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Historically, I’ve tended to be a bit of a bah humbug around Christmas. I love the food fairs and the Baileys and the erruption of twinkling lights, but the commercial culture of the holiday and this ingrained pressure to spend spend spend gives me the ick. When I was younger I couldn’t understand why my grandparents said they didn’t want any gifts – how could there not be something? – but I get it now; despite good intentions, I think we’ve all had that moment where we’re looking down at a random body set or pair of gloves and think ‘well, what am I going to do with this now?’. It’s a waste of money, of time, of packaging and materials.
I do appreciate, however, that gift giving is a lovely gesture, and for some, this may be the only time of year to invite a little indulgence. With that in mind, I’ve collected an assortment of gift ideas from sustainable and/or independent brands, the likes of which will hopefully offer you some alternatives to the big high street names who go all in on the festive advertising. Excessive consumption goes into overdrive this time of year but with just an inkling of care, you can still shop consciously.
There aren’t a ton of ideas to be found here. I’ve included many things I own or have gifted to others, plus some others I’d love to receive or think would make a bloody good present, but including hundreds upon hundreds of products would be counterproductive to the shop slowly mindset. So I hope you see something that sparks a little ‘a-ha! this is it’ moment in your brain, whether that’s postal bakes from an independent baker or an eco vibrator with multiple, joyful settings.
Enjoy!
UNDER £15
- *Gift A Tree – Geolocated and photographed with project updates via Treedom online account. The perfect eco-conscious gift with meaning. Use CHLOE15 for 15% off at checkout (1 per person, expires 1st Jan 22).
- Gaia Bullet – Biodegradable and recyclable vibrator
- Candle Holders – Hand painted in the UK
- Custom Foil Voucher – Ideal for gifting days out, experiences and trips
- Postal Bakes – An assortment of festive homemade bakes
- Twisted Soy Candle – 2 sizes and various colours
- Glass Holder – A mini holder for tealights or single stems
- Bookmark – Handmade in the UK, various designs
- Reusable Cloth – THE BEST every day facial cloth
- Mini Tray – A spot for keys or decoration for shelving
- Postal Cake – Chocolate, vanilla and buttercream
- Scallop Bowls – x3 for dips and tapas
HOME
- Aery Candle – Plant-based wax, recyclable packaging
- Keep Candle – Handmade, plant-based wax, to be used as a mug after candle
- Eco Grater – Ethically sourced olive wood
- Egg Tray – Handmade in various colours
- Pinch Bowl – Handmade in the UK with Jesmonite
- Always Pan – 8 functions in 1 pan
- Coodle Candle – Small UK business, vegan wax
- Bubble Vase – Medium and large in various colours
- Teabag Pot – Handmade with the option to add a spoon!
- Tea Towel – Designed and printed in the North of England
SEX & SELF
- ROAM Lube – Sustainably sourced, vegan certified, 100% recycled and recyclable
- G Spot Stimulator – 4 speeds, 7 settings, made from recycled aluminium and silicone
- Affirmation Cards – 52 handmade cards
- Clitoral Stimulator – 4 speeds, 7 settings, made from recycled aluminium and silicone
- Body Moisturiser – Luxuriously rich moisturiser with Argan, Shea and Cocoa Butter (smells AMAZING)
- Womanizer Eco – A clitorial stimulator made from Biolene with 12 intensity settings
JEWELLERY
- Amme x CP Thick Rope Hoops – Recycled sterling silver & gold plating
- Amme x CP Padlock Necklace – Handmade in London, engravable
- Amme x CP Padlock Necklace – Handmade in London, engravable
- Daisy x Estée Lalonde Octagon Hoops – Recycled sterling silver & gold plating
- ANUKA Jewellery Hoops – Reycled silver, 18ct gold vermeil
- Daisy x Estée Lalonde Chain – Recycled sterling silver & gold plating
CLOTHES
- Allkind Slippers – 100% organic cotton vegan slippers
- Ninety Percent Tank – Tencel fabric, ethically made
- Sancho’s Sweatshirt – Organic cotton and recycled polyester
- Tartan Blanket Co – Ethically made oversized lambswool scarf
- Ninety Percent Hooded Parka – 100% organic cotton, ethically made
- Dora Larsen PJs – 100% organic cotton, OEKO-TEX certified
- PANGAIA Hoody – 50% organic cotton, 50% recycled cotton
- Hurr Rental Gift Card
- Secret Garden Gin Club – Monthly deliveries of unique gins and garnishes
- DIY Eco Crackers – Everything provided is biodegradable, reusable and or recycled
- Eco Tape – Biodegradable alternative to Sellotape
- La Tua Pasta Veggie Kit – 3 dinners for 2 people