To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at North Country Leader asked our friends at The Grommet for their latest and greatest practical gift suggestions for 2021.
These guides are geared towards specific interests. You’ll be able to find something for even the toughest person on your Christmas shopping list.
Top 5 Handcrafted Gifts
1) Goat Milk Soap - Set of 2
The key to cleaning hard-working hands? Goat milk soap that is handcrafted in small batches on a family farm. This set of made-in-California soaps combines goat milk with other natural ingredients like olive oil and ground walnut shells for exfoliation. The soap gets tough on epoxy, grease, and other stubborn, stuck-on messes while leaving hands moisturized. It’s great for gardeners, mechanics, DIY-ers, or anyone who wants a natural and effective way to wash up.
2) Etched Leather Map Journal - International Cities
A modern take on an ancient craft, this Made in the USA etched leather notebook cover showcases your favorite international city. The supple leather hides are sourced from a local Milwaukee tannery, then hand cut and laser-engraved with antique, early 20th-century maps of cities around the world. The included Moleskine notebook is replaceable, so you can always carry your thoughts in something beautiful that’s Made for a Lifetime.
3) Alembic Copper Still
Home distilling is easy—and attractive—with this striking copper and brass still. Handcrafted with care by artisans in India for fair wages, the design is fashioned after the ancient alembic still. While not in use making batches of brandy, whiskey, and other spirits (you can even use it to make essential oils!), it serves as a striking piece of home décor.
4) Money Clip
Customizable nautical chart and map money clip handcrafted in Portland, Maine.
5) Choose Your Moon Phase Necklace - Classic Design
Moonglow: Choose Your Moon Phase Necklace - Classic Design - Third Quarter, 6D
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