Articles: Christmas Ideas

If you're interested in sustainable living, the planet's
environment and supporting small businesses, you may want to
toss out the red and just go green this year.

By purchasing eco-friendly gifts for all the people on your
list, you can set a new trend among your friends and family.
Your purchases will show that you want the world to be a better
place, and you may inspire other to think green when it comes to
holiday shopping. Here are several different gift ideas for the
people on your list.

A Green cleaning kit Did you know that conventional
cleaning products can expose your family to harmful chemicals,
not to mention their ability to get into our water system. By
cleaning with natural cleaners, such as simple baking soda or
retail natural cleaners, you can improve your health and keep
toxins out of the environment.

Get your friends and family on board by providing them with
their own green cleaning starter kit. Purchase retail products
for the kitchen or bathroom and add a natural sea sponge. Or
make your own cleaning products with a few natural recipes and
pass them along to your friends.

Organic chocolate Who doesn't love chocolate? Give the
sweet tooth on your list something that is delicious and
eco-friendly as well. Look for organic chocolates online or in
specialty shops. In addition to regular milk chocolate and dark
chocolate, you can find unique chocolate blends that have
organic ingredients. Buy a few different varieties and make a
tasty gift basket.

Hemp products Hemp products are very environmentally
friendly because they are grown from hemp plants, which are said
to have less impact on the environment than cotton plants. Hemp
has been used in a variety of different ways from fabric to
personal care products. You can literally pick something that
you want to give and then find it made in hemp. Sweatshirts,
purses, soap, shampoo, sheets, towels and even jewelry can be
made from hemp. Don't worry: hemp is not marijuana and is
totally legal.

Handmade by locals If you're looking for a unique gift
idea that reduces the environmental cost of shipping, buy local!
You can buy hand made items from local craft fairs or swap
meets. Whether locally or online, you can find paintings,
jewelry, clothing, accessories, toys - basically something for
everyone on your list. Shopping handmade items has become so
popular that some people are taking a "handmade pledge" and
promise to buy all of their gifts from independent artisans.

These eco friendly Christmas gift ideas will allow you to have a
holiday season with less impact on the planet.

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