What They Don't Tell You About Christmas Gifts

[@marcheline717]

My engagement ring was secondhand, because my husband didn't want to buy new diamond and create more market demand for this precious stone. If you research jewellery industry you will see how cruel and unfair it can be. I'm very thankful he did it this way. ♥️ and cherish my ring every day.

[@Lindie231]

marcheline717 that’s lovely ❤️

[@Iquey]

Smart husband. Also a lot of old money families will pass down engagement rings as family heirlooms anyway. It saves money and has a story behind it/prestige factor.

[@NtlWltrs]

The diamond from my engagement ring came from my mother in laws ring. When my husbands father died, my mother in law had her ring melted down, she put 1 diamond in a necklace and kept the other 2 for her kids. My sister in law has the other diamond in her engagement ring

[@lillyfuller1735]

that is so precious i can’t wait to tell my future person to get me a second hand ring. i couldn’t care less what the price is i just would love whatever they pick for me because it’s from them and has meaning:)

[@NaturallyMermaid]

But why are people so offended when you tell them that you don't want anything new? I know my family will be.

[@LifeLostSoul]

My strategy when my family asks me with I want for Christmas is I give them a list of items I would have bought anyway that are items that are not possible to find second hand/ things I have been having trouble finding second hand. Like rechargeable batteries, next year's supply of bamboo toothbrushs, smart outlets or bulbs to cut down on energy usage, solar battery pack, plants etc. Or ask for experiences.

[@Iquey]

They might just take it personally as a roundabout way of you telling them: you don't know my tastes as well as you think you do. But you know what? That's fine! Money is a great gift.

[@silkedalebrosig5367]

They want to show their love for you, and it's normalised in our culture to show that love with physical gifts. Ask for an experience (e.g. concert/theatre tickets), or, if there's nothing you want, ask them to donate the money they would have spent on you to a charity of your choice.

[@diemdia]

LifeLostSoul I do the same thing, because my family is really weirdly adamant about not wanting to buy used things. I ask for things that I really need and would have to buy new anyway, then just take hella care of those things once I've got em. (Though I think I'm slowly getting them to warm up to the idea)

[@adrienneneilson8621]

Another good way around that is having them make a donation to your favorite charity because at least instead of saying no to all gifts they feel like they are giving u something

[@BrandieReadsBooks]

I straight up told my family that the books I'm asking for (which constitute like 90% of my Christmas list) can be secondhand. They'll end up spending less money and the books read the same as if they were brand new. It's a win win.

[@kakaakemi678]

I started giving my loved ones "experiences" instead of "things". Examples: a massage session, a trip, a nice meal, a hair makeover or tickets for concerts/cinema/etc. 🤗💞

[@lb1049]

Same! Even before my zero waste movement, experiences are long lasting memories, such a better gift!

[@nadadoesnothing4062]

mhm, been doing this for years, and intend on continuing! I don't want things, and I don't generally give gifts. It's about experience and spending the most precious thing we have, time, together

[@angelaflukin]

I feel like buying experiences for people such as a trip, concert tickets, sports game tickets, events, etc. are the best way to give gifts because you know it’s something the person will enjoy and go to and it’s much more sustainable. They will have the memories of the experience and it is not wasteful aside from the gas to get to the event. Overall, I think it can be just as thoughtful as a physical gift if not more 🎁 💝

[@snowangel7980]

Concerts and sports games aren’t sustainable tho

[@SustainablyVegan]

yay for cosy season, boo for that wild number of unwanted gifts. Thanks for such a lovely video xxx

[@IllJustKeepSwimming]

Emy I love seeing you here! 😂

[@SedonaChristina]

Thanks Immy :)

[@rosalyntwomey7859]

Omg immy the two faves ❤️

[@CoolKaius]

I always tell people I don't want gifts because they stress me out. This has a reverse psychology effect on some people and they buy more for me

[@priscillajimenez27]

I always tell them to add a gift receipt lol

[@daniellerivera6161]

My grandparents used to thrift shop for us when we were little and it always annoyed my mom. Spent my whole life feeling really weird about second hand anything. Now I don’t care at all

[@isabelm362]

Thankful that at the store I work (a huge company) doesn’t damage items out unless they are physically dirty or broken. We try to sell things at a discounted rate if it’s still sellable and only ship it out to be damaged if it’s unsanitary or unsellable entirely.

