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11 Green Gifts of Time to Celebrate the Holiday Season

Diane Pham — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 15:28:06 +0000

Giving someone a great gift they’ll really treasure doesn’t mean dropping a ton of cash. Sometimes the best gift you can give someone is something much less tangible: your time. This year skip the store-bought gifts and give your loved ones a little bit of your time instead. We’ve come up with 11 lovely ideas that are sure to yield plenty of love and memories this holiday season. From cooking them their favorite meal to hosting a movie night featuring all of their favorite flicks, read on for our favorite gifts of time.

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15 Green Gifts That Give Back

Diane Pham — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 16:11:39 +0000

This holiday season, double up on your do-gooding by gifting your loved ones items that that not only do well by the environment, but also give back to the community. There are tons of great organizations and companies out there working hard to bring us products that are not only gentle on the earth, but support important causes and initiatives around the globe. From delicious wines to stylish sunglasses to cute teddy bears, check out these 15 fantastic gift ideas that also give back!

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Make Your Own DIY Green Gifts This Holiday Season!

Yuka Yoneda — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 15:35:08 +0000

This holiday season, skip the consumer madness and get crafty! Why not give your friends and family hand-made one-of-a-kind gifts that you made with a little of your own elbow grease (and we don’t mean the kind you use to knock people out of the way on Black Friday). With so many easy online tutorials available these days, there are many wonderful DIY gifts you can whip up in a jiffy for little to no money, and your gift recipients will be touched that you went out of your way to make something especially for them. From homemade lip balms to home-made DIY texting gloves to terrarium necklaces and ornaments, we’ve got some great make-it-yourself gift ideas in our guide for everyone.

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Eco-Friendly Holiday Gifts for Green Thumbs!

Diane Pham — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 14:20:10 +0000

If you’ve got someone on your list who loves to garden, then ’tis the season to give that green thumb a gift that will help them tend to the world’s plants, flowers and veggies. We’ve rounded up some of the best green gifts for every kind of gardener, from the city-dweller to the suburbanite and everything in between. Check out all of our top picks in our Green Holiday Gift Guide ahead!

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21 Fab Green Gifts for the Home!

Diane Pham — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 20:00:33 +0000

Whether your loved ones live in apartments, lofts, or off-grid abodes, it’s always nice to give them sustainable gifts for that place they call home. We’ve rounded up 21 glorious gift ideas that range from a warm blanket to cozy up with on those especially chilly days to a top-of-the-line programmable thermostat that will help them knock hundreds of dollars off their utility bills— check out all of our green gifts for the home ahead!

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20 Glittering Green Jewelry Gifts to Give This Holiday

Tafline Laylin — Sun, 16 Dec 2012 15:50:18 +0000

We’ve scoured dozens of online stores that offer sustainable, responsible and radiant jewelry and picked 20 of the best for you. From the forget-me-knot ring and starfish cuff to real sugar studs and terrarium necklaces, these gifts are made with love by people who respect the earth. Some gifts are made with recycled materials, like the cardboard ring, while others are made with conflict-free gems left in their natural state. If you want to treat the lady in your life to something truly special this year, then look no further than our carefully-curated gift guide.

16 Inspiring Green Gifts for Girls

Yuka Yoneda — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 20:35:32 +0000

Dolls, ribbons and ponies may seem like the traditional presents to give to little ladies, but today’s modern girl is interested in much more than that. Instead of opting for some of the more staid choices, why not give her a green gift that will cultivate her creativity and perhaps even inspire a future career or passion? If you’re looking for ideas, check out our green gift guide for girls filled with unique and eco-conscious bits and baubles – from a mini farm with visible roots to a dollhouse that teaches all about renewable energy to art supplies made of veggies – that she’ll love.

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15 Great Green Gifts for the Gadget Geek in Your Life

Tafline Laylin — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 16:25:13 +0000

There was a time when only the rich could afford the latest cool eco gadgets – but now there are so many to choose from it’s hard to know what’s good and what’s not. That’s why we’ve put together a sound list of sustainable gifts that the green geek in your life will love. From foldable eco-speakers to a solar-powered Nokero reading light, a water-powered clock and even a tablet stand and keyboard made from bamboo, these gifts are both fun and sustainable. Hit the jump to check out our nifty guide, and feel free to pass it on if you’re so inspired.

20 Cozy Green Knit Gifts to Give This Holiday Season

Tafline Laylin — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 16:00:43 +0000

For those of us living in the northern hemisphere, the holiday season involves cold weather, warm beverages, and cuddly knits to help us stay warm. To help get everyone on your list bundled up and cozy, we’ve put together a green guide of 20 lovely gifts that are both earth and human-friendly. In addition to super soft alpaca glittens and a range of other hats and gloves that protect heads and hands, we’ve included a knitted yoga ball, comfy cushion covers and even gift cards with knitted detailing. It’s a great year to give the gift of warmth, and our handy guide will get you off to a good start.

16 Fun-Filled Green Gifts for Tots

Yuka Yoneda — Sat, 15 Dec 2012 15:30:29 +0000

Trying to figure out which gifts will make the holidays bright for your little ones without resorting to plastic toys from the local big box shop? We’ve taken the guesswork out of the whole process with our Green Gift Guide for Tots filled with sustainable, eco-friendly presents that are just as good for the earth as they are for your kids. From cool crayons that look like rocks to motor skill-enhancing beehive blocks to cute and cuddly squirrel finger puppets, here are 16 of our top ideas for you to choose from.

