Gifting creates millions of tons of waste and half of it ends up in landfills. Paper with coatings, glitter, foil, bows, etc. is generally not recyclable. Instead of reaching for another plastic pen or gift basket, try looking for alternative gifting solutions that create minimum impact on our planet, reduce waste and become more environmentally responsible that also benefit humankind and their tomorrow. Overproduction and overconsumption of cheap clothing harm the planet, people, and animals daily. Our current clothing consumption and disposal practices have catastrophic consequences as clothes do not biodegrade in landfills.

An article of clothing can take over 200 years to decompose, often containing or surrounded by plastic materials. Petroleum-based materials like acrylic do not decompose, behaving like regular plastic. Chemicals used in clothing, including those for waterproofing and dyes, can leach into the ground and cause environmental damage!

At Shudh_hi, we source discarded breathable fabrics to create cotton bags that make a beautiful wrap for your gift. They are not only upcycled but also effortlessly reusable. They are stitched by unemployed women so that we can give something back to the society we take so much from.