Make your gift really count this year with these planet friendly presents:
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Stella McCartney / LeSportsac 'Everday' Tote Stella McCartney's designs for LeSportsac combines a keen fashion sense with high functionality, featuring recycled Eco Polyester. Perfect for the modern woman who loves to work, travel, or shop. $210 at bluefly.com |
Bio-Degradeable Indoor Gardens This small pot grows either Heirloom Lavender or Japanese Maple in pots made entirely of renewable grain husks, primarily rice hulls, and organic pigments. Great for a housewarming gift or a little something for a co-worker. Relaxing Lavender, $15.50 or colorful Japanese Maple, $25.50 at delight.com |
EcoSphere Pod Hold a world in the palm of your hand. Developed by NASA, the EcoSphere is a complete, closed bio-regenerative ecological system, sealed in hand blown glass. Contains earth, water, air, and life (algae, shrimp, and microbes that provide each other with nutrients). $59.99 at target.com |
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Simple ecoSneaks Satire Laces and pedbeds made from melted plastic bottles, organic cotton lining, recycled car tire outsole and 100% hemp uppers add up to a sneaker that is good for your feet and good for the planet. $55 at piperlime.com |
Fruit Teethers & Tote (Organic Cotton) This sweet fruit basket of 100% organic cotton teething toys is made the same way we prefer the real thing -- with absolutely no pesticides or chemicals used in the production process. $30 at giggle.com |
Protect Our Earth Glasses These recycled glasses are made from the bottom halves of Bordeaux bottles that were "rescued" on the way to the landfill. A beautifully silk-screened branch design is accompanied by the phrase 'Protect Our Earth' in four languages. Sold as a set of 4. $45 at uncommongoods.com |
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Recycled Gift Wrap What a cheeky way to give a gift! Made from 100% post-consumer recycled paper, this is a perfect wrap for any occasion. Each roll is comprised of two 22" x 33.75" sheets. $8 at greenwithglamour.com |
Matt and Nat Feutre Vetro Bag A stylish, eco-friendly option for work and play, this Feutre Vetro Bag from Matt and Nat is so polished and functional. This large bag is made of 100% recycled water bottles to yield a soft felt finish, accented by lead-free copper hardware and Japanese Paper trim. $275 at tobi.com |
Recycled Sail Bags Sailors, take the feel of the open seas back to the shore with this clever messenger-style tote made from real boat sails. The interior authenticity tag unfurls the life of the sail - the type of craft it guided, the type of sail it was and the sea it sailed upon. Available in blue or red. $125 at uncommongoods.com |
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Katharine E Hamnett Organic Peace Tee Give peace for the holidays. Crafted from organic cotton, this simple pullover has a simple message, printed in environmental waterbased dyes. $75 at saks.com |
Solar Gadget Charger Capable of charging or powering almost any device with a USB port, this compact wonder from Better Energy Systems is lightweight and portable. Place the Solio in sunlight, spread its wings to solar power or charge your iPod®, iPhone®, Blackberry® and more. $99.95 at redenvelope.com 10% off through 12/31/08, use code: REDTKN |
Origins 'Certified Male' Set These convenient grooming greats from nature are great for any guy. Set includes Blade Runner® Energizing Shave Cream (2.5 oz.), Checks and Balances™ Frothy Face Wash (2.5 oz.) and Save the Males™ Multi-Benefit Moisturizer (2.5 oz.). $37.50 at nordstrom.com |
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I Am Not A Paper Cup Do your part for the environment with this reusable porcelain cup that looks exactly like a regular, disposable paper cup with a plastic top! But, with double-walls for extra heat insulation and durability, this is an eco-friendly cup that can be used over and over again. $19.95 at wrapables.com |
It's Easy Being Green Book The handbook for earth-friendly living is packed with interesting facts, novel ideas and handy tips for making an easy transition into a more eco-conscious lifestyle. Printed on recycled paper, of course. By Crissy Trask. $12.95 at saks.com |
Envirosax Market Bags, Set of 5 This set of lightweight mod-print totes includes five colorful polyester bags packed in a pouch small enough to tuck into a glove compartment or handbag. Roomy proportions and reinforced seams allow each bag to hold as much as two plastic grocery bags. Waterproof and machine washable. $39.95 at redenvelope.com 10% off through 12/31/08, use code: REDTKN |
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