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Stuck for ideas this Christmas? Want to give something ethical or eco-friendly, but don't know where to start looking?

Well, look no further! Whatever your budget, we've got some great gift ideas from a selection of sites within our listings, starting at just £3.50 to over £100. If you want to purchase, or find out more about any of the items listed below just click on its image or title to connect through to the individual websites.

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.

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Calming Lavender Butter Bar
£5.00 from Cornish Balms & Crafts

calming lavender butter barsThree cute heart shaped butter bars in a pretty organza bag.

Created to soothe soften and moisturise your skin, they are quickly absorbed and easy to use.

Silver Round Bird Earrings
£120.00 from Oria

brushed silver bird earrings Beautiful brushed sterling silver earrings, designed and made in London.
Diameter approx 23mm.

All the metals, diamonds and coloured stones that Oria use in their ethical jewellery can be traced from the mine to the consumer.

"Rare Breed Playsuit"
£15.00
from Little Green Radicals

'Rare Breed' organic PlaysuitBeautifully soft organic fairtrade cotton playsuit with fun 'rare breed' print on front.

It has popper fastenings on shoulder and inside leg and is available in a choice of 3 sizes suitable from birth to 12 months.

Sari Bag
from £19.99 from Global Seesaw

Recycled Sari bagHandmade sari bag made from four layers of recycled sari material, featuring hand-quilted channel stitching.
Handle is made of heavy duty canvas.
Lined with cotton with an inside patch pocket
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Pull Along Cat & Fish
£11.99 from Naturebotts

Wooden Pull Along Cat & FishCute wooden cat and fish pull along toy made by EverEarth.
EverEarth toys are made using wood from renewable forests, water based paints and recycled packaging.
Suitable from 18 months.

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)

Sampler Set - 4 Party Peaces
£14.99 from Evolve

Bodycare sampler set from EvolveSet of four 50ml bottles of luxurious bodycare products: a body wash, body polish and 2 body creams.
Evolve will donate 50% of the profits from the sale of this set to Peace One Day, a charity dedicated to furthering World Peace.

Raw Beauty Gift Set
£52.59 from Raw Gaia

Raw Beauty organic skincare gift set from Raw GaiaGift set containing cleanser, toner, moisturiser and clay mask, to leave skin feeling and looking clean, smooth and radiant.
All products are made with 100% natural, organic, vegan ingredients, through a low temperature process, so they retain all their life energy, antioxidants, minerals and vitamins.

Roll On Perfumes
from £8.49 from Daisy Diva

Natural perfume roll onEach of the five perfumes in Daisy Diva's range takes over a month to make, to give time for the essential oils to blend and infuse into each other.
They are supplied in a handy 10ml roller ball bottle, which is perfect for slipping into your pocket or handbag on a night out or when travelling.

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+

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).

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.

Ultimate Selection Pack
£16.00 from Mzuribeads

Starter pack recycled paper beadsGreat starter pack containing nearly 100 recycled paper and natural beads in various shapes, colours and sizes.

A lovely gift for a 'crafty' person or any lover of bead jewellery.

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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Moon Crater Bathrobe
from £30.00 from Piccalilly

Children's organic cotton bathrobe from PiccalillyGorgeous organic cotton velour bathrobe with cute bunny ears and a super soft organic cotton jersey lining to the hood, ears and belt.
Its perfect for wrapping up little ones on cold winter evenings, and is available in blue and pink spotty versions, and sizes 1-2 & 3-4 years.

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.

7 Piece Mineral Foundation Kit
£27.99 from Manhattan Minerals

Mineral foundation / eyeshadow kitGreat value mineral make up kit containing full size pots of foundation, concealer, finishing powder, 2 eyeshadows, kabuki brush and instruction card.
Choose shades from the entire Manhattan Minerals range.

Orozoa B Cuff Bracelet
£12.00 from Juzi

recycled cuff braceletUnusual cuff bracelet comprising long beads made from a combination of recycled magazines and bottle tops, interspersed with black seed beads.  Strung on elastic, so one size fits all.
Every bead is unique and therefore colours vary.

