It’s here. The holiday season. Let’s focus on the positives, shall we? I love twinkly lights in the trees, fireplace-y smell on a neighborhood sidewalk, parties, and slacking off at work. Plus more chances to visit Cleenland. Here are reasons to do some holiday shopping with us:

Our stuff is useful and well-made. I’ve really resisted the urge to become a tchotchke shop so it’s a good bet that whatever you pick up will see some action instead of collecting dust in a closet.
Take the opportunity to nudge a friend or fam member or co-worker in a sustainable direction. They’ve been saying they want to go green — help them take that first step. Suggestions below!
Spend your gift dollars supporting businesses that are working to create a just, livable world for us all, instead of those that… don’t.
Get your personal errands and holiday shopping done in one stop!
If your gift ends up in a landfill *gasp* at least it will decompose :)

Another holiday classic — the gift guide. How to organize it? By size, price, predilection — so many options. We’ve opted for a combination.

home cook square.JPG — for the home cook

foodie but make it low-waste

Counter-clockwise from left:

dish brush with replaceable head: Plastic-free everyday dish washing at its finest. When the bristles of the dish brush head start going every which way, compost the head and pick up a new one. $5.25 for the whole thing; $2.95 per replacement head.
dish soap bar: It really works! No bottle, no problem. Just stick it to a soap dish or tile next to the sink, rub a wet sponge or dish brush on the top, and it lathers right up. Available in lemon or unscented for $9.49 each.
copper scrubbers: Chemical-free, effective cleaning for metal and stainless steel. Make your sink, pots, and pans gleam. $6.75 for a set of two.
Vejibag: A damp Vejibag keeps greens and herbs day-one-crisp for up to two weeks in the fridge. Visitors in the shop always ask, does this really work? YES. $21.99 for the worker-cooperative-grown and -sewed, organic cotton bag.
beeswax wraps: The best replacement for plastic cling wrap, beeswax wraps are easily washed and reused after covering a bowl or wrapping up a hunk of cheese, bread, or half a lemon. An excellent gateway to low-waste living. $18 for three medium-size wraps.
sponge cloth: Semi-disposable paper towel or sponge replacement. These super absorbent cloths can be machine-washed up to 200 times before composting at end of life. Bring some Cleenland vibe to your friend’s kitchen, available in teal and pink too. $6.95 each.
Stasher bag, sandwich size: Reusable, washable storage bag like a Ziploc, except you can microwave it, dishwash it, freeze it, even sous vide in it! Available in various sizes and colors. $11.99 for the sandwich size shown.
Cleenland tote: Just so you know we got ‘em and it has a pocket, $15 each :)

treat yoself square.JPG — gifts to treat yo’self

or one’s self or whatever

Counter-clockwise from left:

Natural sponge: a luxurious, gently-exfoliating plastic loofah alternative. Large enough to cut into several pieces or keep as one for extra luxe. Hang to dry and it will last a good long time. $18.99 each.
Apple crisp soap from SallyeAnder: Handmade in the Hudson Valley, this package-free soap bar smells incredible and feels great on the skin. $8.55 per bar.
Bee Balm: The best lip balm around in a compostable tube. This hyper local product is handmade by a woman in Medford, MA with beeswax from an aviary in Beverly, MA. Available in Peppermint, Grapefruit Cardamom, Lemon Lavender, Citrus Hops, and Unscented for $6.80 each.
In-shower lotion bar: Rub this super-moisturizing lotion bar on your skin as soon as you turn off the water to lock in the moisture from your shower. Available in Lavender Rosemary, Citrus Blossom, or Cocoa Shea for $15.85 each.
Clay mask: Spa day in the comfort of your own home? Yes, please. Mix 1 tbsp of the clay with 1 tsp water to create the mask, apply to skin, then wash off after 20 minutes. In a refillable jar — the gift that keeps on giving! Available in Golden for oilier skin, Rose for drier skin, or Emerald also for drier skin and vegan at $5.23/oz plus $3.00 for the jar.
Bath salts: What better way to enjoy your clay mask than in an incredible-smelling bath? A blend of epsom and other salts available in unscented, lavender, and a sore muscle blend for $0.97/oz plus $3.50 for the jar.
Stasher bag, sandwich size: Reusable, leak-proof storage bag like a Ziploc, perfect for makeup, cosmetics, and more. Airplane carry-on approved. Available in various sizes and colors. $11.99 for the sandwich size shown.
The Cleenland tote, made from 100% recycled cotton for $15. It has a pocket!

for the low-waste newb

gifts to get started

For folks new to the low-waste game (or a work Yankee Swap!), stick with easy replacements for everyday items:

reusable cotton mesh produce bags
a Stasher silicone reusable storage bag
beeswax wraps
refillable bottles and a Cleenland gift card!

for the pro low-waster

wow ‘em with bars

For the already-initiated, bar everything — they probably already have a shampoo bar, but what about conditioner bar, dish soap bar, shave soap bar, and lotion bar!?! You’re gonna knock their socks off. (conditioner bars are $12.95; dish soap bars are $9.49; shave soap bars are $11.95; and lotion bars are $7.45.)

Also wool dryer balls!! These bad boys replace dryer sheets and fabric softener to soften clothes, reduce static, and cut drying time — no bottle, no chemicals, no problem. They are an upfront investment ($9.99/each, 3-5 balls per load are recommended) so an excellent gift. Ours are made in Maine with local wool by a woman of color-owned company, LooHoo.