The no-plastic Easter

Happy Easter everyone! It's a meaningful holiday in our lives but also a holiday full of plastics and non-sustainable practices. TfP wants to share our ideas on how to easily change Easter into a green celebration.

1. We can make our own cardboard eggs! Just cut the top off of a cardboard egg carton. Cut the bottom part into 6 sections, each containing two egg cups. Decorate the outsides with marker, paint, crayons or whatever you desire. Fill one side with candies. Fold the second side over to close and attach with a twist-tie or tape. Volia! Recyclable eggs. And ones that can be easily hidden for children to find.

2. Instead of buying a plastic basket, invest in a wicker basket. These can be found inexpensively at flea markets or vintage shops and can be found in unique shapes! If these baskets are discarded, they break down much easier than plastic.

3. Layer the basket with fabric, a cloth napkin, rafia, tissue paper, torn newspaper...the possibilities are endless! Just please don't buy plastic grass when there are so many other options available.

4. Fill with goodies! Instead of commercial candy, try a local chocolate shop for homemade treats that aren't packaged in plastic. You could also add items such as craft projects, books, gardening gloves and seeds, bathing suits for fast-approaching summer.

We also want to hear your creative ideas! Share with us what you are doing for this sustainable Easter.