The holidays don’t have to come at the planet’s expense. From zero-waste gift wrap to solar-powered lights and sustainable Halloween candy, this episode is your eco-holiday survival guide.

In this spirited episode of The Ecopreneur’s Edge edition of the What The Nell Podcast, Nell and co-host Mikee break down practical, fun, and surprisingly chic ways to celebrate the holidays sustainably. Whether you're prepping for Halloween, Thanksgiving, or Christmas, they share creative swaps and mindset shifts that make a big impact, from locally-sourced food to upcycled decorations and thoughtful gifting alternatives. This is your sustainability hack to not be perfect, but to take one simple step toward a greener holiday season.

Chapters:

00:00 – Intro + Eyebrows, Birthdays & October Vibes

01:38 – Intro to Sustainable Holiday Seasoning

02:18 – The Problem With Holiday Decor (and What to Do Instead)

04:37 – Statement Pieces, Reusables, and Solar-Powered Decor

06:00 – DIY Natural Decor: Pinecones, Pines, and Scents

08:32 – Safe Aromatherapy + Childhood Nostalgia

09:32 – Real vs. Artificial Christmas Trees: What’s Actually Sustainable?

12:49 – The Caveats of Allergies and Reclaimed Artificial Trees

14:19 – LED Lights & Solar Solutions for Holiday Sparkle

15:12 – The Pressure of Gift Giving & Mental Sustainability

16:49 – Experiences Over Stuff: Gift Giving Redefined

19:15 – What About Kids and Big Families?

21:53 – The Waste of 40 Gifts + Wrapping with Purpose

23:17 – Paper Bag Wrap, Pinecone Bows & Chic Minimalism

24:09 – Using Old T-Shirts as Gift Wrap

25:05 – Holiday Food: Local, Organic & Mindful Meals

27:04 – Supporting Local Farms for Thanksgiving

27:32 – Apple Picking, Homemade Pies & Seasonal Menus

30:19 – Halloween Candy & The Processed Food Battle

33:35 – A Real Talk Moment About Candy Moderation

36:40 – Halloween Costumes: Handmade, Reused & Recycled

38:46 – DIY Costume Ideas & Multi-Use Wardrobe Wins

39:49 – Final Thoughts: Why 1% Better Is Enough

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