Trim your holiday trash

We throw away 25 per cent more rubbish during the period between Christmas and New Year’s Day than any other time of the year. This extra waste amounts to masses of unnecessary garbage – here are a few waste-reducing ideas:

Instead of wrapping gifts for kids, hide the presents unwrapped, and plant clues to where they’re hidden like a treasure hunt.
User faster film speeds, such as 400 or 800. This will extend battery life.
Make your own tree ornaments out of things you already have around the house, such as used greeting cards or costume jewellery, or from things you might find in the backyard or the park, such as twigs, bark, herbs, and pine cones.
Send electronic greeting cards to family, friends and business associates who are online.