Gift Guide: 5 Chic Eco Ideas
December is only a few days away so why not plan ahead and get your gift lists lined up now? This year, I am planning to incorporate environmentally friendly items into the mix. Green gifts can be anything from recycling something old into something new (DIY anyone?) or something that is made in an eco-conscious manner. Below are 5 of my favorite eco-approved gift ideas for the holidays:
Reusable Bag. The Hip Pod from my XO(eco) line with BlueAvocado is made from 50% post-consumer recycled bottle fabric. I carry mine everywhere these days… You could also use this bag to wrap your gift too! Fill it with tissue and tie on a festive bow and voilà—your gift is wrapped!
Infused Sugar. I saw this idea on Sugar & Charm and think it is a great idea. It’s thoughtful, reusable, and sweet. Literally.
Brush Box. If you have a beauty-lover in your life or someone that travels a lot, the Brush Boxe from my XO(eco) collection with BlueAvocado is the perfect gift. I use mine religiously—whether I’m traveling or not. Plus it’s completely eco-friendly!
Teacup Candle. Make a candle (instructions here) and create a unique scent specific to the recipient. I love how this idea recycles an ordinary object into something entirely new.
Are you going green this holiday season?
Also, while we’re on the subject of “going green” I thought I’d share this tip: One of my favorite ways to add an eco-friendly touch to my holiday gifts is by wrapping them in newspaper and then tying them off with brightly colored ribbon. Do you have any more ideas to share? Sound off below.
XO Lauren
P.S. Have you checked out our Holiday Wish List yet?
Photos: Sugar and Charm, Centsational Girl, MyRecipes.Com, Beauty & The Green
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Really glad that you're conscious of going green Lauren but these are the babiest of steps! A lil more effort to educate yourself would be super! -
LC thank you so much for all of these fabulous ideas... I made the hot cocoa, gingerbread in a jar and the infused sugar as gifts this year for Christmas and everyone just loved them. They are such great idea's and everyone loved the fat that I had made them myself. You are fabulous xx
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I love knitting people gifts! Scarves are my favorite because they are fast, easy, and fashionable! It's always the best feeling when you see a loved one's face light up to receive a handmade scarf. And I always feel so proud whenever I see them sporting it.
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i love the teacup candle! it's such a cute idea. can't wait to try it!
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My favorite is the infused sugar and teacup candle idea! These ideas are simple yet thoughtful. Another idea is getting a old frame, pant it, and put all kinds of quotes inside like a collage. Very cute yet creative!
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Great ideas!! I really liked the infused sugar one!! =D
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Ideas like these will really help me when it comes to gifts for the office :)
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I <3 the eco friendly bags! They're so cute! Check out my blog: http://thechicstreetblog.blogspot.com/ -
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see, like my last comment said, teacup candles. it's too perfect!
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I'd love your thoughts and feedback!
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Amazing ideas. The teacup candle is so cute and the hot cocoa looks delicious.
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I love the tea candle.i have lots of tea cups here and im goin to try it.thanks lauren.
For me i made a card with drawing and some glitters and perfume on it.then put on a envelop(via ai mail) with a touch of glitters and stickers-cool to make it presentable and lovely. h -
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I love the candle, I am going to try that for gifts this year, it's so cute!
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I love the cocoa in a jar. It's so easy to make and super affordable.
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