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Intentional Gifting

It’s the holiday season and you already know what that means – gifts! Gift-giving is like a rite of passage during this time, but what if we could make our gifts not only a source of joy for the recipient but also for the planet?

Gift-giving is more than an exchange of material possessions. It’s an opportunity to express love, thoughtfulness, and gratitude. Intentional gifting goes beyond the surface, urging us to consider the impact of our choices on the environment and society.

Mindful Shopping Tips

Local and Small Businesses

There’s a unique charm in supporting local economies and small businesses during the holiday season. Beyond finding the perfect craft gifts, you become a part of a community, fostering connections and sustaining livelihoods!

Fair Trade Products

Certified fair trade products do more than just fill a shopping bag; they tell stories of artisans and communities around the world. By choosing fair trade, you contribute to a fairer world where workers are treated ethically, and craftsmanship is valued.

Quality Over Quantity

Opt for items that stand the test of time, emphasizing longevity over abundance. By doing so, you not only gift a tangible item but also the value of sustainability and enduring craftsmanship.

Eco-Friendly Wrapping

Transform the way you present your gifts with eco-friendly wrapping ideas. From reusable fabric to recycled paper, multiple creative alternatives make a positive impact!

Personalized Gifts

Add a personal touch to your gifts, making them truly one-of-a-kind. Consider personalized gifts that reflect the unique tastes and interests of your loved ones. Whether it’s custom engraving, monogramming, or a specially curated item, these gifts go beyond the ordinary, creating lasting memories for the recipient.

Thoughtful Gestures

Celebrate the power of small, thoughtful gestures like handwritten notes or acts of kindness. After all, the most memorable gifts are the ones that carry a piece of your heart.

Sustainable Gift Ideas on Greenspoon

Here are a few items you can buy for your family, friends, and loved ones over the festive period!

Wacha Story Christmas Mega Growth Kit & DIY Craft Kit

Wacha Story Kenya is committed to helping you switch to products that are eco-friendly, sustainable, & biodegradable! Their products are creatively handcrafted from recycled materials. Collaborating with them will help in regreening our continent, Africa, and cooling down our beautiful planet, Earth.

These kits come with buildable items crafted from recycled materials to keep both you and the kids busy! Let us celebrate a green Christmas this year!

Gift Crate

This groovy little wooden crate is the perfect way to present your foodie friends and family with a selection of wonderfully tasty treats! To make it into the best hamper ever, simply pick the items you would like to include and add the crate we’ll pack it beautifully with a note card and send it across to the recipient.

Msambweni Mini Kikapu

Our Mini Kikapu is here for small tokens of appreciation. Perfectly sized for a bottle of wine + some cheese or chocolate, or a small selection of cheese and biscuits, or coffee and chocolate for the special people in your life.

Greenstem products

Green Stem sources agro-waste throughout Kenya and beyond (sugar cane, palm, bamboo, banana, and kraft liner paper) and uses them to manufacture toxic chemical-free, compostable food-grade packaging increasingly demanded by ultimate food and perishable product consumers. We stock their compostable bowls, plates, and spoons!

Cookswell Seedballs

Looking for a gift for that person who has everything? You can’t go wrong with this choice. Cookswell seedballs are innovative conservation tools that encapsulate indigenous tree seeds within a protective shell made of charcoal dust. These seedballs serve as an effective method for reforestation and ecosystem restoration. The charcoal coating shields the seeds from harsh environmental conditions and predators, enhancing their chances of germination and successful growth.

Cocogrow Koir Doormat

The perfect blend of style and functionality for your home entrance! Say goodbye to boring, ordinary doormats and say hello to a whimsical and fun addition to your doorstep.

Made from the finest quality coir fibers, the Cocogrow Koir Doormat offers durability that can withstand even the busiest foot traffic. Its natural coir construction not only makes it eco-friendly but also provides excellent dirt-trapping capabilities, ensuring that your floors stay clean and pristine.

The Nuts About Nutrition Cookbook

Brimming with fabulously healthy ideas around food, and how to increase your intake of goodies, Heather’s cookbook makes a perfect gift for the holidays.

Grounded Full Baby Bundle

Grounded Kenya has come up with a special bundle consolidated with lots of love for your baby. It is a full line of Baby products with everything you need to keep your home and children safe from toxins. Grounded products are 100% natural, safe, and made in Kenya. If you know of any new or soon-to-be parents, this gift would be perfect!