Are you desperate for Amazon alternatives but find yourself defaulting to Amazon for gift-giving? Are you tired of the same gift-giving guides and relatively impersonal feel of Amazon gifts?
I get you. I want to give unique and thoughtful gifts this year without spending a fortune or hours and hours searching for them.
GIRL! I’m making it super simple to support eco-conscious businesses. I’m giving you three ideas and providing you with a list of unique gifts for everyone on your list this season.
Here are three Amazon alternatives to shop this holiday.
Amazon Alternative: Uncommon Goods
I love this site! They are everything their name says they are. Their stock of unique and creative gifts makes finding a distinguished and purposeful gift simple.
They have a great story of how they became one of the first B Corporations. Read more about B Corps and how they support sustainable gift-giving here.
They have done the work for us moms who are shopping for everything and everyone this season. Shop their Christmas gift guides for him, her, kids, teens, stocking stuffers, and more.
A few gifts I’m adding to my list this year are an herb garden and an alcohol infuser beverage kit to level up my food and drink-making in 2023. And how stinking CUTE are these pollinator push gardens?! I mean, this will bring instant smile to anyone’s face, especially anyone mildly interested in gardening. Score.
Amazon Alternative: Etsy
This online makers market is a wonderful way to support artists all over the globe with your gift-giving.
With so many choices, Etsy can be overwhelming. Consider niching down and using search criteria like “made in the USA” if you want to ensure you are supporting local artists.
In addition to all their handmade goods, they are also an excellent source for vintage items. Vintage art, home decor, and clothing make lovely gifts for that tricky somebody with everything. Shop unique clothing pieces for the fashion-ista on your list. Check out my secondhand shopping post for an exhaustive list of other online eco-friendly clothing retailers.
I’ve done you a solid and created a few gift lists, so you can skip the searching and shop my curated lists of art, jewelry, and home goods.
All of the art is reasonably priced and makes for a one-of-a-kind and unexpected gift your loved ones can enjoy for years and years.
The jewelry is versatile and can be incorporated into any style. I gifted the Portuguese explored pendant to a friend who still raves about it.
These home-good items are easy hostess or girlfriend gifts and cute stocking stuffers.
Amazon Alternative: Thrive Market
I highly recommend one if you do not already have a Thrive annual membership. I get all of my pantry items through Thrive. It’s easy to order, they source from eco-friendly companies, and they ship ground which is much better for the environment. My order shows up two to three days after I submit my order.
Beyond supplying food and stable items, Thrive has lots of great items for gifting.
Check out their variety of gift boxes for all of life’s celebrations. Keep them in mind for gifts beyond the holidays. It’s unique, practical, and healthy for your loved ones and environment. I’m in.
Keep these options in mind for teachers, neighbors, party hosts, and friends:
- Candles
- Eo Body Lotion (Bonus, this is a B Corp)
- Bath Soaks and Salts
- Charcuterie Essentials Box
Alllll of the gift guides have already started pouring in from all the big box stores and Amazon. While there are valuable treasures there, let’s do better this year.
Save this post to shop ethically for everyone on your list and to use all year long for all life’s celebrations.
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