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Uncommon Goods: Sustainable Gift Ideas

This post is brought to you by my favorite place to shop for unique, sustainable gifts – Uncommon Goods.  

Sustainable Gift Ideas from Uncommon Goods | Big Family Minimalist

When I’m putting effort into purchasing a gift (or looking for ideas for myself), Uncommon Goods is my favorite place to go.  It’s like attending a high-end craft fair…online.  The ease of online shopping without the frustration of digging through everything on Etsy, while still meeting my pretty high standards for goods worthy of spending money on.  Whether I’m shopping for my favorite green-thumbed friend, surprising a coworker, or hunting for a housewarming gift, I know I’ll find the perfect unique gift that makes everyone feel good.

What is Uncommon Goods?

Uncommon Goods is a sustainability-focused online shopping experience that prides itself on striving to be “environmentally friendly, socially responsible and an ever-more rewarding place to work.”  Featuring an astounding array of goods that are handmade, recycled, and organic. Uncommon Goods is “committed to selling products that do no harm to people or animals.”

Uncommon Goods Recycled Materials | Big Family Minimalist

This SUGA Yoga Mat is made from recycled wetsuits!
Click here to watch a video about it.

Supporting Independent Designers

One of the biggest things that drew me to Uncommon Goods was their belief that there is a story behind every product.  After owning my own handmade businesses and working with wholesale accounts, this is something I find hugely important.  There’s a big difference between a shop who is looking to fill their shelves and make a profit and one that actually cares about who made the product and what inspired them.  With Uncommon Goods, you’ll find that story and information about the Maker right there on the page for that product.

Uncommon Goods Support Independent Designers | Big Family Minimalist

Business “Doing Good”

Another way that Uncommon Goods meets my gift-giving standards is by finding multiple ways to make sure they are Doing Good in the world.  Along with being a founding member of B Corporation (an organization created to help customers understand the social and environmental impact of their purchases), Uncommon Goods works with the Forest Stewardship Council to minimize their environmental impact.  They also created their Better to Give Program which allows you to designate a non-profit and donate $1 at checkout.  They know that those little amounts add up, and so far they’ve donated over $1,000,000.  

Uncommon Goods Better To Give | Big Family Minimalist

 

Gift Ideas

Succulent Living Wall | Gift Idea from Uncommon Goods | Big Family Minimalist

Succulent Living
Wall Planter Kit

Self Journal | Gift Idea from Uncommon Goods | Big Family Minimalist

Best Self
Success Journal 

Scratch Map | Gift Idea from Uncommon Goods | Big Family Minimalist

Scratch Map Deluxe

Letters to Grandma and Grandpa | Gift Idea from Uncommon Goods | Big Family Minimalist

Letters to
Grandma & Grandpa

Solar System Necklace | Gift Idea from Uncommon Goods | Big Family Minimalist

Solar System
Bubble Bib Necklace

Eco-Dough | Gift Idea from Uncommon Goods | Big Family Minimalist

Eco-Dough

Glass Ceiling Necklace | Gift Idea from Uncommon Goods | Big Family Minimalist

Shattered Glass
Ceiling Necklace

Moon Phase Pouch | Gift Idea from Uncommon Goods | Big Family Minimalist

Moon Phase
Waxed Canvas Pouch

Baseball Beanie | Gift Idea from Uncommon Goods | Big Family Minimalist

MLB Game-Used
Baseball Beanie

Do you have a favorite gift from Uncommon Goods?  Share it below so we can love it, too!

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About Dani Schnakenberg

Dani is an entrepreneur and homeschool mom of 5. When she's not neck-deep in homeschooling or managing her businesses, Dani enjoys traveling and studying herbs.

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