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Ultimate Sustainable Living Holiday Gift Guide – 2020
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Are you looking to give gifts this year that are thoughtful, meaningful, and are also good for the planet? You have come to the right place! The Ultimate Sustainable Living Gift Guide will provide you with eco-friendly gift options for your loved ones, friends, colleagues, and pets!
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The Ultimate Sustainable Living Holiday Gift Guide
HOME AND KITCHEN
CASTILE ZERO WASTE DISHWASHING KIT Looking to reduce waste in the home? This is a great place to start. I use the dish brush and dish soap all the time and love it! For every order, Bestowed Essentials collects and recycles 1 pound of beach trash!
NON-TOXIC LAUNDRY BUNDLE This bundle will set you up for all your eco laundry needs. The soap nuts and dryer balls are compostable. The Cora Ball can last for years. When it has been well used, send it back to Cora Ball for recycling.
UNDYED ORGANIC COTTON SHEET SET Made with 100% organic cotton, chemical free and dye free. Processed in a facility that runs on wind power and produces 0 carbon emissions!
TEZCATLIPOCA BLANKET Handwoven and made with 100% recycled fibers. Happy Earth Apparel also donates 1% of their profits to environmental organizations!
ORIGINAL BAMBOO TUMBLER WITH TEA INFUSER & STRAINER Know any tea lovers out there? This tumbler can brew and strain loose leaf tea and herbs or use it as a water bottle to infuse your favorite fruits and vegetables.
REUSABLE MEAL CAMPING KIT This eco-friendly camping kit contains 2 cups, 2 bowls, and 2 sporks. All products are stainless steel and the carrying case is made from 100% recycled polyester. United By Blue removes 1 pound of trash from the oceans and waterways for every product sold!
ENAMEL JUNIPER CAMPING MUG Take this mug along on your next camping adventure. This mug is stovetop and campfire safe! Tentree plants 10 trees for every order!
NOMADIX NORTH SWELL ULTRALIGHT TRAVEL LITE TOWEL This quick-drying and super absorbent towel is great for backpacking, camping, and travel. It is made from recycled 1% of proceeds are donated to environmental non-profits!
LIFESTRAW PERSONAL WATER FILTER What a great gift to have on hand in any situation: camping, hiking, travel, or for emergencies. For every LifeStraw purchase, a school child in need receives safe water for an entire school year!
ECO-SAC HEMP LINEN YOGA BAG Carry all of your yoga essentials in one place! This eco-friendly bag is durable and made from all natural linen. Fits most yoga mats along with yoga blocks, water bottle, personal items, etc.
MOON CORK YOGA BLOCK Made with 100% sustainably harvested cork. For every block sold, Scoria donates 6 meals to those in need through Feeding Children Everywhere!
YOGA ESSENTIALS HARMONIZING AROMATHERAPY KIT – 2PK Cleanse your space and calm your senses with this aromatherapy kit. Mindful Mixtures donates 1% of sales from this product towards environmental non-profits!
GIRLFRIEND COLLECTIVE HIGH-RISE COMPRESSIVE POCKET LEGGING These leggings now have 2 pockets for you to carry any small items you may need. They are lightweight and breathable. The Girlfriend Collective leggings are ethically and responsibly made using recycled plastic bottles!
FOR HER
SELF CARE GIFT BOX Give the gift of relaxation this holiday season! All products are made using natural ingredients and are sustainably harvested.
HYGGELIGHT VEGAN SOY CANDLE PLANTER What an amazing 2-in-1 gift! Once the 100% soy wax candle is gone, fill the ceramic pot with soil and the wildflower seed paper label to grow beautiful wildflowers!
HOLIDAY SOCKS THAT FIGHT POVERTY GIFT BOX This Gift Box gives 18 months of access to safe water, 3 days of HIV therapy to pregnant women, and plants 10 trees through the work of Water.org, UNAIDS, and Trees for the Future.
LAVENDER CALENDULA ORGANIC SKINCARE BUNDLE Looking to make the switch to natural skincare or know someone who is? This is the perfect kit to get you started. Made with certified organic and sustainably harvested ingredients that are packaged in a biodegradable pouch.
WOMEN’S “MY RUNNING SHIRT” GRAPHIC TEE This tee is a perfect gift for those women runners out there! It is made from organic cotton and recycled polyester. Seek Dry Goods donates 1% of sales to high-impact environmental non-profits!
WOMEN’S ALEX REDWOOD HEMP SHOE Rackle shoes are sustainably made with natural hemp and biodegradable foam soles. The soles on most shoes will take 150 years to fully decompose. Rackle shoes will decompose 30-50 times faster.
SMALL V NECKLACE Feel good about giving this beautiful necklace as a gift this year. It is handmade in the USA using recycled metal scraps in a zero-waste facility.
