Easter is a time of celebration, sweet treats and family reunions. However, it can also be a time of great waste, with lots of disposable packaging, plastic and decorations ending up in the trash just days later.
Today we give you some creative ideas to reuse some materials and reduce your environmental impact.
Reuse Packaging and Tea Bags for Decoration or DIY
Tea bags and packaging are materials that can be creatively reused, avoiding waste. Here are our suggestions:
Tea Bags as Scented Sachets
After using the tea bags, let them dry completely and use them as scented sachets for drawers and cupboards. Add a few drops of essential oil to intensify the aroma.
Natural Paint for Painting and Easter Eggs
Did you know that you can use tea to create natural dyes? Hibiscus tea can be used to dye Easter eggs or for more eco-friendly paintings.
The infusion should be quite concentrated, it should be boiled and then boiled eggs should be dipped in to obtain soft and natural colors;
The most concentrated infusions can be used as eco-friendly paints to paint paper or fabrics. And if we want to obtain different shades, we can mix our tea or infusion with vinegar.
Creative Recycling of Tea Boxes and Packaging
The boxes that hold various items that we consume on a daily basis can be reused for various purposes. Our Criatura packaging is often used to store small objects such as jewelry, small toys, and buttons.
However, they can also be reused to offer personalized Easter gifts.
Create Alternative Baskets with Everyday Objects
When it comes to reusing, creativity is definitely the limit. We can use mugs or glass jars as mini baskets for sweets and small gifts, or cut up old jute or cotton bags and tote bags that we no longer use as an eco-friendly option for wrapping Easter eggs;
Extra Tips for a Sustainable Easter
In addition to the ideas above, here are some more tips to reduce our environmental impact this Easter
- Choose more sustainable chocolates: Choose ethically sourced and certified products
-Reduce paper waste: Instead of disposable wrapping paper, use tissue, newspaper or recycled boxes.
-Choose ecological gifts: Organic teas and herbal teas, natural candles, seeds or sustainable cosmetics are good options.
-Make the most of food, avoiding waste and reusing leftovers in new recipes.
Celebrating Easter sustainably is possible with small changes and creativity. By reusing materials and supporting national and more sustainable brands, we can make this date more special without harming the environment.
Try some of these ideas and get inspired for a meaningful and more sustainable Easter!