Kitchenware from Mason Cash are made from natural clay and built to last for generations. Courtesy of World Market.
Running out of time does not mean running out of great gift ideas. From big-name stops to local shops and markets across north Texas, it is easier than ever to find eco-friendly gifts made with top-quality ingredients, sustainable materials and plenty of creativity. These last-minute picks prove that thoughtful, green gifting can still feel personal and unmistakably you.
SWISS ARMY FLASK
One of the coolest, or hottest, products that we’ve seen this year is the Hibear All Day Adventure Flask, at REI.
Hibear was founded by Mark Tsigounis, a consummate hiker and traveler, who was frustrated with water bottles that couldn’t multitask. His solution was this true “do-it-all” design that brews pour-over coffee, mixes cocktails, and carries hot or cold drinks in one rugged bottle. Mark’s company emphasizes sustainability, using recyclable and reusable packaging and rejecting single-use plastics.
The flask itself is built from durable stainless steel and BPA-free components that reduce waste through long-term use.
Hibear is also Climate Neutral Certified and a proud member of 1 Percent for the Planet, donating a portion of sales to environmental causes.
Please tell my kids that I want one!
Locally $95 at REI stores. Hibear is also running some terrific bundle deals on their website if you have time to wait till after the holidays to receive your purchase.
DEEP IN THE HEART OF DEEP ELLUM
Gift shopping in Deep Ellum? In addition to the candy shops and tattoo parlors, you’re sure to find some fun gift ideas at Jade and Clover, tucked into the heart of Main Street, where shopping meets creativity.
Jade and Clover is a plant-lover’s happy place where a little bit of dirt under your fingernails is encouraged. Part lifestyle boutique, part hands-on experience, the shop is best known for its popular Plant Bar, where you can build a terrarium or succulent arrangement with guidance from the friendly, plant-savvy staff. It’s the kind of spot that works equally well for last-minute gift buying, a casual date or a dose of retail therapy.
Beyond plants, Jade and Clover offers a thoughtfully curated mix of eco-conscious, stylish finds including pots, home goods, jewelry, accessories, stationery and playful, nature-inspired gifts you won’t see everywhere.
Prices vary, with custom terrarium experiences typically starting in the $30 to $40 range, and plenty of smaller gift options at boutique-friendly price points.
Founded in 2016 by Dallas eco-entrepreneur, Giselle Ruggeberg, Jade and Clover was created as a creative, community-focused space that continues to be one of Deep Ellum’s most joyful spots to shop and explore. 2633 Main St #150, Dallas. (469) 730-2264.
HOT MARKET TIPS
When it comes to truly last-minute holiday shopping, Central Market is a must–stop shop. With three locations in Dallas, along with Plano, Fort Worth and Southlake, it’s easy to pop in and find something thoughtful without making a special trip.
On a recent visit, I discovered several choices that feel both indulgent and practical. In the body-care aisle, Ryan House lotions caught my eye. Made in Fort Worth and offered in beautiful, Texas-inspired scents like Desert Flower, Grapefruit Mint, Rosemary Sage and Palo Santo – the lotions are $25.99 for a generous 15.5 oz dispenser.
They’re the kind of gift that feels special but is still practical enough for everyday use. The brand focuses on clean ingredients and sustainable practices, with hand lotions in recycled amber glass bottles that can be refilled and used for years.
If wine is on your list, take a walk through Central Market’s vino department. One of the ladies there introduced me to Walt Wines, a lovely bottle with an even better story. The ramrod behind Walt Wines, Kathryn Walt Hall, was also one of the key founders of the North Texas Food Bank, adding an extra feel-good layer to a gift that’s already crowd-pleasing.
Bottles run around $40, making them perfect for hostess gifts, clients or holiday dinners for two. Pair up with locally-made Mighty Beans roasted edamame and fava beans at just $4.99 per bag and Brenham Kitchens Apple Pie Jelly for $6.99 – the perfect trio for a lovely gift basket to take to the family dinner.
It’s proof that even at the eleventh hour, Central Market makes it easy to find offerings that feel curated, delicious and genuinely thoughtful. Shop any of their six locations in DFW or order ahead at CentralMarklet.com for quick local pickup.
WILDLY THOUGHTFUL GIFTS
Our friends down at the Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center Gift Shop in Cedar Hill have a wide variety of last-minute nature-inspired gifts that are thoughtful, beautiful, and meaningful. And all at 15 percent off for Green Source readers through Dec. 24, 2025 with code GreenSourceDFW15.
The shop curates a charming mix of functional and giftable items featuring birds, botanicals, and wildlife motifs, many created by independent artists and makers.
Favorites include Betsy Olmsted’s Fair Trade pinafore-style aprons in cheerful patterns like Cardinals and Night Moths ($46), ethically-made from Betsy’s own hand-painted designs.
You’ll also find flour sack tea towels from Katzpajamas featuring playful woodland favorites like foxes and squirrels ($16).
Also WerkShoppe microfiber dish towels showcasing songbirds and floral designs, each made from six recycled plastic water bottles ($20).
For wearable gifts, the shop offers lovely hand enameled, US-made, dogwood-themed earrings, by David Howell and Company ($36) to elegant sterling silver dogwood flower earrings by Lucina K. crafted in the traditional lost wax casting method ($49).
There’s even a whimsical, yet ethically small batch made, Mushroom Valley clutch, also made by Betsy Olmsted ($38), for a fun, nature-forward accessory.
Rounding out the selection is our own Amy Martin’s Wild DFW ($25.99), a beautifully written guide to exploring the natural spaces in and around Dallas/Fort Worth.