ETHIQUE ECO-FRIENDLY HAIR SAMPLER, 5 PIECE SET (3 SHAMPOOS + 2 CONDITIONERS) I love using shampoo and conditioner bars! Not only are they a great space saver for traveling, but they also reduce the use of plastic bottles in everyday use. Ethique uses natural biodegradable ingredients with compostable packaging.
PREMIUM NATURAL ECO-FRIENDLY EGYPTIAN SHOWER LOOFAH SPONGE The 100% natural and eco-friendly exfoliating body sponge rejuvenates dull skin for a smoother more youthful appearance. This set comes with 3 loofah sponges and a biodegradable gift bag.
SWEETENED LOOSE LEAF TEA DROPS STANDARD SAMPLER These tea drops make a perfect gift for any tea lover out there. The tea is amazing! I have used this tea and given it as gifts as well. This set is 100% recyclable, compostable, and biodegradable.
FOR HIM
TRIPLE WOODEN IPHONE CHARGING DOC Another great reason to add a natural wood element to any room. Charge your Apple iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch all in one place! Oakywood will plant 1 tree for every order!
GET TOGETHER MINI BLUETOOTH SPEAKER Love the look of this Bluetooth speaker! It is made using bamboo and recycled fabric. House of Marley will plant a tree for every item purchased!
MEZCAL AND TEQUILA INFUSION SET Make your own tequila infusions and serve them in these beautiful hand-blown recycled glass jicara cups. This set comes with a gift box and will be ready for gift giving upon arrival.
BADGER BALM FOR HARDWORKING HANDS This balm is made with all-natural ingredients and is toxin and chemical-free. Use to smooth out those dry, cracked, rough hardworking hands.
MEN’S GRAPHIC FIRESIDE CAMP TEE Such a fun shirt for those who love the outdoors! It is made with organic cotton and recycled polyester. Seek donates 1% of proceeds to environmental non-profits!
MEN’S ALEX BLUE NIGHTS HEMP SHOES Rackle shoes are sustainably made with natural hemp and biodegradable foam soles. The soles on most shoes will take 150 years to fully decompose. Rackle shoes will decompose 30-50 times faster.
O NATURALS 6-PIECE BLACK BAR SOAP COLLECTION Cleanse and hydrate your skin with the Black Bar Soap Collection. Made with all-natural, sustainable, and vegan ingredients. The 6-piece set comes in a recyclable gift box.
DOUBLE EDGE SAFETY RAZOR FOR MEN OR WOMEN Minimize waste using the double edge safety razor by Zomchi. This razor is made with a bamboo handle and replaceable parts. Instead of replacing the entire razor when your blades are dull, all you need to do is replace the blades. Great gift for men and women!
BLUETOOTH ON-EAR HEADPHONES These headphones are so cool! I love the look! Use them wirelessly for up to 12 hours or plugin using the tangle-free cord. House of Marley plants a tree for every item purchased!
STIR IT UP TURNTABLE Let’s get old-school with this awesome turntable! It is made of bamboo, recycled aluminum, and recycled fabric. House of Marley plants a tree for every item purchased!
4OCEAN RECYCLED GREAT BARRIER REEF BRACELET Help the planet by purchasing 4Ocean bracelets for your gift-giving this year. All bracelets are made out of 100% recycled materials. 4Ocean will remove 1 pound of waste from our seas for every bracelet sold!
SUNRISE POM BEANIE Keep warm this winter with the Sunrise Pom Beanie. It is made with 100% recycled polyester. United By Blue will remove 1 pound of trash from our waterways with every product purchase.
VEGAN LIP BALM It doesn’t get any better than this! Plastic-free vegan certified organic lip balm. It is packaged in a paper tube that can be composted or recycled. 3 scents to choose from!
COMPOSTABLE GREEN IPHONE PELA CASE Not only will this phone case protect your phone, but it will biodegrade at the end of its well used life. Pela Case will donate 1% of its profits to environmental organizations.
AHI CRUISER SKATEBOARD DECK How cool is this? This skateboard deck is made from recycled fishing nets keeping harmful plastic out of the oceans! Purchase this awesome deck and ride in style!
A DIY GUIDE TO MAKING YOUR OWN ECO-FRIENDLY ART SUPPLIES FROM NATURE I absolutely love this! Adults and children: explore and connect with nature in fun and creative ways with this book. Learn to make art and art-making tools from materials found in nature. Also available on Kindle.
WILD REPUBLIC ECOKINS WHITE TIGER STUFFED ANIMAL How cute is this eco-friendly plush toy? It is made from 16 plastic water bottles and other recycled materials. The shipping bag is biodegradable.
WOODEN BALANCE BOARD FOR TODDLER Balance boards are so much fun! Our kids have used theirs in so many creative ways. The Kiosesi balance board is made from natural wood and non-toxic paint.
SET OF 9 WOODEN WALDORF TOYS Develop your little ones fine motor skills with this sensory bin. Made from premium beech and comes with an eco-friendly drawstring bag.
