By: Sarah Zitin

You still have plenty of time to buy your sustainable gift ideas! Why not buy eco-friendly products when you have the choice? They’re not as expensive as they used to be since sustainability is more the norm now than not. It used to be that people would complain that eco-friendly means expensive, when the opposite is often true. Depending on where you shop.

What are Sustainable Gifts?

Sustainable gift ideas are certainly not made of plastic! They are waste-free, using eco-friendly materials that don’t compromise the environment. They can be reused, recycled, renewed, refreshed and more. In other words, they are made with attention to the planet and sentient beings.

Almost every product you can think of can be sustainable, with some exceptions, of course. If you’re thinking of buying sustainable gifts this holiday season, there are numerous choices for every family member, including your pets!

Why Buy Sustainable Gifts?

You want to buy sustainable gifts to save the planet from plastic waste, deforestation, warming oceans, toxic products and toxins in products, and because there is no Plan B for Mother Earth! Warming oceans destroy plant and mammal life and everything else in the ocean. Since the ocean essentially controls the environment, the warming oceans have created volcanoes, hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes and more. Sustainability is the only hope we have for the future, so that’s a very good reason to buy sustainably and with purpose.

What Your Kids Want for the Holidays

Teach your children how to plant a garden, how to cook without meat, how to clean without harmful products, and how to be stewards of the Earth. Whatever they want for gifts, you can choose to buy eco-friendly products just as easily. If you introduce eco-friendly products to your kids early on, they will learn to live sustainably and empower their friends to do the same. Children listen and learn from us, so  the best actions we can take are to buy sustainable gifts this holiday season.

Here’s a List of Sustainable Gifts from Leaf’d:

Ethnic DOLL: Soft body rag doll with embroidered facial features and printed clothing.

Materials: 100% Cotton Jersey, 100% Printed Jersey, 100% Polyester Soft Boa.

Product care: For full washing instructions see product label. For light cleaning, wipe the surface of the toy with soapy water and a damp cloth, air dry and allow moisture inside toys to drain. As a precaution, check the toy regularly and do not give it to babies or children if worn or damaged.

Safety Standards: This product complies with US ASTM F963, European EN71, and Canadian Consumer Product Safety Act. 

Socially Responsible Manufacturing, Sustainable toys that are biodegradable, Safe Non-Toxic, Plastic Free.

Turtle: This adorable toy is made from pure natural rubber. Certified non-toxic, BPA free, Phthalate free and PVC free. Designed to be easily gripped by little hands.

Materials: Pure Natural Latex.

Product care: For full washing instructions see product label. For light cleaning, wipe the surface of the toy with soapy water and a damp cloth, air dry and allow moisture inside toys to drain. As a precaution, check the toy regularly and do not give it to babies or children if worn or damaged. Do not leave natural rubber toys in direct sunlight or in high temperatures.

Safety Standards: This product complies with US ASTM F963, European EN71, and Canadian Consumer Product Safety Act. Please keep all information for future reference. 

Fish Strips for Dogs: These crunchy jerky strips are made by slowly dehydrating hand-cut slices of wild Mexican devil fish caught by artisanal fishermen. These treats are high in protein and low in calories.

The devil fish or armored catfish is an invasive fish that has decimated native fisheries and the economies that depend on them. This company has teamed up with small-scale fishermen to turn this fish into tasty pet treats while helping restore the natural ecosystem and creating new economic opportunities.

Chocolate: This chocolate combines a blend of powerful botanicals including chamomile, valerian, lavender and lemon balm with magnesium and melatonin in a Blueberry Lavender flavored bar designed to help you fall asleep faster and more soundly, with no lingering effects the next day.

Vegan Jerky: SALE! This nutritious  jerky is packed with countless health benefits. These include antimicrobial properties, healthy skin, and cardiovascular and skeletal health. Cruelty free, gourmet mushroom jerky for sale!! Get the sale today!

Honey:  Lavender Infused honey. This award-winning raw honey is infused  in small batches with dried lavender flowers. It’s perfect in tea or drizzled on toast, ice cream and any number of food items. Relax your mind and body with lavender honey on your favorite foods!

Infinity Scarf: This beautiful scarf is made from bamboo, a sustainable material. It comes in a few different colors, and is a wonderful addition to your winter weather wear. It’s so light you can almost wear it all year round.

Body Balm:  CBD balm is great for everyone, yes, even the little ones. It has no THC or any mood-altering ingredients. It’s ultra-hydrating, lightweight, non-greasy, fast absorbing, and anti-inflammatory. This balm helps with recovery from muscle and joint discomfort. Naturally fragrant, it’s made with menthol, shea butter, and a generous amount of hemp extract.

Elderberry Syrup: Elderberry is made with simple ingredients: organic elderberries sourced from their native European lands, fresh ginger and cinnamon, 100% pure raw and unfiltered organic honey.

16 oz jar of Original Everyday Elderberry

Recap® Reusable Pour Spout Lid (can be used on any mason jar)

They’re vacuum sealed and are shelf-stable. Once opened, please refrigerate always and use within 30-45 days.

Nutrition Information: Serving Size: 1 Tablespoon 4g carbohydrates, 3g sugars, 0g fat, 0mg sodium, 15 calories

Infant Warning: Children under the age of one year should not consume this product since it contains raw honey.

Sustainable Gifting Ideas Here!

Leaf’d provides you with sustainable gifts for the entire family! Think you’re at a loss to buy a gift for your husband, boyfriend, father, friend? Think again! Sustainable gifting ideas are everywhere you look today. With a variety of interesting, fun, useful, practical and well made products that are strictly eco-friendly, you don’t need to be at a loss this holiday season. Buy sustainable gifts, teach your children well, and preserve our oceans, lakes, rivers and environment. Mother Earth is our friend and she deserves the best from us!