[@DiMagnolia]

I just want tuition money for Christmas hahaha

[@alifewithluna4134]

Diane Magnolia yes!!!

[@karisap]

MOOD

[@shinytomoon]

I have been reiterating all year I don't want more "things" especially ones I don't want or need unless I've specifically listed an item. I fear I will still get a few gifts I didn't ask for but I hope if my birthday was any indication it's getting better. My goal for giving is to give people something they REALLY need or want but it's quality not quantity.

[@rsdxxxx]

Same! Only this weekend I heard my friend's mum mocking that he'd text her "I don't want to come across ungrateful but this year can I just have money to put towards savings because all my material needs are fulfilled." While I sat nodding enthusiastically in agreement to my own mother, like *please get the hint this time!*...

[@CoolSustainable]

My parent WILL NOT buy anything second hand - there is still so much stigma around second hand items, I don't get it!

[@discofinger7084]

For some reason when I tell my family I don't want anything, they seem to think that translates to "I want an Alexa Dot!"

[@ImHumgry]

Great video! More people need to talk about this around the holidays

[@SedonaChristina]

Thank you!!! Fingers crossed more and more people open their eyes to all the crazy wasted items out there and secondhand gifting (or low waste or experiences) becomes the norm! 💛

[@dimitriapapa]

I used to work in retail too until I found out all the lies and negatives about the company. I used to always shop retail prices too without waiting for sales. I can gladly say now I’ve been thrifting for over 3 years and I love it!! No one has the same items as me, i am saving so much money by doing so and not supporting fast fashion. Everything is just so expensive nowadays.

[@jojomojo6569]

I know that my father in-law has been looking for herb knives for a long time, I found a set for $2 at a flee market. I will sharpen the blades and sand the board 🙂 I also found a child size fishing rod for my 5 year old niece. My nana loves mangoes so I will give her a little mango basket. A couple of fruits, mango ice cream, dried mangos, mango jam etc. cute baskets are so easy to find secondhand and people do usually like getting their favorite eatables/wine.

[@artemisameretsu6905]

When I hear "unwanted gifts" I know most people are thinking like grandma sweaters or like a gift card to a place you hate, but like, I literally got mens work socks (in the wrong size) one year and totally took them back and I honestly can't feel bad about it. Most years I'm just like, if you gonna get me something just get books xD

[@camerongallups2439]

I’ve been thinking about this a lot recently. I’ve been pondering ways to give sustainably this year. So excited you made a video on it!

[@Courtney6]

I’m here for cozy season. Also, that’s a lot of zeros because you wrote 60 billion. Lol 💕 even 60 unwanted gifts is too many though 💔

[@SedonaChristina]

You. Are. So. Right. Wow... what a time to make a typo 😹🙈🙈🙈 ooooopsies! hahahaha!!

[@Eedama96]

Really good low waste present ideas that I've done in the past - cookie in a jar (reused jar with all the ingredients and you just add wet ingredients), pot plants (I propogate my plants and reuse pots my other plants have grown out of), and cheeseboards with snacks (I thrifted a wooden board, got some crackers, chutney and chocolate and tied it up with natural thread I had). My aunt also gave me the best gift, a thrifted set of sipping glassses with cute little flowers on them. Handmade or personalised gifts feel so much better to give and receive 😊

[@SustainablySavvy]

I have constantly told my in-laws not to purchase anything for me. Although they now try to find low waste gift options, I still wish they would listen. Sometimes the idea of giving is so ingrained in the lifestyle it can be hard to disconnect from 👎ThredUP sounds like a fantastic option for clothing related items! I am still purchasing gifts for our nieces and nephews, but only the children. This year I've opted to purchase the Adopt an Animal program from WWF. This at least provides a donation to a charity and a portion of it will be going to a good cause! I think I'll have to check out ThredUP for our young nephew who needs 6 month old clothes :)

[@arctiacaja]

My family and I never give each other gifts during the holiday season. We just go to my grandma and have a big dinner together, and I love it!

