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articles & information > product reviews > 2010 gifts special - for him

star buylook out for our 'star buys' - the eight products which we believe represent the best value and/or quality, or are just particularly interesting or unusual.

All Gifts

For Her

For Him

For The Kids


under £15

£15 and over

Recycled Tin Fish With Plants
£14.50 from Tumi

Recycled Tin FishThe beautiful irridescent colours in this recycled tin ornament are created by firing the tin with a combination of different gases and melted copper and brass.
Measures approximately 20cm high.
Various other animals also available.

A'kin Pureman Gift Pack
£16.99 from Just So Natural

Mens Skincare Gift Set Men's everyday essentials gift pack containing 150ml energising hair & body wash, 50ml moisturiser and a shower ball all packaged in a stylish men's toiletry bag.

6-in-1 Solar Toy
£13.95 from Ethical Superstore

6-in-1 Solar ToyClever educational toy, which can be assembled in six different ways to teach you how solar power is used to drive a small motor.
When you’ve mastered one, simply deconstruct, and start again!
Suitable for ages 10+

star buyRecycled Circuit Board Cuff Links
£16.99 from My Eco Store

Recycled Circuit Board Cuff LinksUnusual silver coloured cuff links decorated with pieces of reclaimed circuit board, which would otherwise have ended up in landfill.
Presented in an attractive gift box and available in a choice of square or round

star buySolar Powered Travel Shaver
£12.50 from Select Solar

Solar travel shaverSurprisingly efficient rechargeable razor that's ideal for travelling, festivals, camping trips, holidays or just to keep in the car. 
Includes a beard trimmer, angled stand, cleaning brush and storage pouch. 
Recharges from sunlight or mains.

Fairtrade Organic Sugar & Spice Gift Box
from £22.50 from Steenbergs

Organic sugar & spicesGift box containing a selection of 3 organic Fairtrade sugars (cinnamon, lemon and vanilla) and 6 organic Fairtrade spices (4 colour peppercorn mix,  cinnamon powder, ginger, cardamom pods, curry powder, and garam masala).

Plant-A-Bloomer Christmas Decorations
£12.75 from Love Eco

Plantable Tree DecorationsCute tree decorations made from a specially created seed paper, handcrafted from discarded paper and including natural materials such as flowers, ferns and seeds.
Plant them out after the festivities and watch new plants grow through the rest of the year.

Divine Delight Fairtrade Chocolates
£23.35 for 6 boxes from Tropical Wholefoods

Fairtrade chocolate covered fruit and nuts Choose Brazil Nuts, Apricots or Mangoes, all covered in delicious 70% cocoa, 100% vegan fairtrade dark chocolate.
Each pack contains 6 boxes, making them great stocking fillers for six of your best friends (but you may be tempted to keep some for yourself!)

Reindeer Poo Planter & Christmas Tree Seeds
£4.65 from The Exotic Paper Company

Reindeer Poo PlanterPlanter containing Reindeer poo compost, and a Christmas Tree seed. Plant your seed in the outer box, until the shoots appear, and then transfer this box to a bigger pot just as it is. A fun eco friendly stocking filler, ideal for children and gardeners alike.

star buyAluminium Duck Tealight Holder
£24.95 from Myakka

Aluminium Duck Tealight HolderThis beautiful fair trade candle holder is hand crafted from aluminium and  holds seven tealights. 
An ideal centre piece for fireplaces or surrounds.

Size: 29 x 44 x 14 cm (w x h x d)

Fair Trade Elephant Decorations
£4.50 each from Fairwind

Fair Trade Elephant Tree DecorationsGorgeous elephants handmade using 100% Cambodian silk.
They make unusual Christmas tree decorations, and would be an ideal stocking filler for someone who loves elephants
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Small Recycled Magazine Mirror
£18.99 from Earthwhile

Recycled Magazine Wall MirrorUnusual colourful wall mirror, intricately pieced and made of recycled magazine paper, and then sealed for durability and shine.

Measures approx. 20cm diameter x 5cm deep.

star buySmall Corn Poppy Gift Box
£7.90 from SmellSoNice

Beeswax candles gift box3 intricate 'Corn Poppy' candles, each measuring approx 9cm tall, presented in a stylish corrugated cardboard gift box. Each candle is hand moulded from 100% pure beeswax, which burns with a clean, bright flame and smells lovely.

Radiator Booster
£17.99 from Claire's Eco Store

Radiator Booster - as seen on Dragons DenPosition this lightweight plastic radiator booster behind a standard domestic radiator, and the mini 12-volt electric fan will suck up the heat and send it out into the room quicker than conventional convection.
Reduces heat loss through the wall.

Organic Hemp Seed Oil Shampoo & Conditioner
£5.95 each from Yaoh

Yaoh Shampoo & ConditionerYaoh have combined moisturising and rejuvenating organic hemp seed oil with essential oils of rosemary, lavender and peppermint to create an invigorating and refreshing shampoo and conditioner that are vegan and free from sodium lauryl sulphate, parabens, harmful substances and unnecessary chemical additives.

Making Stuff - An Alternatve Craft Book
£16.95 from Black Dog Publishing

'Making Stuff' bookAn eclectic craft book for the new millennium. It is a testament to a trend that is only going to get bigger. Whether you are a seasoned crafter looking for new ideas or a novice who still doesn’t know how to cast on, this book is for you.

Organic Bath & Massage Oils
£7.95 each from Organic Blue

Bath & Massage Oils Each of these three pre-blended massage oils has a base of organic sunflower, jojoba and coconut oils.
Organic Blue have then added blends of essential oils for 'relaxing', 'sensual' or 'muscle rub'.

Lemongrass Gift Set
£19.50 from Hope Street

bodycare trio from Hope Street Gift basket containing full size 250ml bottles of body wash and body lotion and a 30ml bottle of hand cream, all with the sweet citrus aroma of lemongrass.

Leaves skin feeling soft and supple and smelling gorgeous.

Skin Bistro Natural Deodorant & Perfume Balm
£4.75 / £6.75 from Victoria Regia

Natural Deodorant / perfume balm The soft deodorant balm stick is fragranced using rosemary, thyme, tea tree & eucalyptus essential oils; and the moisturising perfume balm is available in 'Uplifting', 'Sensual' and 'Tranquility' blends.
Alternatively they can each be made to order using your own choice of essential oils.

Luxury 'freethinker' Bamboo Socks
£15.00 from Bam

4 pairs bamboo socksFour pairs of luxury bamboo socks, all with contrasting heel and toe. 

They are easily pulled up to just under the knee or can sit on ankle in a loose fit.

76% bamboo, 23% polyamide, 1% elastane

Faith in Nature Christmas Gift Set
£11.50 from Alternative Stores

Christmas Gift Set from Faith in NatureComprising a 250ml Shampoo, Conditioner and Shower Gel/Foam Bath plus a 100gm Soap, all presented in a reusable natural jute window bag, the sets are available in a choice of 4 fragrances (Seaweed, Aloe Vera, Lavender & Geranium and Chocolate).

Spa Gift Box
£36.00 (£30.64 plus VAT) from Tri Dosha

Wooden Sewing BoxPretty blue gift box containing 100ml bottle of nourishing Danwantari organic body oil, a wooden bowl, herbal compress and instructions.

 

   

 

 

     
 
 
   
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