The Greener Gifting Gang Podcast

In this episode, I’m joined by Ruth Matthews , chiropractor, yoga teacher, and founder of Key Wellness . If you’ve ever finished a gift-wrapping session with an achy back, tight shoulders, or that feeling of being hunched over for far too long… this one is absolutely for you. Ruth brings her wealth of knowledge from the worlds of chiropractic care and yoga to help us understand what’s really going...

In this episode, I’m joined once again by the lovely Sue Eagle, founder of Eazywraps. If you're a regular listener, you’ll remember our chat on Episode 14 From Fabric to Gift Wrap: Sue Eagle’s Sustainable Story . This time, we’re coming together for a behind-the-scenes chat about our time at the Home Life & You Show at Excel London , where Sue exhibited her Eazywraps and I joined her to d...

In this episode, I’m joined by the wonderfully creative Aoife Forbes, founder of Forbes Finishings.  I absolutely loved having a conversation with someone who is as obsessed as me about giftwrapping! Aoife shares how she went from a fast-paced corporate career in PR to discovering the joy and calm of gift wrapping, and how that shift opened the door to a whole new business and a completely differe...

In this episode of the Greener Gifting Gang podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Lorraine Allman , founder of Party Without Plastic a business on a mission to help families and communities celebrate joyfully without mountains of single-use waste. Lorraine’s journey began with something wonderfully close to home: her young son’s concern for protecting the biodiversity of hedgehogs. That spark of ca...

In this episode of the Greener Gifting Gang podcast , I’m joined by the inspiring Lizzie George , founder of Love Our Planet with Lizzie, a UK-based business championing sustainable living, refillable probiotic cleaning, and simple eco swaps that don’t cost the earth. After downsizing from a six-bedroom home to life in a motorhome , Lizzie now lives lightly, treads gently, and shares her journey t...

In this episode, Eve shares three key occasions to focus on in November if you sell giftable products. From festive gifting to team thank-yous and those often-overlooked winter birthdays, discover how to position your products as meaningful, ready-to-give gifts. What You’ll Learn: How to make your products gift-ready for Christmas shoppers Ways to promote your products as thoughtful team or client...

In this episode of the Greener Gifting Gang , we hear from Amanda Alcock , founder of Random Panda — a business built on the belief that small gifts can make a big impact . Random Panda started during lockdown 2020, when Amanda was a regional manager with The Body Shop at Home . She wanted to recognise and motivate her team with thoughtful little gifts, but couldn’t find anything that felt persona...

Have you ever thought about how decluttering and gifting might be connected? In this episode, I chat with Ingrid Jansen , professional organiser and co-founder of The Declutter Hub , about the surprising overlap between simplifying your home and being more intentional with the gifts you give and receive. We explore how mindful gift giving can support a decluttering journey — reducing overwhelm, cr...

In this episode, I’m joined by Sue Eagle , founder of Eazywraps , who has a real passion for Furoshiki – the beautiful Japanese art of fabric gift wrapping. Sue shares how her business was born from a love of sustainable living and creativity, and how at Eazywraps , she transforms surplus and deadstock fabrics into stunning, reusable gift wraps. Each piece tells its own story and helps to make gif...

In this episode, I’m joined by Anna Green , the founder of Direct Selling Success — and someone who’s been an important part of my own journey in business too. Anna shares her story of how she got started in direct sales , what she’s learned along the way, and how she now helps network marketers build thriving businesses that feel authentic and enjoyable. We chat about how to promote your products...

Christmas might be the big event on the retail calendar, but if you only promote your products in December, you’re missing out on sales! October brings plenty of reasons why people are already shopping for gifts. In this episode Eve highlights three gift occasions to promote your products this month before the festive season takes over. By tying your marketing to these occasions, you’ll stay front...

