Hello again eggnog, sleigh bells and snow! Or maybe it’s rum punch, white sand, and palm trees decorated with twinkling lights. Wherever you celebrate it’s that time of year again. Dinners, festivities, and of course gift giving. Finding that perfect present can be stressful. It’s a true art.
Now that the pressure is on, don’t panic. Choose off our curated gift list that will delight everyone from your fave foodie to your fashionista to your DIY obsessed bestie. Now, get shopping!
Garlic & Herb Wreath from Blue Quail
Arriving from the cold with wreath in hand for your host is like becoming a character from A Christmas Carol. This year, elevate your Dickensian gift-giving game to a new level with this stunning and edible Blue Quail Garlic & Herb Wreath. The aroma fills the room, and its beauty lasts for weeks. The lucky chef can pluck fresh rosemary, garlic, and thyme for their Christmas goose. Don’t forget to add a bottle of wine to the gift to round out the holiday feast. We recommend the Blue Quail Old Vine Zinfandel, “beautifully proportioned, but purposefully restrained,” a limited production wine that pairs with dinner parties year-round.
https://bluequail.com/collections/bay-leaf-wreaths-garlands-swags
Orphan Ten Pottery
Pottery shards tell the story of civilizations past. This is what drew artist Shannon Kelly into the world of pottery. Each of her delicate and stunning pieces is a work of art which tells the stories of her family, life, and surroundings. Once you give a piece to a loved one, they become part of its story as well. Everything Kelly makes is unique or, as she puts it “few of a kind.” She releases her designs four times a year so be sure to sign up for the mailing list to find out when her coveted winter creations will debut.
SSKEIN Baby Alpaca Beanie
A warm, cozy beanie is a staple of long plane rides and winter travelers. SSKEIN creates vibrant, luxurious hats using high quality baby alpaca fleece sourced from sustainable vendors. The colors are rich and make cold weather wardrobes pop – choose from scarlet, amber, cameo pink, green envy, and more. Bonus! When you give the gift of SSKEIN you become part of their Beloved Beanie campaign. For each hat purchased, they donate a warm hat to Mary’s Place, a non-profit helping families out of homelessness.
Cook Real Hawai’i
The minute you open this gorgeous cookbook, the warm Hawaiian breezes will waft into your kitchen. Cook Real Hawai’i brings Chef Sheldon Simeon’s recipes from Maui’s Tin Roof into your home. These dishes are comforting, delicious, colorful, and full of flavor. The best way to enjoy these pupus, mixed plates, and mains is ‘ohana style. And that’s what the holidays are all about – family.
The Works Seattle DIY Kits
The Works Seattle is a nurturing and crafty space where artists come together to learn and explore making beautiful things. Their motto, “Everyone is welcome at The Works, always,” captures that spirit. If you’re not a Seattle local, you’re still invited to join the creative movement. Their DIY kits are chic and unique – a thoughtful gift for hosts, budding artists, and anyone who loves to turn their home into an art studio. DIY Bath Bombs, Beeswax Wraps, Gourmet Garden, Strawberry Mochi, Cookie Decorating or our fave—Indigo Shibori—are all available to ship.
Panama pocket notebook
Indiana Jones meets Patrick Leigh Fermor with the Panama pocket notebook. This vintage-style leather journal is handcrafted in England using the finest cross-grain leather. Inspired by the Panama Agenda invented in 1908, this thought-collector is titled “Travels and Experiences”—the perfect travel companion for the adventurers on your holiday list.
Nodpod eye mask
The dreaded red eye flight is part of travel, unfortunately. How do travelers battle these restless, sleepless flights? Try the Nodpod eye mask. Designed to help light sleepers this mask is weighted to give extra comfort and keep out the light. The mask can be secured with its pull-through slit and is also effective just draped over the eyes. The heaviness promotes a deeper, more restful slumber, just like in your own bed. Hello Hong Kong, good-bye jet lag!
https://nodpod.com/
Shaggy – Christmas in the Islands Deluxe Edition
https://urbanislandz.com/2021/10/25/shaggy-drops-christmas-in-the-islands-album-deluxe/
Wish you could be in Jamaica this holiday? So do we! If it’s not possible to be on island time this season pick up the deluxe edition of Shaggy’s Christmas in the Islands. One of the best holiday albums of the decade – the vibe will transport revelers to the Caribbean from the first few mellow chords. Classic and original songs plus plenty of guest appearances by music icons like Junior Reid and Rayvon. Mix up a rum punch and turn up “Raggamuffin Christmas” to get “Warm and Easy.”
Arlo Skye luggage
For a wow factor gift, look no farther than Arlo Skye luggage. Your bags will practically jump off the baggage claim conveyor belt, or at least the colors will stand out from the crowd of boring business fare. Choose from Zipper Carry-On Max, Zipper Carry-On Max with Front Pocket, or Zipper Check In. Some colors have groovy interior patterns, and all have impact-resistant polycarbonate exterior, tamper-proof double-coil outer zippers, whisper-quiet wheels, an integrated TSA-approved combination lock, a removable power bank, and an anti-microbial interior lining, plus a phone charger that boosts batteries half-way in under 30 minutes. For a real jaw-dropper—gift the whole set.
Urban Map Glass
On the rocks, please! Sip that favorite spirit from an elegantly etched cocktail glass. Choose from popular urban cities in the U.S. and Canada. Mix and match to remember past vacations or collect four of the same and show your city pride. This is a great gift for mixologists, map enthusiasts, or just friends who love to collect conversation-starting barware. Mixers not included.