Whether you’re a super early shopper or a last-minute cart filler, finding good-quality holiday stocking stuffers can be a bit tricky. Most stores have a bunch of plastic clutter and gag gifts they try to market as stocking fillers. The last thing you want is to be stuck with all that random junk that ends up in the trash a few days later.
This year, try to think about sustainable gifts when filling stockings for friends and family. Bamboo is one of the most sustainable materials on the planet and makes an excellent stocking stuffer. Don’t worry if your family tradition doesn’t include hanging your stockings by the fireplace with care. These don’t have to be stuffed in a stocking. They make great sustainable gifts for any occasion!
Bamboo Socks
Socks are a popular stocking stuffer because everyone needs them, especially during the coldest months of the year. While a pack of white cotton socks might be boring, bamboo socks are softer and more sustainable. The bamboo plant uses only a third as much water as cotton and doesn’t need any pesticides to grow. The natural cooling properties of bamboo make it a perfect material for keeping your feet comfy.
My favorite bamboo socks this season are the Plush Lounge Socks from Cozy Earth. I love their set of traditional Christmas colors, but you can pick your favorite color combination for anyone on your list.
Bamboo Water Bottles
Bamboo water bottles are the perfect stocking stuffer because they encourage good habits for your loved ones. More than half of adults don’t drink enough water and staying hydrated is essential for maintaining focus and staying healthy. Choosing a bamboo water bottle will help reduce the millions of plastic water bottles tossed out each year. They’re reusable, but because bamboo is biodegradable and compostable, it will also break down when you’re finished with it.
My pick for a sustainable gift is the O.G. Bamboo Water Bottle from Original Grain. Made from bamboo and stainless steel, it’s super sleek and easy to clean. Bamboo water bottles are a gift of health, style, and sustainability.
Bamboo Flatware Sets
A bamboo flatware set is the perfect stocking stuffer for those who work outside the home. Every year we toss out 100 million plastic utensils and 500 million plastic straws. A reusable bamboo flatware set will prevent all that waste. Bamboo is also a renewable resource and helps the environment by