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From Cotton Scraps to Christmas Ornaments – How We Reuse Materials

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22 June 2025 | XO Handcraft ApS

At XO Handcraft, we work with materials that have lived before – now reborn as handcrafted figures, ornaments, and seasonal decorations.

Our cotton maché is made from surplus fabric from the textile industry – cotton scraps that would otherwise have gone to waste. We blend it with recycled paper and natural starch from palm plants, which binds the material without using plastic or harmful chemicals.

The result is lightweight, durable, and 100% biodegradable pieces – beautiful in their expression and thoughtfully made from the inside out.

To us, design is not only about what looks good in your home – it's about creating with care and protecting the earth we all share.

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XO Handcraft ApS

XO Handcraft is a Danish brand that combines Scandinavian design with traditional craft techniques – always with respect for people and the planet.

Our collections are created from materials that have lived before: recycled paper, cotton remnants from the textile industry, and natural starch derived from plant roots. Every handmade decoration, artisan gift and seasonal accessory is produced with care from start to finish.

Together with skilled female artisans in India, we create unique home decorations and sustainable products for every occasion – including Christmas ornaments, Easter de

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