Urban Sherp’s 2011 Holiday Gift Guide – 96 & Counting….

This year we vowed to complete our holiday shopping early (we’ll see if that actually happens) rather than racing around last minute to buy an ill-fit gift. To that end, we are publishing our holiday eco-gift guide early for inspiration! Enjoy – hope you find something for every one on your list!
Make sure to come back – we’ll continue to add fabulous eco-finds ’til the last shopping day.

Mate Gourd Ornaments natural gourds are carved by hand into festive decorations $29 @NOVICA

Hydrating Collection savor this natural trio of beauty products in verde, orange, or lavender $26 @McEvoy Ranch

Charity: Water Jambox not a ‘eco’ speaker but $50 from each sale helps fund freshwater projects $199.99 @Jawbone

Handmade Hellos for the crafter, a inspired guide for DIY greeting cards $19.99 @ModCloth

Mesa & Toro Rings hand-dyed tagua rings add a fun pop of color $18+ @Andean Collection

John Masters Organics treat the boys to luxury organic hair & skin made from the finest botanicals $6+ @Amazon

Tic Tac Toe Stamp elevate your x’s & o’s with this maple block & natural rubber stamp set $20 @Renegade Handmade

Face iPad Case handcrafted padded case made of hemp & cotton keeps iPad protected $20 @UncommonGoods

Espresso Cup & Saucer Set sweet set of four cups made from natural clay & lead-free glazes $42 @Bambeco

Envirosax 5-Pack these reusable shopping bags make great gifts & fun wrapping paper too! $29.95 @Nubius Organics

Plumen Lightbulb a sculptural energy saver for CFL naysayers & design enthusiasts alike $29.95 @Amazon

Daphne Shawl Cardigan snuggly soft yummy cardi in lambswool & cashmere & modern color blocking $198 @Cardigan

Espresso Cup & Saucer Set give her a ‘rock’ unlike any other–a natural rough solitaire diamond $100+ @Etsy

PlanToys Tool Belt non-toxic rubberwood tool set & belt for your little DIYers $29.95 @MightyNest

Solar Pocket Light a LED solar-powered light made of renewable bamboo & PLA plastic $28 @MoMA Store

Snapdragon Grow Pot colorful snapdragons arrive seeded in a handmade bamboo pot $14.95 @Eartheasy

b/perrino Baby Quilts heirloom quality hand-crafted quilts with a modern sensibility $125 @Etsy

General Knot & Co New England-crafted neckties made from fine vintage fabrics $98 @General Knot & Co

Plan Toys Block Puzzle pass the love of tetris on to your kids w/ this organic rubberwood set $25 @Ult. Green Store

Ukelel Kit a diy ukelele kit!? just couldn’t resist art, music, & fun in one $40 @BluDot

Laundress Sweater Stone non-toxic, biodegradable & allergen free for longer lasting, pill-free sweaters $18 @Amazon

CloudSoft Mocs cozy up to these ergonomic micro suede slippers with eco-rubber sole $89 @Vivaterra

Antik Batik Seoul Scarf Light & airy 100% wool gauze scarf in in lovely mixed prints $56 @Thumbeline

Wreaths & Plants an evergreen gift that will last all season long $40+ @Organic Bouquet

Organic Rabbit Rattle cuddly rattle made of U.S. organic cotton & Canadian lambswool $38 @Branch

Jameson Bag camel canvas ‘fits-all’ bag with faux suede lining made of recycled bottles $295 @Matt & Nat

Aztec Print Blouse Aztec print blouse made from 100% eco-friendly silk $130 @Future Standard

Cashmere Handwarmers beautiful handwarmers in honeycomb knit of organic virgin wool & cashmere $45 @hessnatur

Bowl of Organic Treats Chinese fir root bowl filled with organic chocolate delights $59 @Vivaterra

Crimson Tartan Necktie New England-crafted neckties made from fine vintage fabrics $98 @General Knot & Co

“Where We Met” custom clay ornament commemorates where you met that special someone $38 @Paloma’s Nest

Bonsai Forest bring the magic of the forest indoors with this bonsai garden kit $50 @Uncommon Goods

Alpaca/Wool Cardigan super soft & warm cardigan made from alpaca & virgin wools $158 @hessnatur

KeepCups for the coffee drinker on the go-splash-proof sealable & BPA-free $12.99 @Amazon

Um Tote handcrate tote made of wool felt from factory waste – packs flat $115 @Josh Jakus

Old Man Sweater hipster meets old man in this evergreen lambswool sweater $98 @Thumbeline

Organic Cotton Sweater playful stripes in multi-colors, free of harmful dyes & toxins $45 @hessnatur

Satchel Bag w/Strap if you must have leather, choose quality handcrafted goods $135 @Adeleshop

Elemen’tary Screwdriver skip the plastic tools & pick up this beechwood screwdriver for the DIYer $30 @Old Faithful Shop

Round Bird Feeder birdlovers will delight in this mini bird feeder made of recycled plastic $22.75 @Sprout Home

Ibex Fairlee Glove sweater knit glove in a practical wool blend for warmth & stripes for fun $34.95 @Amazon

Lip Balm Trio organic ingredients with hints of ginger, cedar, cocoa, vanilla, & cinnamon $15 @Stewart & Claire

Bear Grylls Survival Kit 16-piece kit contains all you need to survive in the toughest environments $55 @L.L.Bean

Plan Toys Foosball cool eco-friendly easy to grip, portable soccer set $61.99 @Amazon

Unbalanced Boat Sweater modern drape with fitted sleeve on right & dolman on left $103.20 @Kaight

Tapikid Playmat a whole new kind of road map for kids in 100% organic cotton $74.99 @Bonbon Jolie