[@shannen4542]

My family and I have really been focusing on gifting experiences rather than material goods recently. I got a pottery class and a weekend away with my boyfriend for my birthday this year!

[@hungergamestvd]

One of the benefits is that you can get people something totally unique. My boyfriend is a big fan of a football club so I found an old booklet on etsy from a really big game for his team from the 80s (they made little magazines for every game back then) and he loved the present!

[@SedonaChristina]

Remember to use code CHRISTIE for 30% off your first thredUP order! bit.ly/CHRISTIE_thredUPNov19 ALSO LOL AT MY TYPO! I wrote 60B on the screen instead of 60M... just trying to keep everyone on their toes y'know ;) But I hope this video was helpful in beginning your quest for goodies for your loved ones this holiday season!!! Mama earth needs some loving too. Sending ya MUCHO LUV!! xo 💛💛💛💛

[@-TheRealThing-]

lol at your sister being surprised if there's even a brand name. I wouldn't mind 2nd hand gifts, if it's something of use to me. Let go of the stigma!

[@mog-gyveroneill2500]

I am a crafter, and Pagan (protect the earth folks), so for many, many years have given thrifted, recycled, and upcycled gifts to my family and friends. In fact, one time I gave a store bought present to my friend (I honestly thought she would love it, and it was on discount!), she was a tad miffed! I asked why, and finally, she said that she felt that I must like the people I gave homemade, thrifted and upcycled gifts to, more because I hadn't spent my time and love in producing the item..hmm! Well, learning curve there! So we returned the jacket I got her, and went thrift shopping! We got a few things, and spent the afternoon upcycling and painting and distressing the items to match her home decor...we had a fantastic time! I think doing that was so much more personal, and wish I could do it that way for everyone! 😁 😁 😁

[@ARockinVegan]

I know this is kind of an "old" video but I love it! I've told my family and my husband's family for 3 years that I don't want anything for Christmas and they have gotten better but they still get me lots of gifts that I don't usually want or need...😑 Especially trying to be low waste and reduce plastic usage... I always show gratitude but all I want for Christmas is to hang out with family or if you HAVE to get me something then make it an experience and not a physical item.

[@arycarys]

I love the concept of thrifting and regifting to reduce waste but your video reminds me a bit of myself doing school research "all the participants thought it was a great idea" without reflecting that they might be too uncomfortable to actually tell you they don't like it.

[@haileighg1687]

Truuuuu! Her mom looked super uncomfortable lol

[@audrey9561]

I’ve received so many gifts over the years of things I will never use or already own... I didn’t know stores throw up returns! I asked my family not to get me anything this year except some things for school

[@kawaiikawaiianimegirl4144]

I'm giving my nieces handmade clothing they need 'scarves, hats' and my son is getting digital presents and second hand eletronics this year. I also got two of my girls second hand dresses that look amazing from Goodwill

[@ashleyfuchs9956]

I love this idea! My go-to Christmas gifts are thrifting vases or unique cups and then going outside to pick spruce twigs and buying affordable, long-lasting flowers at Trader Joe's to make individualized bouquets for family members. Maybe I'll branch out and thrift other items this year to mix it up!

[@savannahrosee4318]

I only got a few people brand new gifts for Christmas, but for my friend I gave her an old shirt than I had bought a while back and gave it to her because I had only wore it twice! She loved it on top of the other two gifts I had given her second hand. I love this video and love how you asked your friends and family how they felt about second hand items!

[@xowdavis]

My boyfriend and I don't give gifts at Christmas. We give gifts for birthdays but its always something we've specifically asked for or an experience. Christmas is about spending time with family for me. The present thing should be for children IMO, but still calmed down a lot.

