Zero Waste: Gift Wrap

Embrace zero waste living with this collection of sustainable gift wrap solutions, including furoshiki, the traditional Japanese technique of fabric knotting. What could be nicer than receiving a present and the beautiful scarf it's wrapped in!

Whether you use a vintage silk scarf, create your own fabric with patchwork, piecing, and dyeing techniques, or reuse unwanted items to make quirky gift wraps, this collection is packed full of ideas for reducing waste. Other ideas include how to make present toppers from unwanted fabric and yarn scraps to finish off your gift wrapping with a flourish.

Zero Waste: Gift Wrap is crafted by Christine Leech, an experienced author, designer, stylist, prop designer, and art director. She has published several books and worked with clients such as John Lewis and Harvey Nichols. Christine boasts 18 years' experience in women's consumer publishing, most recently as creative director at Marie Claire magazine.

Selling Points:

• The first in a new zero waste craft series: zero waste is a huge movement, and this title will be the first in a series set to expand to include wardrobe, Christmas, sewing, gifts, interiors, patchwork, bags, toys, etc.
• Furoshiki is trending, and this book captures the market for this technique as well as the demand for zero waste content.
• A 'gifty' hardback format package with a low price point.