Christmas is fast approaching, and with it, the pressure to find THE perfect gift. If you're a fan of sustainable development, zero waste, and responsible consumption, it can sometimes be difficult to stay true to your values while also pleasing your loved ones. Don't panic, here's our favorite selection for a greener Christmas!
Whether you're looking for a gift for a creative nephew, a DIY aunt, or the epicurean in the family, you'll find what you're looking for in our top 10 eco-friendly gift ideas for a zero-waste Christmas:
1. A Zeste water bottle guaranteed for life 💦
There's probably someone in your family who still uses plastic bottles... Christmas is the perfect opportunity to give someone a stylish stainless steel water bottle! We love the ones from Zeste, with their sleek aesthetic and wide range of colors.
🎅 To wrap your water bottle in an elegant and sustainable way, choose one of our 75 x 75 cm Furoshiki .
2. A 100% GOOD vegan & refillable perfume 🌺
Finding a fragrance without animal derivatives can be a challenge, but 100BON offers vegan and natural "olfactory bubbles" made in France. These fragrances are "Slow Cosmétique" certified and the bottles are refillable.
🎅 Paké recommends reusable gift wrapping such as a 50 x 50 cm Furoshiki .
3. An educational children's book The Blue Cabin
Educate little ones about protecting the planet while enjoying some quiet time? La Cabane Bleue offers superbly illustrated books, made in France with PEFC paper and a recycled cardboard cover. Ideal for children and adults alike!
🎅 The right size furoshiki to wrap your large format book : Furoshiki 75 x 75 cm
4. An aperitif box of organic Oé wines 🍇
Giving a gift box of Oé organic wines is a way to treat yourself while taking care of the planet. Oé works with winemakers to produce organic, pesticide-free wines with eco-friendly packaging. Perfect for wine lovers!
🎅 Paké recommends wrapping your wine box with a 100 x 100 cm Furoshiki
5. A vegan baking book Marie Sweet & Sour
Leafing through "Ça c'est du gâteau vegan" by Marie Sweet & Sour opens up to 100% vegan recipes, perfect for foodies concerned about respecting animal life. A book to give to fans of layer cakes and cheesecakes!
🎅 To wrap your beautiful recipe book : Furoshiki 50 x 50 cm
6. A Pirouette Cacahouète creative kit for children
Pirouette Cacahouète has been offering creative and eco-friendly games since 2010. Their kits are made from recycled paper and cardboard, made in France, and stimulate children's imaginations while having fun.
🎅 Depending on the size of the creative kit chosen, opt for a small furoshiki 50 x 50 cm or a little larger, a Furoshiki 75 x 75 cm
7. Upcycled solid shampoos Ensème
Ensème uses discarded raw materials, such as fruit seeds, to create organic, zero-waste, vegan solid shampoos made in France. A great initiative to take care of your hair and the planet!
🎅 Our recommendations for packaging your soap: Furoshiki 50 x 50 cm
8. A mug made in France by Les Petites Porcelaines
Support French craftsmanship with the delicate creations of Les Petites Porcelaines. Each piece is unique, handcrafted in Justine Rubira's workshop in Vallauris. Perfect for a refined and unique gift!
🎅 Recommended package: Furoshiki 50 x 50 cm
9. A Yogamatata yoga mat 🧘
Yogamatata's cork and natural rubber yoga mats are not only eco-friendly, but also made with recycled materials. Perfect for yoga enthusiasts or those looking to get started. Enjoy 10% off the entire store with code PAKE!
🎅 Paké recommends that you pack your yoga mat in a fabric bag adapted to the width of the mat, or simply wrap it with a pretty fabric ribbon or jute thread, linen, etc.
10. A committed board game Bioviva 🎲
For family gamers, Bioviva has been designing educational and eco-friendly games since 1996. They're perfect for raising environmental awareness among young and old alike, while having fun. Our favorite: The (almost) zero-waste family.
🎅 Recommended packaging size : Furoshiki 100 x 100 cm
Bonus: Make your gift list on Boonjy ✔️
The Boonjy website offers the ability to create eco-friendly gift lists. A simple and free way to give something useful while avoiding mistakes and waste!
And of course, Merry Christmas everyone!