Hemp Chunky Bag
£18.99 from Wildweaves

Hemp cross-body bagChunky shoulder bag, with adjustable length strap, so it may also be worn across the body.
Made from hand loomed Wild Nepali Hemp, trimmed and lined with cotton. Only azo-free dyes are used.
Fastens with a wooden toggle over 2 zipped pockets.

star buySkincare Starter Kit
£10.00 from Trevarno Skincare

Organic Skincare Starter Kit from Trevarno A great little starter kit containing trial sizes of four of Trevarno's organic skincare products, usually retailing at £20.
Kit contains 30ml bottles of cleanser and toner, and 10ml pots of day cream and night cream.

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.

Fair Trade Washbag
£9.95 from Chandni Chowk

Wash Bag Hand block-printed fair trade cotton washbag with a plastic lining and 4 internal pockets to hold your toiletries.
The outside is quilted with a coordinating thread, and it measures approx 21 x 13 x 11cms.
Choose from a large range of different prints.

 

'Vegan Apoteke' Ultimate Collection
£52.50 from Henry Tianus

Vegan Apoteke skincare from Henry TianusComplete collection of Henry Tianus' 100% animal-free vegan-friendly skincare products.
Contains cleansers, moisturisers and eye care, which are gentle enough for sensitive skins, pregnant women and new mums.

 

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 buyStylish Tank Top
from £25.00 from Re-Jigged

Boys recycled tank topGorgeous boys tank top, part of a large range of children's clothes handmade to order in Herefordshire from recycled adult clothes.

Available in various sizes suitable for 0 - 10 years.

Hemp / Bamboo Pashmina
£15.00 from Pickled Green Clothing

Hemp / Bamboo PashminaGorgeous finely knitted pashmina made from a super soft hemp/bamboo fabric.

It measures approx 175cm x 60cm and is available in a choice of six beautiful colours.

Fair Trade Chiffon & Bead Necklace
£25.00 from The Sussex Bead Shop

Fair Trade Chiffon & Bead NecklaceUnusual necklace made by inserting recycled glass beads inside a coloured chiffon tube, and alternating them with ceramic beads.
The chiffon can be tied to the required length.


Fair Trade Block Puzzle
£10.50 from Small & Green

Fair Trade Block PuzzleChunky block puzzle which turns into six delightful farm pictures and comes presented in a lovely wooden box frame.
Made from rubber wood sourced from exhausted rubber plantations that are replanted every 10 – 15 years.

Divine Delights - Fairtrade Chocolate Fruit & Nuts
£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 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!)

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.

Slouchy Merino Jumper
£34.99 from Babies in Sheeps Clothing

Slouchy Merino JumperSoft & snuggly hand knitted slouchy jumper.
Comes with a button fastening at the neck for boys, or with a pretty ribbon for the girls.

Available in 4 pretty colours and 2 sizes (0-6 and 6-12 months).

Mother of Pearl Photo Album
£14.99 from Butterfly Treasures

Fair Trade mother of pearl photo albumPretty Fair Trade photo album covered in ivory satin fabric. The front is padded and decorated with mother of pearl and beads.
Contains 25 handmade paper pages with tissue inserts, held together by a chiffon ribbon.
Each page measures approx 16cm x 21cm.

Rosa Fina Face & Decolletage Oil
£26.95 from Barefoot Botanicals

Natural Face & Decolletage Oil Light, easily absorbed face & decolletage oil containing 100% ethically-sourced, plant derived ingredients, including rosa mosqueta, a natural source of tretinoin and omega 3 & 6.
A lovely oil, perfect for blemished, tired and prematurely aged skin.

Reclaimed Cotton Shopper Bag
£9.00 from Annie Greenabelle

Reclaimed Cotton Shopping BagPretty shopping bag made from reclaimed cotton fabric, and fully lined.

Available in short and long handled options, and various different prints

Getting Started Gift Set
£36.00 from Purely Mineral

Mineral make up kitMineral make up kit containing a 5g pot of mineral foundation, 2g pots of blusher and 5g synergy blend make up base, and a kabuki brush.
Enter promo code NOV10 at checkout to get a special 15% discount, reducing the price to £30.60

Mineral Bath Soak
from £12.00 from Botanicals

Mineral Bath SoakNatural Himalayan crystals, with Dead Sea salts and minerals, to soak away the stresses and strains caused by today's non-stop life-style.
Available in a choice of natural fragrances: Himalayan Rose or Sandalwood & Marjoram.

