Eco-Friendly Gift Guide
Posted Dec 13, 2010 by Jessy Lang in Products
Need some last minute gift ideas? Good Things Boutique has suggestions to cover all your holiday gift-giving needs in an eco-friendly way. Read on to see how you can delight all your recipients with thoughtful, green gifts this year.
Large Himalayan Salt Lamp, $50
For Anyone : Himalayan salt lamps and candle holders. These make a great gift for just about anybody (if they don’t have one yet). The nice warm light is very soothing in any room. As they heat up they emit negative ions that help purify the air - bonus!
organic cotton and wool fingerless gloves; alpaca hats ($26-$36)
For your friend: Organic cotton fingerless gloves and a crochet flower hat. Both of these are adorable and useful for almost anyone. I don’t see how you could go wrong giving these. They are one size fits all and, even if you already own some, who couldn’t use more hats and gloves? Especially when they are super cute!
Organic cotton sweaters - $84-$88
For your wife: Indigenous Designs organic cotton sweaters. Unlike wool, organic cotton yarns won’t give anyone allergies. These sweaters are so soft and fine, even the most sensitive skin will feel great in them. Cut in silhouettes that last and basic enough to wear day to day, she will love them for years to come.
For your friend or co-worker: Fair trade fashion scarf.
Alpaca striped scarf, $18.95
This cute little accessory can spice up any outfit and it keeps your neck warm too. The fair trade organizations that employ the women artisans who make these are helping them to achieve and sustain a better future for themselves and their families.
Simple Sidecar boot, $75
For your daughter (or yourself):Simple fair isle boots. Made from wool and eco-certified suede with recycled tire soles, these boots are comfortable and warm and eco-friendly too. Perfect for walking to class or kicking it with friends this winter, she will get lots of use out of these awesome boots.
For your brother: Nativ hat. This hat is embroidered with the Nativ logo, which
Nativ hat, $26
features the outline of our great state. With a mesh back and adjustable snap tab, this hat is breathable and easy to fit. Most guys wear a lot of hats and if your brother feels a connection to the state of Arkansas, he will surely love this one.
Palm Wax Candle ($11); 35 stick incense ($4); Bath Salts ($15)
Hostess or teacher gift: Palm wax candles, Himalayan bath salts, and Shoyeido incense. These are great little gifts for some one who needs to be pampered. The palm wax candles burn with a bright flame, have no petro-chemical emissions, use all cotton wicks, and are scented with essential oils. Himalayan bath salts will rejuvenate the body and provide a relaxing escape in the tub. Scented with pure essential oils, they will offer aromatherapy benefits too. Shoyeido incense uses all natural ingredients without any artificial binders, wooden sticks, or animal products. Only pure, aromatic incense.
For your son or husband: Long sleeve tree hugger tee. If your guy treads
Men's l/s Printed Organic Cotton Tee, $30
lightly on this earth and respects mother nature, then he has probably already been labeled a tree hugger. Why not announce it proudly with this nice organic cotton t-shirt? Great for layering under a hoodie or on its own, a nice new t-shirt is probably always welcome in his wardrobe. He will especially appreciate that it was produced without the use of pesticides.
Bamboo Lounge Pant ($56), Perfect Tee ($48)
For your mother: Bamboo lounge pants and matching tee. This super soft lounge set will surely impress anyone who receives it. Perfect for a good nights rest or sitting around Christmas morning with a cup of hot tea by the fireplace. This little outfit feels so good on, don’t be surprised if they try to wear it all day.
For any special woman: Handmade jewelry. Choose from a variety of locally
Handmade Vintage Button and Amethyst Bracelet, $30
designed and crafted pieces. Each one is totally unique and one-of-a-kind, just like that special person you are shopping for. You will be presenting her with something really creative and supporting a local artist at the same time. Everyone wins!
Velvet embroidered ornament, $5.95
For your neighbor: Handmade fair trade ornaments. There is a selection of various ornament styles to choose from here. Whether you give a recycled steel star, beaded and embroidered snowflake, or a cute peace dove – each purchase will be helping a family work their way our of poverty. A gift that truly represents the spirit of the holiday.
For your dad: Simple walking shoe. This shoe is made from eco-certified waterproof leather and has biodegradable soles. It is lightweight and comfortable -
Simple D-bunk shoe, $90
perfect for walking the trails or just through the neighborhood. Keep his feet warm and protected this winter without losing a bit of style. He’ll look and feel good wherever he goes.
Organic cotton airplane wrap, $58
For the jet set: Organic cotton airplane wrap. This wrap is a nice heavy weight and oh so soft. Choose from two-tone paprika and chocolate or solid black. Use it as a shawl, wrap, or long thick scarf. Cuddle up with it on an airplane or in your living room. Either way, it will bring a sense of elegant style to any attire while keeping the chill away.
Stop by Good Things Boutique to let me help you with any of these gift ideas and more. With complimentary gift wrapping, you will leave with nothing left to do but enjoy the holidays!
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