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    Turning thrifted holiday gifts into new treasures

    Gifts for loved ones don’t have to be expensive or brand new. Consider buying from your local thrift store, upcycle an imperfect and pre-loved item, or make something by hand.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • Dec 13, 2023 • 8m Listen

    Gifts for loved ones don’t have to be expensive or brand new. Consider buying from your local thrift store, upcycle an imperfect and pre-loved item, or make something by hand.

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    Sustainable ideas for Christmas gifts, decoration, and food
    1. 0:00Furoshiki: Wrap presents in cloth, cut down on paper waste
    2. 6:41Turning thrifted holiday gifts into new treasuresYou’re reading this
    3. 15:33Climate-friendly holiday tips: Buy real Christmas trees, eat veg
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      Steve Chiotakis

      Afternoon News Anchor

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Producer

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      reporter, producer, KCRW

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      Co-owner, Amigas Thrift

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    The full episode

    2 of 3
    Sustainable ideas for Christmas gifts, decoration, and food
    1. 0:00Furoshiki: Wrap presents in cloth, cut down on paper waste
    2. 6:41Turning thrifted holiday gifts into new treasuresYou’re reading this
    3. 15:33Climate-friendly holiday tips: Buy real Christmas trees, eat veg
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