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.

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.

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.

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.

star buyNelly Elephant Felt Backpack
£9.99 from The Fair Trade Store

Elephant Felt Backpack Fun little Fair Trade felt backpack handmade in Nepal from 100% wool felt. There is a small zipped pocket under the front flap, which is lined with black cotton.

An ideal gift for toddlers.

Usiku Organic Bath Oil
£35.00 from Jo Wood Organics

Organic Bath OilLuxurious, highly concentrated organic bath essence combining the soothing, relaxing properties of cedarwood and vetiver with cardamom and ginger to warm the heart and lift the spirits.
Perfect for soothing those winter aches and pains.

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'.

Fair Trade Ostrich Shell Bangle
from £20.00 from This Fair Earth

Ostrich Shell bangles Beautiful and unusual bangles made by setting individual ostrich shell pieces by hand into an exclusive tinted grout.
The bangles are available in 2 styles, 3 widths and 7 different colours, giving a huge range of options to choose from.

My Little Box of Boo Boos
£15.99 from Boo Boo Baby

baby toiletries gift boxCute gift box containing four travel / trial size award-winning natural skincare goodies for baby's delicate skin. All wrapped up in a
Cute gift box.
Contains baby lotion, top-to-toe wash, bubble bath and soothing bottom butter.

star buyFair Trade Paisley Ruched Scarf
£18.95 from Natural Collection

Paisley Ruched ScarfThis soft fair trade scarf with a pretty paisley pattern, comes in a choice of three gorgeous colours, and is ruched for extra shape and body.

Measures 210cm long x 75cm wide.

Palm Leaf Plate / Side Plate Pack
from £6.49 from Pipii

Palm Leaf PlatesHaving a party?
These reusable plates are crafted from natural waste materials and are 100% biodegradable and compostable.
They are suitable for both hot and cold food, and eventually will totally decompose in your garden waste.
2 sizes: 24x24cm and 17x17cm

Organic Cleansing Balm, Spritz & Elixir
£18.00, £15.00 & £25.00 from Hubble Bubble Organics

Organic face care from Hubble Bubble OrganicsA selection of three gorgeous 100% organic facial skincare products from Hubble Bubble Organics.
The cleansing Balm and Elixir are also available in smaller travel / sample sizes.

 

'Wake Up Happy' Organic Night Cream
£12.50 from OV Naturals

organic night creamRich organic night cream containing OV's signature blend of Jasmine, Ylang Ylang & Sweet Orange essential oils.
It hydrates, moisturises and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, leaving you feeling radiant when you wake.

Coconut & Sea Bamboo Coral Necklace
£17.95 from Natural Creations

Coconut & sea bamboo coral necklace - redChunky fair trade necklace made from multi strands of coconut shell beads and sea bamboo Coral chippings.
The necklace fastens at the back with a coconut button, an extra benefit for all those allergic to metals.

Organic Starter Pack
£12.99 from Beaming Baby

Organic Baby Wipes and Toiletries from Beaming BabyCertified organic and Vegan Society approved baby starter pack presented in a compostable cardboard box.
Pack contains full size 250ml bottles of baby lotion, shampoo and bubble bath; and a pack of 72 organic biodegradable flushable wipes.

Lavender Collection Gift Set
£22.99 from Mary Jean

Lavender bath packThe delicious fragrance of lavander greets you as soon as you open the lid of this attractive silver gift box.
It contains a lavender soap, lavender body butter, 2 bath bombs, a soap dish and a face cloth.

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.

Twiggy Necklace
£54.00 from Pride & Grace

18k white gold plated 'twiggy' necklacePretty 18K white gold plated necklace. Pendant measures 28mm x 18mm and contains a 6mm round brilliant cut created diamond.
All proceeds from sales are donated to the children's charity 'Children On The Edge', offering education and care to keep girls in trafficking hot-spots safe.

