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Host an eco-friendly party with Laser Tag! Here are the #7 great ideas for you.
And if you are anything like me, we all need a bit of celebrating nowadays! But they can be OTT on plastic.
From decorations to food packaging, goodie bags, and presents, a surprising amount of plastic can be involved.
Sustainability is more important than ever, it's crucial to host events that are eco-friendly and conscious of our planet.
In this blog, we will explore a variety of tips and tricks for throwing a sustainable party that not only wows your guests but also reduces your carbon footprint.
From eco-friendly invitations to compostable tableware and energy-efficient lighting, we will guide you through every step of the party planning process.
Easy tips like renting rather than buying party stuff.
These can make a positive impact on the environment together and inspire others to do the same.
Here are some easy ideas to help you protect the planet without missing out on an awesome party.
With a bit of planning, you can enjoy a low-waste party.
Light on your wallet.
Light on our planet.
Eco-friendly events are possible with a few simple swaps and a little ingenuity. Let's go!
Did you know? According to the 2024 Inside Australian Online Shopping eCommerce Industry Report by Australia Post, most people would be willing to spend an extra $20 on eco-friendly items.
Luckily, with Laser Tag in a Box, you don't have to pay more for our eco-friendly service!
Invitations are an important part of your party planning.
Be sure to send out your invites well in advance so your party guests can save the date. I'd go for at least 3 weeks prior.
Your invitations should include the following:
Feel free to include any other special information your guests need to know, like if your celebration is a sleepover or surprise. Make sure to also include a date to RSVP by so that you can accommodate all of your party guests.
While sometimes it is necessary to post formal invites, now you can send invitations virtually.
You can email, message or even text your guest list. On our website, we have several designs which you can attach to your message.
Of course, you want your Facebook Event to look cool. We want to make that easy for you. So we've created a free Facebook Event Cover Image for you. All you need to do is to select the cover image that best suits your child's party, save it to your laptop or desktop computer and then upload it as your event's cover image.
Decorate Mindfully.
When I was a kid, my sisters and I loved to make box-folded streamers. They look fancy but they are actually super easy to make. All you need is two contrasting colour rolls of crepe paper streams, some sticky tape, and a bit of time.
What's better than your hand-made party decor?
Crepe paper is a great option for low-waste parties because it can often be recycled or composted.
You can, of course, make them with two rolls of the same colour of crepe paper. But I think they look more dramatic with the contrasting colours.
It is a good idea to match the colours with the overall colour theme of your party.
For example, if you are throwing a Fortnite party then you might select purple and blue.
Skip the disposable decorations in favour of ones you can use year after year.
If you want to have even more themed decor then you can hire fabric bunting from us!
This bunting is fantastic because it isn't single-use.
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Incorporate sustainable decor by choosing reusable or biodegradable decorations that align with your eco-friendly party theme.
Consider using items such as bamboo plates, cloth napkins, or potted plants as centrepieces instead of disposable plastic options.
By opting for sustainable decor, you not only reduce waste but also add a touch of uniqueness and charm to your event. Or why not hunt around your backyard for some festive flora? A vase of freshly cut flowers and greenery from your garden can make your home look and feel terrific.
Did you know that Glitter is made from plastic?
So instead you could make some homemade confetti with a hole-puncher with leftover paper.
Skip the plastic tablecloth.
Instead, you can rent a themed tablecloth, actually made of cloth!
Compostable tableware not only reduces the need for single-use plastics but also supports sustainable practices. Make a statement with your eco-friendly choices and show your guests that hosting a conscious event is easy and stylish.
Choose cloth instead of Paper
Instead of using single-use paper napkins, offer guests a cloth napkin.
Because you can launder the napkins, you can use them again and again.
Check out these linen napkins from Spotlight.
These days a party doesn't happen if it is not on social media somewhere.
Whether you're making a TikTok #lasertaginabox or just sharing with the fam.
It's important to set the scene. It can be a great idea to set up a backdrop or two around the party area.
You could buy wall decor from eBay or other party supply stores. But often they are made of plastic.
Instead, for a low-waste option, why not hire a camo net?
These are big, flexible and reusable.
Set it up for your party and when it's all done, just return it to us.
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(Remember the days when plastic straws were even wrapped in plastic!!)
One twist on a popular idea is a Charcuterie board but with hot dogs!
Charcuterie?
It's a fancy name for a board with a selection of meats!
But who would have thought of a hot-dog charcuterie board!! Love it.
Hot dogs are great because you can eat them without plastic utensils.
For the sweets, homemade fudge, cut up and wrapped in paper (not plastic!) is a great way to keep individual servings in an eco-friendly way.
Drinking from a real glass is so much nicer than a plastic one, and so much less wasteful.
For younger party-goers consider brightly coloured aluminium tumblers.
You can get them from camping stores or online, like this set of stainless steel cups from Adventure Snacks.
Or if you don't have the budget to buy new, consider hunting for some cool ones at a thrift shop.
Oftentimes, drinks at the store come in large plastic bottles.
These almost always get up in the bin soon after the party is over.
Instead, when you are selecting your drinks, keep a lookout for glass bottles.
These can be reused in your home or recycled after the party! Many juices come in glass bottles, even at your local supermarket.
Plus, many shops now sell zero plastic cups for parties. You can combine the crepe paper with these cups to add a splash of colour too!
One thing that is used and discarded quickly as look at it is wrapping paper.
But here is a great idea to reduce waste - a reusable pass-the-parcel bag set.
I found this one on ETSY with a superhero theme.
Going one step further you could also consider birthday present bags made of material, rather than wrapping paper like these Australian Made wraps.
Japanese people are full of bright ideas.
Take the Japanese style of wrapping with a fabric called Furoshiki for example. Instead of single-use wrapping paper try these delightful material wraps.
Made from soft cotton, our stylish wraps are reusable and repurposable, check out these 100% cotton wraps.
Rent some party decor. Or if you buy them, store them so you can reuse them for future parties. Or recycle the items that can be recycled (such as the paper, or compose the leftover food).
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!
By renting the decor, or laser tag set for party games instead of purchasing it, you reduce the resources used in manufacturing and ultimately lower your carbon footprint.
Let me know. Have you hosted an eco-friendly, low-waste, party? Post on our Facebook page.
Tag us with #lasertaginabox so we can see your photos and reels.
Incorporating eco-friendly practices into your party planning not only showcases your commitment to sustainability but also leaves a positive impact on the environment. From compostable tableware to energy-efficient lighting, every little step counts.
By choosing to host an eco-friendly event, you are creating a memorable experience for your guests but also inspiring them to make more sustainable choices in their own lives.
So, next time you plan a party, remember that every small effort towards sustainability makes a big difference.
Make your next event a celebration of not just good times, but also a greener future.
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