Earth Day: 4 Etsy Sustainable Shops

 

Happy Earth Day!  These four Etsy makers celebrate Mother Earth every day with their organic ingredients, sustainable practices, and  eco-friendly materials. I searched Etsy's  thousands of shops.  These four made the cut thanks to their style and what they do for the world. Be sure to check them out.  These small businesses appreciate your support, and just might do a happy dance after each sale.

 

 ~ Bombay Bongo ~

Home of Fair Trade Handmade Jewelry. These one of a kind creations have been handmade by talented low income artisans in India. They create happy and unique pieces!

 

 Kantha Isle Necklace

This Fair Trade layered statement necklace features  upcycled cotton sari fabric. The beads start off as reclaimed wood, then  are covered in the sari fabric.  $78

Bombay Bongo 

 

 

Bead & Chain Cluster Necklace

Sustainably made from the same  repurposed and recycled sari  cotton by artisans in India. $25.

 

 

 Fair Trade Long Necklace 

And for those who prefer a long necklace, this style is made with the same fabric. It is a statement making 74 inches long! $27

 Bombay Bango

 

 Follow The Sun Stone Co.

 The owner and designer, Meg, at this Etsy Shop, loves the beach. It's her happy place. What started as a way to show gratitude to friends with her "strength stones" and sea glass necklaces, soon became a jewelry business. Her success couldn't happen to a kinder person.

 

Her jewelry can be found in New England gift shops and her own Etsy shop . She designs her creations with the world in mind, by repurposing sea glass and found beach pottery.

 

 

 Sea Glass Hoop Earrings 

Each pair is homemade from genuine sea glass and recycled glass beads. The 18K gold plated stainless steel is strong and lightweight. Meg even recycles her packaging materials.

 

Natural Beach Stone Necklace
This 34"-36" long necklace is designed with natural beach stones and recycled glass beads. It makes a beautiful gift for a beach lover. She will get strength from holding onto the naturally mooth stone. It all hangs from a waxed cotton cord. $27

Follow The Sunstone Co. 

 

 

 Beach Pottery Hoops 

Inspired by the sun and sea,  Each pair is made with an unique combination of ceramic beach pottery and recycled glass beads. You may choose natural steel or gold plated. These are the earrings to wear with everything! $26

Follow The Sun Stone Co 

 

 

 

  – Sustain & Heal –

 These beautiful papers are "Made by fair trade certified artisans in Bangladesh with locally grown Jute fiber.  Jute is durable and great for folding—envelopes, envelope liners, couture gift wrapping, origami, drawer liners, wall art and much more. Purchases support childrens' educations, concrete houses, fresh water wells and much more for villages in Bangladesh."

 

I have used this paper many times. It is luxurious, thick, and easy to work with. I must say that it looks gorgeous under a Christmas tree. Your gifts will look even more special!

 

These artisans do one thing, and do it well ~ make paper! These marble papers come in 29 colors One is more lovely than the last one. Prices are 5 sheets for $33

Sustain and Heal. 

 

~ Meadow Soap Company ~

 You will find handcrafted goat milk soaps & solid dish soap in this lovely shop. They create small batch, intentional self-care soaps & gifts. Everything is colored and scented naturally. Goat milk is so good for our skin and body! This shop is not only pretty, it's good for the earth and ourselves. Visit Meadow Soap's Etsy Shop

 

 

Handmade Soap Gift Set
 A beautiful gift of self care for yourself or anyone. It's 100% natural and contains olive oil, raw goat milk, coconut oil, castor oil, essential oils, tallow, and botanicals. Your choices of scents are Clementine, Honey Bee, Pure Lavender and many more. $31

 Meadowwood Soap

 

 All Natural Solid Dish Soap

 This makes so much sense. No plastic involved. Materials: coconut oil, castor oil, essential oils, citric acid, sodium hydroxide, water. You even get to pick your scent!  Priced from $12.98  to $24.98

Meadow Soap Co. 

 

 

Lavender Lemon Bar Soap With Sisal Bag

The scent is said to be both uplifting and calming. It is made prettier with a sprinkle of lavender and jasmine. Gorgeous!

$10

Meadow Soap Co.

 

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Wrap Things Up Etsy Style

 

Etsy is a stylish source for many things. I always depend on them for luxe party goods and wonderful wrapping paper. Make this year the one you elevate your gifts with unique paper and pretty ribbons.  Find inspiration here!

Harlequin Wrapping Paper
Black and white certianly can work for the holidays in the right room! Add a branch of red berries for a pop of color.

House Of Parlington at Etsy

Embroidered Initial Santa Sac

How darling! Order one for every child, grandchild, and family member. It becomes a cotton keepsake. Choose your bag color and wrap things up!

The Little Moment Shop

Luxury Golden Gift Wrap

This paper will bring any gift to life, with the 3D characters. Itt's pricy, but for a special gift, it's fabulous!

