20 Zero-Waste Gift Ideas for the Holidays
Black Friday is right around the corner, and with it the rush to buy gifts for the holiday season plus a few things for yourself. But with the excesses of overconsumption and wastefulness in our current society reaching a crisis point, now more than ever it’s important to be mindful of the gifts we give and the ways we show our affection. So here are our 20 low-waste and zero-waste gift ideas, which include everything from upcycled products to DIY recipes. Enjoy!
5 Gifts for the Parents
- Tai chi classes to get them moving
- Upcycled Leather Duffel from Rust and Fray
- Reusable plastic-free cup from Zero Waste Zone
- DIY zero-waste soap thanks to Going Zero Waste
- Low energy and eco-friendly soapstone cooking pot from VivaTerra
5 Gifts for the Kids
- Toy Firetruck made from recycled milk jugs from Green Toys
- Upcycled Denim Backpack from Rust And Fray
- Knitted dolls thanks to Wee Folk Art
- Pre-loved refurbished bicycle from Recycle-A-Bicycle
- Animal-themed bento kit from Ecolunchbox
5 Gifts for a Significant Other
- Homemade zero-waste beard oil thanks to Zero Waste Zone (two ingredients!)
- Ice skating tickets for couple based fun
- Modular home for (friendly) bee and butterfly populations thanks to VivaTerra
- Mosaic Upcycled Purse from Rust and Fray
- Complete zero waste starter kit from the Package Free Shop
5 Gifts for you
- Upcycled Skateboard Bracelet from Recycled Skateboard Jewelry
- Homemade Zero-waste Face Mask thanks to Fairyland Cottage
- Hot Yoga classes to up your workout game
- Upcycled Vegan Leather Handbag from Rust and Fray
- Natural Beeswax candles from VivaTerra
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