You may have childhood memories of gift wrap covering the floor, once you’ve opened all of your gifts.  Chances are, the gift wrap ended up in the garbage.  It may not have been a thought before, but think of all that waste and the impact it has on the planet.  There is an alternative.

If you give gifts in reusable gift bags, you can feel good about decreasing your footprint.  You can also feel good about knowing where the bags originate and the environment in which they are made.

“Each bag is handmade in Lowell, Massachusetts, a historic textile town home to a vast immigrant community. The bags are manufactured in a factory that supports much of the community & operates in accordance to the Fair Labor Association’s Code of Conduct. The factory has very good working conditions, pays fair wages, encourages secondary education through sponsorships & and many entry-level stitchers and sewers move into managerial positions through their “promote from within” philosophy. ”

I found these great bags at ReusableBags.com.  They are reasonably priced, and you won’t be throwing away your money.