The Christmas holidays are perfect for creating a magical, warm atmosphere at home. That’s why we want to remind you — buying plastic Christmas tree ornaments and home decorations is increasingly becoming a thing of the past! Along with all the joy that Christmas decorations bring, it’s important to consider how the huge amount of plastic produced every year impacts the environment.
Although plastic is a revolutionary material, we now know that plastic never fully decomposes, but rather breaks down over time into ever-smaller pieces called microplastics and nanoplastics. These tiny particles then pollute soil, air, water, and enter the food chain, posing a serious global problem for ecosystems and human health.
To encourage citizens and local communities to reduce the use of single-use plastics and raise awareness of the importance of sustainable habits, Sunce launched the national campaign Together Without Plastic. The goal of the campaign is to inspire as many people as possible to find simple ways to reduce plastic waste in their daily lives — and the holidays are the perfect time to do so.
Below, we share a few ideas for creating Christmas decorations without plastic that can serve as inspiration.
Macrame
The technique of hand embroidery of knots or macrame is one of the old techniques of handwork. Let this year’s knitted macrame balls overshadow all the other decorations on your Christmas tree.
Also, you can find inspiration for macrame stars, mini pines, snowflakes and some other holiday motifs on social media.
Paper Christmas stars
Paper Christmas decorations are full of charm and are easy to make. Natural, simple, but imaginative, it will bring a little Christmas magic to every home and create the holiday atmosphere. If you are a fan of the eco-style, you should also love Christmas paper decorations.
To make a Christmas star you will need: 8 paper bags, glue, scissors and a bit of twine.
Video instructions for making a Christmas star can be found at the following link:
3D Paper Decorations (Balls and Snowflakes)
If you want to add some original paper decorations, try making 3D paper balls or folded snowflakes.
For 3D Balls:
- Cut circles from old paper or magazine pages.
- Fold each circle in half.
- Glue the folded halves together side by side until you form a ball.
- Add a string or twine for hanging.
These decorations look beautiful on the Christmas tree, and you can mix and match them in various colors and sizes.
Decorations made of recycled material – decorative jars and decorative light bulbs
Decorating your home during the holidays is fun, but there is something that brings even more joy, and it is when we are making decorations by ourselves. It’s also a great way to recycle old packaging, and our small contribution to environmental protection and “protection” our wallets!
Old jars and light bulbs can be a very cute Christmas decoration. We all have a bunch of old jars and light bulbs in our home. Clean them, then spray paint the color you want on it or cover it with paper. After that, decorate them to your liking. Fill a decorated jar with the Christmas candy and hang a decorated light bulb on the Christmas tree.
Christmas decorations made of natural materials
Everything has the potential to become a beautiful Christmas decoration, so observe your surroundings while enjoying nature in the fresh air. You will be amazed by how many decorating ideas will come up to you. Get inspired by some of our Christmas decorations and make your own to decorate your home this winter.
The holiday season also provides a wonderful opportunity for family gatherings and creativity. Making your own long-lasting and sustainable decorations can become a beautiful family tradition. Whether you are decorating the living room, hallway, or children’s room, handmade decorations will bring a special Christmas spirit into your home.