13 Eco-Friendly Gifts That Aren't Boring, I Promise

Sustainable gifting is a tricky concept. Ideally, we'd all forgo physical presents and instead give our loved ones something more experiential: a gift card to a local restaurant, a donation in their name to a mutual aid fund, or a seat at an online class for a new quarantine hobby. But if you're itching to watch your favorite person open up something tangible this holiday season, you can still do so while keeping the planet in mind. A few things to think about: Give gifts that will actually get used, not end up in a landfill, and be on the lookout for minimal plastic and packaging. If you're in need of a few ideas, here are 13 to consider.