Sustainable Christmas in July Ideas

Who doesn't want an excuse for a roast? Plus, Christmas in July falls on a Saturday this year!! With a guest list controlled by you (and Christmas jumpers galore), Christmas in July can be a lot less stressful than the real deal!

Here's how we're celebrating a sustainable Christmas in July this season, without the plastic decorations, single-use everything, or last-minute landfill.

1. A Table Set With Things That Last

Forget the paper tablecloths and plastic decorations!

Our Wood Fibre Chopping Board Trio doubles beautifully as a cheeseboard or grazing centrepiece. Pair it with our Layered Storage Bowl Set, a wire bowl, mesh bowl, stainless steel plate and beechwood lid that nest together for storage and pull apart for serving, and you've got a table that feels considered rather than curated for one night only.

If you're keeping things kid-friendly (or just fancy a drink that isn't mulled anything), the Glass and Silicone Juicer is back in stock and makes quick work of a jug of fresh lemonade or orange juice, no bottled stuff required.

Buy once, buy well isn't just a nice idea for us. It's the whole point.

2. Cook Low and Slow, Waste Nothing

Christmas in July is really a winter feast in disguise. Think braises, roasts, mulled something-or-other.

If you're going all in on the feast, the Batch Cook Essentials bundle is basically a one-stop shop, mixing bowls, freezer trays, glass containers and utensils, sorted in one go rather than piecing your kitchen together dish by dish.

The new Glass Measuring Jug is a handy one to have on the bench too, for stock, gravy, or anything that needs measuring before it goes anywhere near the oven. For the day after, portion up the leftover gravy and stock instead of watching it die a slow death at the back of the fridge.

If you're the type who bakes a pudding "just to see," a Silicone Baking Mat Set saves you from burning through a whole roll of baking paper in one afternoon.

Small swaps. Big difference over a whole winter of cooking.

3. Leftovers, Handled With Care

How good are leftovers? They taste better, right? Pop them in some glass or stainless steel food containers and it means your roast vegetables, glazed ham, and pavlova get a second life instead of a slow death in the fridge.

Our Rectangle Stainless Steel and Glass Containers Set keeps everything fresher for longer, no plastic wrap required. And if you're hosting a big group, the Meal Prep Containers make divvying up leftovers between guests easy and mess-free.

4. Gifting That Doesn't Cost the Earth

If you're doing a Kris Kringle or a small gift exchange, thoughtful beats trendy every time.

Our Hemp Apron is a lovely one for the home cook in your life, made from a natural, hard-wearing fibre that only gets better with age. Or consider a Bar Refill Set for someone easing into a more plastic-free bathroom. Neither will end up in a drawer by August.

5. Compost the Cooking Scraps

A big feast means a big pile of vegetable peelings, eggshells, and offcuts. Rather than sending them to landfill, our home composting range makes it simple to turn scraps into something useful for the garden come spring.

6. Repurpose Before You Buy New

Before reaching for anything new this Christmas in July, have a look at what's already in your cupboards. Old jars make lovely candle holders. A spare tea towel can become a table runner. Half the charm is in the things that feel a little lived-in and loved.

Progress Over Perfection

You don't need every swap on this list to have a more sustainable Christmas in July. Pick one or two that feel achievable, whether that's glass food containers for leftovers or a table set with pieces you'll use long after the plates are cleared.

Ready to set your table for the season? Shop our Kitchen range for pieces designed to be part of many Christmases in July to come.