Stretch Merino Glove slim fit glove liner keeps mitts warm & dry during all activities $25 @Ibex

Seedling-Paint a Family encourage the natural process of thinking & doing w/this art kit $33.99 @Amazon

Kitty Egg Crayons adorable crayons made from all natural soy & beeswax $20 @Kitty Baby Love

Eva Zeisel Candlesticks a design classic executed in 100% recycled materials $50+ @Eva Ziesel

Slingshot Cow Tote handcrafted from 100% cotton canvas stamped with the seamstresses name $75 @Mend

Fair Isle Cardigan comfy cardigan made from 75% pre-consumer recycled cotton $82.90 @Fair Indigo

EGG Organic Crib Set super sweet, 100% organic bedding in pink or yellow $89.99 @Green Depot

Hot Water Bottle for a little old fashioned tlc on a cold winter’s night $14 @Priscilla Woolworth

Initial Necklace charming embroidered pendants in a sea of customizable colors $32 @Etsy

1-4 Napkin Rings keep track of whose reusable napkin is whose with these numbered rings $40 @Rae Dunn

Espresso & Bean Set for the serious coffee lover, in festive red $75 @Heath Ceramics

Anamalz Moose adorbale, fun wooden animals from all kingdoms $10.95 @Amazon

Tense Solid Wood Watch handcrafted from sandalwood & stainless steel, improves with age $159 @Amazon

Banner Address Stamp custom self-inking address stamps for holiday notes $28+ @etsy.com

NVEY Eco Lipstick an organic lipstick that delivers vibrant & natural color $31 @NIMLI

Dog Bowl treat the pup to a bowl handcrafted from reclaimed oak planks $80 @Brook Farm G.S.

Kikkerland Radio rain or shine, this solar, hand-cranked radio keeps rocking $29.95 @Amazon

Storage Caddy adorable caddies in organic cotton & eco-felt in 4 styles $23.99 @3 Sprouts

Papier-Mache Stag animal friendly bust made of recycled materials for a good cause $99 @West Elm

ABC Blocks FSC Certified, finished with local beeswax & organic jojoba oil $45 @Etsy

Scout Soap Set eco-friendly soap for the scout in your life made with organic oatmeal $19 @Izola

FEED Kenya Masai Scarf each scarf purchase provides 10 school meals to children in need $30 @FEED

Farmer’s Egg Crate locavores rejoice! this reusable crate holds a dozen farm fresh eggs $14 @Anthropologie

Totem Coasters set of 4 stackable wooden coasters made of beech wood & 100% wool felt $30 @MoMA

Coyuchi Wave Quilt made from soft organic cotton with quilted ripples from end to end $256+ @Amazon

Blackboard Garden Labels 10 erasable, reusable labels made from sustainably harvested birch wood $14 @terrain

Cork Planter Bookends made of natural cork it’s a bookend, planter, & peg-board all in one! $48 @Canoe

Tommy Plaid Hat available in 3 colorways all of 100% pure virgin wool woven by Pendelton $62 @Pendelton

Bird Boy Vacuum Press don’t leave home without your french press/travel mug – brilliant! $28 @Blackbird

Black+Blum Lunch Pot easy lunch on the go BPA-free kit includes a spork, handle & 2 “pots” $22 @Amazon

Rocking Votives little ceramic pods light up the room with many colors to choose from $36 @Pigeon Toe

Therm-O Terra the ultimate eco-chic alternative to disposables for hot & cold beverages $27 @AQUAOVO

Turkish Bath Towels lightweight, absorbent 100% organic cotton in a rainbow of stripes $24+ @Etsy

Stingray Claw Studs an edgy, ocean-inspired twist on the classic diamond earring $150 @Paxton Gate

SewnNatural Blanket new baby on the list? wrap them in this snugly organic blankie $58 @Supermarket

Lump of Kohl naughty or nice, this beauty bar whisks away impurities $27 @Beekman 1802

Christmas Tree-to-Be what could be greener? a Scotch Pine planted in a bamboo pot $22 @Branch Home

Holiday Soap Duo citrus & peppermint bay rum & lime make stockings happy $10 @Biggs & Featherbelle

Dump Truck Toy eco-friendly push toy made from recycled wood residuals $38 @Manny + Simon

Vers Audio Earphones warm, natural wood meets warm, natural sound with built-in noise cancellation $49.99 @LUMENS

Salt + Pepper Cellars this stoneware pair by Rae Dunn make a great hostess gift $16 @Bambeco

Nesting Shot Glasses made in the usa these steel shot glasses are built tough $30 @Wintercheck F.

Chop Saw Cutting Board for his first pad – a manly cutting board in solid beech $37 @Gretel Home

Aerobie AeroPress brew a rich coffee or espresso right into your to-go cup $25.95 @Amazon

X-mas Felted Bowls itsy bitsy bowls in bright grey, red & orange organic wool $20 @The Yarn Kitchen

Wax Seal Pendant hand-stamped from antique wax seals dating to the 1700′s $37+ @suegrray

Xoelle Bowties colorful handmade bow ties made from vintage neckties $36@Etsy

Raindrop Mason Bee House for the bees & the gardener who wants to build a home for them $39.95 @Crown Bees

DMFD Alentejo Salad Bowls 100% recycled cork makes for an unexpected centerpiece $100 @Nimli

Klean Kanteen Pints BYO rugged steel cup to fill with beer, coffee, or your bev of choice $9.10 @Amazon

Looking for more gift ideas? Look to our guides from Christmas’ past…
75+ Green Holiday Gift Guides under $100
Green Holiday Gift Guide – Warm & Cozy Trends
Green Holiday Gift Guide – 7 Festive Wreaths