Move over Black Friday – I’ve had several people ask for suggestions on where to shop for green/sustainable/organic gifts for the holidays, so I’ve rounded-up a quick list of ways to keep gift giving easy and meaningful.
Some of the most enjoyable outings are local street fairs and farmer’s markets for one-of-a-kind, handmade gifts – there’s no shipping involved, so that’s a nice perk, too. Whatever you do, don’t amass a pile of useless stuff – if you’re going to make an investment, buy quality merch. For the digitally inclined gift givers, here goes:
- ShiftMyGift.com – shifts gifts you don’t need to funds the world truly needs
- justGive.org – causes & charities, even a small donation can change a life
- gaiam.com – top 25 green gift ideas
- shopECOgoods – use code AC20 for 20% off already great prices
- EarthLoverShopping.com - recycled, organic, handmade, fair trade gifts
- hipcycle.com – hip + upcycled gifts
- olivegreendog.com – one-stop shopping for your pooch
- icebreaker.com – bundle up on sustainable style
- vickerey.com – eco gift guides for him, her, all
- dancingDeer.com – tasty cake & cookie gifts that help the homeless, too
- palmacollection.com – exotic eco-jewelry; use code thanks25 at checkout for 25% off; expires 12/31/11
- nature.org – gifts that support The Nature Conservancy
- GiftsthatGive.com – give back to charities
- ChangingthePresent.org – make a difference via charities around the world
- NRDC Gift Guides – eco-activate – gifts that save you and the planet
- unitedbyblue.org – ocean friendly apparel and accessories
- rescue.org – gifts that help save lives
- wildlifeworks.org – consumer-powered conservation; use code GIVETHRICE for 20% off entire order and free US shipping thru midnight Cyber Monday.
- fiveACCESSORIES – eco and fair trade fashion
- ecolissa – eco and vegan fashion
- energymuse – good vibe jewelry & accessories
- greenfeet.com – gift guides for green living
- uncommonGoods.com – fun gifts with your choice of 4, give-back programs
- ECOutlet.com – UK-based eco-emporium
- repurposingNOLA - gifts that help rebuild New Orleans
- etsy.com – indie designers, no big box shops in sight
- greenhome.com – green gift guides for all
- greenDeals.org – daily discounts
- GreenAmerica’s Green Gift Guide
- catalog choice – stops unwanted mail
- For local farmer’s market info, localharvest.org
… As always, we’ll keep you updated on more ways to keep your holidays simple, fun and sustainable.
Related: Holiday Guide to Green from USA Today – previously on The Alternative Consumer
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Thanks for the excellent suggestions!
Several people on my list are getting t-shirts from my favorite animal sanctuary, and homemade caramels from my favorite etsy shop. :)
sweet!
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Thanks for posting the links..great sites! As a small business owner (DibbleDabble1Dolls) and a woman…I find sites that often say they are of interest but really aren’t. One of the most asked questions I receive is “Are your creations green?”…Well I use as vintage fabrics and trims that I find at estate sales in my creations. Most of the materials are treasures that need to be saved from the trash and landfills…to have survived generations they are due respect and I feel my use of them does that very well! I also hand sew my One Of A Kind Cloth Sculptures but do use a sewing machine for the Petite Couture.
May this Holiday Season bring good health, happiness and peace to all!