With profits directly supporting the Audubon Center, these gifts are a beautiful way to give back to nature while giving something truly special.
Dogwood Canyon Audubon Center, 1206 W. FM 1382, Cedar Hill. (469) 526-1980.
THE BUZZ ABOUT HONEYCOMBS
Cox Farms Market is a beloved local treasure trove for foodies, with three welcoming locations where delicious discoveries await.
One standout item is the Savannah Bee Company’s Raw Honeycomb – a beautiful example of traditional, minimally processed honey straight from the hive. Harvested by skilled beekeepers in the rolling countryside around Savannah, Georgia, it features a rich, golden edible comb filled with pure, floral honey that crystallizes slowly, offering both a smooth sweetness and delightful chew.
As part of its mission to save bees at Savannah Bee, the company founded the Bee Cause Project in 2013 – a nonprofit focused on hands-on bee education for students of all ages that has given grants to over 1,000 schools and organizations, positively impacting children (and bees) across the U.S., Canada, the Bahamas, and Puerto Rico.
Visit Cox Farms Market for more unique culinary delights like this. Whether you visit their original spot in Duncanville, the lively second location at Sylvan 30, or their newest outpost in Farmers Branch, you’ll find thoughtfully curated foods and drinks sourced from both local producers and exceptional makers from around the world.
BAKE LIKE THE CRAWLEYS
As a fan of Downton Abbey, I was tickled to spot Mason Cash mixing bowls at World Market, just like Mrs. Patmore and Daisy used in the show’s kitchen. And indeed, when one picks up these solid pieces, they feel like they came straight out of an English country scullery.
Founded in 1800 in Derbyshire, England, Mason Cash is known for its iconic embossed designs and perfectly weighted earthenware bowls that stay put while you mix.
World Market carries them in gorgeous colors like tulip, rose, daisy and powder blue, with prices ranging from about $15 to $20 for accessories to $40 to $60 for the large, traditional mixing bowls.
You’ll also find coordinating batter bowls ($39.99), measuring cups and spoons ($16.99/set), prep bowls ($19,99), and butter dishes ($19.99). Best of all, these timeless pieces are built to last for generations, making them as sustainable as they are beautiful.
From an eco-friendly standpoint, Mason Cash ticks many boxes: the pieces are made from natural clay, are plastic-free, and built to last for generations, making them a better gifting choice than plastic or trend-driven kitchenware. Visit one of the eight World Market Stores around town or WorldMarket.com.
SMART SNACKIN’
With my cholesterol running high, I’ve been leaning on Trader Joe’s for economy-minded, eco-friendly snacking and it turns out they’re a goldmine for heart-healthy dried treats that make ideal holiday gifts.
Pop a few Trader Joe’s dehydrated snacks into a stocking, gift basket, or hostess gift, and you’ve got a thoughtful, affordable present that’s both delicious and lets your recipient know that you care about their health. P
rices start under $4 each so you can easily stay under $10 to $20 for a grouping. I especially love their Freeze-Dried Fig Slices and crunchy Dried Okra, but I’ve also added a fe
w new favorites: raw almonds, lightly salted pistachios, soft-and-juicy dried mango, tart freeze-dried strawberries, and their classic nut-and-fruit trail mix.
They’re delicious, affordable and make fantastic stocking stuffers for anyone trying to eat healthier. I even told my kids to grab these for me instead of candy this year – proof that a wholesome snack can still feel like a treat.
Healthy, tasty, holiday-ready – and inexpensive. That’s my kind of gift. At all Trader Joe’s around DFW.
CAMPFIRE TO COCKTAIL HOUR
Ready for a party, on the trail or at home?
The Defiant 300 Lumen LED lantern with built-in strand lights from Home Depot is one of those clever, do-it-all finds you’ll reach for again and again. Part practical lantern, part instant party lighting, it gives you a bright LED 300 lumens when you need it and a cozy string-light glow when you want to set the mood.
Perfect for patios, camping trips, backyard dinners, or emergency kits, it’s rechargeable, portable, and surprisingly versatile. Unspool the strand lights for a little outdoor magic, then wind it all back up into one tidy lantern.
Affordable, energy-efficient, and endlessly useful, this is the kind of gift that feels fun now and handy later. Perfect for kids and tweens too. Includes battery and charger. Similar puck light/strand lights also available from Defiant. Both on SALE for $14.88, marked down from around $30. Check HomeDepot.com or your local store for details.
SWAG TO GO
Our friends Keith Bailey and Mark Fuentes at White Rock Soap Gallery have a last-minute gift idea that we have featured before but is worth repeating because they are so darn cute: their customizable Swag Box is a ready-to-go gift that is ideal for just about anyone – and now at 25 percent savings.
Each box includes five thoughtfully made essentials: a vegan, all-natural soap, a clean-burning soy wax candle, lip balm, a salve stick, and either bath salts or a sugar scrub. Everything comes beautifully packaged in a gift box with labels for any occasion, from holidays like Christmas, Hanukkah, and Feliz Navidad to birthdays, congratulations (for mid-year graduates), and everyday well wishes.
The Swag Box can be built in-store or online, and customers are encouraged to mix and match items to create just the right combination.
Priced at $18 (MSRP $24), it’s an affordable, feel-good gift, with extra savings when buying multiples: $1 off each when purchasing two or more, and $2 off each when purchasing five or more. In a rush, order ahead online at WhiteRockSoapGallery.com and then pick up at White Rock Soap Gallery locations in Lake Highlands, Oak Cliff and McKinney.
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