Best Eco Friendly Gifts to Give

eco gifting

Eco Friendly Gifts are perfect choice for many. It really is time that we all jump on the eco-friendly bandwagon. We all need to come together and do our part in helping to create a more sustainable and clean world.

Many of us battle on where to start and what to do, but even the smallest of changes can make a big difference. Becoming eco-friendly doesn’t have to just be about going off the grid and never using straws again. You can start off small, even by opting to buy eco-friendly gifts for those close to you.

Instead of opting for the usual gifts, why not treat someone with one of these eco-friendly options? They are all just as good as any other gift, if not better, and you can gift them with a clean conscience!

The Best Eco Friendly Gifts to Give

Drinking Bottles

drinking bottle

Single use plastics are plaguing the environment. Take-away containers, disposable straws and water bottles included.

A stainless steel water bottle is such a useful gift. It can be used over and over again, and it will keep the contents cool or warm, whichever is needed. They cut down the use of plastic water bottles, and are safe to use over an extended period of time.

Many of the stainless steel water bottles come in really cool, personalized designs as well. If stainless steel doesn’t work for you, why not buy a glass water bottle?

Stainless Steel Straws

Eco Friendly Gifts to Give

Not all restaurants and cafes have ditched plastic straws. At the same time, going out for dinner and being offered a drink without a straw can be a hack. Stainless steel straws are designed to be used over and over again. They make a great gift, and even come with pipe cleaners which help keep them spotless and germ free after use.

Why not pair them with a little carry case that make it easy to keep the straws in a purse?

Bamboo Coffee Cup

Bamboo Coffee Cup

A lot of us don’t realize how much waste we create using take-away containers. Take-away coffee cups play a big role in this as well.

There are some wonderful reusable coffee cups that are made with eco-friendly materials such as bamboo fiber. These can be used over and over again, and keep your drinks warm as well!

Many coffee shops also offer a discount on coffee if you bring your own mug along, so it is a great gift for a coffee lover!

Kids Bamboo Dining Set

Kids Bamboo Dining Set

Kids also need a bit of eco-love! There are bamboo fibre tableware sets for kids that are just wonderful. They come in a wide range of designs and are such a practical gift for younger ones.

Candles

beeswax candle

Who doesn’t love candles? They can be so soothing and calming, especially when they burn with a wonderful scent.

Many store bought candles contain harmful chemicals that you should try to avoid, especially in the colourants added to the candles. Instead, why not gift someone a natural beeswax candle. The scents come from amazing essential oils, and the candle does not burn any harmful chemicals into the air.

Bamboo Sheets

Bamboo Sheets

Many of the sheets and bedding we buy are actually washed with formaldehyde. This is done to make the sheets feel softer, but it does in fact add toxins to our sleeping space.

Instead of buying the usual bedding sets, try and source some bamboo sheets and duvets. They are long lasting, eco-friendly and are naturally soft.

Tote Bags

Tote Bags

We are all guilty of buying plastic packets when we go to the store, promising ourselves we will remember to bring our own next time.

For the eco-conscious shopper, a reusable tote bag is a great gift. There are so many different designs and colours, making them perfectly customizable to different people. They can be used for clothes shopping, grocery shopping, or even just for a trip down to the beach.

Bamboo Cooking Utensils

Bamboo Cooking Utensils

There are many eco-friendly gifts for the kitchen. Included in this are bamboo cooking utensils. They stay away from the plastic used to make kitchen utensils and instead are beautifully crafted from bamboo. Bamboo is one of the most eco-friendly materials around, as well as being durable and really pretty.

Bamboo Toothbrush

Bamboo Toothbrush

Cut plastic waste down even further by gifting someone with a wonderful bamboo toothbrush. They are completely biodegradable and renewable, and work really well too.

Recycled Socks

Recycled Socks

Yes, socks are usually seen as a super boring gift that nobody really wants. But that isn’t the case anymore.

Socks made from recycled materials are now a thing, and they are super comfortable! Other than being comfy, they come in some funky and amazing designs that will be loved by anyone who is lucky enough to receive a pair!

Bamboo Toilet Paper

Bamboo Toilet Paper

This might seem like an odd gift, but the bamboo toilet paper is usually wrapped up in quirky paper with funny slogans, one of the most famous being “Who Gives A Crap”.

It is a fun and playful gift, and once the laughs are done, the sustainable toilet paper will go to good use!

Glass Mason Jars

Glass Mason Jars

Mason jars can be used for almost anything! They are incredibly handy to keep in the kitchen, and avoid any plastic being used in their place.

Mason jars can be used for packing lunches, keeping spices fresh or pickling fruit or vegetables. You can even use mason jars to make some natural beeswax candles as well!

Eco-Friendly Gifts

There are so many great eco-friendly gifting options available to choose from, for both adults and babies, and everyone else in between.

Join the trend of being eco-conscious, and hopefully by gifting your loved ones with some eco-friendly gifts, you will encourage them to do the same. The smallest of changes can lead to a big difference, all leaving a positive impact on the environment!

Faithful to Nature is a great eco-conscious site based in South Africa that has eco-friendly products and gifts, ranging from kitchen utensils to skin care. They even have vegan products as well, something for everyone.

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Rebecca Brown