To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at River Bend Times 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) Art Glass Terrarium Orb

ApricotMint: Art Glass Terrarium Orb - Lake Green - 10"
2) Layered Tassel Necklace

These Jazz Age-inspired necklaces are crafted by artisans in Ecuador in return for a living wage. Two hand dyed, richly colored leather tassels at different lengths make for a layered look, while an açaí seed adds visual interest.
3) Sand Etched Latitude and Longitude Pint Glass

Let these personalized pint glasses serve as an everyday reminder of a special place. Send Susquehanna Glass Company any location coordinates, and they’ll create glasses just for you. The Latitude and Longitude design is an exclusive collaboration with us that uses sand etching to leave a clean, crisp finish. Each glass is created in the USA with a keen eye for detail and a strong tradition—over 100 years and counting—of craftsmanship.
4) Compression Cat Box

Whisker+Box: Compression Cat Box - Charcoal with Red Snaps
5) Copper Fluted Jigger

This pure copper jigger is handcrafted in Mexico, using a tradition that is over 1, 000 years old. The result is a hammered, textured surface that shines with rich history—and measures out ounces for accurately concocted cocktails.