How to Find the Best Local, Handmade Gifts
- Wednesday, 22 December 2010
The holiday season is in full swing, and that means one thing: the spirit of giving--and shopping--is everywhere.
But all that giving can mean a lot of excess waste, plus a huge carbon footprint. We know how much kids (and adults) appreciate a special gift from a loved-one, so we're not going to suggest you stop buying gifts, but there is a simple way to go greener this holiday season: shop local and handmade.
When you purchase goods from local artisans, you're supporting their business, which helps strengthen your local economy, and buying local also reduces your environmental footprint significantly.
Spread the Word!
Author:
Andrea Donsky
Founder of NaturallySavvy.com. She is passionate about living a natural and organic lifestyle and reading food labels. She is a mom to three beautiful children who love ground flaxseed & fish oil.Related Articles
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