If you buy into the whole holiday wackadoodle whirl, precious few days are left before the veins are going to begin bulging out of the sides of your head. You need ideas for the people on your list (green, middle of the road and otherwise) and you need 'em stat! Here's a paper bag -- put it over your head for a few secs, draw air slowly into your lungs and once you remove it, cut it open with a pair of scissors and lay it out on your kitchen table. You're going to need a simple, protective work surface for all of the crafty projects you're going to kick into high gear in the next several days! For everyone else who happens to be turned off by the mere mention of DIY, no worries -- there's a section for you below that highlights some of the coolest eco-themed store bought goods out on the marketplace today. Best of all, every single thing on this list is not only planet-friendly but also conveniently fits into a standard stocking, so you're good to go!
Stocking Stuffers To Make With Your Own Two Hands:
1) Make a wallet from an old computer keyboard.
2) Tuck a few boxbots into someone's Christmas stocking.
3) Recycle old books into great gift possibilities like this vintage style handbag.
4) Make recycled paper jewelry or a recycled magazine bead necklace.
5) Create a fabric scrap collage necklace or a recycled t-shirt necklace.
6) Make infused alcohol or homemade Irish cream liquer.
7) Recycled sweater mittens are another toasty-cool option.
8) One-of-a-kind t-shirt stencils might make 'em grin from ear to ear.
9) Assemble a collection of organic, heirloom seeds harvested from your summer garden into handmade packets.
10) Tuck a one-of-a-kind DIY totebag into someone's stocking (made out of an old tank top).
11) Sew an assortment of homemade reusable lunch bags.
12) Make DIY flip flops out of an old yoga mat or sandals from an old tire.
13) Cook up sweet treats like Alicia Silverstone's Vegan Peanut Butter Cups, Fruit and Nut Bars or Homemade Marshmallows.
14) Create a recycled umbrella duffel bag.
15) Or....some recycled kitchsy cufflink jewelry.
16) Luminescent recycled PET jewelry might also be appreciated.
17) Whip up a batch of chai tea syrup and pour it into recycled glass bottles decorated with cinnamon sticks and sprigs of holly.
18) Practical people might love a collection of handmade green household cleaning products.
Stocking Stuffers To Buy From The Store With Cold Hard Cash:
1) Reusable produce bags might be a welcome addition to any household.
2) Alchemy Goods' collection of wallets, belts and bags made out of used bicycle inner tubes, billboard banners and car junkyard seatbelts are fantastic.
3) Designer Anthony Roussel's eco-delightful & highly sustainable cork rings & bracelets would thrill any member of the female pursuation.
4) How about this 2-in-1 bracelet/coffee cup holder made out of reclaimed architectural veneer?
5) Stainless steel, glass or bamboo drinking straws are a far better alternative to plastic...plus they're pretty slick-looking.
6) Everyone could use a pair of socially & environmentally responsible eco-undies.
7) Organic, soy-based nail polish such as Priti Nails, Piggy Paint, Aquarella Polish, Earthly Delights, etc. will liberate ladies from the toxic cocktail they normally paint on their nails.
8) A charitable donation in your gift recipient's name that reflects their interest in making the world a better place is always a reliable choice.
9) Natural dish scrubbers made out of corn cobs & peach pits -- cool whether you like doing the dishes or not.
10) The Body Shop's first certified organic skin care line, called Nutriganics, would be great for those who truly want to smell like a rose.
11) Sunny Flower portable solar charger or JuiceBar's multi-device pocket solar charger -- sun power all the way!
12) Etsy artist Funky Junq's recycled beverage can jewelry -- why not?
13) Super-clever and unexpected, Sonic Fabric's limited-edition recycled cassette tape fabric neckties are the bomb.
14) Melanie Bilenker's human hair brooches are, well, very unique.
15) Plant 20 trees for the price of one cool tee or buy Sun Nº01's limited edition solar t-shirt.
Lest ye forget, there are even more holiday gift ideas than you can shake a stick at right on this site. Take five minutes to check out Greenwala's ever-growing video tutorial section and if you still come up empty, then these guides should offer further inspiration:
85+ Holly Jolly Eco-Inspired Handcrafted DIY Ideas
11 Handmade Holiday Gift Ideas That Will Make 'Em Say, "Oooooo!"
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