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14 Green Holiday Gifts For Him

Mike Chino — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:00:01 +0000

Guys can be notoriously hard to shop for, but fear not – our 2012 Green Holiday Gift Guide is here to take all the guesswork out of giving presents to fathers, brothers, sons, and friends. From a set of classic sunglasses made from reclaimed wood to a stylish bamboo wristwatch and a dashing tweed blazer perfectly suited to riding a bike, read on for our top green gifts for him!

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20 Gorgeous Green Holiday Gifts She’ll Love

Yuka Yoneda — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 14:50:41 +0000

Baffled about what to get for the special lady in your life this holiday? Whether you’re shopping for your girlfriend, wife, mom, sis, friend or grannie, our Green Gifts for Her guide has something that every lass will like. From sparkling studs made of real sugar to terrarium necklaces to DIY cheesemaking kits, flip through our whole list for a slew of sustainable gifts she’s sure to love.

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15 Green Stocking Stuffers for Everyone on Your List

Diane Pham — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 15:34:57 +0000

A stocking hanging on the fireplace mantle is a long-standing holiday tradition, but this year you can make it all the more special by stuffing yours full of sustainable gifts. From jingle bell slippers to keep toes warm and toasty all winter to felt mistletoe to help you steal a kiss by the fireplace, check out our green stocking stuffer picks ahead. We’ve even got some “coal” for that kid who’s been naughty this year.

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16 Ethical Gifts for Animal Lovers

Charley Cameron — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 17:50:38 +0000

Looking for a little seasonal inspiration when it comes to buying a gift for the animal lover in your life? We’ve tracked down some of the best (and cutest) in cruelty-free luxuries that are sure to make the most compassionate of consumers happy. With vegan chocolates, cheese and recipe books to sate the palate, cozy fur-free winter boots and soy scarves to stave off the cold and some truly noble causes to donate to, here are 16 of our favorite gifts for animal lovers this year.

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16 Green Gifts Under $50

Yuka Yoneda — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 17:55:06 +0000

Wallet feeling a bit thin? If you’re looking for some eco-friendly gifts that won’t render you a penniless pauper, we’ve got great selection of Gifts Under $50 for you to choose from in our Green Gift Guide. Not only can you avoid the mania at the mall by shopping our guide from home, you’ll also find gifts that are as kind to the Earth as they are on your pocketbook. Check out all of our reasonably priced gift ideas – from a handy and possibly lifesaving solar power charging panel to a cute and quirky water-powered clock – here.

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Awesome Green Gifts For Under $20!

Elliot Chang — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 14:52:54 +0000

Strapped for cash, but still want to WOW everyone with your gift offerings? Shop our Green Gifts Under $20 Guide! Whether you’re shopping for your mom, dad, siblings, better half, kids, friends or co-workers, our Under $20 Guide is filled with beautifully-designed yet wallet-friendly offerings you can peruse right from the comfort of your own home – so click here to check it out.

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18 Wag-tastic Green Gifts for Pets

Diane Pham — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 16:47:19 +0000

While a pat on the head and a bowl full of food are enough to send your pet into a frenzy of happiness, you can still show them just how much you love them by gifting them a little something extra this holiday season. Whether your best friend is furry, fluffy or feathered, we’ve rounded up a bounty of green and sustainable gifts that they’ll love. From fleece hoodies for Fido to a cardboard cabin retreat for your favorite feline, check out all of our green gifts for pets ahead!

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Last Minute Inhabitat Green Holiday Gift Guide: Make Your Own Gifts

Yuka Yoneda — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 23:10:50 +0000

Anyone can go to a store, buy something, and wrap it in some festive paper, but if you really want to show your giftee that you put time and effort into your present, why not make it with your own two hands? Whether you’re a DIY noob or a glue gun-slingin’ craft veteran, we’ve got a bevy of clever make-it-yourself ideas for gifts that will earn you major brownie points. From personalized photo pillows to yummy almond cookies to iPhone texting gloves to garden-filled terrarium ornaments, check out our list of DIY gifts that are just as fun to create as they are to give!

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Inhabitat Green Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts of Time

Diane Pham — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 18:15:40 +0000

If you hate standing in long lines or the thought of adding to the consumer-fueled craze of the holidays makes you queasy, then do one better for your friends and family by giving them the gift of your time! Our busy lives often leave us with little opportunity and motivation to do the things we love, so getting a little of that time back to relax and have some fun is worth more than any gift found under the tree. From making your mom a gourmet meal to offering to babysit to painting a portrait of your best friend, our Gifts of Time Gift Guide has a bevy of great ideas that are also green to boot!

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10 Awesome Green Gadget Gifts for 2011

Diane Pham — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 19:00:14 +0000

If you’ve got a tech geek on your list this holiday season, but are having trouble figuring out what the latest and greatest gadgets are these days, then look no further because we’ve go you’ve covered! We’ve rounded up 10 awesome green gadget gifts for the eco-conscious tech enthusiast — all sure to impress with their cutting edge features and stylin’ good looks. From a sweet Liquid Wood lamp that combines form and function in one clever little package, to this super cool MegaPhone that turns an iPhone into a spectacular sound system, hit the jump for our favorite green gadget gifts!