A few gift ideas for the season, mixing local favorites with smart, useful finds. Easy pieces to wear, sweet things to share, and a couple of upgrades for the home. Nothing fussy, just solid picks that make life a little nicer.

 

 

Now the birds have a smart home too. The chic, camera-integrated Peep Show Birdhouse allows you to stream high-definition video from its interior to your smartphone or tablet.

 

Handmade by local ceramicist Michelle Williams, the dishwasher-safe Small Tumbler 2.0 can hold 10 ounces of coffee, tea, or beverage of your choice. Swirl designs vary, and come in various colors.

 

A fun piece for any design lover, Graypants’ Wick has a throwback silhouette without the hazard of an open flame. Powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery, this luminaire comes in five colors and two sizes.

 

For the home cook on your list, a gift card to Seattle’s beloved cookbook shop is always a win. Book Larder carries new releases, classics, and hard-to-find titles, plus classes and author events throughout the year.

 

Snuggle up with Authenticity50’s new Northwest Wool Throw. Made with 100% Oregon-grown wool and woven in Washington State at the Pendleton Woolen Mills®, this red-and-gray striped blanket is a bright addition to the long winter months ahead.

 

The perfect gift for anyone culinarily minded on your list, Holcomb’s aptly named Next to the Stove set includes elevated versions of everything you need when whipping up a meal: The brand’s Stone Pepper Mill, Stash Salt Cellar, and Oil Can.

 

These Elk’s Offering crew socks from Eighth Generation feature art by Coast Salish artist Gail White Eagle (Muckleshoot and Chehalis). They’re soft, durable, and designed by a Native-owned company known for artist-made home goods. A beautiful, useful upgrade for winter.

 

Hydrate and glow from the inside out with Longevity Medical Clinic’s glowing gift bundle. Hydrafacial revitalizes skin, while Skin Glow IV Therapy replenishes Vitamin C and Glutathione for whole-body wellness. $350 limited time offer. (Sponsored item)

 

Earlier this year, Seattle Chocolate announced it was rebranding as Maeve Chocolate. Even though the company introduced a brighter and more graphic logo, the heart of its business, the chocolate, remains the same. The Taste the PNW set is always a good bet, with flavors like Pike Place Espresso, San Juan Salted Toffee, and Rainier Cherry.

 

Recently released, this collaboration between athleticwear brand Brooks and the Seattle Kraken is an absolute winner. Available in both men’s and women’s sizes, the Ghost 17 shoe features Kraken colors and a subtle anchor logo at the heel.

 

Oysters are a quintessential Northwest treat, and this handmade serving platter from Wishbone Industrial Arts celebrates the briny bivalve in all its glory. Each piece is hand-cut and embellished with an indelible print.

 

Upgrade the ubiquitous canvas tote with this waxed version from Hardmill. Available in four colors, the brand’s Canvas Grocery tote is similar in size to a brown paper bag, and works like a charm for carrying eggs and milk on the weekend, and your laptop and lunch to work.

 

A beautiful pick from local photographer Kristopher Shinn, By Way of Water captures quiet moments on Washington’s ferries. A great option for anyone who loves the Sound, film photography, or the rhythm of crossing by water.

 

Stay warm (and stylish) with Filson’s Long Cruiser coat, made from 100% wool. A longer version of the brand’s Wool Cruiser (patented in 1914), this garment has a torso lined with warm cotton flannel to help keep the PNW chill at bay.

 

Enjoy a moment of calm with handcrafted Good Olfactory candles. Each one comes in a box with a strengthening affirmation, and with each purchase, $1 is donated the mental health organization, To Write Love on Her Arms.