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Betty MittensAll of our EDIT Mittens are made from repurposed wool

sweaters and lined with cosy eco-fleece. Grab your unique Mitts - recycled materials will always make sure that you get a

one-of-a-kind piece.

Nella Bella Vegan HandbagThis classically inspired vegan handbag comes with modern

elongated zipper pulls on an aluminum zipper and convenient outside pockets. The handbag folds flat and can be packed

easily for travelling, has lots of zippered pockets inside and out-side, and cross-body functionality with a detachable messenger

strap. No animal products were used to make this bag.

Echoes in the Attic Recycled HandbagIt’s a handy cross-body, hands-free flatbag, made just for the essentials. It has 2 handy, zippered compartments, 1 interior

pocket, adjustable 1 1/2” wide strap. Bag measures 8 1/2” wide x 10 1/2” tall. Great for keys, cell and small wallet.

Made of upcycled, vegan XS textiles.

Preloved SnoodLet the Preloved Aspen Snood wrap around you like a space

heater (in this case it’s rather a face heater). If you like the extra fuzzy feeling of saving these fabrics from going to landfill,

Preloved includes it for free!Preloved products are unique and one-of-a-kind pieces.

Priya Means Love “Kiss Kit”

Kiss Kit - Soft, Smooth, and Sweet... Three organic

treats to exfoliate and moisturize lips and to

freshen breath! A tube of pink Herbal Lip Therapy, a glass bottle of Sweet

Mouth Mint Dropsand a half ounce tin of Smooth

Lips Maple Buff.

Organic Cotton Tank TopThis 100% organic cotton tank top is made with ultra soft

organic rib binding on neck and sleeve and has a heat-set neck label. Made in USA in a Fair Labor certified operation.

Sizes available: S, M, LColors available: Bordeaux, Black, Natural

Organic Cotton Lounge Pants

These 100% organic cotton lounge pants are

made with ultra soft organic baby Jersey.

GET COZY IN ORGANIC COTTON


Muscle Balm - Jamaican Ginger Heat RubSore muscles and aching feet deserve the warming action of this

natural heat rub. After a challenging hike or vigorous workout, this heat rub is a welcome gift to sore muscles and tired feet.The warming action of the herbs penetrates deeply into the

affected area, stimulating blood circulation in the muscles. The essential oils have a wonderful overall pain-relieving effect.

Beeswax Pillar CandlesThese 100% pure, beeswax pillar candles burn beautifully with a golden halo and no smoke.Our beeswax candles are non-allergenic, non-toxic and provide a long-lasting burn, a sweet smell and a great decorative effect!

Jute Yoga Mat StrapAn easy & fast way to carry your yoga mat! Also great for

transporting architectural drawings, posters/artwork & newspapers! Fits all yoga mat sizes with adjustable velcro. Made

with strong & comfortable cotton rope handle.

Natural Rubber Yoga MatThe Halfmoon Natural Rubber Yoga Mat is completely non-

toxic, biodegradable, recyclable and contains no latex, or PVC. Made with open cell natural rubber, this mat is slip resistant

even during a vigorous hot yoga practice.

WeWood Wooden Watches

Made of 100% Wood (3 differend styles), it is

hypo-allergenic, completely free of toxic chemicals

and adjustable to fit any wrist.

Preloved `Maddie` ScarfThe Maddie scarf is made from 20 panels of reclaimed wool sweaters and measures over eight feet long.

Cardboard SpeakersThese fold and play recycled speakers are made from recycled materials and do not

require an additional power source.

GEAR UP

Water Powered Clock(Available in two shapes)

This amazing clock runs on water; no need to be plugged in and no battery changes. Fashioned from non-PVC plastic, it

runs entirely on tap water. It’s the most accurate, environmentally practical, hassle-free clock of its kind. Features an easy-to-set daily alarm and hourly alarm.

USB Rechargeable AA Batteries (2 pack)Prepare to be impressed. Here’s a great option that is more

usable, economic and environmentally friendly. With billions of batteries thrown away each year, these rechargeable

batteries are not only long lasting (up to 500 charge cycles), but also charge in any USB port!


Bamboo iPad CaseProtect your iPad sustainably! Instead of wrapping your

gadget in plastic, choose this case made of cork. Naturally shock-absorbent, water-resistant and biodegradable,

cork is one of the design world’s most useful assets. The flap folds over and closes with a string connecting two buttons.

Origaudio Rock-It Vibration SpeakersThe Rock-It portable vibration speaker takes music from your

device and turns it into vibrations. Those vibrations are sent through the vibration pad and if you stick it onto something

- a cardboard box, your mug, a canoe - it will instantly turn into a speaker!