Fair Trade Key Ring Purse
£3.50 from Tribal Mango

Leather Key Ring Purse with Butterfly DesignCute mini leather key ring purse with butterfly design to the front.
Makes a great gift for a child, but is also handy for adults too for keeping coins safe for parking or for supermarket trolleys etc. The purse measures 4.5cm x 5.5cm and is fastened with a press stud.

Oliv Spa Gift Set
£25.00 from Amarya

La Claree Spa Gift SetEverything you need to create an organic Spa experience at Home.
The kit includes Ecocert certified gentle organic body scrub 200ml,
relaxing body oil 100ml and face mask 75ml, together with a sweetly scented candle.

Red Door Fragrance Tureen Jar Soy Candle
£14.99 from Sentelle

Soy Wax Candle JarOne of 12 fragrances in the Tureen jar range of highly scented soy wax candles from Sentelle.
Soy candles are made from hydrogenated soybean oil, extracted from soya beans. They are clean burning and slow burning too.
3 other ranges of candles are also available.

Baby Gift Set
£15.99 from Earth Friendly Baby

Earth Friendly Baby Gift Set Pretty organza bag containing Earth Friendly Baby Organic Chamomile Shampoo / Bodywash, Red Clover Diaper Care Cream, Natural Unscented Baby Massage Oil, a flannel and a cute little soft toy.

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.

 

How to Make a Cloak
£9.00 from DIY Couture

How to Make a CloakOne of a series of books containing detailed instructions on how to make your own clothing.
This one shows you how to make various variations of the standard cloak, inluding versions with hoods, collars and asymmetric hems.

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.

Zoya Sparkle Nail Polish
£9.25 from Lucy Rose

Zoya Sparkle Nail PolishZoya Nail Polishes (Lacquers) are free of toxic Toluene, Formaldehyde and DBP, and they offer a large range of colours and finishes.
We love this Sparkle Gloss, which can be used alone or over any other colour to add a delicate shimmer.
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14" Luxury Willow Hamper
£29.95 from The Bakewell Soap Co

Toiletries HamperLovely hand woven willow hamper containing a selection of goodies from the Bakewell Soap Co.
Includes citrus bathing salts, body butter, orange clove & cinnamon soap, nail brush, shower scrunchie and 2 mini festive candles.

Crystal Nail File
£10.95 from One Stop Natural Shop

Crystal Nail File & CaseDouble sided glass nail file decorated with coloured crystal motifs.

It is supplied in a black velour pouch, or you can purchase a hard case for £5.95.

Beginning Travel Kit for Mother
£25.00 from Naturisimo

Maclaren Beginning Travel Kit for Mother 6 travel / sample sizes of organic skincare treats for mums and mums to be.

Includes belly balm, massage oil, leg lotion, bath & shower elixir, bath milk and facial mist.

Triple Blue Stone Adjustable Ring
£13.00 from Fair Grounds

Mexican silver ringA fairly traded chunky ring designed and produced in the villages around Taxco in Mexico by women of the local community.
The mosaics are made from Mexican stone, including stabilised turquoise and also abalone, and the silver comes from small scale local mines
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Himalayan Wild Nettle Shawl
£42.75 from Wildweaves

Hemp cross-body bagCrafted by hand, from the harvesting of the nettles right through to the finished shawl, this delicate hand crocheted shawl is the perfect accessory to wear to a party or special evening out.
Size: width 62cm x length 216cm approx.

Organic Mulling Spices
£4.99 from Hambleden Herbs

Mulling SpicesHambleden Herbs sell a great range of teas, herbs and spices, all of which would make lovely stocking fillers.
We particularly liked this little box containing 5 pouchettes of mulling spices to add to wine, cider or juice for a warming festive drink.

Rent a Christmas Tree
from £49.00 from Christmas Tree Man

Rent a Christmas TreeThis year, why not rent a Christmas tree, rather than buying one. The tree will be delivered to your door in a pot with some feed to keep it healthy and when Christmas is over it is picked up from you and returned to the ground.
Species available are Fraser Fir, Nordmann Fir and Norway Spruce.

   

 

 

     
 
 
   
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