22 Days of Green Gift Giving: Gift Idea #13

 

Recycled Tire Basket

Whether you are hauling firewood or fresh-picked fruits and veggies, this tough and roomy industrial tote is hand-sculpted from scraps of recycled tires.  Baskets have a 50 pound capacity and are handmade in a job skill workshop by people with disabilities or limiting conditions in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 

$25 at Uncommon Goods

22 Days of Green Gift Giving: Gift Idea #11

Eco-Dough

For the kid -- or playful adult -- on your list.  This all-natural sculpting dough is handmade in Portland, Maine and is colored with dyes made from beets, spinach, paprika, carrots, purple sweet potato, red cabbage, blueberries and tomatoes instead of your typical toxins!

$24 at Uncommon Goods