Sustainability

AT HANDMADE HIPPO

At Handmade Hippo, sustainability is not just a buzzword—it's central to how I run my business.

From the products I create to the way I package and ship them, I strive to make eco-friendly choices every step of the way. I believe in providing high-quality, handmade children’s products that are built to last, helping reduce waste and support a more sustainable lifestyle for families.

Here are the specific steps I take to make Handmade Hippo as eco-friendly as possible:

  • My home office and all the machinery I use to create products are powered by 100% renewable energy, reducing my carbon footprint.

  • All my packaging is designed to be plastic-free. I use recycled materials for packaging wherever possible, ensuring that it can be easily recycled again after use.

  • I print packaging for items like muslin swaddles, scrunchies, and tea towels in-house. This reduces waste and ensures my processes are as sustainable as possible by eliminating unnecessary transportation and packaging waste.

  • My reusable bamboo wipes and scrunchies are made from fabric remnants left over from other products. This prevents perfectly usable material from going to waste and reduces the need for new fabric.

  • For personalised products such as banners, I use eco-friendly heat transfer vinyl, minimising the environmental impact of my custom designs.

  • From memory blankets made from cherished old clothes to versatile, long-lasting children’s products, everything at Handmade Hippo is designed to be sustainable. I focus on creating durable, high-quality items that you can treasure for years to come, reducing the need for frequent replacements and minimising waste.

  • I’ve partnered with Ecologi to offset my carbon emissions. Through this partnership, I help fund tree planting projects around the world. When you shop with Handmade Hippo, you can choose to plant a tree with your order, helping make a positive impact on the planet.

By making these eco-conscious choices, I hope to inspire other families to take small steps toward a more sustainable lifestyle. At Handmade Hippo, I'm passionate about making a positive difference—both in the products I create and in the way I run my business.