To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at SW Alaska 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) Fingerprint Cuff Links

Personalize a gift a loved one will treasure with this fingerprint kit from Precious Metal Prints. It comes with everything you need to take an impression of a child’s, grandparent’s, friend’s—any special person’s—fingerprints. Return it to Precious Metal in Knoxville, TN, and in just a couple of weeks they’ll send you a custom set of cuff links.
2) Mini Peas in the Pod Necklace

The Vintage Pearl: Mini Peas in the Pod Necklace - 4 Pearls
3) Custom Made Leather Notepad

Lake Art: Custom Made Leather Notepad
4) Connection Orb

You are Seen. You are Heard. You are Loved. This Ornament is about connection. Throughout our lives we create meaningful connections by letting the people around us know that they are seen, heard and loved. The band in the center connecting the two colors represents how beautiful it can be to reach out and connect with others. When we do, something new and beautiful occurs. These connections add depth and color to our lives. Let someone know today that they are seen, heard, loved.
5) Large Top & Side Personalized Cutting Board

This personalized cutting board with words makes for a custom gift that is also well-made and functional. Each one is handmade in the USA from maple wood and features a hand-cut expression or name. Whatever words you choose, the care put into creating each board shines through.

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