Ever felt like you want to gift someone something less wasteful? With Rakhi and Diwali around the corner, and Corona here to stay, there are still ways we can gift loved ones conscious items that they will actually use. Unlike most gifts that lie in the house because they serve no purpose, here is a list of products that could make quarantine more fun and lively.
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Steel Straws+Cutlery set
Even though going out is stunted right now, a portable set of cutlery is a great gift. If it's in your bag every time you step out, tt serves as a constant reminder not to reach for the plastic disposables. Who is your most junk food craving family member?
Fruit/Vegetable Bags
This is the one constant that someone will always use, to reduce waste whether or not we are locked down. They're the kind of gift that people don't realize they need. You can even make some yourself. Bento bags are great for fruits and vegetables too.
This produce bag kit from Biomimic Theory is on sale, till Plastic free July!
Something Handmade
The most zero-waste gift. With so much time at home, there are so many things that can be made from scratch. Almond butter from almonds, Cotton Rounds, Cutlery kits. Better yet, you can gift this in reusable packaging that you have at home.
Gift cards
Gift cards are a great way to ensure someone is buying only what they want or need. I find that sometimes brands don't have gift cards available on their website. I am sure you could just send them an email or Instagram DM asking if they can make an exception.
Essential Oil set
Know someone who loves making things at home? A set of essential oils is a great gift for people who make cleaning supplies, beauty products, or have oil diffusers at home.
Seeds to grow
What better time is there, to grow herbs and vegetables at home. Seeds to plant are a great gift. They're a great way to save money, and have herbs handy whenever you need them!