Here are some ideas for wonderful gifts made in New England. I hope that you find just the right items for your loved ones.
I love finding gifts made locally, so that we can support our neighbors’ businesses and find something unique to share with the special people in our lives.
Noted Candles
A Fireside Embers candle from Noted in South Boston might be the perfect gift during the cold weather season. Here’s the company’s description of their soy wax candle: “Smoky and spicy with deep wood undertones.”
Another appealing option is Sea Salt Sage: “Fresh sea salt mingled with sage and bergamot.”
There are plenty of other candle options and reed fragrance diffusers. Maybe you’d rather give Cedar Vetiver or Vanilla Amber. I like the simple glass jars.
Noted uses clean burning, nontoxic materials and reused packing materials. Glass jars can be returned to the company for reward points.
Watercolor Veggie Design Tea Towels
Brighten someone’s space with a beautiful tea towel from The Ahlgren Collage in Boston. You can purchase a set of four with a watercolor veggie design, a set of two of your design choice or purchase a single beautiful towel. They are unique and will surely make someone happy.
Local Honey
Give someone special a jar of Andover Bees honey to sweeten their afternoon tea.
You could also opt for whipped honey or a honey selection in their holiday gift tin.
Wampum Keychain and Bottle Opener
Not only is this keychain beautiful, with its decorative round slice of purple and white Quahog shell, it comes with a handy bottle opener. Made by a Clammer Creations artist from Martha’s Vineyard, this keychain is a great gift for someone who likes to sip an occasional local brew.
Le Bird Peony Vase
The Le Bird Peony Vase, made by Jill Rosenwald of Boston, is a special gift for someone who loves having a vase of fresh flowers in their home.
You can get a sense of how it would look with flowers in the photo of this lovely blue, white and orange peony vase. Jill also sells peony vases in Delft and pink designs.
Vermont House Shoes
Take the traditional holiday slipper gift to a new level and give a pair of Vermont house shoes. Made from comfortable leather, with a layer of cushion and lined with merino wool, these shoes will provide comfort and warmth. Give a pair of mules, loafers or high tops.
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