Sustainable Christmas Gift Ideas
Sustainable Christmas Gift Ideas That Are Gentle on the planet
The Christmas season is a time of celebration and joy. However, it can also be a time of wastefulness. We’ll show you how to make Christmas sustainable by using eco-friendly products and reducing waste.
Give gifts that don’t create waste
The holidays are a time of giving, but it’s also a time of receiving. Giving gifts can be a fun experience, but it can also be stressful when you start to think about how much waste is created by the process.
Some people believe that giving gifts is an outdated tradition and that we should just donate money instead. But what if your loved one has a specific item in mind? Wouldn’t it be more meaningful for them to receive something they actually want?
There are many sustainable Christmas gift ideas to try. How about gifting an experience rather than a physical product?
Here are some ideas to get you started:
- Pottery Class
- Travel Experience
- Adventure sports like kayaking or mountain biking
- A wine or beer tasting
- Paint & Sip
- Yoga Classes
- Cooking Class
- Give the gift of music – Lessons to learn an instrument online or with an in-person tutor
- Spa Gift Card
- Cocktail Masterclass
- Fitness App or online classes
- Tickets to see a band or performance
Reuse & Wrap
Wrapping paper is often made from materials that can’t be recycled, like tissue paper or waxed paper. Get creative with wrapping your gifts! Reuse newspaper, magazine or even a chip packet to wrap your presents.
Be present not give presents
The most important thing you can give your loved ones is quality time. It’s not always easy to find a balance between the demands of work, family, and personal life. But it’s important to remember that holidays are about spending time with family after all! The quality time you spend with family and friends is more valuable than any gift could ever be.
Gift digital products
Gifting a digital product is an excellent alternative to giving physical products. It’s more affordable, environmentally friendly and it’s easy to send. Digital products are a great way to give someone something they can use for years without having to worry about it being thrown away or lost.
Level up your friends! Give the gift of knowledge by buying an online course or e-book.
Get creative and make it yourself
What skills do you have that you can use to make gifts?
Do you bake, paint, sew or do woodworking? For many people, the holiday season brings out the creativity in them and they want to make something special for their loved ones. This can be anything from homemade cookies to personalized Christmas cards. Taking time to create can be more impactful than buying something off the shelf.
Gift eco-friendly products
There are many ways to give a gift without contributing to the waste problem. When choosing an eco-friendly product, make sure it’s made from sustainable materials and has a low carbon footprint.
Help your loved ones live a more sustainable life. Perhaps a coffee cup, water bottle, cutlery set or reusable bags or refillable beauty products will help them reduce their waste from Christmas to the New Year & beyond.
Eco-Friendly Gifts For Kids
Board games an fun and educational kids gift. We love Djeco Yahtzee Junior Game as it’s plastic-free!
Gift the kids in your life a gift that will last all year with a subscription to a toy library!
For The Adventurous
Travellers will love the Scrubba wash bag for laundry on the go!
Leave the single use batteries behind and enjoy unlimited light from the power of the sun. The SunLight’s is rechargeable and features an integrated solar panel.
Buy from ethical companies
If you are looking for a gift for someone this Christmas, you should consider buying from ethical companies. These companies have strict policies on the business practices and products they sell. They also offer sustainable products that can be reused or recycled.
By buying from ethical companies you are supporting responsible sourcing of material, fair treatment of workers & sustainable processes. Look for B-corp-certified & brands that are truly transparent about how they operate.
These are our faves:
Support local businesses
There are so many reasons to support local businesses. Not only do they provide jobs for people who live near them, but they also tend to use fewer resources than big box stores. Plus, when you buy locally, you’re helping to keep money in your community. Local products also minimize the carbon footprint compared to goods shipped nationally & internationally.
Donate to a cause
Pick a charitable cause that your loved one is passionate about and make a contribution on their behalf. There are many ethical and sustainable charities that need our help, so it is important that you do your research before donating to a charity.
CHRISTMAS FOOD VOUCHERS FOR MOB & ALLIES IN NEED! – Jo from Dreamtime Aroha is determined to give our people in community the BIGGEST DEADLIEST MOB CHRISTMAS FEED!
This year we have we have Minjerribah, Meanjin & Remote Nth QLD on board and depending on what we can raise in the next 6-7 weeks we hope to help others in need as we have previously over the last 2 years!
Happy Holidays & Thanks For Choosing Sustainable Christmas Gift Ideas
For our top tips to be eco-friendly this Christmas read our Sustainable Christmas Guide.
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