Delegates walking past the Brighton Centre were surprised to be handed the gift of a sapling silver birch tree in a bag.

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The FIG Tree in Garstang features a Fairtrade heritage exhibition, cafe and gift shop.

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As is the selection of children's books (perennial favorites like "Curious George, " "Madeline" and "The Giving Tree") at Burlap, the intriguing Cobble Hill clothing and gift shop.

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For a fun activity to do with the whole family, check out our homemade holiday greeting card and DIY Christmas cracker tutorials, and before putting your gifts under the tree, don't miss our guide to eco-friendly gift wrap alternatives.

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There's a cast iron Boston Terrier doorstop. (A gift from me on her last birthday.) There's even a miniature ceramic Christmas tree enwreathed in Boston Terriers instead of tinsel.

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