To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at East Central Iowa News 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) Oryx Brass Bracelet
The Base Project connects artisans in the developing world with the U.S. fashion market, helping those artists afford things like healthcare and education. Their brass bracelets, made in NY, feature etchings of Namibian tribal designs.
2) Lacquer-Embossed Leather Key Case - Black
This leather key case is carefully handmade in Japan by artisans who practice traditional methods that date back to 1582. Originally used as a way to decorate and boost the durability of leather pieces on Samurai armor, lacquer is embossed onto supple deerskin leather for a beautiful layer of protection. The intricate design gives the case a distinctive finish and makes one a gift rich in history.
3) Medium Quilted Jewelry Case
WOLF 1834: Medium Quilted Jewelry Case - Ivory
4) Advanced Paper Quilling Card Kit
Quilling Card: Advanced Paper Quilling Card Kit - Cherry Blossom
5) Healing Honey Stick
Life Elements: Healing Honey Stick - 0.5 oz
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