Monday, 5 December 2011

Tis the Season to be Sustainable

Add some kindness to your gift giving this year with these cruelty free and eco-friendly picks from Kindness by Design:

Eco Kids of All Ages

Ni-night Newborn Gift Box from Naturally Gifted - Inside this sweet gift pack are organic baby clothes, calming balm, a Peter Rabbit book as well as a fairtrade + organic bunny :D
Wyler Softie by The Little Sparrow - Gorgeous and quirky fairtrade cotton toy made in Nepal
Rabbit Stag Print Boy's Tee by Stella McCartney - 100% organic cotton and 100% cute!
Reversible Multi Coloured Sun Hat from People Tree - 100% organic cotton. Love the bright colours, perfect for baby's trip to the beach
Children's Owl Belt by Hip Brown - Delightful vegan owl belt
Organic Pinafore by Little Bird, Little Bird - This extraordinarily beautiful pinafore was made using solar power!
Whales Sketchbook from EcoJot - Magical marine-themed sketchbook for arty kids. Both the paper and board is made from 100% post-consumer waste
Blocks by Green Toys - Beautiful blocks to boost your child's mind! Made from 100% recycled plastic milk containers and coloured with soy inks. These blocks won the "Cool Mums Pick of the Year 2010"
Bee Good T-Shirt by People Tree - 100% organic cotton
Weedy Sea-Dragon Toy by Eclectic Critters - An eye-catching hypoallergenic toy filled with rice. Learn more about weedy sea-dragons
Colouring Crayon Travel Kit by Handmade Baby - Comes complete with 8 crayons and a colouring pad
Timber Flower Stacker by Grimm's Spiel & Holz - This is a gorgeous room decoration as well as a fun toy for kids. Made from sustainably sourced timber and dyed with water-based dyes and treated with pure vegetable oil
Katie Smock Dress from People Tree - Handwoven cotton dress made by skilled artisans in Bangladesh
3 Little Ones Organic Baby Skin Care Set by Bottoms Up - Lovely certified organic skin care range for babies. No irritating chemicals!
Ecosaucer Flying Disc from Green Toys - Made from 100% recycled plastic shopping bags. This is old school fun with a new environmental twist!
Sapling Girls Bodysuit by Ettitude - Made from 100% organic cotton and lace under fair trade terms and conditions in India
Aussie Animals Blanket from Wild Bubs Designer Baby Wares - Unique animal prints inspired by Aboriginal artwork
Freezer Pods by Wein Meister - BPA free, these silicon pods are perfect for freezing baby food and milk
Fairtrade Snakes and Ladders Board Game from Ethikl - Delightful hand crafted game made in India, the home of Snakes and Ladders!
"Me...Jane" by Patrick McDonnell - Heartwarming tales from Jane Goodall's youth. Learn more about this amazing conservationist 

Green-minded Girls

Organic Soap Gift Box from EcoCentric - Sumptuous organic soaps that will have you constantly reminding yourself not to eat them ;o)
Home Necklace by Bells for getsneaky - A fun new take on jewellery with upcycled keyboard keys
TNH Leaf Tee by The Naked Hippie - Great looking tee made from 50% organic cotton and 50% recycled polyester with water-based print inking
Coconut and Lime Organic Lip Balm by Absolutely Gorgeous - Transport your lips to a tropical paradise!



Gift Voucher for Annie Greenabelle - Have trouble picking something out for your ecochic friend? Why not grab her a gift voucher for ethical fashion label Annie Greenabelle?






Just Eyes by Herbfarmacy - Organic eye cream made from cornflower and Siberian ginseng
Arches Scarf by Kowtow Clothing - Made from premium fairtrade organic cotton, this elegant versatile scarf can also be used as a shawl and even a hoodie
makeKit D.I.Y. Tote Bag from Harvest Textiles - A fabulous gift for that crafty friend :D
MCMC Organic Fragrances by Anne McClain - Delightful roll-on perfume, perfect size for travel
Brooch by The Social Studio - This joyful brooch is just one of the amazing items created by young refugees at The Social Studio
Mini Bamboo Eco Brush Set from Furless Makeup Brushes - This eco friendly travel kit comes with; a powder brush; a blush brush; 2 eyeshadow brushes; a crease brush; AND a brow/eyelash groomer!
Vintage Brass Pyramid Bijoux Cuff by Stella McCartney - For that super-chic woman in your life
Noma Faux Leather Belt by Matt & Nat - Brilliantly hip vegan accessory, give your outfit some stylish street cred
The Ideal of Calm Is Jumbo Journal from EcoJot - Darling notebook made from 100% post-consumer waste and featuring a fantastic feline quote from French author Jules Renard
Denim Fabric Patchwork Clutch by Bliss Joy Bull - This effervescent clutch is made from mill end fabric and scraps
Turquoise Flowers & Lace Steel Boned Underbust Corset by Purrfect Pineapples - Naughty but nice lingerie from this cruelty-free label. Made with vintage fabrics 

