Episode 5: The Importance of Surprise and Anticipation in Gift Giving — with Rachel Slyfield

In this episode, I’m joined by Greener Gifting Gang member Rachel Slyfield, founder of Rachel’s 3 Rs—a subscription box designed to support mums of children with special educational needs (SEN). Her mission? To help busy mums carve out meaningful time for themselves and rediscover those small but powerful moments of calm and joy.

We chat about the emotional magic of surprise and anticipation in gifting—how the way we choose and wrap presents can make the experience more memorable. Rachel shares how she weaves this into her own gifting, both personally and in her business, and offers practical tips on staying organised with gifts and ways to choose more sustainable options.

It’s an inspiring conversation about slowing down, gifting with purpose, and creating joy—both for others and for ourselves.

In this episode:

• Why surprise and anticipation make gifts feel so special
• The inspiration behind Rachel’s 3 Rs and how it supports SEN mums
• Why self-care doesn’t have to be complicated or overly commercial
• Ways businesses can add intention and care to the unboxing experience

Connect with Rachel:

Instagram: @rachelsthreerssubscriptionbox
Learn more about Rachel’s 3 Rs: rachelsthreers.com
Rachel's Facebook community

Join the conversation:

Feeling inspired to slow gifting down and add more meaning to it? Come and share your thoughts or ideas in our Facebook community:
Giftwrapped by Eve – Learn Eco Giftwrapping

Or follow on Instagram @giftwrappedbyeve

You can also download free resources on Eve's website giftwrappedbyeve.com/freebies

And don’t forget to follow the show, leave a review, or share this episode with a SEN mum who needs some time out.

In this episode, I’m joined by the inspiring Charlotte Mason-Curl, founder of The Kids Party Pact—a growing movement encouraging parents to rethink how we give at children’s birthdays in a more eco-conscious way.

Charlotte shares how she became aware of the staggering environmental impact of plastic toys that we gift as party presents or in the (often dreaded) party bag.

This conversation is all about finding better ways—ones that are just as joyful and exciting for kids, but far gentler on the planet. Whether you’re a parent or a business owner creating gifts for children, you’ll find the conversation thought provoking.

You can find out more about the pact and sign it here: https://nocrapparties.org/

Connect with Charlotte and No Crap Parties
Instagram: @no.crap.parties
Facebook: No Crap Parties

Join the conversation:
Feeling inspired to change up your next party—or already doing it your way? Let’s talk about it!

Join the community in my free Facebook group:
Giftwrapped by Eve – Learn Eco Giftwrapping
Or follow on Instagram @giftwrappedbyeve

And don’t forget to follow the show, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend who needs to know about the party pact!

In this first interview with a guest I chat with my good friend Yvonne Cole. As a busy mum, podcaster and thoughtful gift giver she shares her strategies for choosing gifts carefully, the changes she's made to start wrapping them in a more eco-friendly way and reveals some really special gift memories too.

You can listen to Yvonne's podcast for PTA and fundraising inspiration here:

PTA Podcast

Feeling inspired to change the way you choose or wrap gifts?

Join the community in my free Facebook group:
Giftwrapped by Eve – Learn Eco Giftwrapping
Or follow on Instagram @giftwrappedbyeve

And don’t forget to follow the show, leave a review, or share this episode with a friend who needs to know about the party pact!