[@sarahu.38]

Seeing this video post-Christmas but thought I'd share anyway--- This year, my husband and I only gave and asked for experience gifts. We gifted movie theater vouchers, cooking classes, art classes, an escape room experience, a restaurant gift card, and tickets to a broadway show. We did print the e-gift card pages so our family had something to "open" so that was a bit of paper waste, but it was pretty minimal. Meanwhile, my sister gave us an Airbnb giftcard, my mom and dad gave us a restaurant gift card for a fancy date night, and my husband gave me a gift certificate for 3 massages at a local spa. All in all, it felt really good to walk away from the holiday knowing we didn't buy a bunch of STUFF and we didn't end up with a bunch of STUFF we don't really want or need. Yay!

[@theclumsyprepper]

We decided we are only giving something to my partner's daughter this year, she's into Doctor Who so she's getting few things. No one in my partners family appreciate second hand or hand made items so they are getting some vouchers they can spend in local restaurants instead. Himself and I have all we need or want so we're just going to spend nice time together, no gifts.

[@goldenpanda3x370]

Anna Mitchell Doctor who marathon with family, would be great if a play was running locally.

[@theclumsyprepper]

@@goldenpanda3x370 We have all the seasons on DVD, already did the marathon twice 😁 That's how she got into it. She has a crush on David Tennant so she's getting a signed photo and few other bits.

[@goldenpanda3x370]

Anna Mitchell oh my goodness! What a lucky girl!

[@theclumsyprepper]

@@goldenpanda3x370 She's a great kid, deserves to be spoiled at Christmas.

[@ByMandyJulie]

Great video. This year I'm giving my family and friends sustainable presents too. I sew a lot and I always have a lot of left over fabric scraps. So this year I'm using my fabric scraps stash to make everyone things like scrunchies, reusable cotton pads, glasses cases, coin purses, little toiletry bags, cute pillows etc. I hope everyone will love it.

[@elizabethb.3932]

I completely agree with your idea, but because I make decent money I’m positive certain friends and family would be offended if I bought second hand because of the stigma that it would be me being “cheap” even if it wasn’t true. Not sure how to move people past that.

[@nadinex1127]

„this is a therapy session“ 😂

[@BethandDavidCruise]

I recently uploaded a video on eco gift ideas too and I didn’t even think of second hand clothing when I talked about clothes I simply thought of sustainable brands... inspiring as always 😍🎄

[@kristenfoupht2565]

This is super random and all over the place but, my wedding and engagement band were both my great grandma's and honestly, I don't know that I would have had either ring if I hadn't been able to wear hers. They're so special to me and I love that I have a piece of my family. I love thred up and have bought so many dresses from them because I freakin love dresses and my husband has loved every single one I've gotten and thinks they look great on me. And for Christmas this year we didn't buy any gifts, I made one thing, a cross-stitch project, for my dad because he loves cactus. and then we made cookies for everyone else and they all loved it! (Plus they're about to find out that we're having a baby in July sooo, that's they're other gift that they'll be finding out about here real soon!) Thank you for being an inspiration and sharing so much with the internet!

[@heatherbuzby6586]

I’ve slowly gotten the very consumeristic grandparents on board with “regifting” old kids books, movies, stuffed animals that are sitting around their house or thrifting clothes for my kids🙌

[@Magdalene777]

I think environmentally friendly gifts can include things that will be used up like food items, herbal tea, candles, bars of fancy artisan soap or natural candles. Also gift cards can make wonderful presents that don't take up much space. One year I gave my aunt one for $50 for a store she could get items like cleaning supplies from. Saving someone money off of regular everyday items they use like groceries or personal care items is a wonderful gift.

