is as useful as the gift itself! Adorable meets practical with these handmade linen laundry bags that are perfect for use at home or when traveling.
$24.30
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