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Hundreds of youngsters and parents got creative at Hitchin's first Eco Grotto at the weekend. Picture: aimvphotography (Image: Archant)
The grotto, organised by the Wholesome Weigh zero waste store - on Churchyard Walk - saw children embrace a greener Christmas, making festive decorations, cards and crackers - all from unwanted materials.
The grotto also featured eco-themed storytelling from winter fairy Chianna Fae - who inhabits a special bell tent decorated with up-cycled Christmas finery.
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"The aim was to align the environmental issues with Christmas, and rekindle a time where handmade and up-cycling was the norm," Wholesome Weigh owner Aimee said.
"Despite the cold, wind and rain, our fabulous volunteers and children got stuck in. We had some great conversations with families enjoying a greener festive season, which is better for the environment and our personal well-being!"
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Environmental group Earth Gardens Stevenage also helped out for their first community event, designing eco-cards and up-cycled tree decorations - including orange peel stars which hang on your Christmas tree, affording a festive aroma.
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Hundreds of youngsters and parents got creative at Hitchin's first Eco Grotto at the weekend. Picture: aimvphotography (Image: Archant)
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