Tag...You're It!

Want "green" gift packaging this holiday season? Here are some eco-friendly and handmade options to make your gift-giving extra special this year. Some are rustic, some are refined, and some are just plain fun! One thing is for sure...the lucky recipient will love a gift embellished with these great finds!

Gorgeous handmade ornaments from Kylie Parry. Each ornament is formed from stoneware clay and stamped with a hand-carved stamp. A classic shape with her eco-inspired twist- perfect for your christmas tree or as a gift.

Each tag is glazed in golden-tan and brown. The backs remain unglazed and are signed. They measure 2.5" and come strung with red and white bakers twine.

Visit this shop at http://www.kylieparry.etsy.com/.



This lovely and rustic set of 5 birch gift tags from Twigs and Blossoms have hemlock tree designs burnt into the bark. These are the perfect addition for that special gift, wedding favors or woodland Christmas!

Please visit this shop for more selections: http://www.twigsandblossoms.etsy.com/.


Grah-Toe Studio makes these amazing wooden Snowflake Ornaments with a table saw and router! They use woods gathered from many places, and designs are new each batch they make.

This listing is for a box of 5, as seen in the picture and they place 5 hooks with each box. They are absolutely stunning on a Christmas tree or as a winter holiday garland, ornaments, gift tags, or hanging from the ceiling!

Visit Grah-Toe Studio at http://www.grahtoestudio.etsy.com/.

No need for fancy wrapping paper with these fabric decorative gift tags from Quotes and Notes! Wrap your gift in brown craft paper, tie with a cotton twine, and attach one of these tags for a simple organic look.

Each tag is approximately 2" to 3" big. Silhouettes have been carved out and carefully hand block printed onto unbleached cotton fabric using non-toxic water based ink. They are then sewn to cotton flannel for a touch of softness. Each block print will be unique.

These double-sided wood clothespins with "Merry Christmas" on one side and "Joy, Peace, Faith, Hope, or Dream" on the other side will be loved by recipients!

Use to hang up your christmas stockings or display your christmas cards. Clip to gift bags or to a ribbon wrapped around a gift and attach a personal note.

To shop, please visit http://www.quotesandnotes.etsy.com/.

These Wrap It Up Rustic Snowflake Gift Wrap Ties from A Remark You Made are sure to please! Each one is handmade from a reclaimed tree branch of a down tree in hopes of giving it a second life. These ties pull triple duty, too. They are a package tie plus tag, and long after the gift has been opened, these ties can be reused as tree ornaments year after year by draping across a tree branch.

Each one is hand stamped with a snowflake design in navy blue and white ink. They have been sanded smooth and left natural. The backs are blank allowing you to write the name of a lucky recipient using a felt tip pen. Twine keeps with the rustic and natural charm of these tags.

These gift wrap ties are a perfect embellishment for gift bags and small boxes, baked goods, and more.

To shop, please visit http://www.aremarkyoumade.etsy.com/.

Just Mare creates unique stoneware pottery designs. Everything she creates by using the wheel or hand building techniques.

These ornaments/tags are from her woodland friends series. Tilting Pine is ready for the holidays! Each one is hand-crafted stoneware with a wood grain texture, and glazed on both sides.

Tilting Pine measures 2" x 3-1/4"

For a wide variety of pottery, please visit http://www.justmare.etsy.com/.



Here is a great option for children's gifts! This Jolly Snowman star ornament is Jolly Fun!

Studio Jart creates personalized ornaments that can double as a gift tag. Personalized Ornaments make awesome gifts that are treasured year after year after year! The big, ceramic star measures approx 5". Comes with a bright, hand-tied ribbon and a wire ornament hanger. Ready to hang.

To shop: http://www.studiojart.etsy.com/

This snowflake from One Clay Bead's Woodland Magic collection is dazzling!

This ornament/tag is made of stoneware pressed into vintage lace, hand cut so that no two are exactly the same, and glazed in a frosty white with terracotta undertones. It is painted and signed on the back, and strung with copper or aluminum wire. It is 4" round, and 6 1/2" long with the wire hanger. There is room for you to write your own custom message on the back, using any indelible ink marker (such as a Sharpie).
All of the glazes used are formulated for maximum durability, and this piece will be as rich and glossy 100 years from now. This shop offers complimentary gift wrapping, too, and they have a commitment to environmentally-friendly practices.
Visit http://oneclaybead.etsy.com/

These little birds from Prince Design UK were designed to have a contemporary feel, with elements of classic Christmas style and fairytale magic.

The texture of vintage lace was created in the surface, and they are finished with cheerful fine satin ribbons in four colours.

Of course, these will look wonderful on your tree, but they're equally fabulous on wreaths, in gardens or attached to presents.

To shop, visit http://www.princedesignuk.etsy.com/.



 
These chalk tags by Bradens Grace are made from chalkboard vinyl and can be used again and again.
 
They are great for organizing baskets, place cards around napkins, or tied to a gift. Write a holiday message or name on each tag. These would look great on a child's package!
 
Visit http://www.bradensgracewallart.etsy.com/ for more selections.

I hope you enjoyed these wonderful options for your gift-giving this season! I have no doubt that each of these items would be cherished for a lifetime.