Five Star Gift Ideas

For your mom who is passionate about sustainable living and zero waste principles, there are plenty of thoughtful and meaningful gifts that would align with her interests. Here are a few ideas:

1. Eco-Friendly Kitchen Set: Help your mom reduce waste in the kitchen by gifting her a set of sustainable kitchen essentials. Look for items like reusable food wraps made from beeswax or silicone food covers, stainless steel or bamboo utensils, glass or stainless steel water bottles, and a set of reusable produce bags. These eco-friendly alternatives will not only reduce waste but also contribute to a healthier planet.

2. Gardening Tools and Accessories: If your mom enjoys gardening, consider getting her a set of high-quality gardening tools made from sustainable materials such as bamboo or recycled plastic. Additionally, you could gift her a collection of heirloom seeds or a subscription to a seed library, allowing her to grow a variety of organic and sustainable plants.

3. Sustainable Fashion: Help your mom stay stylish and eco-conscious by gifting her sustainable fashion items. Look for clothing made from organic cotton, hemp, or bamboo, or consider gifting her a subscription to a sustainable clothing rental service. Another great option is a gift card to a fair trade or ethical fashion brand, so she can choose something that aligns with her values.

4. DIY Zero Waste Kits: Encourage your mom's creativity and self-sufficiency by building a DIY zero waste kit tailored to her interests. This could include ingredients and recipes for homemade skincare products like DIY facial cleansers or body scrubs, instructions and materials for DIY beeswax wraps, or even a book on DIY natural cleaning solutions.

5. Sustainable Home Décor: Enhance your mom's commitment to sustainable living by gifting her eco-friendly home decor items. Look for items made from renewable materials like bamboo, cork, or reclaimed wood. This could be anything from a set of reusable beeswax candles, a recycled glass vase, or a sustainable and ethically sourced throw blanket.

6. Educational Books and Workshops: If your mom enjoys learning, consider gifting her books on sustainable living and zero waste principles. Look for titles such as "Zero Waste Home" by Bea Johnson or "The Sustainable(ish) Living Guide" by Jen Gale. Alternatively, you could sign her up for a workshop or online course on topics like composting, plastic-free living, or sustainable gardening.

7. Experiences: Sometimes the most memorable gifts are experiences rather than physical items. Consider treating your mom to an eco-friendly weekend getaway at a sustainable retreat or an organic farm stay. If she enjoys being active, you could gift her a hiking or biking tour in a scenic, eco-conscious location.

Remember, the key to a meaningful gift is to show that you understand your mom's interests and values. By selecting a gift that aligns with her passion for sustainable living and zero waste principles, you can show her that you support and appreciate her commitment to creating a better future for our planet.

Or you can get her a star map with the date when she was born.

Alice Dickinson says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I made a map for my mums birthday and she absolutely loved it. Definitely buying another one soon, probably for another family member or friend”