[@_thehappyhomemaker_]

This is great and I'm making family gifts this year. I tell them that I don't want any new gifts, but they just laugh and don't listen. My dad and step mum always buy so much and most of the things I either can't use of have duplicates of :-/ and don't know how to address it with them cause don't want to sound ungrateful. I'll try and approach this topic next year. Great video xx

[@bee-dq2fy]

i'm buying second hand gifts this year for the first time. luckily, most of my friends and family try to live low waste and will even be grateful for this! i have found that finding beautiful mugs is great a german thriftstores and i do have a few friends who are thankful for every nice mug they can add to their cabinet (maybe with a nice tea or choc). i also love buying from little private companies! great to find on etsy!

[@emilyl8515]

I bought my girlfriend a pair of very lightly used shoes for Christmas. She already knows and loves the idea of reducing waste/cost. I saved over $140 buying them secondhand. I really love shopping on Facebook marketplaces and different sell/trade groups.

[@IndieJuli]

We grown-ups mainly do small gifts like teas, shower gels, homemade snacks or a book at most. Kids in the family can ask for big expensive things like a bike or computer, etc. but no one would ever just go and buy these things at random. Maybe we're just not rich enough for this kind of shenanigans, but for us Christmas is about spending time together, eating great food and enjoying freetime. And if you really hate what you got, do a crappy secret santa with your friends and usually every gift will find it's perfect recipient.

[@hetherbether95]

Love this video!! The past few years, my family has done a "no gift" Christmas, where we do something together instead. We've gone to Vancouver, Canada, and will spend a few days exploring Portland this year! I still think giving gifts is fun and this is a wonderful way togo about it!

[@charliecook6202]

This video is leaving Black Friday quaking.... i am now going to get my gifts second hand!!! ❤️

[@KnightMirkoYo]

My grandma was always into thrift shops, I think she teached me early to value things for what they are, not for the price/label/brand. I feel in addition to gifting second-hand items, it is okay to buy things produced by local craftsmen or artisans, thus supporting them and not big unsustainable corporations. I mean only gifts that the person would enjoy and use.

[@meganharper6566]

First time viewer here! 🙋‍♀️ I really enjoyed this video...I had no idea that the majority of returns get binned. Last year my boyfriend's family finally agreed to do Secret Santa after suggesting it for years. This meant only having to shop for 1 person rather than 12. This allows us to give one person something(s) they really want rather than buying a bunch of "junk" for numerous people. Thankfully, we're doing it again this year. I've asked for books and made it very clear that they do not need to be new, and I can't wait for my person to open their gifts because I know they'll be happy as I carefully selected practical things from their wish list. I will definitely be checking out Thread Up too! Cheers!

[@arioctober7867]

Thankfully I celebrate Chanukah and it's not actually a gift giving holiday. People still give me gifts and I give people gifts any time of the year, but I go out of my way to give gifts I know they actually need and will use. If I receive a gift I don't need, I donate it to a local charity that gives away my donations for free. This year I thrifted a cheesecake pan my mom wanted, it was like $3, she was overjoyed, and our impact was smaller!

[@ash4794]

Duuuuude my mom got me and my girlfriend re-useable produce bags and she knitted both of us really cute shopping bags, or I also use those as produce bags. Especially for the farmers market!!!! Also got us soap bars and she did get some other things that weren’t as sustainable but I was SO proud and pleased I didn’t even say anything to her about that!!

[@NtlWltrs]

I love your friends and families reaction! They were all really happy with thier gifts 😁 which is great. Also the black and white stripey sweater really suits you! My son is into retro gaming, so always wants items that are second hand. He's actually quite difficult to shop for because some of the things he wants, people charge a lot for because they are rare

[@amandahannan9591]

My family and I are all about dumpster diving. I told my dad that his Christmas gift is most likely coming from the dumpster and he was totally cool with it lol. So sad to see what people throw away

[@priscillajimenez27]

I use to work at Target and they had four options when things were returned: one was to put back on shelf like new or repackaged with a reduced price, and three of them were defective depending on the item. Green were like out of season or not on file or slightly defected items like clothes, accessories, household items, etc and they were to be donated; if any of those items were crazy messed up then you can override it to red. Yellow were like defected electronics or disks; so I'm guessing were either returned to manufacturing place or recycled. And then red were things like food, open cosmetics, containers of chemicals, broken glass, overridden greens, etc and they were disposed of according to the label sticker on them (depended on item). Also Target has plastic bag drop offs, deposit drop offs, and you get 5 cents off per reusable bag used. But I'll admit that the pizza hut part did a lot of food waste and so did Target cafe. Something they can work on.

