Hospice Isle of Man is encouraging shoppers to be ' eco-friendly' when buying Christmas presents.
Retail Manager, Alison Lester, is urging people to think before they spend.
The charity is hoping to end the misconception that charity shops are full of unwanted and unloved items.
A spokesman is reminding people that when you buy from them, "you get something unique".
Alison added that the money they raise stays on the Island.
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