Christmas 2022: Know about eco-friendly decoration ideas for your tree

Come Christmas and people start preparations to decorate their trees. But often people use products that end up polluting the environment. Glitter is one of the most commonly used products in almost all Christmas decorations or decorations in general but it pollutes the waterways. Tinsel, a big bundle of plastic, fairylights uses electricity. Various other products for decorative purposes lead to pollution.

However, do check out these gorgeous, sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives. From delicate DIY embroidery hoops to elaborately decorated traditional paper baubles, here are some of the best eco-friendly trinkets for your tree.

Trio of Kashmiri Papier Mache Baubles

Based on embroidery patterns from India and decorated in rainbow-bright florals, make a bold statement with beautiful papier-mâché baubles.

Buy it for £28 from Ella James

Gingko Paper Garland

Let go of the full-blown bling, for delicate, gingko-shaped paper petals, handmade by artisans in Delhi. These beautiful Garlands have been naturally dyed using marigold, madder and coffee.
Buy it for £16.50 from Toast

Paper Snowflake

If you want to sprinkle a little festive magic, paper snowflake is the best choice for you. These beauties are made in a carbon-neutral workshop and then hand dyed to match the color of faded silks.
Buy it for £8 from The Shop Floor Project

Zinc Bell Set

Harness a natural Yuletide look with rustic, zinc bells strung on the door or at the window for everyone to admire. Add pine sprigs and twine for a classic Christmas.
Buy it for £16 from Nordic House

Delft Blue Paper Baubles

New Arrival: Beautiful delft blue paper decorations that come flat-packed so all the family can get crafty.
Buy it for £12 for five or £5 for two robins from Raj Tent Club

Felt Light Garland

Reduce plastic use and swap it with glitzy lights made up of 100% wool. Use these colorful bulbs strung on a cotton cord- and you will never have to replace a broken set of fairy lights again. A real lightbulb moment.
Buy it for £21 from The Felt Studio

FAQs:

1. Do Felt Light Garlands consume electricity?
   No, felt light garlands are 100% wool and don't use electricity
2. Are the paper snowflakes made in a carbon-neutral workshop?
   Yes, the paper snowflakes are created in a carbon-neutral workshop