The Ethical Guide to Holiday Hosting

Looking for ideas to shake up your hostess routine? Want to learn to be more sustainable in your decor practices?

It's so much fun and responsibility to be the hostess of family gatherings, and the holidays are a time for many opportunities to get together. It's always exciting to gather your loved ones together and share a time of love and connection with one another, and it's also thrilling to bring out all of the special serving pieces reserved for these occasions. 

If you're just learning how to navigate the holidays sustainably, we've put together a guide to help you find some new favorite ethical hosting gifts- that are good for the environment and the people who made them, and are also going to be beautiful in your home.

 

 1. Handmade Napkin Set

These cinnamon colored dinner napkins are the perfect add to your table spread this holiday season. Made from 100% ethically sourced cotton, each purchase fights back against human trafficking.

2. Serving Utensil Set

Elevate your hosting game with this serving spoon set, perfect for the salad or for plating up the turkey.  These spoons were hand made in India and offer a fair trade employment and are sourced from recycled materials, for the ultimate sustainable product.

fair trade home decor + gifts

3. Candles

Every dinner spread needs a good candle or two thrown in, and we've got the perfect candles to share! These hand poured candles from Calyan Wax Co. give back to organizations that fight human trafficking with every purchase you make. Shine a light in a dark world this holiday season.

fall soy candle

4. Coasters

Level up with these hand made wooden coasters! These coasters are durable and classy, and offer protection for your surfaces while also giving your home an extra modern touch. Each coaster is sustainably made and sold separately so that you can curate you perfect set.

ethically made modern home decor

5. Trivets

These unique metal trivets are the perfect twist for an item where almost everyone has the same one- you get to stand out and shine!  Each purchase gives back to fighting human trafficking around the world while you level up your hostess game. Give the ultimate gift of freedom this season.

brands that give back

6. Napkin Rings

Remember those cloth napkins I showed you earlier? These napkin rings are the perfect thing to pair with them for a classy dinner table look for your holiday gathering.  Each purchase from this company gives back to fighting for freedom against human trafficking, making this the easiest decor choice you've ever made!

brands that give back

7. Tea Towels

Choose the tea towels for your kitchen and bathroom that couldn't be found in a big box store! These tea towels are block printed by hand, by survivors of human trafficking who are looking to rebuilt their lives and support their families.  Give the gift of love and living wages to those around the world this holiday season.

fair trade home decor

8. Charcuterie Boards

Lastly, everyone loves a good charcuterie spread, and getting some unique boards can be the perfect appetizer while you wait for dinner to be ready. Food is the way to open up community, and nothing says "impending friendship" like bonding over a thoughtfully plated spread of food. This is sure to be a winner at your next gathering!

sustainable hosting ideas for the holidays

Redemption Market is a social impact shop located in Phoenix, AZ. Come to one of our stores or visit us online to find out more about how we give back to fight human trafficking. Tag us on Instagram with your take on ethical holiday hosting!