To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at Peoria Standard 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 Gifts Under $500
1) Spice Gallery Gift Set
Take dishes up a flavorful notch with an artisanal spice gift set. Essentials like sea salt and chilli flakes sit alongside out-of-the-ordinary spice blends (ever try lemon peel, sage, and bee pollen?). It’s all directly sourced from growers and farms to ensure purity and freshness, and the blends are unique to Curio Spice Co. A tea towel and handy recipe cards round out this perfectly giftable set.
2) Insulated Phone Case
This insulated phone case keeps a smartphone the just-right temperature while you’re out in either chilly or steamy conditions. Eight layers of insulation are built into the case to protect a phone. Chill it in the refrigerator before hitting the beach or pop it in the microwave before heading out into the cold. If your phone is already overheated or frozen, no worries—the case can restore it in about a minute.
3) Hand-Blown Glass Decanter
Prestige Decanters: Hand-Blown Glass Decanter - Atlas
4) Vintage Silver Spoon Marker - Succeed
Vintage spoons are handcrafted into sweet and meaningful markers that make the perfect addition to a gift or a garden. From “You Are My Sunshine” to “Happy Birthday” (and eight other phrases in between), this hand-stamped spoon truly makes for a one-of-a-kind finishing touch.
5) Ground Screw
This Made in the USA spiral ground anchor screws into soil to secure lines in a simple, easy-to-use design. It doesn’t take a lot of pressure to drill it into the ground. To anchor in firm soils, insert the drive handle for added leverage. It’s a great solution for tents, tarps, or quick tie-downs that can handle up to 650 pounds.
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