A fresh bamboo cutting board is always a welcome addition to the kitchen. Light, dishwasher safe and available in a wide variety of sizes and shapes to match every preference!

Wrap n mats are great for people who bring their lunch to work, especially if they tend to eat away from a table. The Wrap n mat holds your sandwich, and then functions as a placemat. Zero-waste!

Along the same lines, a stainless steel bento box lets you bring yummie lunches neatly, and in style.

Kids can get in the fun, too with adorable Yubo lunch boxes. The changeable faceplates -- and there are some really fun choices! -- means they can have variety. BPA-free, and the included ice pack means that moms can be sure the food is safe.

The great thing about the previous three gifts is that you avoid the plastic baggie. Another way you can avoid them is with pyrex glass refrigerator storage containers. Go from the frig to the oven to the freezer -- plus they have a cute retro look. You can make them even more festive by filling them with holiday candy or cookie!

If you know someone who just can't give up the plastic bags, then this is a must have message gift: the counter top bag dryer. This one from Gaiam is made from sustainably harvested birch and ash woods! (Full disclosure: I've said many times I'll never have one. I know it's the right thing but reusing plastic bags is still not my favorite. Just saying.)

Best of all? Say no to wasteful wrapping paper, but keep it festive by putting your gift in a colorful reusable shopping bag!