Chaps with a Conscience

Kitty Tee by Hendrick Boards - 100% organic cotton tee with proceeds from each sale going to help shelter animals. Real men love cats!
White Musk for Men Eau De Toilette by The Body Shop - Fresh crisp fragrance for the modern man
Tagua Watch from Knots & Stones - This unique designer watch is made from tagua nut, bamboo and chirilla seeds
iPhone Case by Elvis & Kresse - Made from recycled fire-hose, it's a great choice for the macho man in your life!
Eco Beer Gift Hamper from Naturally Gifted -Features organic beer and tasty organic eatables
Wooden Origami Cufflinks by Polli - Crafted by a low CO2 company and made using sustainable plantation hoop pine
Love Etiko Gift Certificate - For blokes who are hard to buy for!
Eco Abstract Printed Speakers by Eco Nation - Stylish speakers made from up to 80% recycled materials for the music lovers who also love the environment!
Gaia for Men Shave Gel from The Cruelty Free Shop - Made with luscious organic and vegan ingredients
Also check out The Green Man

Purrfect for Pets

Eco-Hip Organic Bamboo Dog Collar from The Animal Rescue Site - 100% biodegradable and a portion of the proceeds go towards green projects
Sally Sisal Mouse Rope Cat Toy from Modern Cat -Cute natural fiber toy for the kitty who prefers their mice to look abstract =^..^=
Organic Dog Treats by Waggy Dog Bakehouse - Healthy tasty treats for pups with 10% of proceeds going towards the Dogs Refuge Home
Thundershirt Calming Dog Wrap from The Animal Rescue Site - This is just what the vet ordered for hounds dealing with harassed nerves during storms and other anxiety invoking canine situations
Wave Lounge Eco Friendly Cat Scratcher and Lounge by Modern Cat - 5% of proceeds go towards cats in need
Orbee-Tuff Adoption Awareness Ball from The Animal Rescue Site - Non-toxic, recyclable and minty fresh ball for hours of doggy fun with an important message
Vegan Pet Shampoo from The Cruelty Free Shop - Made with tea tree oil and Pyrethrum daisy
Scratch'n Pads with Organic Catnip by Imperial Cat - This great kitty fun pack includes scratch pads made from 100% post-consumer recycled paper and certified organic cat nip. With each purchase The Animal Rescue Site donates 14 bowls of food to shelter animals
Squirrel and Acorn Hemp Dog Leash from Muttropolis - Resistant to mold and UV light with an extremely cute design

I Heart Planet Earth Households


Driftwood Bird from Eco Chic - Made from pieces of driftwood washed up on the beach. Bring the outdoors inside!
Chequers Lamp by Phoebe Lamps - A very fun feature of Phoebe Lamps is that you can purchase a variety of paper inserts to change your lamp's look to match a room or occasion! These unique lamps are made from non-toxic recyclable plastic
Recycled Tyre Moroccan Placemats by Ruba - Stunning placemats made from recycled tyres and shoe soles! Love!
Kangaroo Paw Wine Carrier by Stilelemente -Beautiful Australian flora print on a hemp and organic cotton blend by a carbon-neutral designer
Lychee Flavoured Byron Ice Tea by Byron Tea Company - Made in the traditional way with handpicked organic green tea and zero preservatives
Vegan Gingerbread Christmas Cookies by Folk - Delicious gift to take along to Christmas get togethers
Seed Bombs by VisualLingual - The only gardening skill needed is the ability to toss these babies into the air and onto some soil 
Bamboo Salad Bowl by Bambu - This stylish salad bowl has been hand coiled using certified organic bamboo and is suitable for both hot and cold food. Adore this colour!
Vinyl Record Party Tray from Love Eco - Funky and functional these party trays give new life to unwanted LPs 
Help a Family Grow a Grove of Miracle Trees via Oxfam - This gift will allow a family in need to plant their own grove of moringa trees, known for containing antibiotic properties and providing water purification services

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