The Big Guide: Gifts for Everybody

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Can I tell you a secret? I LOVE a good treasure hunt. Finding ideas for this year’s sustainable gift guide proved to be an exciting, fulfilling quest. There are gifts for crafters and gifts for kids. Practical gifts, beautiful gifts, recycled gifts, organic gifts. I’ve included long-time favorite brands plus some I just discovered this year. There’s even gold! I hope you enjoy reading and shopping with this guide as much as I enjoyed creating it for you. Happy holidays!

BRANDED Collective BRANDED’s beautiful cuffs, earrings, and necklaces are crafted by human trafficking survivors pursuing economic independence. BRANDED items are made in Nashville with materials sourced primarily in the United States. (I volunteer with BRANDED and consider the founders my friends.)
Splurge: Gold-Filled Chain Necklace, $58. Save: Tiny Cuff, $24.

Nimble I heard about eco-friendly tech company Nimble through StyleWise, and I’m excited to watch Nimble as they seek to become a certified B Corp. Nimble uses bioplastic, organic hemp, and recyclable aluminum to craft phone accessories that are stylish and sustainable.
Splurge: 10-Day Fast Portable Charger, $99.95. Save: Wireless Charging Pad, $39.95.

Walking Palm Pet Products Cat cave and dog toy

Walking Palm works with artisans in Nepal who handcraft pet products from 100% organic, vegetable-dyed wool. The co-founder, a friend of mine, visited the factory recently and shared that workers are free to come and go as they choose, making their own hours.
Splurge: Cat Cave, $49.99. Save: Dog Tug Toy, $7.99-$9.99

ABLE ABLE seeks to end generational poverty by providing employment opportunities across the globe. With a range of products that now includes apparel, denim, jewelry, and leather bags, ABLE is creating a stir in the fashion world with a promise to publish their lowest wages.
Splurge: Rachel Tote, $188. Save: Ivy Ring, $24.

Ten Thousand Villages As a member of the World Fair Trade Organization, Ten Thousand Villages seeks out beautiful, handcrafted goods from artisans through long-term, fair partnerships. Ten Thousand Villages operates more than 100 retail stores in the United States and Canada.
Splurge: Onyx Chess Set, $175. Save: Star Puzzle, $8.99.

Greenheart Shop Greenheart Shop carries gifts for all ages, supporting social enterprises in the United States and fair trade organizations across the world.
Splurge: Finger Puppet Story Pack, $25. Save: Carved Balsa Crayon Bundle, $12.

Green Toys

Eco-friendly Green Toys uses recycled milk jugs to create toys that are safe and fun. With U.S.-based manufacturing, assembly, and distribution, the company seeks to reduce landfill waste and greenhouse gases in every step of its process.
Splurge: Farm Playset, $49.99. Save: Cook, Bake, Create! Set, $19.99.

PACT Apparel PACT is one of my favorite stores for sustainable basics. I love having an easy place to find organic, fair trade clothes at a price I can afford. Next step: Start giving them to everyone else!
Splurge: Classic Zip Hoody, $50. Save: Baby Bib, $8.

Uncommon Goods With a commitment to social and environmental responsibility, Uncommon Goods offers products from a range of independent artists and makers. The company is a certified B Corporation and pays its seasonal, hourly workers 100% more than the federal minimum wage.
Splurge: Wooden Yarn Box, $72. Save: DIY Lip Balm Kit, $40.

Lazarus Artisan Goods As a social enterprise of the Mission Lazarus Ministry, Lazarus Artisan Goods provides skilled training and economic opportunities in Haiti and Honduras. Lazarus Artisan Goods is part of a long-term plan to create sustainable jobs and foster local leadership in the countries served.
Splurge: Dopp Kit, $68. Save: Cord Traveler, $28.

Newly Newly’s sleek, modern home goods are made from 100% recycled or repurposed material, including hand-blown glass, reclaimed hardwood, and recycled water bottles.
Splurge: Throw Blanket, $98. Save: Glass Pitcher, $38.