Throw Some Natural Rose Petal Confetti!
Not everyone throws confetti, but many do. And due to the single-use plastic ban, it’s now actually illegal to buy confetti made from plastic or glitter (so don’t throw it either, even if you’ve already bought it – it takes ages to remove from lawns and could harm birds and wildlife).
Dried rose petals are likely the safest bet. 1 litre of petals is enough for around 10 people throwing confetti. Only buy them a few weeks ahead, as they are not good to store in the fridge.
Many flowers used for confetti (larkspur/delphiniums & hydrangeas) are unsafe near animal friends. So only use at pet-free weddings. Same applies for ‘plantable cards’. Read more on organic wedding flowers.
Although it’s biodegradable, most churches ban rice confetti (not just a slipping hazard, but attracts pigeons!)
You could collectively buy a Terracycle Party Supplies Box to recycle remaining confetti, but if not, just bin it.
Also never release balloons or fire lanterns (nor butterflies, doves or kites – all harm birds, wildlife and marine creatures).
Other Zero Waste Confetti Options
Get creative! Some brands sell (or you could make) confetti from recycled music sheets or even recycled Mills & Boon romance novels!
