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7 Plantito and plantita gifts that aren’t halaman
’Tis the season to give back to our loved ones for helping us get through 2020, but do you know what else got many of us through the year? Plants!
Some plant babies might be too pricey to get as presents, so here are some affordable and functional plant-inspired gift ideas that your plantita and plantito friends can use everyday:
1. Plant plushies
No matter how much you love your plants, you can’t hug them or take them with you to bed.
However, Plantastic Plush makes adorable and aesthetically-pleasing throw pillows that come in the shape of some of your favorite plants like aroids and rhododendrons. Prices range from P350-P500.
2. Keychain plant plushies
What about hanging a plushy of your favorite leaf from your purse or your keys?
If you’re on a budget, Plantastic Plush also makes cute plushy keychains at only P100.
3. Tropicalia inspired polo shirts
Let’s not forget about our plantitos.
Polo Loco Manila sells some super pogi leaf-print shirts that would be perfect for casual and semi-formal parties.
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4. Plant-inspired jewelry
There are plenty of online shops that sell cute jewelry that say “I love plants.”
“Unang Hirit” featured some flower-inspired earrings and leaf charm bracelets all made entirely by online entrepreneur Hazel Reyes. Prices range from P150-P650.
5. Statement t-shirt
If you’re a proud hala-mom, don’t be afraid to show it — or, in this case, wear it.
How’s about giftin your plantita friend with a cute shirt that says “Home is where my plants are,” available at Hazel’s shop at only P199.
6. Personalized tote bag
Tote bags are both functional and easy-to-use, especially in the new normal.
Hazel also sells personalized tote bags on which you can have anything printed, including a picture of your friend’s all-time favorite plant.
7. Customized cups
Your friend will totally remember you if you given them some plant-inspired kitchenware like cups and coasters.
Hazel, who loves pottery, also happens to make customized cups out of clay that feature some of the gorgeous house plants you just love seeing around the house.
— Margaret Claire Layug/LA, GMA News