SEACOAST LATELY’S HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: LOCALLY MADE GIFTS!
Locally-made gifts sold at local boutiques?? That’s a double-win in our books!
Local artists and makers continue to sweep us off our feet with the beautiful, well-crafted products they create. So without further ado, let’s browse some lovely locally made goods!
Designed in Maine. Hand sewn in Maine. Sold in Maine. Loving this cutie collab between Sea Bags, Sara Fitz, and Daytrip Society! Exclusively sold at Daytrip Society—in-store and online!
A perfectly lovely and unique piece in which to hold all of your favorite jewelry. Handmade in Maine by Nero Made.
Home décor is all the rage in 2020, so why not add a little pizzaz to the front steps with one of STERNLINES’ best sellers—Lobster Rope Doormats!? Designed to withstand several years of New England winters and heavy foot traffic, these doormats are made in Maine in a variety of color options. Gift wrapping available.
Swan’s Island Company’s new “Rangeley Throw” is an organic washable wool blanket that is irresistibly soft, with contemporary style and design. Available in three sizes. 100% Made in Maine!
An artisan’s take on a classic—these hand-forged 14kt gold fill + sterling silver Corus Hoops from Amy Vander Els bring a fresh, distinctive approach to a timeless look. Handmade in Amesbury, Massachusetts.
The ESCAPE Bag by Forestbound is your perfect weekend travel companion—durable, roomy, and made right here in New England! Stay tuned for an upcoming Black Friday Sale on Forestbound’s social media accounts!
This gift is perfect for all of the wine and beer enthusiasts in our lives! Pop by Coastal Wine to custom design and assemble a custom wine box in the size of your choosing, or order online and this Ogunquit wine boutique will take care of the rest!
Boxes are all crafted by a local woodworker. Pick-up and local delivery are available.
This 500 piece New Hampshire state jigsaw puzzle from Brainstorm Puzzle Co. will take you on a creative, memorable tour, piece by piece, around the land of “live free or die!” Made in the USA.
This sweet little basket from Mae in Maine is a beautiful vessel in which to hold all of your essentials before heading out the door!
Featuring images from popular painting collection “Lobster Abstracted,” these note cards from Betty Louise Studio are the perfect way in which to send a piece of coastal Maine to friends both near and far! Made in Maine.
This structured tote from Maine Leather Co. is a spacious, sturdy, and stylish carry all. This popular and classic bag features solid brass hardware and three width choices for the adjustable shoulder straps. Available in black and brown leather.
Fresh from the pine forests of Maine, comes a brisk flavor to complement your beverage making! 3oz or 8oz size bottles available—both with recipes included!
Atlantic Sea Farms’ raw, clean, fresh Maine seaweed shines in this mild, hand-crafted kimchi. With perfect texture and balanced spice, this Sea-Chi is a completely unique and delicious way to add variety to any dish. Learn more about this Maine business and how it is positively impacting our environment!
Add a little moon magic to your home or office with this shiny moon penned from YARROW! Designed and hand-printed in western Massachusetts, this cute 9″ x 11″ wool felt pennant is sure to dazzle any space!
From Pint Club subscriptions to corporate gifts, Rococo Ice Cream is sure to delight every person on your list! Rococo’s deliciously creative annual holiday flavors debut in December, but the classics are always available!
Buttery and soft, the leather Izzy Wristlet from Lara B. Designs is perfect for an evening out, boutique hopping, or a casual day on-the-town! Detach the wristlet and use as a clutch or pouch in your tote.
Have you ever tried a fresh-milled pretzel? One Mighty Mill is making pretzels like they did before the industrial revolution—with organically grown whole grains, stone milled daily! Wheat grown by our local Maine farmers and stone-milled in Massachusetts.
Made with carefully chosen natural ingredients, Beedandy’s super moisturizing solid formula restores dry, cracked skin and is ideal for hands, feet, knees and elbows! Made in Maine.
The Sea Desk Calendar from El’s Cards features hand painted watercolor designs inspired by coastal living! Created and printed in Greenland, New Hampshire. Available online.
Railroad Stripe Waxed Denim Clutch
Whether you’re headed to the office, a date night out, or just want to look and feel good while running errands, this simple striped waxed denim and leather Wristlet Pouch from Lindsay Jordan Handmade offers a timeless minimalist style while easily carrying all your essentials!
The Cuff Eternity Scarf is unique spin on a classic scarf by BXB by Jenny Buxton. At 60″ long, and with a beautiful variety of patterns available, this eternity cuffed scarf is the perfect addition to fall and winter! Each leather cuff that comes with each scarf is made from vintage upcycled belts and are typically worn around the scarf as an added embellishment.
Therapeutic Sensory Boxes from local business Where Creativity Sparks are designed to spark joy for children of all ages. Each box can help spark childrens’ learning in speech, self regulation, imagination, and play skills.✨
This exfoliating salt scrub was designed to pair with Island Apothecary’s beloved Floral Body Oil. Each scrub is hand-crafted to capture the smell of a Maine summer with notes of lavender, rose, and rosemary.
Vaalbara’s best selling Indigo clutch is handmade with vintage mud cloth blankets and hand-dyed indigo fabric, and is lined with recycled plastic bottle material. Available in-store and online!
Inspired by the West Quoddy Head Light in Lubec, Maine, Hills & Trails’ Land & Sea design is printed on a soft, triblend tee at its Biddeford, Maine studio. Available in a variety of sizes in-store and online.
These handcrafted buoy ornaments from Thirdlee are made of needle-felted wool and locally collected driftwood. Each ornament has a wire loop which hangs beautifully as a holiday ornament, or a tie-on to a special gift.
Custom color combos are possible! Fill out this form and artist Michelle will get back to you.
Clutch Towels are thoughtfully-designed microfiber beach and sport towels that are super-absorbent, quick-drying and ultra-compact. They make great gifts for your favorite swimmer, beachgoer, boater, hiker, tennis player, golfer, or dog!
Believe it or not, these beautiful bags, clutches, and totes are hand-crafted right here in Portsmouth and in Rye! A variety of sizes and styles are available at Birch.
A lovely addition to your home or workspace, this print featuring Portsmouth, New Hampshire’s zip code is simple, versatile, and clean. Available framed and unframed.
Our brand new LOCAL tote is designed and manufactured by local artists right here on the Seacoast! Tote around your love for Maine and New Hampshire all year long!
CHEERS TO SHOPPING LOCALLY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!
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