All fabric has value, so even if it is in bad condition don’t discard it! It can be recycled into fiber to create stuffing, insulation and carpet pads. Find out where to recycle it (and many other things) in SWANCC’s Reuse/Recycle Directory
Tips for celebrating a greener Halloween
There are lots of ways to reduce the impact of Halloween. Here are just a few:
- Create costumes and decorations from items you already have at home.
- Skip the fake webbing on bushes as it can trap and kill insects and birds.
- As alternatives to giving out candy in all those wrappers, consider pencils, erasers or other eco-friendly treats.
- If you are hosting a gathering, use your own dishes, silverware and glasses instead of plastic ware that gets thrown out.
- Compost your pumpkins in your backyard or bring them to the Village Hall or Centennial parking lots on Nov. 6 from 9 am until 3 pm. Not from Wilmette? Click here for “pumpkins smashes” near you – and great reasons why those pumpkins should not end up in a landfill.
Click here for 29 more fun green tips! Happy Halloween!
