The year flies by, and here we are already thinking about our Christmas presents ! In order to find the ideal gift for loved ones , children, and the person who shares our life, we can continue to think about ecology and ethics. Yes, it is possible all year round not to overconsume and to use clean and sustainable materials to please. So, if you're not yet convinced, we've given you 3 good reasons to choose an ethical gift for Christmas.
1 — Choose an ethical gift by favoring local artisans and producers
If you want to offer an ethical gift to your loved ones, you will quickly realize that you are spoiled for choice around you. Head to the Christmas markets in your region, and discover the artisans who have prepared their stands and their creations with love! Your eyes will definitely light up! This allows you to offer a surprise that will have traveled very few kilometers, and thus make a great gift to your loved ones.
Word of mouth, websites, small local shops: find out quickly about the artisans who are near you, you are sure to find the ideal gift. If you look carefully at the Christmas markets in Switzerland, you may have the opportunity to meet us, especially from 2023. We would really be happy to be able to chat “in real life” with our beautiful community of Wooper's! Come on, we'll give you a (big) clue if you want to see us this Christmas 2022: head to the Christmas market in Montreux .
2 — Offering an ecological gift at Christmas makes it possible to make a beautiful, original and lasting surprise
By choosing to do your gift research with local artisans and producers, you will surely “find” a unique and original gift. An authentic piece which will have been created in a small local Swiss or neighboring workshop. The person who receives your present will have little chance of finding it with someone else and that's how we feel privileged 😌.
An unstoppable way to surprise someone is, first of all, to offer a tailor-made gift, adapted to that particular person. If this technique appeals to you, don’t hesitate to call us! We can create a custom bracelet : whether it's for a child, a friend, a parent or even for your darling (or your lover), the possibilities are endless. You can also write a little text full of love yourself. In terms of originality, it’s a guaranteed success!
3 — Discreetly sharing another mode of consumption: a good reason to choose an ethical gift for Christmas
So, we are not going to lie to each other: we would all like the planet to be better off and for everyone to make a little progress. Nobody is perfect (and we don't ask you!) and everyone acts as they can on their own scale.
But in our wildest dreams we tell ourselves that each little seed planted can give birth to big projects. Now or later, it doesn't matter! The main thing is that we can share our ideas with everyone, in order to be able to change things.
So maybe the basket filled with local products, offered to your aunt will surprise more than one, or the washable wipes that you sewed yourself for your friends will be seen as a product that is too zero waste 😀, but it is sure that you will have planted a small seed with your original ideas for ethical gifts. A nice surprise that will leave beautiful memories!
Discover 5 ethical gift ideas for Christmas
We wanted to give you some gift ideas that could help you make your choice. Because thinking about offering ethical gifts is one thing, but finding THE right idea is another step. So, for you, we made a top 5 unique gifts for December 25th.
- A handmade gift is economical and original: personalized photo frames, a scented candle, soaps, herbal syrups or jams that you would have made yourself. 😋
- You can also choose a gift voucher on our site, this way your loved ones can really choose what they like. And it is valid for many shops, now it is common to offer this type of gift. This is a great way to please others!
- Well-being products such as a box filled with natural and handmade products such as this Trio bath salt , ideal for a moment of relaxation, or a box that you would create yourself: you could integrate essential oils with a nice wooden diffuser . 😉
- Delicacies! You can find what you're looking for with a selection of good local beers, delicious chocolates found in chocolate shops, herbal teas to savor by the fire, or even tasty cookies .
Obviously, the list is far from exhaustive, and at Wooper we are sure that you have plenty of good reasons to choose an ethical gift for Christmas. So, it would be nice if you told us how you are going to please your loved ones this year! We can't wait to read your beautiful ideas in the comments. 😉
