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Gorgeous Gifts That Give Back: This Christmas, Shop Responsibly & Make a Positive Impact!

Not only will your loved ones cherish these, you will also be supporting causes close to your heart.

Gorgeous Gifts That Give Back: This Christmas, Shop Responsibly & Make a Positive Impact!

The end of the year is a wonderful time! With Christmas and the New Year around the corner, it’s time to gift your loved ones something special.

What if we told you that you could create a positive social or environmental impact while sending love to your family and friends?

This year, we have picked ten gifts from our shop that will create a positive social and environmental impact and leave your loved ones touched.

1. Handcrafted Dining Set by Traditional Banarasi Artisans

Be it the newlyweds celebrating their first Christmas together or family friends who just moved into their new home, this dining set is just the right gift.

This set of dining essentials is hand carved in wood by traditional Banarasi artisans. You’ll be supporting this ancient art form, and helping the artisans earn a viable livelihood. And trust us, your friends will definitely approve of your taste!

2. Baby Gift Set Made From Natural-Dyed Organic Cotton

New baby in the family? Want to be their favourite aunt or uncle? Make their first Christmas a memorable one with this two-piece gift set!

A star crib toy and a Dhruvtara print swaddle that will entertain the baby and develop their motor skills and coordination. It promotes creative play, fosters the imagination, and acts as a soft, lovable friend for your little ones.

The swaddle is made from 100 per cent cotton and hand-screen printed using herbal colours from Gujarat. It comes packed in a reusable muslin bag with an interactive game tag, ready for gifting.

When you buy this product, you are promoting the use of organic cotton and natural dyes for your little one. In turn, reducing the use of chemicals!

3. Cruelty-free Cork Fabric Wallet

Now, this one’s for all of you who want to impress your boss or colleague! A gift that’s competitively priced but still makes a good impression–this wallet is the answer to your confusion.

A cruelty-free vegan wallet, it is made of cork fibre and has a stunning Indo-western look. It is low-maintenance and sends out an eco-friendly message.

When you buy this product, you are supporting vegan and chemical-free fabrics! These products employ various communities, and by supporting these products, you become a part of this positive movement.

4. Recycled Paper Notebooks

Have a friend who loves stationery? This set of recycled notebooks is just right for those who can’t get over the smell of fresh notebooks! Made from unbleached and 100 per cent recycled paper, these books have a gorgeous handmade look.

When you buy this product, you are helping save trees and contributing to a cleaner and greener tomorrow!

5. Flower Sand Art Made By Children With Disabilities

Trying to keep your kids busy during the holidays? Get some sand on their hands and their imagination flowing with this kit! You can even make it a family activity!

And here’s the coolest part–the colours have been made from discarded flower petals!

When you buy this product, you are supporting the development of intellectually-disabled children, who have created this product for you!


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6. Naturally-Flavoured Cinnamon Honey

Isn’t it always a struggle to get gifts for parents? Tired of hearing statements like, ‘You didn’t have to’, and ‘We have everything here’?

Well, this year, give them something rare, healthy and delicious! This jar of naturally-flavoured cinnamon honey is sure to make their year-end a little sweeter!

Add some to your morning tea or sip it with a glass of warm lemon water, and see it recharge your body and soul with its healing properties.

When you buy this product, you are supporting numerous small farmers and indigenous forest tribes from diverse regions of the country.

7. Festive Gift Hamper With All-Natural Foods

Trying to figure out a gift that will make the entire family happy as well as satisfy their various health preferences? The Green Canteen Festive Hamper is the answer!

Something healthy for the entire family in a single hamper.

When you buy this product, you are promoting all-natural foods and encouraging a healthy lifestyle for yourself and your recipients!

8. Candy Drops Candles In Aid Of Children With Cancer

Spread some holiday spirit among your friends with these candy drop candles! They’re cute, compact and smell like a dream!

And the best part is helping underprivileged children in their battle against cancer. Proceeds from your purchase will go towards helping children fight cancer with improved food, nutrition and counselling support during their treatment and recovery.

9. Jasmine Festive Hamper Spa Set

What’s different about this gift hamper? It’s a spa in a box!

If you don’t want to spend a huge amount of money or time on a spa treatment, this festive hamper is the perfect solution! Gift it to yourself or your loved ones this festive season!

These products are made from raw materials that are 100 per cent pure, natural, vegan, and free from preservatives and chemicals.

When you buy this product, you’re also casting your vote for environmentally-friendly products that steer clear of non-renewable, petroleum-based ingredients, opting instead for natural ones.

10. Organic Cotton T-Shirts

This New Year, resolve to dress to your workplace or college ethically and sustainably! Make a statement with these 100 per cent organic cotton T-shirts!

Organic cotton saves water, avoids the use of toxic chemicals, and is safe on the environment.


This Christmas season, make a difference! Shop for an impact! Find more such products on The Better India Shop, here.


(Edited by Shruti Singhal)

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