PDX Gift Guide 2020
Updated: Nov 23, 2020
Well, it's been a year, right?!?! Phew, I think most people will be pretty happy to see the backside of 2020. However, before we close the books on this year, we have the holidays to look forward to!
The holidays this year may be a little different than most years. With a deadly pandemic raging throughout the country & the number of cases on the rise - traveling isn't advised and even gatherings & parties will be different this year. I think we're all pretty familiar with Zoom Parties by now!
Most of all, this has been a really tough year for a lot of small businesses. Many have had to layoff employees, change up their business structure or even shutter their doors (either temporarily or permanently) to get by this year. It's been a struggle for so many! So we encourage everyone to shop local this holiday season and really support the small businesses in our community. After all, it's the small businesses that really make our community unique and supporting them keeps their businesses afloat. So let's all buy local this holiday season!
Games & Puzzles
If we've learned anything from this pandemic, it's to enjoy the simpler things in life. Getting back to basics doesn't have to be boring. Haven't you heard? Game night is back!
Here are some picks:
1. Pink Tiger Games - Flatter Me Game
Where to buy: Portland Bazaar
Where to buy: Woonwinkel
3. Gradient Puzzle Blue/Pink - 500 pieces
Where to buy: Woonwinkel
4. Pink Tiger Games - You Think You Know Me
Where to buy: Portland Bazaar
5. Rick & Morty Total Rickall Cooperative Game
Where to buy: Powell's
6. Carcassonne: 2014 Updated Edition
Where to buy: Powell's
Where else to buy games: Guardian Games, Cloud Cap Games
For kid's games: Finnegan's Toys, Oodles For Kids, Spielwerk Toys, Kids At Heart Toys, Thinker Toys
Pottery & Ceramics
One of our favorite things - handmade pottery! It's one of the best ways to add some personality & interest into your world. Whether it's for their shelf or for their table, it's a great way to spark joy for those you love. Here's some favs!
1. Lil'cupa
Where to buy: Almond Ave
2. Pieces de Resistance - Face Mug
Where to buy: Portland Bazaar
3. Studio Arhoj / objects - Quench Cup
Where to buy: The Yo! Store
4. Burnt Thistle Ceramics - Moon Phase Dish
Where to buy: Altar
5. Holder Workshop - Ceramic Modern Squiggle Vase
Where to buy: Portland Bazaar
6. Workaday Handmade Mug: Terracotta
Where to buy: Spartan Shop
Where else to buy pottery & ceramics: Mantel, SMG Collective, Woonwinkel, Made Here, Ecovibe & Maven Collective
Books
No doubt about it, Portland is a literary town. We love books here and we're very proud of it! And what better way to pass these dull pandemic days. Honestly, there are so many amazing books, but here are just a few ideas.
Where to buy: Broadway Books
Where to buy: Woonwinkel
3. Six Seasons: A New Way With Vegetables
Where to buy: Tender Loving Empire
Where to buy: Green Bean Books
5. Off Grid Life: Your Ideal Home in the Middle of Nowhere
Where to buy: Powell's Books
6. 50 Hikes With Kids: Oregon and Washington
Where to buy: Tender Loving Empire
Where else to buy books: Books With Pictures
Kids books: Oodles 4 Kids, Kids at Heart Toys
Self Care
Self care items are always a good gift idea, but especially this year when we all need it more than ever. Here's a few favs.
1. La Bruket / apothecary HAND CREAM - N0. 102 BERGAMOT / PATCHOULI
Where to buy: The Yo! Store
2. Herbivore Botanicals: Body Polish
Where to buy: Mantel
Where to buy: Ecovibe
Where to buy: Made Here
Where to buy: Woonwinkel
6. Gatherwise - Extravagant Gift Box
Where to buy: Portland Bazaar
Where else to buy: J. Renee Organics, Coral Story Beauty, Seagrape Apothecary
Jewelry
Looking for the perfect gift for that special someone? Want to show your mom, bestie, sister, favorite cousin etc. how much you love them? Jewelry is always a great gift idea. Check these out!
1. Modern Madini - Machete Drop Earrings
Where to buy: Altar
Where to buy: Betsy & Iya
3. Whiskey + Wine: Margot Earrings
Where to buy: Mantel
Where to buy: Seaworthy
Other local spots for jewelry: OKO, Maven Collective, The Yo! Store, Woonwinkel, Gem Set Love, Portland Bazaar, Hannah Naomi Jewelry
Home Decor
No surprise, we love home decor items and there are a lot of local makers creating BEAUTIFUL items for your home! It's honestly hard to narrow it down to these few, so be sure to check out all the local offerings!
1. Willowship - ‘Figures’ Dinner Napkins
Where to buy: Portland Bazaar
2. Holder Workshop - House Candle Holder + Incense Burner
Where to buy: Portland Bazaar
Where to buy: SMG Collective
4. Bosque Design: Candleholder
Where to buy: Mantel
5. Iris Wire Basket - Large Mint
Where to buy: Woonwinkel
Where to buy: Ecovibe
Other local shops for home decor: The Yo! Store, Maven Collective, Made Here, Spartan Shop, Urbanite, City Home
Plants & Planters
At Wise Design, we feel that a space isn't complete without some kind of plant. Plants are beneficial for so many reasons, besides just being beautiful to look at, they help purify the air! Plants are a great gift - just be sure that you take into consideration the level of care & level of lighting in the space. Here's some picks!
Where to buy: Solabees Flowers & Botanicals
2. Potted Cactus in Handmade Pottery with Drainage
Where to buy: Maven Collective
Where to buy: Ecovibe
Where to buy: Woonwinkel
Where to buy: Arium Botanicals
6. Ctenanthe Burle-Marxii - Fishbone Prayer Plant
Where to buy: Pistils Nursery
Clothing
If there's one thing this pandemic has changed (okay, it's changed a lot but here's one) it's what we wear. No one wants to wear stuffy office attire when they're working from home. Comfy lounge clothing has become a daily uniform for most of us. Here's some local finds:
1. Navy Socks
Where to buy: Wool & Prince
Where to buy: Monochromatic
Where to buy: Wild Fang
4. Dehen 1920 - WOOL KNIT WATCH CAP COUSTEAU
Where to buy: Made Here
5. Yellow Owl Workshop - YOW MEN'S SOCKS
Where to buy: Tender Loving Empire
Other local spots for apparel: Adorn, The Yo! Store, Communion, Frances May, Bridge & Burn, Altar, North of West
Gift Bundles
Also, many local shops have made it easy this holiday season to shop for your friends & family by putting together gift packages & bundles. This is a great way to buy a fun sampling of what a shop offers if you can't decide on one thing. Be sure to check out all the local shops this holiday season & support the small businesses that make our community unique!