Do you need a place to find a unique, but sensible gift? A place to beat the holiday rush? It will be here, quicker than you think. Well, check out our season gifts from around the world. I KNOW LUCKY MOON’s Holiday Collection will satisfy your mindfulness.
IKLM is coming together with conscious consumers like yourself, to permanently shift the way we’ve lived and shopped for the last decade. Not only does every product available at IKLM promote the good stuff (eco-friendly) but they are also stand to make life easier. Come on in to see how!
Celebrate the Holiday and Bring Joy
This will definitely be a year to remember. Let it be your gift that was cherished as someone’s greatest joy.
The Art of Being Happy with Saving and Giving
Saving your planet, while giving a gift from the heart is also a winner!
But, instead of just wrapping the gifts and in plastic and paper, why not embrace the Japanese tradition of furoshiki. It is a beautiful way we have found to fight waste. I picked up these handy tips from the 1millionwomen.com blog. They did such a great job explaining what Furoshiki is. Hope you can crush it!
Making Life Easier: A new way of Gifting
Since plastic bags are not easy to recycle and are toxic and are best to be avoided. In Japan, the art of furoshiki helps many people avoid plastic by wrapping everything from sandwiches to wedding gifts in fabric. But, learning to do furoshiki takes some practice. However, once you get the hang of it, you may never want to use a plastic bag or wrapping paper again.
What Is Furoshiki?
The word furoshiki refers to both the fabric itself and the practice of wrapping items in cloth. Modern furoshiki was developed in the Edo period, when people visiting the public baths wrapped their clothes in a piece of fabric while they bathed, then used the fabric as a bath mat while they dressed. The direct translation of furoshiki is “bath mat.” Japan is not the only country with a cloth-wrapping tradition; Koreans have been wrapping things in beautiful bojagi fabric for centuries.
Where Can I Find Furoshiki ?
Traditional, reusable furoshiki come in a wide variety of prints and fabrics. They are available in boutiques or online, but they tend to be fancier furoshiki for elegant gift wrapping. For everyday use, you don’t need to spend a fortune. Any square or slightly rectangular piece of fabric that looks nice on both sides can be used as furoshiki. You can stock up on bandannas and scarves at your local dollar or thrift store. While you’re there, pick up a couple of old sheets to cut into shapes, for wrapping larger or odd-sized items. Whether you buy resale or new, the fabric should be thick enough to support the weight of the object you want to wrap, but not too thick for tying in knots.
Let’s Get Started
Furoshiki can be a little intimidating at first. There are many traditional tying patterns and historical rules about which fabrics to use for specific occasions. Nowadays, convenience and personal taste take precedence. Plastic waste is a global problem, so even in Japan, using furoshiki today is as much about respect for the environment as it is about tradition.
There are many resources explaining how to wrap different items. Some instructional books are quite thorough, but online tutorials are a great way to start. Either way, learning to fold furoshiki can be fun — like making origami with fabric. You can start by wrapping something simple, like a gift box or a book. With time and practice, you can work your way up to much more elaborate packages. Whether you pursue furoshiki as an art form or cheat a little with velcro, you’ll still be keeping toxic plastic out of the landfill. Just have fun!
Now let’s Search the IKLM Shops for your Favorite Gifts to Wrap
IKLM’s FALL Collection
Find the gift here that is extraordinary,and shows your thoughtfulness and patience
The Moon Market
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1. Brand- I KNOW LUCKY MOON.
Featured Item
IKLM Silicone Food Grade Reusable Storage Bags, Eco-Friendly Lunch Containers, Reusable Bags for Food Storage
I Know Lucky Moon’s. Holiday Collection Leads the Way!!!
Give Spark and Joy with Autumn Lights and other IKLM Picks for the Holiday
3. Silicone Oven Mitts+ Oven Mitt Set
“HOMWE “Silicone Oven Mitts and Pot Holders, 4-Piece Set, Heavy Duty Cooking Gloves, Kitchen Counter Safe Trivet Mats, Advanced Heat Resistance, Non-Slip Textured Grip (Navy Blue)
4. Baby Teething Blocks + Teething TOYS
10 Pacs Montessori Toys Educational Baby Toys, Rainbow Stacker for Kids and Babies. BPA-Free.
5. Silicone Straws+ Reusable Drinking Straws
Flathead Reusable Silicone Drinking Straws with Travel Case Cleaning Brush – Extra long for 30oz and 20oz Tumblers – (Set of 10) – BPA Free
The Lucky Shop Picks
Lucky’s Shop: these are things that everybody on your list is waiting for. So Crush It!!
1. Sweater Coat + sweater coat
Itsmode Women’s Chunky Turtle Cowl Neck Knit Wrap Asymmetric Hem Sweater Coat with Button Details
2. Nesting Bowls + Bowls
Bamboozle Nesting Bowls Set for Mixing and Serving, Dishwasher Safe, 7 Piece, Pastel
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3.PopIt Purse+ Fidget Toy Handbag
Push It Pop Fidget Toys Handbags and Tote Wallet Purses for Women Fashion Ladies Silicone Top Handle Satchel Shoulder Bags Sensory Toys Gift for Women Girls (P)
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Natural Sponges + Sponges
Natural Sponges for Dishes, Loofah Dish Sponges Eco-Friendly – Biodegradable Washing Up Vegetable Sponges – No Odor Scrubber for Dishes (5 Pack)
5. Dog Paw Washer+ Paw Cleaner
Dexas MudBuster Portable Dog Paw Washer/ Paw Cleaner. The gentle silicone bristles will help remove dirt and mud from your dog’s paws after the walk.
6. Bose Home Speaker 300 + Bose Speakers
Bose Home Speaker 300: Bluetooth Smart Speaker with Amazon Alexa Built-in, Silver
The Wrap-UP
Now that you have your gift list completed and an easy way to wrap them all, you are set to be the star of this holiday season. Now that’s crushing it!
These were just a random sample of things showcased. Go to the Lucky and Moon Shops for a variety of IKLM life-made easier gifts and treats. Thanks
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