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Season of Giving: Discover Unique Holiday Treasures from The Forge Community

December 14, 2023

As the festive season unfolds, we want to celebrate the joy of giving by supporting small businesses making big waves in innovation and sustainability. This holiday, choose gifts that not only delight your loved ones, but contribute to the growth of passionate entrepreneurs. From tech-savvy plant monitors to personalized fragrances, each of these companies offer unique products that embody creativity, care, and community spirit. 

Give the Gift of Green Thumb: EarthOne’s Plant Monitor for Flourishing Gardens

If you’ve ever felt like you were a plant’s worst nightmare, EarthOne is here to change that narrative. This holiday season, transform someone’s home into a thriving green oasis with the EarthOne Plant Monitor.

Many plant enthusiasts face the challenge of not knowing exactly what their leafy friends need. EarthOne’s innovative solution is a game-changer. With its state-of-the-art plant monitor, you can now give the gift of knowledge and care. This handy device plugs directly into the soil and tracks vital health metrics like soil moisture, humidity, temperature, and light exposure. It’s perfect for both seasoned gardeners and those who are just starting out.

The EarthOne Plant Monitor is more than just a gadget; it’s a personal plant care assistant. Its dirt and water-resistant design, long battery life, and USB-C charging make it a practical and durable choice. Paired with the companion app, it provides real-time insights and notifications to ensure that plants are always at their best.



Celebrate this holiday season by giving the EarthOne Plant Monitor to the plant lovers in your life. With a special 40% holiday discount, it’s the perfect time to help friends and family turn their homes into lush, green sanctuaries. EarthOne isn’t just a product; it’s a promise of a greener, happier home.

Give the Gift of Individuality: FOOPE Fragrances, Personalized Scents for a Sustainable Celebration

This holiday, delight the senses with FOOPE Fragrances, the pioneering clean scent brand for Gen Z. Offering an array of vegan, sustainable, and uniquely crafted fragrances, FOOPE is the perfect gift for those seeking to express their individuality through scent.

With the FOOPE Fragrance Quiz, gift-giving becomes a personalized adventure, matching loved ones with a fragrance that perfectly aligns with their preferences. These genderless, long-lasting scents are not just fragrances; they’re a movement towards a more ethical, inclusive, and environmentally conscious world.

Gift a FOOPE fragrance this season; embrace the joy of a ‘scenty Christmas and juicy New Year’. 

Give the Gift of Exploration: Jetson Infinity’s Robotic Arm Kit, Igniting Curiosity and Coding Skills

Jetson Infinity stands at the forefront of educational innovation with its robotic arms, bringing the future of robotics into today’s learning environments. Designed for both students and professionals passionate about coding, these portable robotic arms are not just tools; they’re gateways to a universe of creativity and futuristic skills.

Jetson Infinity’s mission is to prepare its users for the careers of tomorrow by providing hands-on learning experiences in fields like space robotics, industry 4.0, medical cobots, and animatronics. Their easy-to-program robotic arms, available through an online app store, empower users to build their own creative solutions, blending learning with fun.



Each Jetson robotic arm kit is a marvel of engineering, featuring:

  • A lightweight and compact design (0.9kg, 43cm x 15cm x 14cm)
  • 5 degrees of freedom plus a gripper, crafted from user-friendly aluminum alloy
  • Programmable controller and software (Python & Lobot)
  • Remote controller & mouse control, along with all necessary cables
  • An instruction manual detailing coding techniques
  • Custom innovator card featuring inspiring figures like Einstein and Marie Curie

This holiday, give the gift of knowledge and innovation with a Jetson Infinity robotic arm kit. Perfect for those passionate about robotics and coding, these kits are a stepping stone into the fascinating world of technology and engineering. Order now and ignite a spark of creativity and learning that will last a lifetime.

Give the Gift of Peak Performance: AI Endurance’s Customized Training for Athletic Success

AI Endurance is revolutionizing the way athletes train for endurance sports. Whether it’s running, cycling, or triathlon, AI Endurance’s proprietary machine learning algorithm offers a personalized training regimen, making it the ideal gift for sports enthusiasts this holiday season.

With a scientific, data-driven approach, AI Endurance ensures that every training plan is optimized for the individual’s performance goals. Their app creates AI-customized training schedules, providing precise workout instructions directly to your device. This personalized coaching is ideal for athletes at any level, from beginners to seasoned competitors.

Photo of the application dashboard

Gift a subscription to AI Endurance and empower your loved ones to reach new heights in their athletic pursuits. This holiday, let AI Endurance be the coach that guides your loved ones to their personal best.

Give the Gift of Warmth and Hope: Toques from The Heart, Stylish Toques for a Noble Cause

This holiday season, extend the warmth of your heart with a thoughtful gift from Toques from The Heart. This remarkable social enterprise continues its mission to keep Canadians warm, one toque at a time. By choosing a toque from their collection, you not only gift a stylish and comfortable accessory but also contribute to a great cause.

Toques from The Heart operates on a simple yet impactful principle: for every toque purchased, another is donated to a Canadian experiencing homelessness. This year, they aim to donate 35,000 toques, reflecting the number of individuals facing homelessness each night across the country. Their initiative is more than a business—it’s a commitment to community and care.

Their lineup features an array of toques to suit various tastes and needs. From the newly released Merino Wool line, perfect for those seeking luxury and comfort, to the hockey team-themed toques for sports enthusiasts, there’s a style for everyone. Each toque is not just a fashion statement; it’s a beacon of hope and solidarity.

Join the dedicated team of Toques from The Heart, driven by their entrepreneurial spirit and compassion, in making a real difference this winter. Gift a toque from their collection and partake in a movement of warmth and generosity that extends beyond the holiday season.

Embracing the Spirit of Giving

Each purchase from these forward-thinking Forge clients isn’t just a transaction; it’s a nod to small businesses, an applause for entrepreneurial drive, and a step towards a more sustainable, creative world. By choosing gifts from EarthOne, FOOPE, Jetson Infinity, AI Endurance, and Toques from The Heart, you’re not just pleasing your loved ones; you’re also backing the aspirations of passionate innovators. This holiday season, let’s celebrate the joy of giving in a way that extends beyond the festivities, nurturing a community spirit that uplifts and encourages.

Happy holidays, and may your days be merry, meaningful, and bright with the spirit of The Forge!