Eton Scorpion RadioA digital radio, a flashlight and a USB cell phone charger all in

one! This self-powered (i.e. solar and crank options) AM/FM/NOAA Weather Radio is designed for camping, hiking,

emergency back-up, or simply roughing it in the backyard.

HOME DECOR + KITCHEN

`Swirl`Wrought Iron Candle HolderWrought Iron holder specifically designed to bring stability to the

Pheylonian tall votive. This unique, floating, swirl motive is characteristic of the timeless Pheylonian artwork and style.

Nkuku Moonlight Candle HolderThese attractive lanterns are made from recycled glass and

decorated with this pretty white floral pattern. They look beautiful on a table or sideboard as well as outside in a garden.

All Nkuku glass is 100% recycled.

Back To The Roots Mushroom Growing KitThe Back to the Roots’ grow-at-home mushroom kit lets you grow

up to 1 1/2 lbs of gourmet, tasty oyster mushrooms per box... Harvest your first crop in as little as 10 days!

Salvaged Wood Serving TrayA true conversation piece, these one-of-a-kind serving platters

come with bottom supports elevating the serving tray, rubber feet to prevent scratches to table surfaces, and with or without sleek

brushed nickel handles. They are finished in a food-safe, hand-rubbed oil.

Garden-in-a-PailMini Tomato (Lycopersicon esculentum) A bright, cheerful addition to any small space, our Mini Garden-in-a-Pail make a perfect gift or

home accent. Grow exceptional mini tomatoes; when it gets too cold, simply bring inside for year-round enjoyment.

Travel-size Bamboo GamesThis travel-sized game is great for traveling with kids and keeping

busy on the road. All made of fast-growing bamboo wood material.Games: Backgammon, Chinese Checkers, Ludo, Nine Men’s Morris,

Solitaire, Tic Tac Toe

STOCKING STUFFERS

Fuel Cell Car KitAdd salty water to this car and it will run! No batteries needed.

This Fuel Cell Car Kit will have you and your kids entertained for long hours. A great concept to educate children how alternative

resources work.

Cuppow! Canning Jar LidsThis is CUPPOW - a great solution for easier drinking from a

canning jar. The canning jar already makes an awesome platform for a travel mug: it’s easy to clean, made of heat-resistant glass, cheap,

durable, and when sealed it doesn’t leak.

Abeego Flat WrapsAbeego Flats are the ideal kitchen companion. Explore the

versatility by bending and shaping the Flats to suit your individual food storage needs. Simply press and form over dishes to cover

leftovers. Wrap up cheese, form around produce, baked goods and more.

Stapleless StaplerThis ingenious device (we like the term “stapleless”) uses abso-

lutely no staples at all; it never needs to be refilled!Just slide your papers (up to 4 sheets, a stapling depth of 7mm)

in the staple free stapler and push down. It cuts little flaps in the corner, folds the flaps back and tucks them into a tiny slit.

Reclaimed Wool Puppet “Pirate”There is no adventure like a pirate adventure! Children can’t resist

the high seas and tall tales that come along with pirates. All Cate and Levi puppets are made from reclaimed wool in Canada

and don’t contain any elements that are harmful to children.

PooPooPaper Scratch Pad This eco-friendly scratch pad was created using elephant dung for

the paper and dyes created from food coloring, resulting in rich, natural and lasting colors.

All pads are packaged in a clear protective jacket that allows you to read the complete story of PooPooPaper.

Don’t worry, it doesn’t smell! :)

Natural PaintsColoured with Mayan mineral earth pigments, these paints are free

from chemical dyes and petrochemicals. These paints are long lasting, completely natural and washable, in the event that they

inspire spontaneous finger painting!

Solar Robot 3-in-1This solar robot toy makes a great gift as it transforms into 3 shapes: robot, scorpion and tank. As it is solar-powered, there is no need for batteries to play! It will work perfectly

indoors with the lights on or outside in sunny conditions.

Wooden Push Toy “Train”This wooden push train toy was made from 100% post-in-

dustrial recycled wood residuals; painted with non-toxic and zero voc paint. Made in the USA.

Glob Natural PaintsThese watercolors can be dried and reconstituted once water is

added. Color your globjets d’art: painting, collage, wood stain, play dough, paper-mâché and more.

Glob paints are made from fruits, vegetables, and spices with natural ingredients. Enjoy fruity aromas while you paint!

Solar-Powered Helicopter ToyThis environmentally-friendly solar toy helicopter uses the sun’s energy to move the propeller, bringing to life the magic of solar generation. Kids will be fascinated by how it works and will get great pleasure out of conducting their own energy experiments.