[@melaniequai1504]

I get social anxiety so giving people secondhand gifts when I don’t know them v well is hard bc I feel them judging me...but I think another great thing is to make things!! I find ppl find it less weird if you make something for them instead of thrifting.

[@briarrosevixen]

There is SO much waste around the holidays in particular it drives me nuts!! Corporations need to be held responsible as well!

[@samanthasandstrom9836]

Got my husband a second hang designer leather laptop bag for an amazing price!! It feels really good to shop second hand and reuse :)

[@MVillani1985]

And this is going to sound cheesy, but my favorite Christmas gift is seeing a new KZbin video from you. I'm so glad I found you earlier this year. Your beautiful smile, your beautiful nose ring, and your amazing tips and philosophies are just a few of the many things that make you so awesome.

[@123Bria321]

for sure for sure. I make gift lists for my children each year, for the family members that buy presents for them, and no one ever takes my recommendations for MY children. I ask for cash, gift cards, etc and we can choose where we purchase their clothes and some other odds and ends from. Same for baby showers. We used all compostable materials and metals and glassware this time around, and asked for a diaper that’s biodegradable or at least for cash to buy them, and we received walmart brand diapers and wipes and things that are not only horrible for our children but the planet too D: So so stressful. We don’t need gifts from anyone, but when they ask what to buy and feel the need to buy, it’d be nice if they’d at least take our advice and listen to our wants.

[@SaskiaWrycroft]

Great video, I only gift things to my close friends and family. I think usable items are best, soaps etc. Also I do ask people if theres anything they need before I buy them anything.

[@melodid5023]

Well me, my friends and family tell each other our gifts XD we ask what we want and booom everyone is happy. And no it doesn't make it less exciting because it always is different when you get the thing you wanted in your hands.. soooo.. yeah :)

[@mozetutaj]

Melodi D yeah, we do this also. It’s so simple and everyone is so happy with it! I don’t get why more ppl don’t do this 😀

[@melodid5023]

@@mozetutaj right? It gives me so much anxiety to just buy something for someone without knowing if they will like it XD crazy idea..

[@mozetutaj]

Melodi D hahaha, yeah! It’s good for both parties: the gift buyer and a receiver 😀 and if we feel like “having surprise” we just give 3 items list to choose from. Win-win!

[@melodid5023]

@@mozetutaj finally someone who understands it :)

[@goldenpanda3x370]

I want no gifts this season, I want quality time with family.... mainly cause I’m leaving shortly after for work 😬 and I’m also going through the no-spend challenge this holiday as well.... so excited! 😁

[@lucyamclarenauthor]

That clip of your podcast gave me ASMR tingles and now I must download it 😂

[@ashleymarie2019]

I LOVE thrifting, and I would always prefer something secondhand over something brand new, and I think many people won't notice/mind if you give them something secondhand. I just don't understand the focus on brand names in this video. I realize they might have a reputation of being reliable, etc., but you can find thrifted clothes from unpopular/unknown brands that look and perform just as nice, for even cheaper! I can't imagine spending more than $10 or $15 on a single item, unless it's a jacket or shoes/something of really high quality that I can't find anywhere else. Also, supporting these brands so heavily also means supporting all the energy they use and waste they create from mass production . . . brands are overrated. Okay, rant over.

[@diynevala]

One big thing to mention about gifts, they should also bring joy to the giver. Finding a gift YOU feel good about giving someone is almost more important!

