Fabric Wrapping Paper - Set of 3
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A$30.00
A$30.00
per item
Reusable Wrapping Paper - If you’re sick of the waste, time and money that it takes to wrap presents for every celebration, then our botanically dyed fabric wrapping paper will be perfect for you! Each piece is reusable, looks luxurious and beautiful and supports sustainable and ethical living. There are endless ways you can use them to wrap gifts and because they’re made from soft and colourful fabric, it’ll be like giving two gifts in one!
PRODUCT NOTES
Crafted with 100% recycled fabric and natural dyes
The perfect, reusable & zero waste way to wrap gifts
Comes in three handy sizes – small, medium and large
Small – Approximately 40cm x 40cm
Medium – Approximately 50cm x 50cm
Large – Approximately 60cm x 60cm
Reusable Wrapping Paper Collection - Fabric Wrapping Paper - Set of 3
These pretty and colourful pieces of fabric paper will save you time, money, effort and resources this Christmas while also providing a luxurious, stunning and zero waste approach to Christmas. We know that you’re going to fall in love with them…
The inspiration behind our reusable wrapping paper...
After researching more about the impact that Christmas has on our planet, we were compelled to create items that help to reduce waste and take care of the planet during the festive season and our pieces of Fabric Wrapping Paper just happen to be one of those items. Did you know that each year, an estimated 30 million trees are cut down just to produce Christmas wrapping paper?
This not only leads to deforestation but it also contributes to overflowing landfills and prevents an approximate 30 million tonnes of carbon dioxide being sequestered from the environment by those trees (this is based on the statistic that one tree can absorb one tonne of carbon dioxide over a 40 year period). Because of these eye-opening statistics, we thought it was about time that we create an alternative and re-usable solution that not only keeps waste out of landfill but also prevents additional waste from being created and ensures the survival of more trees.
This not only leads to deforestation but it also contributes to overflowing landfills and prevents an approximate 30 million tonnes of carbon dioxide being sequestered from the environment by those trees (this is based on the statistic that one tree can absorb one tonne of carbon dioxide over a 40 year period). Because of these eye-opening statistics, we thought it was about time that we create an alternative and re-usable solution that not only keeps waste out of landfill but also prevents additional waste from being created and ensures the survival of more trees.
Our reusable wrapping paper - The story behind the art...
If you’ve already browsed across a few of our sustainable and ethical products, it’s no secret that we do absolutely all we can to tread lightly on the earth and give back to our community. The story behind our Fabric Wrapping Paper pieces stems from our desire to do more for the planet whilst sharing the inspiration, advice and resources necessary for the people around us to implement change. Each and every day we recognise new issues that need to be tackled, or previously recognised problems that have become more urgent (this includes plastic pollution, carbon emissions, excessive waste and climate change) and so are always creating new and practical ways of making a difference.
We’re proud of the creation of our Fabric Wrapping Paper pieces because purchasing second-hand fabric from op shops is helping to support the local economy and the respective charities, we are able to keep additional waste out of landfill due to the fact that if items aren’t sold for a period of time, they’re thrown out from op shops regardless and the utilisation of 100% natural materials (that would also otherwise be put into landfill) means that no carbon emissions are created in the process. On top of this, each and every piece of Fabric Wrapping Paper has been ethically crafted with love and can be used for birthday gifts, Christmas presents, bouquets of flowers, thank you gifts and gift boxes.
We’re proud of the creation of our Fabric Wrapping Paper pieces because purchasing second-hand fabric from op shops is helping to support the local economy and the respective charities, we are able to keep additional waste out of landfill due to the fact that if items aren’t sold for a period of time, they’re thrown out from op shops regardless and the utilisation of 100% natural materials (that would also otherwise be put into landfill) means that no carbon emissions are created in the process. On top of this, each and every piece of Fabric Wrapping Paper has been ethically crafted with love and can be used for birthday gifts, Christmas presents, bouquets of flowers, thank you gifts and gift boxes.
