4 Alternatives to Sending Christmas Cards This Year
The Christmas card has been around for a couple of centuries now. What originally was used to update friends and relatives of the family’s adventures has slowly trickled to a somewhat bland. Most of the time, these cards go to people you haven’t spoken to in years, and you keep up the tradition out of either fear of being judged or, well, tradition. Keep on reading for some alternatives to sending Christmas cards.
Consider Eco-friendly and Sustainable Gifts This Christmas
This year has seen a raise in minimalism, zero waste, and a strive towards a more environmentally aware way of life. As we move away from consumerism and get on board with charities, nothing quite beats the excitement of opening a present on Christmas morning. Check out 10 gifts for the environmentally conscious.
Shop Local - Christmas, Artisan and Flea Markets
Visiting your local markets is a great way to get inspired for original gifts. It is unlikely you will find inspiration from looking through the same shops and online stores over and over if you don’t know what you are looking for. By visiting markets you can see the items being put to work, you can pick them up, look at them, and talk to the seller about its provenance.
Gifts in a Jar
Repurposing mason jars has become really popular among the creative people on the internet. With Christmas fast approaching, we have collated some great gift ideas to present in a jar.
How to Make a Wreath from Pegs
For the third Preloved Christmas craft of the year, we’ve brought you a simple step-by-step guide of how to create a wreath made from pegs. You can use it as a beautiful Christmas decoration or to hang your Christmas cards from!
Christmas Safety Tips for Pets
The PDSA give the Preloved community some excellent tips for keeping our pets safe this Christmas.
Preparing for Unwanted Gifts
Now's the time to start preparing for any unwanted gifts you might receive this Christmas. Read on to find out how Preloved can help!
Christmas Wrapping Ideas
Be inspired to spend extra time creating beautifully wrapped Christmas presents with these easy gift wrapping ideas.
Christmas Markets Around the UK
You don't need to go to Germany this year to have an authentic Christmas market experience. Preloved have brought you a selection of some of the best Christmas markets across the UK to get you in the Christmas spirit!
Christmas Competition: Thrifty Decorations #PrelovedAdvent
On the run up to Christmas this year, we're holding a competition and we want all of you thrifty Prelovers out there to get involved!