[@jordantaylorscaife2448]

We pretty much always give each other money for Christmas in my family unless someone wants something really specific. I'm in college so my family knows my money is going towards coffee. Lots of coffee.

[@paytonmarrison1295]

i love this!! definitely going to thrift gifts for my family and friends this year. super excited for the series!! loving everyone posts on instagram and youtube way to be sustainable this holiday season!!

[@engelstraene3]

At this point my sisters and I decided not to gift each other anything, we only get smaller personal things and then some money for something we're saving up for (like for me this year it's a proper camera) from our parents, and for friends I usually gift something personal, self-made and/or edible. It's different for birthdays, but by now for me christmas is mainly about being together and spending time with loved ones. Like when you hit your twenties, presents sort of start to get really secondary.

[@bakalaurel]

A couple years ago I got my dad the best gift from the thrift store. He was just getting into learning about whiskey and he loves football, and I found a Patriots whiskey glass. He loved it :) I find the best stuff for my parents at thrift stores! I just bought my boyfriend a Rareform wallet for one of his Christmas presents, which probably isn't the most sustainable because of shipping and production, but their stuff is made out or recycled billboards.

[@toriherkalo2134]

I love this! I’m completely changed about thrifting. Thank you!

[@tinamourra8324]

This is so timely for me! I just finished doing all my holiday shopping for my kids on Thread Up! They have a great kids and teen section and I got amazingly beautiful finds, all new with tags!

[@breannapierson168]

Love this! Last Christmas my family and I exchanged all second hand gifts and are doing it again this year. I always buy kid/baby items secondhand for birthdays and holidays too, that way I can buy more items for the kiddos without spending an arm and a leg.

[@rhea.kenopsia]

Instead of buying my friends gifts this year I'm making a DIY coffee scrub!!

[@linda.westin]

In my family Christmas is not about the gifts at all. We will buy some little gifts for children that we know (and when I am a mom I will buy my kids gifts ) but we personally feel that we are each others gifts, so we like to put the money on delicious food cooked with love and spend a lovely time together. I love gifts, receiving them and giving them but I really love to be the thankful person I am that really sees my friends and family and people in general as the actual gifts. They TRULY are. Meeting my loved ones is the ultimate gift. Laughing and smiling with them, hugging them, talking with them. It warms me deeply. However, sometimes gifts sneaks in, because I just love surprising people, but I do like to give a useful gift when I do give one, so I like to pay for my dad's gas as he drives far to visit me. He appreciates it so much. But this year he'll get a fun mug too because it has a purpose, he will use it often, smile and maybe even laugh and think of me and how lovely I find him - as it is written on the mug. And mom will be surprised too, something she's wanted for a long, long time but never expects a gift and it will spark a joy every day she sees it. But I will say, the best gifts are sustainable, they last for years, are useful, they help the environment, they save us money! I mean, I looked at a video of reusable "paper" towels and I felt blown away, that's so cool to have! Holy moly! I am serious, it fascinates me! 😄 I am enjoying being more and more sustainable!

[@KnightMirkoYo]

I wish more people understood how newest flagship gadgets (like latest iPhone) are actually at most 5-10% better than older second-hand options, and you'll almost never notice the difference, while you'll save up to 90% of the price, and save 2 (!) electronic items from going to the landfill. So, if you want to get a gift of a new phone, ask your boyfriend/girlfriend/family to get you a used one in good condition, and save the money for a trip together or something.

[@MarggiePisacano]

Surrounding yourself with good people

[@chandralocke8859]

Yyyyeeeeesssss!!!! I handmade all of gifts this year because I make all my own zero waste stuff, so I did that for family as well, and everything else was dumpster dived or thrifted

[@jenniferyates502]

A few Christmases ago I got my dad a sailing boat mug and it was from a thrift shop (along with loads of used sailing books I found) and he did not mind at all! He uses that mug every day! :)

[@Cassandraxxlove]

Thank you for this, you're my daily inspiration and it's good to see you rant about that kind of stuff!! You're also complementing w facts & statistics, which is super informative! Thank youuuuuu

