Coloured Cellophane Sheets (Pack of 25, assorted colours)

Coloured Cellophane Sheets

These large coloured cellophane sheets are made from real plant-based cellulose, not plastic. Each pack contains 25 sheets in an assorted mix of colours including red, orange, blue, yellow, green, clear and purple/violet, giving classrooms, gift makers and packaging teams a versatile range to work with straight out of the pack.

At 800mm x 1000mm per sheet, these are generously sized for gift wrapping, hamper presentation, floral display and a wide range of school and art room projects. The sheets are lightweight, semi-transparent and hold their shape well when folded or gathered, making them easy to work with by hand.

This is real cellophane, not plastic. A simple way to tell the difference is the tear test: genuine cellophane tears cleanly like paper, while plastic film stretches. Many products sold in Australia as “cello” sheets are actually BOPP, which stands for biaxially oriented polypropylene, a petroleum-based plastic. BOPP may look similar but it does not biodegrade. Buyecogreen’s coloured cellophane sheets are made from cellulose derived from natural plant sources including wood, cotton and hemp, and are biodegradable just like paper.

What these sheets are used for

Schools and childcare centres use coloured cellophane sheets regularly for art and craft activities. They are particularly popular for:

• Stained glass window projects, where sheets are layered or overlapped against a light source to show colour mixing and transparency
• Seasonal displays and classroom decorations
• Collage and mixed media artworks where translucent layers add depth
• Colour theory lessons exploring how overlapping transparent colours produce new ones
• Lightbox compositions and sensory exploration activities in early learning settings

For businesses and community organisations, these sheets work well as gift wrapping for hampers, retail products and event presentation. The assorted colour pack means you have a range on hand for different occasions without needing to order multiple single-colour packs.

What makes these different from plastic cellophane

The term “cellophane” is used loosely in Australia, and many products that carry that label are actually plastic film. BOPP plastic can look almost identical to genuine cellulose cellophane, but the environmental difference between the two is significant. Plastic film takes hundreds of years to break down and leaves microplastic residue. Genuine cellulose cellophane biodegrades in soil and can be composted at home.

Buyecogreen only stocks real cellulose cellophane. The same applies across our full cellophane bags and sheets range, which includes clear sheets, gusseted bags and flat bags in a range of sizes. If you are looking for packaging materials that hold up visually and align with your organisation’s environmental standards, genuine cellulose cellophane is the right choice.

Product specifications

• Pack quantity: 25 sheets
• Sheet size: 800mm x 1000mm (large)
• Colours included: Red, Orange, Blue, Yellow, Green, Clear, Purple/Violet
• Material: Real cellulose cellophane, plant-based and biodegradable
• Suitable for: schools, childcare, art and craft, gift wrapping, product presentation

Who uses these sheets

Schools and education departments order these sheets for classroom art programs and seasonal displays. The assorted pack gives teachers a practical quantity in multiple colours for group activities without needing to manage several single-colour orders.

Childcare centres and early learning providers use coloured cellophane for sensory and light-based play activities, as well as creative art projects for young children. The material is safe, easy for small hands to handle and visually engaging.

Not-for-profit organisations and community groups use them for gift wrapping at fundraising events, markets and community celebrations where eco-friendly presentation materials are preferred.

Eco-focused retailers and gift businesses stock these sheets as part of a plastic-free or low-impact packaging setup. Paired with natural jute ribbon or cotton and jute gift bags, they make a complete and consistent sustainable gifting presentation.

Pair with other eco-friendly packaging and wrapping supplies

Buyecogreen stocks a full range of sustainable wrapping and packaging products that work well alongside these cellophane sheets:

• Cellophane Bags and Sheets for ready-made bag formats in clear and assorted sizes
• Tissue Paper for layering inside gift boxes and bags
• Jute or Burlap Ribbon for tying and finishing wrapped gifts without plastic ribbon
• Twine, Raffia and Swing Tags for attaching labels and decorative finishing
• Recycled Gift Boxes and Cotton and Jute Gift Bags for complete eco gift packaging solutions
• Eco Art and Craft Materials for schools and childcare centres sourcing a wider range of responsibly made classroom supplies

Frequently asked questions

Are these sheets actually biodegradable?

Yes. These sheets are made from real cellulose cellophane derived from plant-based sources. Genuine cellulose cellophane is biodegradable and can be composted at home. It is not BOPP plastic, which is a common substitute found in the market that does not biodegrade.

How can I tell if cellophane is real or plastic?

The tear test is reliable. Genuine cellulose cellophane tears cleanly, like paper. Plastic film stretches and resists tearing. If a product is labelled “cello BOPP” it is plastic, not genuine cellophane.

Are these safe for use in schools and with children?

Yes. These sheets are widely used in Australian classrooms and childcare settings for art and craft activities. The material is plant-based, does not contain petroleum-derived chemicals and is suitable for use with children under teacher supervision.

Can we order these in single colours?

Yes. Buyecogreen stocks single-colour coloured cellophane sheets for orders where you need a larger quantity of one colour. Check our cellophane bags and sheets category for the full range of available options.

Can these be used for gift wrapping?

Yes. At 800mm x 1000mm, each sheet is large enough to wrap most standard gifts, hamper baskets and retail products. The assorted colour range means you can match sheets to different occasions, product ranges or seasonal themes.