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Green Gifting is an emerging trend that results in a lower environmental impact as well as a lower impact on personal budgets from the gift giving process. It began with the idea of recycling the packaging around a gift and has expanded into the mindset that presents themselves can be chosen or created for the purpose of recycling or lowering their environmental and budgetary impact.[1] [2]
The concept of re-gifting is not uncommon and has traditionally been frowned upon.[3] Because of this perception one of the most important steps for successful Green Gifting is for the host of an event to indicate that Green Gifting is not only approved, but preferred. An event that features Green Gifting encourages those invited to practice the level of Green Gifting the giver is comfortable with:
- Re-gift a never used or gently used item.[3]
- Use recycled wrapping paper, bows, and gift bags.[2]
- Substitute newspaper or cloth for wrapping paper.[2]
- Create a present by hand.[1]
- Give a pass or membership to a local zoo, museum, or state and national park.[1]
- Search online for additional creative ideas.
- ^ a b c Wise Bread, Green Gifting : Six Simple Strategies.
- ^ a b c Star Tribune, Twelve Ways of Green Gifting.
- ^ a b Money Central 12 Rules For 'Regifting' Without Fear