1. Notch whiskey ($888) is for serious connoisseurs–and they’ll be grateful forever. Triple Eight Distillery, Nantucket, MA. 508-325-5929; ciscobrewers.com 2, 6. The hand-blown Ascutney whiskey glass ($55) or Hampton pilsner glass ($48) makes any drink special. Simon Pearce, Windsor, VT. 800-774-5277; simonpearce.com 3. Have one on the rocks: Vermont-milled soapstone “Whisky Stones” ($20 set of […]
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For Kids
1. Put a pony under the tree–if it fits in this folding stable ($99.99). Melissa & Doug, Wilton, CT; melissaanddoug.com; available at Wood ‘n Things, New Ipswich, NH; 603-924-6381 2. This sweetly chic dress ($158) in organic terry will make your budding fashionista giddy. Sarah Waldo, Providence, RI. 401-272-1003; sarahwaldo.com 3. Young shredders can hit […]
For Home
1. Recycled glass coasters ($80 set of 4) are fun–and protect tables, too. Happy Owl Glassworks, Concord, MA. happyowlglass.com 2. Hold on tight to your drinks with this sturdy “Trigger Mug” ($52 set of 4). Bennington Potters, Bennington, VT. 802-447-7531; benningtonpotters.com 3. Pure linen towels (from $40) absorb like crazy and last a long time. […]
Stocking Stuffers
1. A handcrafted wool stocking ($30) makes the stuff inside more special. Swell Company, Parsonsfield, ME. 207-793-2700; swellcompany.com 2. Inspiration sticks to the fridge if you’ve got a colorful, quirky magnet ($5.50). Curly Girl Design, Belmont, MA. 617-484-9502; curlygirldesign.com 3. Cocoa butter lip balms ($5) come in a tasty array of flavors. Badger Co., Gilsum, […]
Gifts Made in New England
Our region is famous for its work ethic and pride in craftsmanship. Here’s Yankee‘s unique gift guide to the finest local products. Find stocking stuffers, gifts for kids, gifts for the home, and gifts for him and her. Happy holidays!