Green and Holistic Gift Ideas

How To Be A Green Gifter

Advice Seeker: Dear April,

I've been working on becoming less materialistic this past year and am trying to spend less money and help protect the environment. But Christmas is coming and I want to give my close family and friends gifts; and gifts that they will actually enjoy and appreciate! However, I want the gifts I buy to fit in with the theme of my life and be friendly toward the environment. Do you have any ideas for green gifts I can give at Christmas?

Sincerely,

Green Gifter

April Masini's advice:

Dear Green Gifter

The problem with gift giving at holidays is that all the good gifts have been given! Sweaters, perfume, watches, books, jewelry, champagne -- it's all been done and done and done. That's why the good news for gift giving is holistic and green gifts give gift givers a new arena to explore, buy and give in. And if you believe in holistic health and green goodness, the gifts aren't just doing good for the recipient, they're doing good for the world. Now, that's what I call cause for a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.