Sustainable Christmas Gift Guide

Get ready to sprinkle some seasonal holiday magic with our Christmas giving guide. This year, we’re all about gifts that make your home and garden more eco-friendly. From cozy indoor essentials to garden goodies, our guide is packed with thoughtful, planet-friendly options. Give and grow this holiday season, one green gift at a time.

What makes a gift sustainable?

Besides being made from eco-friendly materials, we look for products that meet one or more of the following criteria when searching for the perfect gifts to feature in our guide:

• Made from local, recycled or repurposed materials
• Gives back to the environment or helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions
• Is fully compostable at the end of its lifespan

We think you’ll agree, these products are worth sharing!

Gifts under $50

Beeswax candles

Nothing lights up the season like pure beeswax candles. We love the fragrance and the quality of light, and appreciate the absence of toxins. Pictured above are green paired tapers, along with our sculpted pine cone candles, available in three sizes. Made in the USA.

Fermentation kit

Enjoy the simple pleasure of making crisp, naturally fermented pickles at home with this easy, vinegar-free kit. It includes a reusable glass jar, airlock lid, fermenting weight and salt — everything needed to create delicious probiotic pickles with minimal waste. Also available in two other flavors.

Reusable glass coffee cup

Love your daily java but worry about the trash produced? Kick the waste habit with a reusable cup that protects your hand from the heat while preserving all the flavor. Available in two sizes and eleven colors. Perfect for brewed coffee, lattes, and teas. Made from high quality borosilicate glass

Bamboo cutting boards

Looking for a gift that epitomizes usefulness? Cutting boards made from sustainably harvested bamboo are both practical and elegant. Hand finished with natural, food-safe wood oil, these cutting boards are sturdy and beautiful.

Gifts under $100

Wall mounted trellis

Does someone on your list want to expand their small-space garden? This elegant wall-mounted trellis made from solid cedar offers a strong yet lightweight support for climbing vines or vegetables. The notched cross pieces create a sturdy lattice that promotes better airflow and reduces disease risk in plants. With included hardware for easy mounting, it’s both functional and beautiful. Available in larger sizes.

Oya Clay Watering Vessel

A timeless, eco‑friendly way to simplify garden watering. Bury this porous clay pot directly in the soil where it will slowly release water to plant roots. Refill every few days, and once plant roots find the oya, they’ll stay hydrated for up to a week. Cut garden watering by up to 70% by using in planters, raised beds or pots. Available in three sizes suitable for patio containers to larger garden beds.

Countertop compost keeper

This sleek square compost keeper makes it easy to collect food scraps in the kitchen. Designed with a filter to reduce odors and a removable inner liner for effortless emptying, it helps divert compostable waste before it even reaches the bin. The compact, durable design encourages sustainable habits and fits neatly on any counter.

Maine garden hod

Another gardening product they can’t live without: leave the dirt and dust behind when you carry or wash produce in this handcrafted basket, made in the USA!

Gifts for the home

All American pressure canner

There’s nothing quite like the real thing. That old saying applies here, with the longest-lasting, most durable canner on the market (pictured above). Our Eartheasy editor has been using the same canner for 25 years, and she inherited it from her in-laws who used it for 15 years before that. Now that’s longevity. Made from cast aluminum with precision machined metal-on-metal seals, the All American canner comes in six sizes and is made in the USA.

Reusable print bags

Elegant and eco-conscious, these botanical-print tote bags fold down into a compact square for easy storage. Made from lightweight ripstop nylon, they’re durable yet feather-light — ideal for impromptu shopping trips, picnics or errands. Straps and bag body are thoughtfully designed for comfort, and the bags come in a variety of nature-inspired prints.

Classic patio furniture

Enjoy timeless comfort with classic patio furniture made from weather-resistant materials. Lightweight yet strong, the poly lumber is impervious to insects, mold, and mildew. Add in comfort, and these are perfect for relaxing, reading or entertaining outdoors. Made in the USA, this furniture combines quality craftsmanship with lasting style.

Sauna Kit

Treat someone to the ultimate wellness gift with this elegant two-person sauna. Crafted from weather‑resistant thermowood and built with a modern, minimalist design, it fits beautifully into smaller outdoor spaces. It includes a powerful 6 kW heater, sauna rocks, lighting, and even a felt sauna hat — all materials engineered for longevity and calm.

Gifts for kids

Recycled cotton baby socks

Spun from recycled cotton yarn, these beautiful baby and toddler socks (pictured above) keep toes warm all day long. As any parents know, two is never enough, so we include five with each order–two pairs and a spare–to make your day easier! Choose from multiple colors and patterns.

Bug hotel matching set

Encourage nature-loving play with this bug‑hotel play set, hand‑crafted from durable wood. The set brings together a tiered “bug hotel” tower plus matching wooden insect figures, designed to spark curiosity about the creatures that help pollinate our gardens. With natural materials and thoughtful construction, it’s a sweet, sustainable gift that gently teaches kids (and adults) about biodiversity and backyard ecology.

Greenhouse and garden play set

Inspire a child’s love of nature with this charming wooden greenhouse and raised bed play set. The mini greenhouse has a hinged door and removable roof panels, while the raised bed includes nine vegetable pieces for imaginative “gardening.” With accessories like a wheelbarrow, compost bin and topiary tree, this durable wooden set encourages eco-minded, hands-on play for ages 3 and up.

Fairytale garden

Spark curiosity and fun with these fairytale garden kits. Based on classic fairytales, The Princess and the Pea and Jack and the Beanstalk, these kits inspire little ones to plant their very own seeds and watch them grow into a fairytale garden!

Gifts for the gardener

Continuous flow worm composter

For the true recycler! This worm composter is an easy-to-use outdoor bin that helps you transform kitchen waste into compost with no nasty odor. A removable tray let you easily access finished compost for harvesting while a spigot provides access to worm tea. Say goodbye to stacking trays with this continuous flow design.

Wooden seed storage box

Every gardener’s dream, this seed storage box with divided compartments neatly organizes and protects your seeds all year long. Made from solid, sustainably sourced wood, it offers a timeless way to store seed packets and keep them dry and safe. The hinged lid ensures easy access, while the natural finish adds a touch of old-world charm — perfect for thoughtful, eco-conscious gardeners.

GreenStalk planter

Lacking space but still wanting to grow your own food or flowers? The GreenStalk vertical planter maximizes your growing area while creating a beautiful focal point in your outdoor space. Available in 5- or 7-tier options, this growing wonder makes gardening possible in as little as two square feet!

A-frame trellis

Elevate the gardening experience with these gorgeously crafted trellises made in the USA from Oregon cedar. Fragrant and sturdy, these trellises are perfect to extend gardening space vertically for crops like peas, beans, tomatoes and more. Clips are included to keep them in place while also making them easy to shift when needed.

Giving from the heart

No matter how you share the gifts of the season, giving sustainably means more for everyone. For more sustainable giving ideas, visit our shop today!