Eco Science Toys Science KitUse every day waste to create fantastic science toys. Make a speed racer (with old CDs and a toilet tissue roll), Construct a gravity-powered walking robot with a soda can and much more!

GIVE THE GIFT OF ORGANIC COTTON

Organic Cotton Cable Knit ThrowThis chunky cable knit throw, with ribbed borders, adds warmth to

a bed or armchair. Perfect in any season, use this throw for extra warmth while cuddled up on the couch, or to compliment bedding.

Organic Cotton Percale Pillow Cases (Pairs)In the world of cotton bedding, percale sets the standard.

This basic, classic weave has a crisp, cool hand. It is soft, but has body - a perfect choice for warmer weather. Available in flat sheets,

fitted sheets and pillow cases.White and Natural.

Organic Cotton Lightweight RobeOur classic kimono-style interlock robe embodies the essence of

softness in a knit fabric that feels heavenly next to your skin. Off-white, natural colour cotton with built in belt and front pocket.

One size fits all.

Organic Cotton Towel Set (Hand, Face, Bath Sheet)

The strong horizontal striped pattern with no dobby border gives these towels a sopisticated elegance. With 550 grams per square

meter, they are of a medium weight which makes them environmentally friendly to wash and dry.

We`Moon Astrological DatebookWe’Moon Datebooks feature art and writing by women,

a multicultural exploration of women’s experiences from an earth-spirited, perspective.

We’Moon is a grounding tool, a daily handbook in Gaia rhythms, with full daily lunar and astrological information, a comprehensive

introduction to astrology, Sun / Moon / Earth cycles and more.

PooPooPaper Twine JournalThe design is an intricate combination of vegetable dye-printed and

hand-cut papers, resulting in brilliant colors and interesting edges. Each scene is produced on a different colored background: your

choice of blue, red or teal. This journal is made using dyes created from food coloring, resulting in rich, natural and lasting colors.

Greenpeace CalendarGreenpeace is the organization synonymous with peaceful envi-

ronmental activism, and the Greenpeace: Standing Up for the Earth calendar is a poignant reminder of what is at stake. These images are

spellbinding. As always, royalties from the sale of the calendar sup-port the work of Greenpeace.

Unlike Friendships CalendarUnlikely Friendships is the irresistible calendar based on Jennifer

Holland’s New York Times bestselling book. Celebrating extraordinary bonds formed by members of different

species, the calendar offers a fascinating glimpse into the emotional lives of animals both domestic and wild.


ChocoSol`s artisan chocolate is made right here in Toronto using organic, forest garden, shade-grown cacao, sourced directly from indigenous communities in the Lacondon Jungle of Chiapas and the Oaxacan

mountains of Southern Mexico. These horizontal trade relationships go beyond the exchange of commodities and bring symbolic products, whose

story is as important as the product itself.

ChocoSol chocolates are made without dairy, gluten, soy and nuts, and are also vegan. They specialize in both eating chocolate and drinking chocolate (xocolatl), and offer a number of other sustainably grown ingredients that are sourced directly from farmers (such as coffee, cacao nibs, agave, hemp

seeds and vanilla pods, among others).

ChocoSol Five Chili Eating ChocolateThese fiery 75% dark chocolate bites have five varieties of Mexican

chilis and an after bite that delights the senses! Pairing the complimentary cacao tree and chili plants together in a

Oaxacan-inspired concoction.

ChocoSol Darkness ChocolateA stone ground, 75% dark chocolate, Darkness is made with three varieties of mayan cacao from Indigenous communities in southern

Mexico. A very earthy, deep texture and flavour.

ChocoSol Sinfully Raw Vanilla ChocolateThe sinfully raw vanilla comes with pleasure, made with whole va-

nilla pods, raw cacao nibs and organic cane sugar.

ChocoSol Drinking Chocolate (Cinnamon, Vanilla, Aztec Blood)

This milky drinking chocolate is a true Oaxacan delight.

About Grassroots

Grassroots Environmental Products offers organic, natural mattresses and bedding, non-toxic cleaners, natural baby products

and green products for a sustainable lifestyle in Toronto.

Some people postpone making these choices because they feel it has to be all or nothing. But taking small steps to gradually replace conven-tional products with healthier alternatives can be just as effective for a

sustainable future.

Shop with confidence knowing that we have researched the products we carry and we can provide you with all the detailed

product information to make an educated and compassionate choice.

Contact Us

www.grassrootsstore.comwww.grassrootsstore.com/greengiftguide

Email: [email protected]: 416-466-2841

372 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 1N8408 Bloor Street West, Toronto ON M5S 1X5

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