How to have a more earth friendly Christmas

As the festive season approaches, it's important to remember that our choices can have a significant impact on the environment. We’ve put together a few tips for a more earth-friendly Christmas.

Sustainable Decorations

Go for natural materials by choosing decorations made from sustainable materials like wood, paper, or fabric.

Get creative and make your own decorations using recycled materials.

Use energy-efficient LED lights for your Christmas tree and other decorations.

Eco-Friendly Gifts

Shopping local reduces your carbon footprint, and helps you support small businesses. You’ll find Pineapple Island at the Bournemouth and Cambridge Christmas markets as well as Spirit of Christmas at Olympia London, Festive Gift Fair and Good Food Show Winter at NEC Birmingham.

Give the gift of an experience, such as a concert ticket or a donation to a charity. This year, Pineapple Island are turning Black Friday into Blue Friday! We want to support the protection and restoration of the world's oceans, so we'll be donating £1 for every Blue Friday order to our nominated charity. 

Look for gifts made from recycled or eco-friendly materials, like our sage bundles and felt decorations, in the build your own gift section.

Sustainable Wrapping

Wrap your gifts in recycled wrapping paper or fabric. All of our boxes and bags are reusable, and a great place to store jewellery to keep it looking it's best.

Go for simple, reusable gift tags instead of bows and ribbons containing plastic.

Get creative with packaging by using newspaper, old maps, or fabric scraps for unique and eco-friendly wrapping. Pinterest is full of brilliant ideas to help you!

And finally, when you’re shopping, try to choose businesses that prioritise sustainability in their operations. By following these tips, you can enjoy a festive season while minimising your environmental impact. Remember, even small changes can make a big difference!