Wedding favours are a wonderful way to show your guests some extra appreciation and there's many ways you can do this while keeping the environmental impact of bought goods minimal. For this blog post, we want to share with you some great ideas for sustainable wedding favours that your guests - and the planet - will absolutely love!
Food-Related Wedding Favours
- Jam or Honey: Mini jars of jam or honey bought at your local farmer's market make great wedding favours that can be useful to just about everyone! Not only are transport costs and emissions saved, but you'll also be supporting local businesses while giving your guests something sweet to enjoy for breakfast.
- Herbal Tea Blends: Give out tea bags in sustainable and compostable bags or package your own tea blends in small cotton bags. People will always think of you when enjoying their morning or afternoon tea.
- Organic Chocolate or Vegan Baked Goods: Buy organic chocolates or find a delicious, plant-based recipe that you can make and share with your wedding guests. Nothing says 'I love and appreciate you!' like homemade baked goods.
Plant-Based Favours
- Seeds: If you've got a green thumb, share it with your friends and family by gifting them seed packets that they can plant and grow - symbolic and great for the environment.
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Succulents: Succulents are durable and easy to take care of, so this will be a great wedding favour, even for people who do not have a green thumb.
Reusable & Practical Items
- Beeswax or soy candles: Who doesn't love getting cozy in candle light? Gift your guests some mini candles that they can light up to sit back and relax.
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Reusable Bags: Reusable bags with designs that are on theme make great sustainable wedding favours, as they can be used for many years to come, making a practical gadget for your guests.
Handmade and Upcycled Items
- DIY Bath Salts or Scrubs: There are great ways you can make your own bath salts and body scrubs from natural ingredients! A sustainable and handmade gift that will encourage your guests to indulge in self-care.
- Pressed Flower Bookmarks: Collect flowers and press them to create stunning bookmarks that your loved ones will love!
Zero-Waste Alternatives
- Donations: Favours do not have to be material! You could make small donations with organisations that you are passionate about in their name and gift them small cards with information on the donation made.
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Digital Photobooth Keepsakes: Rent a photobooth and take pictures with your guests that will be sent to them digitally after the party, so you'll have wonderful keepsakes to remind you of the wonderful memories you made on your wedding day.
We hope you loved these ideas for sustainable wedding favours and will be able to incorporate them into your own party! Let us know what other sustainable wedding favours there are. Let's inspire each other!