No matter what the season, giving organic gifts is a nice way to show the people on your gift-giving list that you care. With today's concerns over lead in toys, etc., consumers want natural alternatives now more than ever. We have assembled a list of some favorite websites. In addition to organic gifts, these companies offer naturally-made, recycled, and otherwise hard-to-find items - perfect for your gift-giving needs. With the end-of-the-year holidays approaching, you'll want to start your search here.
When you choose to give natural, recycled and organic gifts this year, you are sending the message that good taste can also be good for the environment. Organic gifts give back in many ways; by educating consumers, by providing consumers with natural alternatives, and by giving a portion of their profits to charity.
For the best in organic fruit and nut baskets, visit the following:
Cherrymoon farms organic fruit baskets
A nice assortment of reasonably priced gift baskets for all occasions.
Taraluna.com
has assembled a nice assortment of organic and fair trade gifts for mom, baby, and pet, as well as gifts for the home. Visit their site for articles and links, too.
Spring website, source for green and organic products
Based on the 2,000 square foot San Francisco, California, store, Spring's owner wanted to provide eco-friendly and organic home, personal care, and gift products. Products can be purchased online. It's a website to watch.
Uncommon goods; gifts that give back
We just like the fun items offered by this company, which donates a portion of your order to a non-profit of your choice. Why not buy mom a lavender-scented relaxation set?
Vivaterra.com
Here you'll find hand-crafted, eco-friendly and organic gifts, from chocolate to home furnishings. Browse through their online catalog today.
At Gaiam.com, you can find a wide selection of natural living products for the home (including solar-powered items, organic bedding, and more), as well as organic clothing and yoga and pilates gear. All make perfect gifts. The Catalog is available online.
Kee-ka organic children's gifts
A great-looking website with a cute product; "wearable" messages using organic cotton. They are shipped in biodegradable boxes.
We like the following websites because they allow you to shop for gifts at major stores, with a portion given to a charity of your choice.