Holiday Gift Guide: For Her

The holidays are quickly approaching and that means it is time to start shopping for the perfect gifts.  It can be hard to find time to get in all of that holiday shopping, so we are here to make things easier for you!  At Our Green House we have a wide variety of gifts that are perfect for everyone in the family.  We are excited to share gift guides for all of the special people in your life, and today it is all about the lovely ladies!  Whether you are looking for stocking stuffers, or a big gifts we have lots of options.  From clothing and accessories, to spa accouterments and jewelry, you will be able to check off everyone on your shopping list. 

Make sure to check out the shop for tons of gift options, and check back in the weeks to come with gift guides for him, baby, toddler, and pets!

Lily & Laura

When it comes to fun and unique jewelery, we have you covered with our Lily & Laura bracelets.  Customers love these colorful bracelets that they can stack together and wear with other pieces to create the perfect 'arm party'.  But Lily & Laura bracelets aren't just pretty, they provide steady work for women in the Kathmandu region of Nepal!  Through fair trade practices, owner Laura works with talented female artisans to create a huge variety of beautiful bracelets that are hand made using the highest quality of glass beads. 

 

At Our Green House we are so happy to support fair trade practices.  With every purchase you will know that your are helping to provide work for women so that they can support their families, get an education, and improve their quality of life :)

The Leaky Collection

At Our Green House, we love carrying products that have a positive impact on the world.  We are proud to carry jewelry from The Leaky Collection, a wonderful company that that employs native African tribes to create unique pieces and gives back to the community.  Katy and Phillip Leaky founded the company in 2002 and have been working since then to create beautiful pieces that are recognized by the Fair Trade Federation and Green America.

"Based in the Rift Valley of Kenya, East Africa, these renowned designers used natural elements of fallen wood, sustainable grass and “bush fired” porcelain to create uniquely exotic products. Each colorful piece contains vibrant design appeal while giving back to those that produce it.

The Leakey Collection protects the environment while giving economic opportunity to local communities in Kenya. Its natural elegance distinguishes this high end product line as one of the world's premier offerings."

We are excited to carry an array of pieces from The Leaky Collection, and we love how buying a piece of beautiful jewelry can have a great impact on others.

Summer Jewelry Trends

Wearing jewelry is a  great way to show off your personal style and add a little extra pizazz to your outfit.  At Our Green House we are always on the hunt for unique, fair trade jewelry that will help complete any outfit.  This summer we love pieces that are versatile and can be worn with an array of outfits.  Whether you are going to the office, on vacation, or just having dinner with friends,  we have jewelry that is right on trend.

Everyone love Puravida because these vibrant bracelets have a classic laid back surfer vibe that is perfect for summer.  They are popular this time of year because they transition well from the beach to a summer wedding, and are great for every day wear.

 

If you are into a more 'hippie' look, then our Beads for Life bracelets are going to be more your style. These handmade African paper beads are vibrant yet casual so you can wear them every day and be right on trend.

If you are looking for a more classic look, then fair trade earrings from The Andean Collection are right on point.  These beautiful earrings will add a touch of class to any outfit and their simplicity will be on trend year after year.

 

We have so many great jewelry options at Our Green House.  Stay tuned this week as we share more about the brands we sell that have a great impact on the communities where they  are made.

New at Our Green House

We are continually adding awesome new products to Our Green House and you can easily check them out under 'New Finds' in each category tab.   With new additions added weekly, you are sure to always be finding something special and unique at Our Green House.  Check out some of our newest goodies below!

 

1:  Wooden baby toys and teething rings - These are not only practical but super cute!

2:   Boho Woodland Collection set of 4 Forest Animal Prints - These are the perfect additions to finish off your little one's room.  Any boy (or girl) would be happy to have these on their wall :)

3:  ZuluGrass Bracelets - If you are looking for a fabulous gift, these fair trade bracelets definitely fit the bill.

4:  Eco-Friendly Color Me Placemats - Give your kids a reason to stay at the table (or behave at a restaurant) with these great paper placemats your kids can color all over!