2019 Holiday Gift Guide
November 4, 2019
2019 Holiday Gift Guide

7 Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

Stop by our East Village shop to discover gift-worthy handmade goods this holiday season. Plus, we’ve created this gift guide to inspire unique ideas for that hard-to-buy-for friend, hostess, or gardening enthusiast.

1. The Bookworm

For those who prefer to stay in with a good book, a cup of tea and a scented candle. 

  • Cast Iron Bird Teapot, Evergreen: $28.50
  • Botanical Blend Tea, Gong Fu Tea: $15 per bag
  • Stainless Steel Tea Infuser, Cypress Home: $10
  • 8 oz. Cascade Candle, Northern Lights: $27
  • Assorted gardening books: Various authors, $10-$50

2. The Gardener

For those always planning their gardens, potting up houseplants or learning about horticultural tips and trends.

  • Plant Mister, Evergreen: $12
  • Solar-powered Winter Bird Lantern, Evergreen: $19.50
  • Botanical Garden Logo Terracota Pot, Eric Petersen Pottery made with Iowa clay, 4”-10”: $12-$22
  • Assorted gardening books (Featured: The Art of Gardnening by R. William Thomas): Prices vary

3. The Interior Designer

For those with an eye for design who enjoy decorating with unique home accents.

  • Ceramic Flower Wall Decor, Evergreen: $28-$54
  • Isla Enameled Trinket Dish, Evergreen: $17-$32
  • Incense with Burner, Skeem Designs: $28

4. The Hostess

For those who always host the holiday gatherings.

  • Ceramic 6” Appetizer Plate with Caddy, Cypress Home: $45
  • Flour Stacking Kitchen Towel, Paper Sharks: Assorted designs, $12
  • Accent decor, $6-$14

5. The Jewelry-lover

For those who love adding a creative, eye-catching accent to any outfit.

  • Earrings, Morphew Designs, made in Iowa: $20-65
  • Bracelets, Jade Art, made in Colorado: $37

6. The Kids

For those who look forward to unwrapping a new toy or game during the holidays.

  • Wool Felt Multi-color Garland, Creative Co-Op: 72” $15
  • Sustainable Play Mini Game, PlanToys: Assorted, $12
  • Woodland Jigsaw, Floss & Rock: 25 pieces, $7.50
  • Assorted Rocks, GeoCentral: $2
  • Crystal Cupcakes, GeoCentral: Varied styles, $14-$19

7. The Creative

For those who always have a pen and notebook on hand to journal or plan their next project.

  • Notebooks, Studio Oh!: $11
  • Weekly Desk Pad, Justina Blakeney: $9.50
  • “Live Inspired” One Week of Motto Pencils, Compendium: $19.50

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