The Eco Friendly Holiday Gift Guide
It is gift-giving season and Mother Nature is on our list! If you’re looking for a meaningful, creative, yet eco-friendly gift we’ve found some Arizona goodies you won’t be able to resist. In this guide, you will find something for everyone. So let's give our eco-consciousness some holiday spirit.
1. FOR THE PLANT ENTHUSIASTS
Resinate’s The Little Pot is made from 100% locally recycled plastic (about 2 ounces per pot). Each planter contains an easy to care for air plant and the best part is due to the nature of the materials used, no two pots are exactly alike. Priced at $9.
2. FOR THE FASHIONISTA
An Antique Sugar gift card with your chosen price is a great eco-friendly present. This Phoenix shop carries vintage and second-hand clothing and accessories that provide a more sustainable option to fast fashion.
3. FOR THE HOMIES
Ben’s Bells “Be Kind” Earth ornament has a beautiful message. The mission of Ben’s Bells is to inspire, educate and motivate each other to realize the impact of intentional kindness, and this gorgeous ornament provides a message to be kind to our earth. This purpose-driven shopping helps fund kindness education and furthers Ben’s Bells mission of intentional kindness. Priced at $20.
4. FOR THE TRAVELER
Mountain Sports Flagstaff’s Ultralight Black Hole Mini Hip Pack by Patagonia is made out of 100% recycled nylon and lined with 100% recycled polyester with a polyurethane coating and a durable water repellent finish. Whether the pack is for hiking, a festival or everyday use, it’s an awesome unisex gift that anyone is bound to love. To add to the love, as a member of 1% For The Planet, Mountain Sports grants 1% of sales to local environmental and conservation organizations. Priced at $29.
5. FOR THE TRUE ARIZONIANS
Birdy Tell’s Sonoran Home Gift Box is a curated gift box exclusively made by Arizona artisans so you support numerous local businesses when you purchase a box. Priced at $88, it contains:
Prickly pear coffee | Provision Coffee
Handcrafted glazed interior terra-cotta exterior salt bowl | Mayware Ceramics
Sea salt goat's milk caramels | The Simple Farm
Sea salt | SEE Salt
Set of two hand-burned coasters (saguaro and succulent design) | Iron Root
6. FOR THE BEE LOVERS
Redemption Market’s Handcrafted Lip Balm (Lavender Vanilla) will help restore your lips natural moisture while creating a protective barrier to keep the harsh elements at bay during our dry season. Bee Bella is Fair Trade and Leaping Bunny Cruelty Free certified, and purchasing this lip balm helps fund research on the honey bee epidemic. Pair this item with another from Redemption Market’s ethically sourced catalog for the perfect Secret Santa gift. Priced at $6.
7. FOR THE BOARD GAMERS
Brand Brother Adventures TableTop Adventures is a perfect gift for the outdoor fanatics on your list. This guided experience takes you on a hike to areas where they set up a fun board games experience, complete with snacks and drinks. This unique combination of tabletop games with adventure hiking is a great way to reconnect with nature and your family. Priced at $45 per person.
8. FOR THE HEMP LOVERS
The Kaya Hemp Company’s Embroidered Hand Towel is the perfect hostess gift. Made from 45% hemp, 40% organic cotton and 15% recycled polyester, these towels are soft, durable that we’re sure your mother AND mother nature will appreciate. Priced at $28.
9. FOR THOSE ON THE GO
For anyone ridding their lives of plastic, replacing disposable cutlery and straws is step one. This utensil kit from SoulCare in Surplus securely holds your reusable utensils in upcycled style, using military uniform fabric that is leftover from the making of messenger bags. Priced at $49.
10. FOR THE UPCYCLERS
Pop Cycle’s upcycled items such as the Tucson Bars Coaster Sets are creative waste-free gift options. This set of four coasters made from reclaimed glass, copper foil and recycled cardboard will help protect furniture and add style to any room. Priced at $28.
11. FOR THE NATURE LOVERS
A day pass to the Tucson Botanical Gardens is a great gift for the nature lover on your list. From the Butterfly Greenhouse to the Aloe Alley, you’ll have a busy day exploring and reconnecting with nature. Adults $15.
12. FOR THE ROAD TRIPPER
Pin Drop Travel Trailers offer custom teardrop camping trailers for the happy campers on your list. They are built to put campers in remote areas while still giving you access to convenience and comfort. Enjoy unplugging in the outdoors without the stress of remembering how to set up your tent. Priced at $16,250.
13. FOR THE GYM JUNKIES
Wren Natural’s To Relax Salve is a great option to help naturally soothe sore muscles. It is made out of organic olive oil that is infused with pain relieving arnica, St. Johns Wort, and cayenne. All Wren Natural products are 100% natural and the company donates 10% of profits to UrbanFarmU, so you know when you make a purchase you’re supporting a good cause. Priced at $18.
14. FOR THE DRINKERS
Wild Tonic’s Dancing Naked Hard Jun Kombucha could be the most refreshing gift on this list. This beauty contains probiotics, prebiotics and amino acids, and is available in three varieties: non-alcoholic, 5.6% ABV and 7.6% ABV. Wild Tonic composts and recycles all their waste and their blue bottles can be reused over and over again. To top it off, Wild Tonic supports organic farmers and partners with local organizations who focus on bee conservation. Priced at $23.99
15. FOR THE HIKERS
Just Roughin’ It offers hiking and camping gear for all levels. You can grab your hiking buddy a gift voucher or some equipment they’ve been drooling over. Just Roughin’ It also offers plenty of free classes where you can learn the best places to hike and camp, how to best prepare yourself for the outdoors and how to protect our natural places.
16. FOR THE CREATIVES
Not only are reFABRICate clothing and accessories completely unique, they’re ethically and sustainably made. ReFABRICate creates a space for AZ fashion designers to transform fabric scraps into everyday apparel, so not only are you helping the environment with this gift, you’re also supporting local designers and brands. Priced at $65.
17. FOR THE ALTERNATIVE TYPES
Still not sure what to get? New Dream provides resources and inspiration for alternative gift giving. Their alternative gift registry can aid you in finding a gift that prioritizes connection over consumption.
18. FOR THE NO PLASTICS CROWD
Write notes and letters in eco-friendly style by swapping out your plastic pens for paper versions from Good-Bye Plastic. If purchasing in bulk, you have the option to add your logo or name on the pens for a personalized gift. Priced at $75 for a set of 50.
Last but not least, remember to do zero waste gift wrapping! By using old newspapers or magazines instead of buying wrapping paper you’re reducing waste and it’s a great way to make your gifts stand out.