10 Eco‑Friendly Party Bag Ideas That Kids Will Love

When planning a children's party, opting for eco-friendly party bags can make a big impact! At The Curious Caterpillar, we specialise in plastic-free, handmade, and eco-friendly party bag fillers and ready-to-fill bags designed for children aged 3 to 8. Here's our top 10 sustainable favourites:

1. Wooden DIY Bracelet Kits

Our Wooden Rainbow DIY Bracelet Sets are a customer favourite. Each kit comes with wooden beads and string, making it the perfect creative, plastic-free craft activity for party bags.

2. Mermaid Threading Kit

Our Mermaid Threading Kit is perfect for little hands and creative minds. Follow the holes to sew a colourful mermaid. It's a plastic-free craft that fits beautifully into any mermaid or sea-themed party bag.

Mermaid Threading Kit-Party Bag Fillers - Girls-The Curious Caterpillar

3. Wooden Finger Puppets

These wooden animal finger puppets are made from sustainably sourced wood and are a big hit with little ones. Grab a pencil or pen and colour them in. Great for imaginative play and plastic-free.

Wild Animal - Wooden Finger Puppet-Party Bag Fillers - Boys-The Curious Caterpillar

4. Wooden Yoyos

Classic fun that never goes out of style! Our Woodland yoyos are sustainably made and beautifully designed. Perfect for eco-conscious party bags.

Woodland Friends Wooden Yoyo - 5cm-Party Bag Fillers - Girls-The Curious Caterpillar

5. Traditional Finger Traps

These woven finger traps are a traditional party bag filler and completely plastic-free. Colourful, and perfect for a giggle!

 

Finger Trap-Party Bag Fillers - Boys-The Curious Caterpillar

6. Scratch Art Cards

Add a little magic to your party bags with our themed scratch art cards. Get creative with this simple and colourful scratching activity.

Superhero Scratch Art-Party Bag Fillers - Boys-The Curious Caterpillar

7. Wooden Spinning Tops

These traditional wooden spinning tops are small, colourful, and entertaining. A great low-waste alternative to plastic toys, and ideal for ages 3+.

Wooden Spinning Top-Party Bag Fillers - Boys-The Curious Caterpillar

8. Friendship Bracelet Kit

Our eco-friendly bracelet kits come with everything needed to create a special keepsake. A lovely plastic-free activity to add to your party bag.

9. Paper Ball Slingshot

This fun wooden toy fires paper balls, it’s an eco-conscious way for kids to burn off party energy.

Paper Ball Slingshot-Party Bag Fillers - Boys-The Curious Caterpillar

10. Wooden Wands

A must for any fairy, wizard, or magical-themed party! Our wooden wands are completely plastic-free, enchanting and perfect for imaginative play. 

Wooden Star Wand-Party Bag Fillers - Girls-The Curious Caterpillar

Why Go Eco‑Friendly?

Choosing eco-friendly party bag fillers isn’t just good for the environment, it shows your guests that sustainability can be fun. From creative craft kits to classic wooden toys and stationery, each item shows care for both children and the planet.

Explore our Eco Pre‑Filled Party Bags or build your own bag with our Eco Party Bag Fillers

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