Shop Ethically This Christmas

Shop ethically this Christmas with eTHikel

With Christmas just around the corner, are you starting to get some ideas for presents? Do you want to make a real difference this year with the presents you choose? Maybe you want to make some small, ethical changes to how you celebrate Christmas?

Whilst the words “ethical Christmas” may be met with some judgement or confusion, the reality is that you can make a huge difference by making some small changes. Whether you want to buy ethical presents for other people, choose ethically sourced food or simply want to know how you can stick to your ethics during the festive seasons, we’re here to help with our handy tips.

Little changes, big difference

Something to consider when wrapping your presents is the wrapping paper itself. Many of the wrapping paper available on the high street is either lined with plastic or covered in glitter- both of which can’t be recycled. Make sure to check the label before you buy or stick to something simple such as brown paper. You can even go the extra mile and wrap up your presents in old fabric such as a scarf or handkerchief to give it that personal feel they’ll certainly appreciate.

Have an ethical Christmas dinner

Just because you have strong ethics doesn’t mean you have to miss out on the annual Christmas feast! If you’re passionate about waste, then make sure to sit down and plan your food ahead of time. Think about what you want for your Christmas dinner and then work out how you can turn the leftovers into a Boxing Day meal that will go down a treat. If you’re someone who wants to crack down on plastics, then it’s best to avoid supermarkets at this time of year as many of the products are overpackaged in plastics. Instead, try local markets and don’t forget to take your own bags!

Give ethical gifts they’ll love

If you’re looking to give ethical gifts to your loved ones this year, then you could consider shopping locally rather than going to the high street. Supporting local businesses is a great way to give back at this time of year, and you’ll be surprised at what little gems you’ll find.

You’ll also find a range of ethical gifts on our website whether you want to find gifts that are plastic free, refillable, recycled, sustainably resourced or organic. For those who can’t function without their morning coffee, they’ll love the Coffee BugBear 12oz/ 310ml Antimicrobial | Corduroy Cup. This high quality, double walled reusable eco-friendly coffee cup is treated with patented, clinically proven AntiBug antimicrobial protection to keep germs at bay.

If you’re looking to give the gift of jewellery, then anything from Bio-Trimmings is certain to impress. Their gorgeous pieces of jewellery are made from inedible food compounds, mainly from fruit & vegetable components, and are presented with recycled sterling silver.