PSA: You Should Switch to Recyclable Wrapping Paper This Year—Here Are 15 Great Picks

This U.K.-based paper company specializes in heavy-weight, 100 percent recycled gift wrap that features a wide range of eye-catching designs. The Doodle Factory’s holiday line is particularly charming and oh-so festive, and loyal customers report that this high-quality paper is a breeze to work with, too—namely because it doesn’t tear too easily. That said, this sturdy wrapping paper does arrive folded, so you might have to put a little effort into ironing out the creases in order to achieve a more aesthetically pleasing parcel.

This kraft paper bundle features six thick and generously-sized (19.6 by 27.5 inches) sheets of wrapping paper, each of which boasts a different Christmas-themed graphic. The designs on this sturdy paper are classic and understated, and we’re big fans of the attractive matte finish that both looks and feels expensive (but isn’t). Best of all, the set even comes with recyclable gift tags, so you don’t have to ruin a good thing with those blasted sticky labels, and it even arrives folded flat for easy storage.

The neutral colors and designs on this four-pack of kraft wrapping paper rolls are downright classy. Plus, you’ll get plenty of mileage out of this budget-friendly bundle—it boasts 120 square feet of paper with cutting grid lines on the back to minimize waste and up your wrapping game.

Here, a gift wrap set with 88 square feet of eye-pleasing kraft paper featuring neutral prints. Use it for the winter holidays, and then keep it around for pretty much any other occasion as well.

We’re kind of obsessed with the offbeat but festive elephant graphic on this wrapping paper, which is made from recycled newsprint material and, by all accounts, feels a lot like a newspaper, too. Of course, if you’re looking for something a little more traditional, you can always flip the reversible sheet over and opt for the simple Christmas tree design instead.

Colorful Christmas lights, reindeer antlers, snowflakes and candy cane stripes adorn these four rolls of high-quality Hallmark kraft paper, each of which has 22 square feet of wrapping potential (and plenty of holiday cheer).

If you’re looking for seasonal vibes that aren’t overly holiday-specific, this 150 square foot kraft paper duo from Hallmark—with prints that are equal parts secular and festive—should do the trick.

Although this 125 square foot, 5-roll pack of wrapping paper is available in many different color and pattern options, the one pictured above is one of the only recyclable choices on offer. (The others are either laminated or have foil.) That said, this product gets rave reviews for its high quality and attractive appearance.

Three, large wrapping paper sheets (21.5 by 34 inches) and two festive prints for the price of one—this recycled newsprint gift wrap is another eco-friendly winner from the folks at Wrappily.

Good ol’ Saint Nick just got a dose of sixties pop art cool with this funky little number. Bonus: You can reverse the wrapping paper for Warhol vibes with year-round gifting potential.

Another style of 100 percent recycled (and recyclable) gift wrap from the Doodle Factory, with a festive Rudolph graphic that’s adorable and ideal for kids. Best of all, the thick, tear-resistant paper means less mess on Christmas morning.

This pretty kraft paper is sold in conveniently-sized 15 square foot sheets to save you the hassle of wrestling with an unwieldy roll of wrapping—you know, in case you left the task to the last minute. (No judgment.)

Let’s be honest, wrapping presents is kind of a pain, which is why you should take a shortcut whenever possible and simply bag the goods instead. Presenting a Nutcracker gift bag you can put in the recycling bin, but looks so good you won’t want to.

Scoop this bundle up and you’ll score 10 flat sheets and 48 square feet of cutesy wrapping paper with festive graphics that basically scream “Christmas with kids.” That said, it’s worth noting that reviewers say this paper, while plenty strong, is on the thinner side, and in some cases (i.e., depending on the packaging of the gift) not entirely opaque.

Fans say this classy looking black, white and tan (25-square foot) wrapping paper bundle is not too thin, not too thick, but just right. The handy gridlines are just a holiday bonus.