last minute eco-friendly gifts

Still have a few last minute gifts to purchase for the season?  Will you be decorating a really nice box with a note inside that says, “Your gift is in the mail and on its way?”  Good.  You have come to the right post.  Find some eco-stylish gifts for vegetarian and green loved ones.  They will thank you for it!

The  Jadetribe collection of handbags and accessories is fair trade and made from recycled materials such as hemp, silk and cotton.  Vegans be on alert as many items contain leather in addition to silk.

Billy Kroft is an artist and carpenter who makes one-of-a-kind furniture and pieces from recycled wood.  Atomic garden sells many of his items.

Seattle-based Prairie Underground makes somewhat casual, distinct clothing for women and can be found at shops around the country and online at sites such as Beklina, Chicaktivist and Fashion Ethic.

Atomic Garden is based in Oakland, California and carries a wide variety of sustainable fashion and accessories. Vegans take note: some items contain animal materials like silk.

Nieves creates handmade natural body care.  Vegans should be fine.

Change your underwear with this fun organic, sustainable cotton line from Wearpact. The company donates 10% of all profits to worthy causes.

Noah stands for “No Animals Harmed.”  These stylish handbags are definitely a must for all vegetarians.  Some of the company profits are donated to the ASPCA.

Escama Studio makes sleek and truly stylish handbags (plus a necklace, brooch and a belt) from recycled aluminum tabs.  The bags are made by a group of artisans in Brazil.

The Joy of Soap is definitely vegan friendly.  Ingredients are derived from plant materials and vegetable oils; they are also organic and sustainable.