Eco-Friendly Stocking Stuffer Ideas

November is already here, and I'm already thinking about Christmas.  Planning ahead is going to be my key to getting the kids things that are fun for them and safe and sustainable as well.  I started compiling a list of ideas for my own benefit, but I hope that you get some great ideas for your family as well!

We love to stuff stockings not only with toys and food, but it's nice to get the kids practical items that they will use.  We like that because they were things that we would have had to buy anyway!  I guess that's cheating, but my parents did it too, and we never minded.

• Toothbrush These toothbrushes are new but the handles are made with recycled plastic.  
   
• Tooth Gel With all of the great flavors available, kids love toothpaste and so do their teeth. 

• Home-made portable doll bed from a mint container.
• Clothespins painted like people.
• Organic Vegetable SeedsPair it with some mini-pots or washed yogurt containers for an instant science project.  

• Magnifying GlassKids love to see things up close, and what better way to explore the world around them but with a magnifying glass. 

 

• Wool Socks With the snow falling outside, warm woolens are perfect to keep their little feet warm in their boots.

• Organic Crackersor any healthy snacks such as granola bars or Fruit Pouches. 

 

• Thank You Cards (on post-consumer recycled paper of course!)  

•  Non-toxic Nail Polish If you have girls, they probably love painting their toes, and with a great non-toxic formula, they can. 

• A small album filled with family photos of extended family for practicing names.

• Sippy CupsThese great sippies are inexpensive and they are made from plant based materials rather than petrolium based plastic.

• Home-made felt food.

• Natural Paint Color For use instead of artificial dyes when making paints and art projects.

• Paint Brushes to explore all of their home-made paint. 

• Vinegar and Baking Soda for some Christmas Day Science fun!

• Lacing cards that you can easily make yourself from postcards and a hole punch.  See my post here.

• Beeswax Crayons 

• Bubbles Use this recipe to make your own for Eco-friendly and chemical free fun!

• Play Silks These can be used for so many different purposes, and they stretch the imagination which is key for childhood learning and development. 

• Cornstarch for making goop!  Check here for the recipe and lots of fun ideas!

• Stainless Steel Drinking Straws  These come with a cleaning tool, and you can use them again and again rather than throwing straws away. 

• Prism Kids love to make and chase rainbows, and as they grow, they can explore the science behind this awesome phenomenon. 

• Art Dolls Made from natural and high-quality materials, you can design and use these like paper dolls.

• Doll House Furniture

• Homemade notepads- Just get creative with your paper that's only used on one side.  You can staple it or sew it for a more finished look.

• Organic Peppermint Lip Balm  It even tastes like Christmas!

• Organic Stuffed Animals

• Organic Wrist Rattle  Great for the very little ones!

• Books
   Books are always a good choice, and choosing ones that teach your kids about the importance of caring for the earth is even better.

• Eco Kids Natural Plant Dye Modeling Dough Made in the USA  Or use this recipe to make your own.

• Slime

• Shake Flashlight My kids like to sleep with a flashlight in their room, and this is a great way to save on batteries which are hazardous to the earth and your pocketbook.

•  Faber-Castell 24ct Triangular Colored EcoPencils

• Color Changing Bath Tablets These ones say that they are earth friendly and non-toxic, but I haven't seen a list of ingredients.

• Wool Roving For felting projects.

• Gnomes or Fairies  

• Eco-Friendly Watch Older kids love to have a watch, and they are a great tool for learning to tell time.  

• DIY Waldorf Inspired Rag Doll See my tutorial to make this fun project!

Have fun shopping and creating to make the stockings that are perfect for your little ones.  Dare I say- "Merry Christmas" already?!

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