10 Plastic Free Gifts for a Zero Waste Christmas

Following a zero waste lifestyle doesn't mean you have to miss out on all the fun of Christmas! You can spread festive cheer without spreading waste, by choosing more thoughtful, plastic free gifts. They may even plant the seed that helps your friends and family to kick-off a more sustainable lifestyle!

Here are some of our favourite plastic free gifts for a zero waste Christmas.

#1: Biodegradable iPhone Case - With Rope

Protecting our electronic devices is important for reducing electronic waste. But did you know 1.5 billion plastic phone cases are thrown out every year? Ditch the plastic and gift a plastic-free phone case. This 100% compostable iPhone case comes with a super-handy adjustable rope attachment - perfect for when you're out and about. 

Above: Switch to a 100% compostable phone case by Listening Store

#2: Shampoo Bars - Discovery Bundle

So you've made the switch to a shampoo bar, and trying to convince loved ones to do the same? This bundle of trial-size shampoo and conditioner bars lets them find the right bar that works for them! They're also a great size for travel.

#3: Ultimate Toiletry Starter Kit

The bathroom is a brilliant place to start reducing waste, all you need is a few simple switches to get started. From bamboo toothbrushes to make-up remover pads, this ultimate toiletry starter kit has everything for a green bathroom routine.

#4: Zero Waste Unsponge

Increasingly, people appreciate presents they’ll actually use, and these attractive reusable sponges are the perfect example of that. Made of cotton and cellulose, these plastic-free Unsponges will last about 4 months and really brighten up the kitchen sink! Definitely a healthy alternative to your plastic kitchen sponge!

#5: Stainless-Steel Lunchbox

What makes a streamlined stainless-steel lunch box the ideal eco-friendly, zero waste Christmas gift? Well, it’s versatile, practical, and gives people the boost they need to start making their own lunches rather than popping to M&S for a plastic-wrapped salad with plastic fork. Get it for a co-worker so you can see it in use!

#6: Oat Milk Making Kit

Make oat milk in 15 minutes, at a fraction of the cost of buying it in the supermarket. Inside the kit, we give you the ultimate guide with recipes, facts, what to do with leftover oat pulp, tips on how to get the best consistency, advice on how to wash the muslin cloth and more.

#7: Reusable Bottle

We’ve found that a high-quality reusable bottle is something people seem unwilling to invest in for themselves, so why don’t you invest in one for them? Plastic bottles are unbelievable wasteful and ugly, so they’re sure to appreciate an attractive stainless-steel version.

#8: Insulated Food Flask

Fingers crossed next year we'll be spending more time in the office. And that means we'll be back to our on-the-go lunch habit -  which create 11 billion pieces of packaging waste in the UK alone! Bring lunch to the office with a stylish blue dolphin food flask - at 300 ml, perfect for a small soup or cold salad. 

Above: An insulated food flask keeps food hot or cold for up to 12 hours! 

#9: Reusable Cutlery

First it was plastic shopping bags, then plastic straws.... we think disposable cutlery could be the next to be go. After all, does it really make sense to pick up a new set every time you're eating takeaway? Carrying light-weight bamboo cutlery is a no-brainer to reduce waste - like this stylish pouch by Wild & Stone (even comes with a handy carabiner clip!).

Above: Save hundreds of disposable knives and forks from landfill with reusable cutlery

#10: Wooden Paper Potter

We love a plastic-free gift that includes some creativity, and this one ticks all the boxes. It’ll allow your green-fingered friend to make compostable seedling pots from old newspaper using wooden paper potter and the instructions that are included. Even better, they’ll never have to use and discard those black plastic plant pots (which are rarely recycled).