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Treemendous Gift Idea

Sean — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 20:17:14 +0000

What kind of eco-friendly gift guide would this be without a plant-a-tree type gift? TreeGivers offers a deluxe holiday gift pack that includes:

one young tree planted where you choose
framed certificate of planting
gift card with your special message
free handmade tree ornament
and comes gift boxed and wrapped

The young tree is planted in any state, province or international country of your choice; perfect to commemorate a person (or place) that you want to recognize or appreciate. Everything is shipped and delivered in a couple days, which is why this also makes an excellent last minute gift idea. TreeGivers will accept orders through December 21st for Christmas Tree Plantings.

$55.95

Another gift choice helps those in need in a more direct and eco-friendly way. Trees for Life offers a gift idea that will go on giving; help plant fruit trees that provide a self-renewing source of food in a developing country. At only a $1 per fruit tree planting this can be a very inexpensive gift that makes a big difference. Also more sustainable and efficient than the animal-based gifts available through groups like Heifer Intl.

Recycled Metal Wreath

Sean — Thu, 30 Nov 2006 03:56:28 +0000

Retired street signs become reclaimed art with years of continued use, in the hands of Boris Bally. This recycled metal wreath is just one of his unique creations and would make an excellent green gift for yourself or someone else this year. While each of these wreaths are truly unique from one another, you do get the option of selecting certain color combinations during checkout. I noticed on the product page that the wait time for the green and white wreath (shown here) is longer than all the other colors. So I’d recommend reserving your Signs of the Season by Boris Bally now before it’s too late.

$135

View more of Boris Bally’s “Transit Series” at The Guild. For those on your list with an artistic taste check out The Guild’s Holiday Gift Guide. Gift certificates are also available for those with a more peculiar taste than yours.

Recycled Solar Wreath

Lauren — Tue, 28 Nov 2006 03:34:20 +0000

In the heirarchy of green products, those that cleverly solve two problems at once reign supreme. Not only is this wreath made from recycled plastic, but the lights are powered by a solar cell. To make a smart idea even smarter, it’s daylight-sensing and automatically turns the lights on or off so you don’t waste your solar charge. I’m not sure if it’s just proves that the manufacturer really knows their target market, or to play up the “hippie” allure, but you can choose from the traditional style or a peace sign shaped wreath.

$89

Gaiam also offers gift certificates so recipients can find their own perfect present.

Recycled Circuit Board Tags

Sean — Sun, 26 Nov 2006 19:21:14 +0000

Here is a nice green stocking stuffer for the computer nerd who’s always traveling. A set of 3 recycled circuit board luggage tags complete with blank card in cardholder. These would also make unique, reusable gift tags to place atop technology or eco-friendly gifts.

$12.97

You can complete the theme with these recycled circuit board stocking stuffers as well: Circuit Board Business Card Case ($19.99) and “Circuit Board Coasters In Tin, Set Of 6″ ($17.99).

Recycled Holiday Record Coasters

Lauren — Fri, 24 Nov 2006 17:42:34 +0000

Any glass of eggnog looks better on these limited edition recycled record coasters. They’re made from actual vintage records from the likes of Bing Crosby and Lawrence Welk, and just like them, these coasters won’t be around for long. Start a holiday tradition and bring the recycled record coasters out with the advent calendar. 6 coasters per set.

$18

Uncommon Goods also offers gift certificates in case you can’t decide on the best present.