This Mother's Day, why not celebrate your mom as well as Mother Earth? Here are some truly unique green activities and gift ideas for Mom's special day.
Instead of the typical brunch try a refreshing nature walk or hike. Not into roughing it quite that much? Spa Index offers a list of eco-friendly spas for an afternoon of socially responsible pampering. Visit Spa Index's website at www.spaindex.com/Lifestyles/EcoHolisticSpas.htm.
If you're having trouble dreaming up what to get your mom, these eco-friendly gift ideas will make choosing a Mother's Day gift a snap!
Give your mom a gift from Nomine Candles' Botanical Jar Collection. Each hand poured candle is infused with a heavenly blend of pure essential oils (no synthetic fragrances are used). Natural soybean wax and lead-free cotton wicks ensure a cleaner burn, while luxurious packaging offers the ultimate eco-friendly gift.
You can also pair votive candles with the Recycled Votive Centerpiece by OneEighty Design. The source of the glass votive holders is actually the bottom of a wine bottle. The willow green glass makes a striking statement against the raw metal washers.
If you had something more practical in mind, a set of reusable shopping bags from Olive Smart, may be just the thing for your green mom. Everyone needs more than one reusable bag when they go to the store, but who wants to carry six bulky totes? The Olive Smart Sack is small enough to fit in the cup holder of your car - never to be forgotten. In the Sack, are 6 colorful reusable bags each holding 20% more than a plastic bag.
Eco-Me makes a fun body kit with everything Mom needs to start her own natural apothecary at home. Their 100% natural Eco-Me Body Kit contains supplies to make chemical free body scrub, body oil, body tonic and body powder. She will love the sweet fragrance of Eco-Me Body Blend, a 100% natural essential oil with bergamot, lavender and lime.
Another wonderful way to spoil your mom is with a Miessence Mother's Day Gift Pack. All Miessence products are made with natural, non-toxic ingredients. Your mom will love the Rose Monsoon hydrating mist, the nourishing hand cream, and the Jaffa Lip Balm made with cocoa butter, safflower and avocado oils. And it all comes in a pretty organza reusable gift sack!
Monogrammed stationery is one gift that will not go to waste. Cast Paper Art makes customized note cards on 100% recycled cotton fiber using a centuries-old technique. Each card contains a blank writing insert and a matching envelope. Select your mom's favorite color and she will not forget to thank you this Mother's Day.
A hand-woven bamboo scarf makes a classic Mother's Day gift sustainable. Kristin Kelly's Etsy Shop has a selection of beautifully textured, handmade bamboo scarves that are soft to the touch and drape beautifully. Bamboo is a rapidly renewable, biodegradable, pesticide-free material that is naturally antibacterial, so garments stay odor free for longer. Your mom will enjoy trying-out the great new green material.
If you have a long distance mom, a box of seasonal organic fruit from Mode Organic makes the perfect gift. You can send a one-time selection of top-quality organic fruits, vegetables or cheese or give 3 to 12 months of seasonal bounty. Mode Organics commitment to sourcing sustainable produce and their stylish recycled packaging is truly one of a kind!