All wrapped up in fabric!

Buying wrapping paper can be costly and gets thrown straight in the bin once the gifts have been opened. Here are some eco thrifty alternatives!

2. Give good feelings and good times!

This post is the second in a series on changing the future of gift giving in a bid to eliminate, waste, unnecessary spending and panic buying junk. For some ideas…

Birthday card for a 4 year old girl

                          A while ago, I decided that rather than buying cards, which are often very overpriced I would make them or upcycle old cards. I really enjoy getting creative and…

5 free Valentines gifts for her

How much do you or your other half usually spend on Valentines day? A friend told me he usually buys his girlfriend a bunch of roses and takes her out…

Homemade 1st Birthday

I have to admit that for my son’s first birthday last year, I got a little carried away making things (not quite as carried away as for my older son,…

Gift tags made from upcycled materials

During the holiday season there are so many presents to keep track of that gift tags are a must.  There is absolutely no need to buy any though there are…