To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at Greenville Reporter 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) Plush Hooded Animal Cape - Lobster
This plush hooded animal cape brings charming softness to play time. Designed in Belgium and crafted by hand, it’s a sweet and snuggly way to dress up or chill out. Kids can channel their wild side by pulling on a cape and tucking their hands into its perfectly-sized paws. Time to unwind? It also works as a cozy security blanket with personality.
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) Men's Wool Felt Slippers
Step into a pair of handcrafted men’s wool felt slippers and step into something good. Made by Nepalese women with natural wool from New Zealand sheep and Himayalan buffalo leather soles, the simple slip-on slippers keep feet warm in the winter and cool in the summer.
4) Ceramic Cooking & Serving Tagine Pot
This tagine pot is perfect for cooking and serving food at home. The dome-shaped lid allows for the ingredients within the pot to steam out, creating flavorful meals. Kamsah's proprietary handcrafting process ensures that your tagines are of the highest quality with absolutely no aesthetic defects. Each piece is made by local women for a fair wage in Nabeul, Tunisia, a city that’s been making renowned ceramics for centuries. And Kamsah supports the region even further, giving 10% of its profits to causes that benefit its artisans.
5) French Rolling Pin
The French Rolling Pin’s long, elegant design features ends that taper to a slender point. Circular rotation is a breeze, making it ideal for quick work.