25 Sustainable Home Decor Gifts that Last

If you’re buying something for a new homeowner this Christmas, or even someone who just loves to nest, our list of sustainable home decor gifts will be your go-to guide. When purchasing someone a present for their home, you want to ensure that it’s a gift that will bring them joy for years to come. You want a unique piece of home decor they can be proud to show off to relatives and friends – a gift that’s guaranteed not to fade, unravel, rip, or break.

At BuyMeOnce, we only stock home decor gifts that last, from artisans around the world. From organic Turkish cotton throws, to sturdy linen bed sheets, to (nearly) everlasting designer light bulbs and ethically made rugs, you’re sure to find the perfect sustainable home decor piece for everyone on your list.

Sustainable Blankets and Throws

Throws and blankets are the ultimate cozy home decor gift – perfect for movie marathons and for some much needed couch snuggling!

This Idil peshtemal featured above a blend of bamboo and cotton for a truly soft snuggle.

The Ela is a beautiful, slightly thicker mustard throw woven in a jacquard pattern. It’s perfect for winter.

This cozy 100% organic cotton throw is great year round as it can be used on its own or layered with others for superior warmth.

Linen blankets make great lasting gifts as linen one of the strongest fabrics on the market. This Larkspur blanket is a beautiful transitional piece.

The versatile and stylish Nil peshtemal can be used as a throw, scarf, wrap, sarong, or even as a towel or knotted bag!

Long Lasting Bed Linens

While they may not seem like a flashy home decor gift, you shouldn’t overlook long lasting, ethical bed linens. Linens are a wonderful gift that show you care about the quality of your recipient’s sleep.

This double duvet and pillowcase set pictured above is made from strong, soft linen and is guaranteed for 50 years!

These heavenly organic sateen sheets transcend seasons – one side is supple, silky and beautifully luxurious, perfect for cooler nights, while the other side is slightly matte for warmer climes.

Pair your sheets with these sustainable percale pillowcases made from 100% organic cotton.

Does your giftee often complain about being cold at night? They’ll love these luxurious flannel sheets!

These wonderfully soft linen chambray sheets are breathable and absorb moisture, perfect for those who find their bed too warm.

Ethical Bed and Couch Cushions

Cushions are not just decorative and built to complement other soft furnishings in the room, they also serve a functional purpose of supporting backs, necks and heads. They’re an excellent home decor gift you can personalize to each individual!

Muna make beautiful handmade wool cushion covers, that come in a variety of designs, so you can match it to their taste.

This solid-colored, chunky woven pillow is understated and timeless with a lively sense of pattern that can easily be layered within a wider color scheme.

The Amador pillow cover, with its bold weave and distinctive stripes, would look at home on either couch or bed.

Got a reader on your list? The shape of this braided pillow is designed to create visual drama on the bed and offer support whilst reading and lounging.

The kids deserve a little home decor flair too – they’ll love one of these adorable pillows featuring fun animal prints!

These chunky tasseled crocheted pillow covers are made from 100% organic cotton and feature unique coconut shell buttons.

Long Lasting Lighting & Audio

These lasting lighting and audio products are perhaps slightly more practical, but they’re also some of the most talked about home decor gifts on our site. We bet the recipient can’t guess how long our light bulbs last!

Are they an audiophile or a frequent festival goer? They’ll fall for this portable bluetooth speaker boasting 30 hours of battery life.

This LED light bulb is the world's first designer low energy bulb and promises a lifetime of 20,000 hours. Why not pick up a beautiful pendant fitting to go along with it?

The unique design of this light bulb cleverly simulates the warm, flattering glow of candlelight with the practical benefits of a spotlight. Did we mention it lasts 10,000 hours?

Handwoven, Ethical Rugs

Rugs can liven up any dull space with a touch of elegance and really show off the homeowner’s individuality. Our handwoven rugs make a unique and ethical home decor gift and are the perfect housewarming treat. 

The Felce is inspired by nature. Its contemporary design is made with a nuno-felting technique – a mix of traditional wet felting and needle felting.

This handwoven rug is made from 100% wool with a simple, yet elegant design that would suit any space.

Bird lovers will adore the delicate design of the Passero rug, which features a sparrow and blossoming branches.

This 100% sheep’s wool rug is handwoven with beautiful blue magnolia flowers, bringing bold color to any room.

One of our most popular home decor gift is pictured above - this ethical rug features simple horizontal stripes.

Didn’t find anything you love here? 

Be sure to check out our home furnishers gifting section for even more long-lasting gift inspiration!