
Originally Posted by
kit_cebu
1. Save the really nice wrapping paper form the presents you get. - it's really hard when the giver uses non-3M scotch tape... LOL
2. Recycle old phonebooks by using their pages as gift wrappers. It'll give your presents a character. - gamit namo ni putos mangga...
3. Instead of buying a new pen, keep the old one and buy an ink refill. - mostly, we use the disposables (way baligya refill). pero sa g-tech, refill ra...
4. Write the name of your gift recipient right on the wrapping paper itself. use thick magic markers or puff paint to make your gifts stand out. - i do this too...
5. Give environmentally-friendly gifts, like colorful straw-weaved bags or canvas totes. They're great alternatives to plastic bags! - i don't go for this kay i would end up ingnon "cheap"... wa na ma-uso ang "thought that counts" gud...
6. While Christmas shopping, tell the salesperson you don't need a bag if their merchandise comes in plastic. - i do this ALWAYS....not only during christmas...
7. Give potted plants wrapped with colorful bows as gifts. - i have'nt done this...kay it's not my "thing" to give plants...
8. Make a small donation to Greenpeace. - my paypal was blocked... LOL so, no can doo...
9. Put your CD's in big albums instead of individual plastic cases. - akong gamit kay katong murag tube nga mo-sulod up to 100 cd's...
10. Forget the firecrackers and stock up on light-emitting toys and noisemakers. - 3-years running wa nako palit pabuto...