Wondering how our reusable wrapping paper is created?
While we source all our fabric for the Fabric Wrapping Paper from second-hand shops, there is a lot more to the creation process than most people realise. We make regular trips to Brisbane second-hand shops to source pieces of white fabric that is thick enough to last years and be used a million times over. These pieces of fabric are usually in the form of tablecloths, seconds pieces from factories who have donated them and curtains. Once we have selected a small collection of fabrics, we then take them back to our little workshop in the rainforest and cut them into the required sizes (we ensure that during the cutting process, no waste is created, meaning that the sizes vary slightly between our fabric wrapping paper pieces.
We’ll never cut them smaller than the stated size in the product description, but on occasion you may receive one that’s bigger!). Once the cutting process is complete, we then get to work create our natural and botanical dyes. For this step of the process, we source the outer leaves of red cabbage, onion skins, blueberries, avocado seeds, coffee grinds, beetroot skins and other food waste items from our local fruit shops and cafés and then use a second hand pot to boil the water, add the ingredients and let the colours leech into the water.
The dyes usually take between 2-3 hours to get to the desired colour and then we allow our fabric pieces to soak for around 12 hours while we intermittently stir them, before hanging them outside our workshop to dry in the shade. When the fabric pieces are dry, we then bring them back inside to hem the edges with our trusty little sewing machine. After this last process is complete, we then fold each piece of fabric wrapping paper and pair them with two other pieces of different sizes and colours before placing them on one of our workshop shelves until they are ready to be shipped.
We’ll never cut them smaller than the stated size in the product description, but on occasion you may receive one that’s bigger!). Once the cutting process is complete, we then get to work create our natural and botanical dyes. For this step of the process, we source the outer leaves of red cabbage, onion skins, blueberries, avocado seeds, coffee grinds, beetroot skins and other food waste items from our local fruit shops and cafés and then use a second hand pot to boil the water, add the ingredients and let the colours leech into the water.
The dyes usually take between 2-3 hours to get to the desired colour and then we allow our fabric pieces to soak for around 12 hours while we intermittently stir them, before hanging them outside our workshop to dry in the shade. When the fabric pieces are dry, we then bring them back inside to hem the edges with our trusty little sewing machine. After this last process is complete, we then fold each piece of fabric wrapping paper and pair them with two other pieces of different sizes and colours before placing them on one of our workshop shelves until they are ready to be shipped.
Eco-friendly shipping & packaging - From Sophia. to you...
Once your order has been received, we pick out a selection of three pieces of fabric wrapping paper and bundle them together with a sparkling strand of 100% recycled copper wire. Not only does it look pretty, but it also ensures that they are protected and kept together during the shipping process. Depending on how many sets of fabric wrapping paper you order will depend on whether we use an envelope or a box made from 100% recycled cardboard. Either way, we’ll make sure they’re carefully packed away and will include a handwritten note thanking you for support sustainability and ethicality, a surprise present and an invitation to join the Sophia. Sisterhood of Sustainability – we don’t want to give too much away but we know that you’re going to love being involved in all the wonderful events and projects that we have planned for you…
We then use Sendle to deliver all our parcels from our workshop door to yours because they offset all carbon emissions created during delivery by supporting reforestation and conservation projects. While other brands might not give a second thought to how their items are packaged and shipped, it is so important to us because we know we have the ability to make a positive impact at each step of the process. Did you know that for each purchase, we also remove 100 pieces of rubbish from the environment on your behalf? The data obtained from the rubbish collection is then submitted to the Clean Up Australia Day organisation so that the appropriate research can be done and manufacturers can be educated on their environmental impact. Even though your purchase may be small, in reality, it’s making a huge difference!