Opal Luxe Empire Etsy

Mocha Wrapping Paper

I love matching my gift wrap to my decor, especially the colors. This shade of brown is so elegant. You have your choice of matte or a glossy finish. Really lovely!

Etsy

Animal Print Wrapping Paper

How fun is this? You can buy one pattrn or all three. It's a sophisticated presenentation of gifts.

Merak Design at Etsy

Art Deco Black & Gold

So elegant and can be used for more occasions than the holiidays.

Wrapped Studios

Paper Purse Gift Bags Set Of 8

A gift bag is a super easy way to present a gift. These are so fun for the women in your family or a girls night in (or out) holiday party.

Etsy

Velvet Ribbon

Love the finished edges. There's an array of colors like, coffee bean, ocher, redwood and more. 

Ingenue Studio

Dachshund Wrapping Paper

Some of you need this. You know who you are.

Blush Bloom Craft 

Designer Plaid Personalized Paper
Those who know, know. Perfect for the fashion crowd.

Etsy

Chandelier & Bows Paper

One of my favorite shops for wonderful wrap! Love the fancy and festive feel of this pattern.

Ruby Stripe at Etsy

Pink Oh Christmas Tree Paper
Hand illustrated on the loveliest Paper. My mother in law always wrapped presents in pink. It looks beautiful in the right room

Ruby Stripe

Illustrated Name Tag

Complete the look with these pretty paper tags.

Ruby Stripe

Antique Silk Ribbon

Beautiful with the paper below. It's very special. You will love all of their ribbons

Dutchess Trading at Etsy

Handmade Fairtrade Marble Paper

Every year I order some of this paper. It is just the right weight, and never flimsy. It has the prettiest deckle edge, and is made by fair trade artisans in Bangladesh. You can also use it for drawer liners and printing, too. Many other colors available.

Sustain  & Heal at Etsy

Marbled Paper

Traditional with a swirl.

Wrapped Studios

Wired Reversible Satin Ribbon

I love working with wired ribbon. It makes the most beautiful bows. It's nicely priced.

Etsy

Paris Facade Wrapping Paper

This Parisian paper will bring back memories of shopping in Paris!

Decor Amore Designs

Wes Anderson Scalamandre Zebra Masai Wrapping Paper

For that decoratrer look. A classic that's so fun for the holidays. Available in matte or glossy.

Etsy

Damask Wrapping Paper

Choose your paper finish and add a touch of elegance to your holiday home.

House of Parlington at Etsy

Red Toile Paris Holiday Paper
Toile is always elegant. Add a bit of Paris and it becomes romantic. 

Wrap Tale Studio

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Chic Host Gifts For Fall

Those autumn invites will come sooner than you think. A dear friend was just speaking about her "gift closet." Do you have one? It's a place where you put away little gifts all year long. This way, you are always prepared for the next invitation. With prices starting at only $3.95, you can afford to gift with style.

10 Organic Madagascar Vanilla Beans

Perfect for the baker! $11.04

Amazon

Kitchen Trio
What a delightful gift! The perfect gift for a sparkling and scented kitchen. Choose from four scents. In the set: Hand Wash, Dish Soap, and Surface Cleaner. I would love any of these. $75. But you can find other combinations for less.

Homecourt

Sugarfina Bourbon Bears Set 

Candy for grownups. These are too cute not to serve or gift. Gift these to your favorite Bourbon Buddy or mixologist. $38 Ships for free from..

Nordstrom

Set of Three Velvet Pumplins

Pumpkins this pretty will be treasured for years. This Etsy shop is having a sale now, and the set is only $32.99. Other colors available. Free Shipping!
Etsy

Wooden Server Set
Artisan made, these chef's tools are both practical and pretty. $21.

Amazon

Pastificio Del Colle Pasta
For the cook. Who doesn't love pasta? Your host will have so much fun with these Italian handmade noodles ready for boiling. Priced $10 - $28. Ships for free from.....

Bergdorf Goodman

Truffle Mushroom Condiment Gift Set

For the gourmand in your life. It's a luxe gift for the home chef. $58
Shop Terrain

Peluso Tin Box Cookies

Artisinal Sicilian Almond Coookies flavored with orange, lemon, mandarin, pistachio and hazelnut cream. All made in Italy. Included because of the pretty presentation and rave reviews. $50

Bloomingdale's

Foundations Marble Trays

Marble elevates everything. These chic trays are simple and sophisticated. Priced from $38- $58.

West Elm

Bubbly Wrapping Paper & Tags

Remember that when it comes to gift giving. Presentation is important. This paper and tag will elevate any host gift.

Dear Annabelle

Betty Smoked Glass Tealight Candle Holder

A modern take on a classic. When grouped in multiples, these create a moody glow. At $3.95 each, you can afford to go big with this gift.

CB2

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