Gift Giving Traditional wrapping paper produces unnecessary waste and has often undergone chemical bleaching, or colouring. Try buying or making fabric gift bags. They can be made in all different sizes and make wrapping a breeze, simply bag and tie. Cloth grocery and carrying bags make excellent wrap, with a practical purpose for long after the holidays have ended. If you can't break away from the traditional paper and cards look for products made from recycled paper, with soy inks.
Paper bags made from unbleached, recycled paper are sturdy enough to be reused.
The holidays are no time to forget about energy conservation. Decorate with low wattage, interior twinkle lights. They use less energy than regular lights. Put indoor and outdoor lights on a timer for 4 or 5 hours. Use mirrors and tinsel around indoor lights to increase their effect.