The Eco-Christmas Craft Book

Synopsis

If you love Christmas, you'll love this book! It's the perfect antidote to the traditional tinsel and glitter that shed harmful microplastics, polluting our oceans and waterways.

The Eco-Christmas Craft Book is filled with lots of ideas to create your own stylishly beautiful, eco-friendly Christmas.

All you need to do is save up some recyclable or foraged items such as cardboard, newspaper, wine bottle corks, twigs and pine cones. You can choose your own colour scheme to match your home and, because the materials are recyclable, you could make new ones every year!

Including all the things that make Christmas special, such as tree decorations, advent items, Christmas cards, table decorations, wreaths and many more, there are 30 fabulous projects to make, and ideas for many more. So start collecting and learn how to make gorgeous, professional-looking decorations cheaply, without harming the planet.

Summary

Chapter 1: Natural Decorations

* Summary: This chapter introduces the concept of using natural materials like pine cones, twigs, and acorns to create eco-friendly decorations. It provides step-by-step instructions for making ornaments, garlands, and wreaths.
* Real Example: Create a pine cone Christmas tree by gluing pine cones together in a pyramid shape and decorating them with natural materials like twigs, berries, and cinnamon sticks.

Chapter 2: Paper Crafts

* Summary: This chapter focuses on using recycled paper to make festive cards, gift wrap, and ornaments. It includes techniques for paper folding, cutting, and embellishing.
* Real Example: Make a Christmas card by folding paper in half, cutting out a snowflake design, and decorating it with paint or markers made from natural materials.

Chapter 3: Fabric Crafts

* Summary: This chapter explores using scraps of fabric, felt, and yarn to create unique Christmas decorations. It covers techniques like sewing, embroidery, and weaving.
* Real Example: Create a felt Christmas stocking by cutting felt into a stocking shape, sewing it together, and adding embroidered details like snowflakes or candy canes.

Chapter 4: Upcycled Crafts

* Summary: This chapter challenges readers to reuse and repurpose everyday items into festive decorations. It provides ideas for using tin cans, glass jars, and cardboard boxes.
* Real Example: Transform a tin can into a Christmas lantern by painting it, cutting out a star design, and adding a candle inside.

Chapter 5: Gifts from the Kitchen

* Summary: This chapter shares recipes for homemade eco-friendly gifts, such as scented candles, soaps, and bath bombs. It emphasizes using natural ingredients like essential oils and dried herbs.
* Real Example: Create scented candles by melting beeswax, adding essential oils like cinnamon or pine, and pouring it into recycled glass jars.

Chapter 6: Packaging and Wrapping

* Summary: This chapter offers sustainable alternatives to traditional gift wrapping, such as using fabric scraps, newspaper, or reusable gift bags. It also covers techniques for making eco-friendly bows and gift tags.
* Real Example: Wrap gifts in recycled newspaper, securing them with twine made from natural fibers and adding a handmade gift tag made from cardboard.