[@SedonaChristina]

oh my goodness!!! Thank you!! I'm so happy ya liked it 💛

[@Cassandraxxlove]

@@SedonaChristina btw, idk if you'll see this but i dmed u on insta under the username @bateauenmer !! I love everything u do ✨

[@SedonaChristina]

@@Cassandraxxlove I'll go look for it!! THANK YA for the memo! I need it haha I'm literally the worssssst human at the DM thing. My social media usage/game is not as strong as one would think 🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈

[@chaingale6239]

I always buy christmas mugs for christmas (I don't know why) and usually they don't have any label from where it's from so...can't return something you don't know where it was bought from 3:) hehehe!! But still I think it's a useful thing to have during christmas time, making some hot coco, drinking some tea etc.

[@professorthread]

My suggestion about Mysterious Boyfriend (TM) shirt is to cut off the other sleeve and make it a sleeveless tank. Hemming the armscyes is simple to do, even by hand!

[@ajoccasionally]

really excited about this series because I'm determined to dive into sustainable gifting this holiday season and the best way to do that is starting NOW! yay!

[@lenabruening5942]

This is such an excellent video and I’m so glad it was in my recommended! You definitely earned a permanent subscriber and I honestly am so glad a KZbinr (you) have finally covered this topic, because nobody seems to talk about this!

[@leapoirier_]

I know that everybody does not have the time to do this, but this year I decided to make all my Xmas gifts myself (knitting, crochet...) :)

[@melaniequai1504]

If you do buy something new, it’s great to support small businesses!! Get something from Etsy or your local artisans market/local stores.

[@kasenalane1723]

I love this Christy!!! More gift/christmas stuff I'm excited to hear what you have to say

[@SedonaChristina]

Thank ya!!! 💛💛

[@reneebrown9987]

All of your giftees are such good eggs! I loved this one!

[@1870s]

Thanks for sharing your shopping and gifting experience with Thred up. I signed up but have been hesitant to make my first purchase. I sent up my wishlist on Etsy for some awesome second hand Pendleton sweaters

[@xMichelleeeeeeeee]

This is a-ma-zing! I live in Europe and sadly this company does not ship here. However, I have a day planned where I go and visit every thrift store in my area to just take a look and see what (presents) I can get and I'm so exciteddd! Thank you for making this video and bringing awareness about this topic :)

[@belbe417]

Turn his burnt one into a tank top

[@suides4810]

Bel Be exactly ! only take the arms off Depending on how much is lost

[@d3vilslettuce]

I love this video and I love this concept!! This should definitely be more accepted! Almost every gift I'm giving this year is second hand except consumables 🌍💓

[@lillyfaulknier4665]

Ah yes I’m the same way! I personally just ask for gift cards then I can choose what i want to get😊 I don’t enjoy getting presents that I won’t end up using. Another thing is I’ve been going to my local library a lot instead of buying books :)

[@MarielaMerino]

I love this!! I want to do this for my family. Thrifting is the way to go 🙏🏻✅

[@yasminmaley2237]

I already like this video and I haven’t watched it yet haha

[@SedonaChristina]

melting my dang heart. THANK YA FOR THE KINDNESS!! 💛💛💛

[@shannon5209]

I love this! An awesome question to ask people too. My family are always happier with a present if they know I got a good bargain on it! All the best x

[@blissfulstyles6396]

Oh my God my boyfriend and I have been doing this exact thrifting challenge for the past couple months and I told my mom for Christmas this year I want thrifted gifts.

[@nonbinarygoblinonarainbow4672]

I totally loved the idea of giving second hand gifts! Thanks for that!

[@charlottenicholls4241]

So, here's the thing - giving someone a gift then asking them if they like it or not or mind if it's secondhand is so laughably not the way to get honest answers from people. It felt so awkward watching them put on the spot like that.

[@SedonaChristina]

Haha my fam/friends are v brutally honest! If ya knew them you’d know they’d never bullsh*t it haha 💛