Green Wedding Registry and Gifts
Posted by Lisa Carey
Do you have a friend or family member soon to be married? Maybe they too could use a little help going “green” or would just like more environmentally friendly household options. Consider these wedding gifts for your next wedding gift.
Maybe not all newlyweds are moving into a green estate like Eco Manor but every couple can green their home and their lives by choosing eco-friendly gift registries.
What are couples options for registering for wedding gifts that are green? What are guest’s options for finding unique eco-friendly wedding gifts?
Say “I Do” to bamboo in your wedding gift registry:
Bamboo is a fast growing and renewable grass that has inspired a variety of eco-friendly gifts perfect that would make perfect wedding gifts.
Bamboo Rugs
Bamboo Place Mats
Bamboo Coasters
Bamboo Wind Chimes
Bamboo Bath Towels
Bamboo Linens
Bamboo Cutting Boards
Bamboo Utensils
Bamboo Candle Holders
Bamboo Light Fixtures & Wall Sconces
Bamboo Serving Bowls
Bamboo Fountains
Bamboo Tables
Bamboo Chairs
Are you building a new home or remodeling a home? Did you know that bamboo flooring is a beautiful and durable flooring material?
Choose green gadgets for your wedding gift registry:
What some green gadget ideas that will save earth’s resources and save you some money in the long run too?
Green Rechargeable Solar Flashlight
Green Water powered alarm clock
Green Solar AA Battery Recharger
Green Solar Battery Saver Pro
Green 10 cell smartcharger for 9V, 7.2V, 8.4V & 9.6V
Green 8 cell smartcharger for AA, AAA, C, & D batteries
What are Fair Trade wedding gifts?
Just as there are fair trade brands of coffee and fair trade wedding and engagement rings, there are also fair trade gifts for wedding registries or any gift-giving occasion.
The fair trade movement promotes standards for:
-International labor
-Environmentalism
- Social policy on exports from developing countries to developed countries
Fair trade certified products ensure that artisans and farmers earn a living wage for their work. Fair trade gift registries can include a variety of beautiful and functional gifts that you can feel good about receiving and using.
Some examples of fair trade wedding gifts:
Fair Trade Hand Stitched Quilt from India
Fair Trade Soapstone Garlic Keeper
Fair Trade Bamboo Sushi Plates
Fair Trade Nahuala Throw Pillows from Guatemala
Fair Trade Table Runners from Nepal
Fair Trade Hand Painted Tunisian Pottery and Square Plates
Fair Trade Zulu Baskets
Fair Trade Inca Chess Set
Creative Green Wedding Gift Ideas:
Every couple has unique tastes and needs. Don’t be afraid to be creative when registering for or buying eco-friendly wedding gifts.
How about a pair of his and her bikes for short commutes and errands? Newlyweds can save money, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and stave off those newly married pounds that seem to appear post honeymoon.
How about a set of his and her Sigg water bottles so couples can just say to no to harmful plastic water bottles.
How about a stock pile of recycled grocery bags or handmade grocery bags so newlyweds can start their new life and say goodbye to plastic grocery bags?
Shop and register locally when you can.
Want to avoid mega chain store gift registries that pollute the environment as they transport masses of goods around the world? Try to register at locally owned stores. Registerlocally.com may help you find local gift wedding gift registry options. Don’t overlook craftsman who create handmade furniture, artist who create handmade dishes and pottery or local art centers that support a variety of local artists making everything from green lamps to recycled potholders.
A green wedding and a green honeymoon are a wonderful way to begin an eco-friendly married lifestyle and green wedding gifts will really top the cake.
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4 Responses to “Green Wedding Registry and Gifts”
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You can also find a Green Wedding Registry at http://www.arenaturals.com.
They have an selection of organic bedding, recycled dinnerware, and green wedding gift ideas. -
Cate says:
these are some great ideas…i’m starting my registry at myregistry.com so i can add these things from a bunch of different stores…i will definitely be doing a lot of online shopping this weekend!
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Awesome Cate! I’m glad you found the post helpful for creating your registry! Thanks for making the time to comment as well. What items do you think you’ll add in particular?
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Gorgeous dress…how about gorgeous wedding photo