Stocking Stuffers

The hubs and I decided that this year we would be giving mostly handmade gifts. I have to say it made is feel so much better and the stress level from maneuvering crowded stores has been eliminated. All that’s left are little stocking stuffers and small gifts for co-workers and such. Those I’ve decided to just buy and be done with it. My creativity switch has been turned off. So I thought I would share my top five “green” $20.00 and under stocking stuffer ideas. Say that five times fast.

1. Saffron Rouge has tons of samples and gifts packages all ready to go. The Inara sample canister is at the top of my list for my best friend. Also it’s already basically wrapped. Less work for me=win.

2. Reusable sandwich bags from Etsy are AMAZING. We’ve been cloth lunch bagging it for years but I never really thought about the amount of plastic baggies we were going through. These are awesome because they wipe clean and stay closed. Great for cosmetics and kiddie snacks too. Oh and they’re cute.

3.  Donate to a Charity in someone’s name. Yes it has the potential of coming across as obnoxious or smug but I think it all depends on the charity, delivery and recipient. Honestly many people today have so much more than they need. How about not giving them more crap but instead helping someone in need. When given genuinely, it usually comes across in the right way. It’s especially relevent when a donation is made to a cause close to the recipient’s heart.

4. Bath Bombs from LUSH should come with redeemable coupons for uninterrupted alone time in the bathtub with a glass of wine. Maybe I’m projecting. That is my idea of a perfect gift.

5. Gift certificates to your local resale, thrift or consignment store are a must for the young and old. It’s fun, economical and one of the best choices you can make for the environment. Forget bamboo sheets and $100.00 organic t-shirts. Go to your local Salvation Army. Oh and did you know you can also donate airline miles?

These are just some of the ideas I’ve come up with. I’d love to hear some more. Please share with us your top reccomendations for stocking stuffers.

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