MR. POTATO HEAD GOES GREEN Who doesn’t love the classic Mr. Potato Head? He is now made out of plant-based plastic from sugarcane. A perfect gift for kids ages 3 and older.
JILL DRESS UP DOLL All 5 of the dress-up dolls made by Under the Nile are made with 100% organic fabric and stuffing. It comes with an extra set of clothing to encourage creativity and coordination.
RECYCLED JENGA OCEAN GAME This Jenga game is made with 100% recycled fishing nets! In this special edition, players learn the effects of plastic pollution in the oceans and what they can do to help. Bureo’s Net+Positiva program has recycled over 186,000 square feet of discarded fishing nets!
ARTS AND CRAFTS BUSY BOX Keep the kids busy this winter with the Arts and Crafts Busy Box. All products are made with natural ingredients that are safe for the kids and the environment. Perfect for holiday gift-giving!
CASTLE WOODEN BUILDING BLOCKS – 35PCS Allow your kid’s imaginations to run wild with this wooden castle made by Plan Toys. All materials are sustainably sourced and harvested. Each year, PlanToys does a reforestation project to absorb CO2 from their production.
ORGANIC COTTON PANDA BABY HAT Keep baby warm and cozy this winter with this cute panda baby hat. It is made from 100% certified organic Egyptian cotton.
BAMBOO NESTING HEDGEHOG TOY Give baby this adorable hedgehog toy this season. It can be used for nesting as well as stacking. It is made from 100% renewable bamboo and is toxin and chemical-free.
PETS
PAMPERED PUP DOG GIFT BOX Don’t forget gifts for your furry friend this holiday season! All products are made using plant-based materials.
RECYCLED POLYESTER COLLAPSIBLE DOG BOWL The perfect dog bowl for when you are on the go! It is made from recycled polyester. United By Blue removes 1 pound of trash from the oceans and waterways for every product sold!
ORGANIC CATNIP Our cat LOVES catnip. Are there any cats who don’t? This may just be your cat’s favorite gift this year. The catnip is organically grown and harvested at the peak of the season. Friendsheep wool will plant a tree for every purchase!
ECOPOUNCER CAT TOY Made with 100% lambswool, your cat will have a blast chasing this little mouse around the house. A portion of each sale goes towards protecting snow leopards in Mongolia!
HANDCRAFTED CAT BRUSH Give your kitty a treat with this handcrafted cat brush. Made with natural materials and sustainably harvested wood.
STOCKING STUFFERS
NATURAL TOOTHPASTE TABLETS Reduce waste by switching your toothpaste in a tube to tablets in a glass jar. Don’t forget to try the mouthwash tablets as well!
KIDS BAMBOO TOOTHBRUSH Help reduce plastic pollution by purchasing bamboo toothbrushes. Made with organic bamboo and plant-based bristles.
BAMBOO MULTI-USE MAKEUP BRUSH This multi-use makeup brush is vegan and cruelty-free. It is made with a bamboo handle vegan Taklon bristles and high-grade aluminum.
FARMSTEAD APOTHECARY, LIP BALM FIG HONEY Help those dry chapped lips this winter with the Farmstead Apothecary Lip Balm. It is made of 100% natural and organic ingredients.
VEGAN CORK AROMATHERAPY DIFFUSER BRACELET Made with 100% natural and sustainably sourced cork and held together with a stainless steel magnetic clasp. Just add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to the cork and you are ready to go!
SARA’S SILKS – RAINBOW SILK STREAMER See the beauty of imaginative play come alive with these fun silk streamers. They are environmentally friendly, 100% natural, and made with non-toxic materials.
HONEYSTICKS 100% PURE BEESWAX CRAYONS Safe non-toxic crayons perfect for your little ones this holiday season. Their unique shape is designed to make it easier for little hands to hold.
MUSHIE STACKING CUPS TOY For children ages 0-3. Encourages play while developing fine motor skills. Made from sustainable eco-friendly materials free from BPA, PVC, and phthalates.
Happy Holidays!
I chose to create this Sustainable Living Gift guide to bring awareness and thought when it comes to purchasing your holiday gifts this year. There are so many amazing companies out there who are creating products using sustainably sourced and recycled materials and who are also giving back to the great Mother Earth and to those in need!
With our thoughtful purchases and gifts, we are helping to make change and pass on eco-friendly gift giving ideas and consciousness to others. Let’s do what we can. One small step at a time.
What are your favorite sustainable eco-friendly gifts to give during the holidays?
Awesome ideas! I love the variety you have here. That candle and wildflower planter combo is such a neat idea! I have never seen that before and I love it!
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Awesome ideas! I love the variety you have here. That candle and wildflower planter combo is such a neat idea! I have never seen that before and I love it!
Thank you 🙂 Isn’t it great? I love it too!