In this episode of the Greener Gifting Gang , I’m joined by the wonderfully talented Natalie Winder , founder of Metallic Sunflower . Natalie is a calligrapher and who uses the art of beautiful lettering to add that extra layer of meaning to gifts, events, and special moments. We talk about why Natalie loves calligraphy and the magic of turning words into art. She shares how her work (and teaching...

Christmas isn’t the only time people buy gifts!  In this episode, the first in Season 2, I share three overlooked September occasions you can use to boost sales – from back-to-school gifts to international Father’s Day and the September birthday boom. 👉 Download your free guide: 50 Ideas and Occasions for Using Giftwrapping in Your Business 👉 Join the free Unwrap the Potential challenge (starts...

This episode is all about why plastic-free packaging isn't just a "nice-to-have"—it's a way to attract customers that align with your eco-conscious values. Inspired by Plastic Free July , Eve breaks down five powerful reasons why switching to more eco-friendly packaging can help product-based businesses build trust, stand out from the crowd, and attract loyal, values-aligned cu...

Episode 8: Gifts That Last – Stories of Thoughtful Giving with Roz Chandler In this episode, I’m joined by Roz Chandler , founder of Roz Chandler Fitness. Roz shares some beautiful stories about the thoughtful gifts she’s received over the years from her members—reminders of the real, heartfelt connections built through her work. We also chat about her own love of gift giving, including how she en...

In this episode of the Greener Gifting Gang podcast, I'm joined by the brilliant Isabel Mack from the Party Kit Network , and we're chatting all things eco-celebration! If you've ever felt torn between throwing a fun children's birthday party and staying true to your sustainable values, this episode is for you. Isabel shares the story behind the Party Kit Network and how borrow...

In this episode as Eve chats with Mel, also known as Mrs. B, from Mrs. B's Book Nook. Discover how she inspires children to fall in love with reading and creatively packages up books into gifts.  We cover: The importance of reading for pleasure, creative ways to gift books, themed book boxes for special occasions, eco-friendly wrapping ideas and supporting small businesses through gift shoppi...

In this episode, I’m joined by Greener Gifting Gang member Rachel Slyfield , founder of Rachel’s 3 Rs —a subscription box designed to support mums of children with special educational needs (SEN). Her mission? To help busy mums carve out meaningful time for themselves and rediscover those small but powerful moments of calm and joy. We chat about the emotional magic of surprise and anticipation in...

In this episode, I’m joined by the inspiring Charlotte Mason-Curl , founder of The Kids Party Pact —a growing movement encouraging parents to rethink how we give at children’s birthdays in a more eco-conscious way. Charlotte shares how she became aware of the staggering environmental impact of plastic toys that we gift as party presents or in the (often dreaded) party bag. This conversation is all...

In this first interview with a guest I chat with my good friend Yvonne Cole. As a busy mum, podcaster and thoughtful gift giver she shares her strategies for choosing gifts carefully,  the changes she's made to start wrapping them in a more eco-friendly way and reveals some really special gift memories too. You can listen to Yvonne's podcast for PTA and fundraising inspiration here:  PTA...

In this episode Eve explains the purpose of the podcast and her journey from marketing financial services to mum and business owner! Don't forget to follow the show , leave a review , or share this episode with a friend who would find it useful. If you sell giftable products and want more ideas for using wrapping and gifting in your business, download my free 50 occasion ideas guide Grab free...

Don't forget to follow the show , leave a review , or share this episode with a friend who would find it useful. If you sell giftable products and want more ideas for using wrapping and gifting in your business, download my free 50 occasion ideas guide Grab free wrapping tutorials and resources at giftwrappedbyeve.com/freebies Follow Giftwrapped by Eve on Instagram Join our Facebook community...

In this episode Eve shares five simple ways you can make changes so that your giftwrapping can start to be a little greener. Don't forget to follow the show , leave a review , or share this episode with a friend who would find it useful. If you sell giftable products and want more ideas for using wrapping and gifting in your business, download my free 50 occasion ideas guide Grab free wrappin...