Ethical, Sustainable or Handmade Gifts - April's Wish List

Ethical, Sustainable or Handmade Gifts - April's Wish List
This year, we've curated a fun-ready Holiday Collection, as well as a Gifts from $10 selection that should satisfy a lot of your gift-giving needs. But we know there's a lot more out there, and who better to shop around with than your friendly Mata team. We're pulling together some of our favorite giftable items from companies similar to ours - their products are ethical, local, handmade, or sustainable/good for the earth. 
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April's Wish List is all about products that are handcrafted, or made with a consideration for the makers and/or for the earth. She also loves items that support her role as a new(ish) mom!

Here's April's Wish List - she put a lot of thought into this list and included her thoughts and comments throughout. Happy reading!

(similar jacket pictured)

Quilted Jacket from Anchal Project

Naari Cocoon Quilted Jacket | Sustainable Apparel – Anchal Project Gorgeous handcrafted jacket with lots of kantha stitches. I love how the black can work with so many styles, but also how this one is SO eye-catching (it pops up on my IG feed all the time!): Marquise Cocoon Quilted Jacket | Sustainable Apparel – Anchal Project 
 

 

Crossbody Bag from Elevate

DiMarco Crossbody Perfect, hands-free option for anyone, but especially moms who could also be slinging a diaper bag and a kiddo.
 

 

Ceramics from a Local Artist

Joanna Kramer's functional handmade ceramics - fun designs and perfect for everyday use. Small woman owned business from Evanston, IL (where I used to live). I own and use several of her pieces.
 

 

Tea from High Garden

High Garden | IN THE PINES perfect winter tea, a little minty with a hint of pine. I also love her blends for pregnant and nursing mothers!

 

Solar Powered Lantern from BioLite

Luci Base Light - Inflatable, Solar Lantern – BioLite solar powered lantern that collapses (adventure anyone?) and can charge a phone!

Victoria Tunic Dress in Currant Red

This dress is perfect to pair with leggings and a sweater for cooler temps (plus the  functional buttons are great for breastfeeding!)

 

Hand Soap Starter Set from Blueland

Eco-Friendly Hand Soap Starter Set | Refillable | Blueland; foaming hand soaps that come in tabs; just add water! No plastic packaging and a refillable glass dispenser.

Toothpaste Bits from Bite

Fluoride-Free Toothpaste - 4oz – Bite Plastic Tube free toothpaste bits. One small way I try to reduce my plastic usage.

If you're looking for some similar gifts this time of year, we hope you found some good ideas here!