Besides the Grinch and Scrooge, who doesn’t love the winter holidays? From the delicious smells of favorite foods to families creating happy memories that last a lifetime, the holidays and their traditions hold a special place in our hearts. Plus, there are also opportunities to make new, eco-friendly holiday traditions—something we can all get behind. 

How can we do this, exactly? Start by incorporating eco-friendly holiday decorations with cherished heirlooms. Your house will become warm and festive while being an endearing symbol of festive environmental protection.

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Here Are Some of Our Best Eco-Friendly Holiday Decorating Ideas

1. Real Christmas Trees 

It should go without saying that real trees are more sustainable than artificial trees made from plastic. Even though fake trees can be reused, they have a higher carbon footprint due to manufacturing, packaging, and shipping. As a result, they will eventually end up in landfills. Plus, real and locally purchased Christmas trees have the following environmental advantages over artificial trees:

• Tree farmers are often small business owners. You help the economy by helping them. 
• Acres of local land are used for growing trees, not further development. 
• The growing trees provide clean air benefits and wildlife habitats.
• Composting your trees into mulch after the holidays has additional benefits. There may even be a free Christmas tree collection opportunity in your neighborhood. 
• If offered, you can purchase a potted tree and replant it after the holidays.

2. Thrift and Secondhand

Peruse secondhand stores, thrift stores, and even your parents’ attic to find “new to you” décor items. You are sure to uncover some unique and timeless treasures.

3. Repurposed Wreaths

Wine corks, old neckties, and other household items can be used to make eco-friendly wreaths. Alternatively, you can create an alternative Christmas tree from old books, egg cartons, aluminum cans, and more! Add your favorite things to make a unique, themed eco-friendly holiday decoration!

4. Decoration Swap

Gather some friends for holiday cheer and an eco-friendly decoration swap. This is a great opportunity to get something new while giving ones that would otherwise end up in landfills a new home.

5. Recycled Fabrics 

Recycled fabrics from old sweaters, t-shirts, sheets, and blankets can be fabricated into eco-friendly ornaments, tree skirts, stockings, and so many other holiday decorations. If you are handy with a sewing machine or glue gun, there are endless possibilities.

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6. Menorah from Reused Materials 

Collect nine wine bottles, glass yogurt jars, or wooden blocks to make your own Hanukkah Menorah or Christmas candelabra. Don’t forget to make one of the c angles higher than the others.

7. Oh, Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel 

Make a dreidel out of clay while singing the popular song! Decorate it with recycled beads or biodegradable glitter. You can play an eco-friendly holiday game when it’s dry and ready!

8. Nature Walks 

Bring the kids to collect berries, branches, stones, and pinecones to create natural, eco-friendly holiday decorations. Take your cues from nature and combine different textures and colors. If you are adding plants, focus on local nurseries. Most poinsettias are grown in California, making transportation an environmental cost.

9. Sweet Smells 

Make your house smell like the holidays by pressing whole cloves into oranges. These can be used as ornaments or displayed in a bowl with pinecones and other natural items. You can also turn many fruits and vegetables into an eco-friendly cornucopia display.

10. LED for Lighting

Are you lighting up your house? If you need new lights, stick with LEDs. They are cheaper and last a long time. Instead of throwing old lights away, recycle them!

11. Natural Candles 

Purchase natural candles to illuminate your menorah. Most candles are made from paraffin wax, refined from crude oil. They also emit toxic chemicals when burned. Natural candles, such as those made with beeswax or soy, are eco-friendly since they are more renewable and non-toxic.

12. KISS for the Holidays

KISS, an acronym for “keep it simple, stupid,” is a design principle noted by the U.S. Navy in 1960. This principle states that most systems work best if kept simple rather than complicated. Therefore, unnecessary complexity should be avoided with eco-friendly options. While purchasing new decorations every year may be tempting, remember the adage “less is more.”

With some planning, a little searching, and a lot of ingenuity, you can decorate your home with eco-friendly holiday decorations. Not only will this help the environment, but it will also create memories of special times spent with your family. The holidays are all about family, friends, and togetherness!

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