Whether you want to thank someone, let them know you’re thinking of them, or wish them a fast recovery, greeting cards are a thoughtful way to let someone know that they matter to you. With the greeting card industry being as massive as it is, it’s unsurprising that it can be quite detrimental to the environment, particularly when you consider all the paper and plastic being used. Fortunately, many companies are realizing the importance of going green, which means that eco-friendly greeting cards are becoming more prevalent. If you’re in need of a good greeting card but would prefer a sustainable one, we have some good news for you – there are plenty of eco-friendly gift cards available right here on ACA. 

Cards to Celebrate Love

If you’re looking for a beautiful card meant to celebrate love that’s made in a sustainable way, look no further! 

Wishes and Blooms has a lovely card made from recycled card stock featuring an intricate cut-out heart design and silver foiling for the phrase. This would be the perfect wedding gift to a happy couple!

Sydney artisan itto has taken a very unique approach to sustainable cards, and their products have what they call a “second life.”

All of itto’s greeting cards, including “Kookoo For You”, are plantable! This means that the cards (which are made from recycled paper) are embedded with your choice of plant seeds: Lettuce and Wild Rocket, Swan River Daisy, or Forget-Me-Not seeds. 

Birthday Cards

If you are looking for the perfect card to give to someone an animal lover on their birthday, My Lovely Pets Design has just what you need!

Made in Sydney, all of their cards are printed on 100% recycled uncoated paper and come packaged with a 100% recycled envelope. Their Australian Wildlife Bird Birthday Eco-Friendly Recycled Paper Card comes with your choice of an image of five different beautiful birds native to Australia, and the inside of the card is blank so that you can write your own heartfelt message. 

For those individuals who enjoy witty puns, consider a birthday card made by Tilly Scribbles, who has made an effort to make their greeting cards as sustainable as possible through recycled materials, plastic-free and compostable packaging, and carbon off-set delivery. 

The Cane Toad Birthday Card has a cute image, is soft to the touch, and features a matte finish and a blank interior for you to write your own message. It’s the perfect birthday card for someone who loves a bit of charming silliness!

Congratulations Cards

Whether it’s welcoming a new member to the family or acknowledging an achievement, congratulating someone on their accomplishments is important, so choosing the perfect card to convey that message can be tricky. Fortunately, Sunpatch Society has just what you need!

Their New Baby Cat Family Greeting Card is made from 100% recycled paper and features a colourful, whimsical design that’s perfect to welcome a new family member! 

Buying a home is a big milestone that deserves congratulations, and Art by ENC has just the right card for the occasion. 

The “Welcome Home” card is printed on sustainably sourced 340 gsm paper and comes with a light satin finish and a blank interior so that you can write your own thoughtful message. 

Cards to Express Gratitude

If you need to thank someone and would like to do it in the most heartfelt, eco-friendly way possible, consider a card from Lulibell Studio. 

Their Thank You Card is made from 100% post-consumer recycled cardstock and is shipped in minimal compostable packaging in order to reduce environmental impact. 

A Perfect Environmentally Friendly Way to Send a Message

It might seem small and insignificant, but even choosing an eco-friendly greeting card is a step forward in helping to reduce harm to the environment. It’s also a big show of support for companies that are choosing more sustainable ways of making greeting cards and it helps to spread the word that eco-friendly is the way to go.