Tag: paper

  • Stop, Look, Recycle – Recycle Week

    This year’s Recycle Week focuses on increasing awareness on the recyclable packaging that often finds its way into general waste. This month, between 22-28 September, the UK puts its annual spotlight on recycling. Now in its 22nd year, Recycle Week returns to encourage the British public to recycle items that too often find themselves thrown into…

  • What Is Dungeons & Dragons?

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    Dungeons & Dragons: A Return To The Heart Of Imagination Few games have captured the cultural imagination as powerfully as Dungeons & Dragons (D&D). First published in 1974 by Gary Gygax and Dave Arneson, D&D created a new category of play: the tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG). Unlike board or card games, it invited players to step…

  • Consumers Prefer Paper-Based Packaging

    8th July 2025, London, UK The latest Two Sides Trend Tracker 2025 survey, one of the print and paper industry’s largest and most comprehensive studies, reveals that paper-based packaging is increasingly recognised as the preferred sustainable packaging choice. Consumers favour paper-based packaging for its compostability, recyclability, and lower environmental impact. Across a broad range of…

  • How to Make your Own Plantable Paper

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    In a world that’s increasingly looking for sustainable alternatives, seed paper offers something truly special. Unlike traditional stationery, this paper is embedded with real seeds, allowing it to be planted after use, leaving behind no waste, only wildflowers, herbs, or vegetables. But beyond its charm lies a deeper story about materials, carbon footprints, and creativity.…

  • The Rise Of Collectable Editions In Publishing

    In recent years, the book world has undergone a luxurious transformation. Minimalist designs have given way to foiled hardcovers, sprayed edges, and intricate dust jackets as collectable editions rise to dominance in the publishing industry. These decorative, limited-run books are now a major revenue stream for publishers and a hot commodity among readers, collectors, and…

  • The Return of ‘Dumb’ Things

    Why young people are ditching their smartphones in favour of ‘dumb’ phones, cameras and notebooks. If you spend any time in the company of people under the age of 25, you may have noticed a curious thing. Despite being brought up surrounded by technology and developing an enviable mastery of a vast range of devices,…

  • 3 Activities to Teach Children Recycling Habits

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    Now that 79% of paper[1] and 83% of paper-based packaging[2] in Europe is recycled into new products, how do we pass on our recycling routine to the next generation to help maintain and improve the current recycling rates? Recycling is becoming more essential in our daily lifestyle with councils changing bin collection routines, companies promoting…

  • The Evolution Of Paper

    We’re so used to paper playing a part in our day-to-day lives that it’s easy to forget the huge role it has played in the history of mankind. From preserving ancient knowledge to revolutionising communication methods, paper isn’t just a handy resource: it represents the innovation of the human race. Its story is as fascinating…

  • Sustainable Season Presents

    Want to know what to get the eco-aware member of the family for Christmas? Here are a few ideas… Recycled Newspaper Coasters If you know someone who combines sustainable values with obsessive tidiness, then these drinks coasters made from 100% recycled newspaper should be ideal. Available in sets of six and with their own woven…

  • 8 Clever Christmas Gift Wrapping Ideas

    How To Create Maximum Effect With Minimum Environmental Impact Nothing heightens the sense of anticipation on Christmas morning more than beautifully wrapped presents under the tree. But, as we all become more conscious of our environmental responsibilities, you might be wondering if that means you need to compromise on your wrapping paper and start wrapping…