We then use Sendle to deliver all our parcels from our workshop door to yours because they offset all carbon emissions created during delivery by supporting reforestation and conservation projects. While other brands might not give a second thought to how their items are packaged and shipped, it is so important to us because we know we have the ability to make a positive impact at each step of the process. Did you know that for each purchase, we also remove 100 pieces of rubbish from the environment on your behalf? The data obtained from the rubbish collection is then submitted to the Clean Up Australia Day organisation so that the appropriate research can be done and manufacturers can be educated on their environmental impact. Even though your purchase may be small, in reality, it’s making a huge difference!
Customer reviews for our pieces of reusable wrapping paper
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MEG, BRISBANE
These are such a great alternative to regular wrapping paper because their durable, reusable, look fantastic and are so practical. The best part is they can be used over and over again or simply passed along with the next gift… |
A NOTE FROM SOPHIA.
We’ve created these fabric wrapping paper pieces in an array of colours so that they can be utilised for any occasion and they are a fantastic way of reducing your impact while providing two gifts within one! |
NIKKI, VICTORIA
What a great idea! I bought a few notebooks and sets of fabric wrapping paper and the two things paired together make such a beautiful but simple gift. Thanks Sophia. for such an awesome zero waste alternative! |
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About the Collection - Reusable Wrapping Paper
We’re excited to share our Zero Waste Essentials collection with you because each item that we have created is playing an active role in reducing carbon emissions, preventing the creation of additional waste, helping to educate the community on zero waste living and also providing beautiful and luxurious options for sustainable lifestyles.
We want to give you the ability to help create a greener and cleaner future without leaving the comfort of your own home. Thank you for helping us to implement change and to continue creating sustainable and ethical items that people from all around the world can enjoy and appreciate.
We want to give you the ability to help create a greener and cleaner future without leaving the comfort of your own home. Thank you for helping us to implement change and to continue creating sustainable and ethical items that people from all around the world can enjoy and appreciate.
Styling suggestions for your Fabric Wrapping Paper...
PRESENTS GALORE
As a zero waste way of giving a gift, use our fabric wrapping paper in place of disposable paper or cellophane. Not only does it look beautiful but you’ll be helping to reduce waste and save the planet! |
HOME BAKED TREATS
Wrap up a selection of homemade scones, biscuits and muffins in one of our pieces of fabric wrapping paper and then tie the ends together with a pretty piece of recycled ribbon |
CREATIVE WRAPPING Experiment with different ways of tying these pieces of fabric wrapping paper or try them on different items. We’ve got guides on how to tie them in our gift collection section...
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You’ll also have the chance to be involved in our wonderful projects and events, share your own advice and to be supported by empowering and like-minded women. As a bonus, we also run regular competitions and give you the chance to win wonderful prize packs full of sustainable and ethical products! In your next Sophia. order, you’ll receive your very own invitation to join The Sophia. Sisterhood of Sustainability or, if you’re desperate to be part of it right now, just click the button below!
You’ll also have the chance to be involved in our wonderful projects and events, share your own advice and to be supported by empowering and like-minded women. As a bonus, we also run regular competitions and give you the chance to win wonderful prize packs full of sustainable and ethical products! In your next Sophia. order, you’ll receive your very own invitation to join The Sophia. Sisterhood of Sustainability or, if you’re desperate to be part of it right now, just click the button below!
WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY AND ETHICALITY?
Knowledge and preparation are absolutely key when it comes to leading a sustainable and ethical lifestyle, and so we believe it’s important to share both inspiration and advice that are relevant to you.
Through our eco blog, we share regular articles on ways you can reduce your impact on the planet, as well as DIY projects, eco-friendly recipes, interior design inspiration, seasonal eating guides, styling ideas and up to date information about what’s occurring in the eco industry. Enjoy reading up on the topics that interest you and then share your thoughts and feedback with us and our community!
Through our eco blog, we share regular articles on ways you can reduce your impact on the planet, as well as DIY projects, eco-friendly recipes, interior design inspiration, seasonal eating guides, styling ideas and up to date information about what’s occurring in the eco industry. Enjoy reading up on the topics that interest you and then share your thoughts and feedback with us and our community!
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