Hey earth muffins! As the holiday season approaches, many of us look forward to the joy of giving and receiving gifts. However, for those committed to an eco-friendly lifestyle, receiving non-sustainable presents can be a challenge. You want to be polite and grateful to someone for taking the time (and spending the money) to get you the item… But, you want to make sure you actually can use and appreciate the gift! In this blog post, we’ll explore proactive strategies to guide your loved ones toward choosing environmentally conscious gifts; they are a great way to avoid getting non-eco gifts for Christmas!
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bookmark_borderThe BEST Sustainable Gifts for the Green Dad!
Hey earth muffins! Father’s Day is a special occasion to honor and appreciate the fathers in our lives. Don’t worry – you can still treat him right with a sustainable Father’s Day gift! If you’re looking for a thoughtful way to celebrate, consider options that not only show your love for your dad but also promote sustainability. Here are some eco-friendly gift ideas that your green dad will appreciate!
~DIY Natural Grooming Kit
Create a personalized grooming kit for your dad using natural and eco-friendly products. Include items like a safety razor (affiliate link), homemade shaving cream, beard oil, or natural soaps made with organic ingredients. You can find many recipes online to make these products yourself too, which can save on further packaging waste.
Read More β₯bookmark_borderThe BEST Eco-Friendly White Elephant Gifts
Hey earth muffins! Christmas is just around the corner; I don’t know about you but my schedule has been packed with holiday events and office parties. Many of these include bringing some sort of gift to exchange. There are plenty of options for fun (and useful) zero waste white elephant giftsβ¦. Keep reading for a full list of the best eco-friendly presents to bring to your next office party!
Eco-Friendly White Elephants Gift Guide:
1. First up – mason jar soup, dessert, or hot chocolate mix. Ever feel like you (maybe) have too many mason jars? This is the perfect way to pass on a jar AND delectable treat. Don’t forget to include the recipe too!
Read More β₯bookmark_borderEco-Friendly Easter Gifts: What to Put in Your Baskets!
Hey earth muffins! It is crazy to think that Easter is only ten days away. Lent has gone by so fast! I hope everyone is looking forward to spending time with family and friends to celebrate the holiday; I know I definitely am. Most people make some sort of Easter basket… Which can totally be sustainable! π β€οΈHere are my top suggestions for eco-friendly Easter gifts to give this year!
Go with secondhand baskets.
Most of the “Easter” baskets at the store are flimsy and cheaply made these days. Instead, check out the options at your local thrift stores to find baskets of all shapes and colors. You can always find a ton of basket choices secondhand, which makes it easy to avoid those crappy ones elsewhere.
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