It’s beginning to look and feel like that time of year!! The weather’s getting chilly and stores are all decked out with Christmas decorations. It’s my favorite time of year and my bank account’s saddest time of the year…but it’s all worth it!

Honestly, as college students, my friends and I almost always do Secret Santa because, who are we kidding? We’re always on a tight budget! But a tight budget doesn’t always mean less than great gifts for your loved ones! Here are some options for the eco and budget conscious.

Organic or Recycled Yoga Mat Bags starting at $18.99:

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@ YogaAccessories.com

Organic Soy Candles to fill the house with Christmas spice!
(It even has MANdles for the men!) starting at $8, totally affordable:

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@ EcoCandleCo.com.

Recycled Sari Wraps made into colorful and playful Sari Ribbon Scarf and Mittens for the winter season.
on sale now – $23 for mittens, $29 for scarf:

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@ VivaTerra

Tap it and go – Bobble Water Bottles with built in water filters and ergonomic design, from $9-13:

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@ Water Bobble.com

And a little something for the foodie – Culinary Herb Garden Growing Kit, at $24.99:

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@ Target.

Let me know what you guys are planning on getting your friends and family this Christmas…Happy holidays and happy shopping!