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Tuckers Truffle Oil out of Roseburg, OR forages fresh truffles and then uses them to create infused oils. Oregon black truffles are mild and have a hint of sweetness almost like pineapple. Many people are used to the more pungent European truffle varieties, but this is more subtle.
I have a whole list of the best chocolate in Seattle because we have so many great makers. Seattle Chocolates is one of the quintessential chocolate companies in our city thanks to their unique flavors. Their sea salt toffee chocolate bar from sister brand jcoco is a favorite, or try their San Juan Sea Salt truffle chocolate bar created under their house label. Made to Give Hope based in Canby, OR makes hazelnut gift sets that are grown, shelled, and roasted directly on their farm. You can also check out my Pinterest boards for PNW artisan goods, unique gift ideas, and gifts for foodies.
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These eye masks have rice and lavender to provide soothing coverage when a migraine hits. Wimly Apparel in Spokane, WA makes cheeky 100% cotton t-shirts in fun pastel colors. However, rather than hand painted they create cool digital prints by transforming a photo into an illustrated pop-art-style print. Priscilla of My Millie Jewelry out of Vancouver, BC also makes jewelry with thumbprints engraved on it.
While it’s difficult to get them fresh since they require foraging, you can get them infused in oils. Just make sure that they’re from a reputable source that is actually using local truffles. For Pacific Northwest food gifts that alcohol enthusiasts will enjoy, try Woodinville Whiskey Co.’s barrel-aged maple syrup. However, one of my favorites right now is Maison Noir, one of the best Black-owned wineries in the Pacific Northwest owned by sommelier-turned-winemaker André Hueston Mack. It’s super drinkable with a satisfying raisin finish and goes with literally everything.
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It’s made of 100% vegan leather for the boss babe who doesn’t want to use real animal hides. Lizzie from Prime Cut Bags in Portland, OR makes funky leather goods that are some of my favorite Pacific Northwest gifts. Her business card holders will make sure your boss babe shows up with style when networking. Chrissy from GLDN x Layered and Long in La Conner, WA makes minimalist jewelry, many with heartfelt or personalized engravings. This pendant necklace is perfect for the fierce feminist in your life as a reminder that their place is at the top.
He sells his intricate wool blankets featuring beautiful native illustration representing the connection between humans and wildlife. This is one of the best Pacific Northwest gifts because it’s made by someone actually from the PNW. Howie of Howie Day Studio out of Seattle, WA makes unique art prints personalized with sound waves and song lyrics.
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Fish is one of the obvious best Pacific Northwest food gifts, but have you considered caviar? The Seattle Caviar company sells caviar harvested both locally and around the world. Their Idaho sturgeon caviar is a unique variety that any caviar lover is likely not to have tried. They partnered with Olsen Farms to use their sustainably raised beef and pork in all their products. Their salamis make the perfect gift to the person who loves making charcuterie boards.
Fang Fang from Drifwoo in Portland, OR makes these chic slip-on slippers. They have a memory foam base, soft faux fur, and traction on the bottom. I love the funkiness of these in yellow, but they come in 5 colors ranging from neutral to bolder. Autumn from Two Birds Eco Shop in Tacoma, WA makes lovely home gifts and accessories.
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I was having trouble choosing one to put in this Pacific Northwest gift guide! Make sure your adventurer is always ready for a quick sanitization with this perfect stocking stuffer. Arthur of Arthur Pior out of Washington illustrates custom portraits of your home. This is the perfect gift for new homeowners or if there’s a sentimental move from a family home after someone’s passing. I’ve purchased two house portraits as gifts before, one for my sister when they moved and one for my boyfriend when we bought our first home together.
Those who love Stranger Things will go crazy over this little demodog stuffy. You can add an extra $5 to the cost and get the version with the Christmas lights, a nod to season one only true fans will understand.. Jessica of She Said It With Science out of Seattle, WA makes one of the best Pacific Northwest gifts for the scientist in your life. These feature DNA after electrophoresis…yeah, I don’t know what that is either, but I can tell you I think these are dope and would rock them myself!
I visit their farm most years to forage for oysters and can attest to their just-right brininess. They also sell gift sets with shucking equipment and condiments, plus other shellfish like mussels and clams. Drifter’s Fish based in Seattle, WA is owned by husband-and-wife fishermen duo, Michael and Nelly Hand. They go fishing in Alaska on their boat every summer and come back with a ton of different salmons, fishes, and octopus, which they sell both fresh and tinned. David Robert Boxley is a Native maker hailing from the village of Metlakatla, Alaska and now lives in Washington.
Steve from Voices of Labor in Eugene, OR makes social justice goods like journals, masks, clothing, and mugs. Nora from JJ Design House in Portland, OR makes gorgeous art you can instantly print featuring bad-ass women displaying their self assurance and femininity. I love this print that shows a woman demonstrating self care, but with an attitude fitting of a Ri Ri meme. Chris from Purple Trail in Seattle, WA makes personalized journals. They’re hand bound and feature 88 sheets of your choice of lined, blank, or travel pages.
Add the raspberry pi to this gift so the tech lover in your life can hit the ground running. Holidays are my absolute favorite because it gives me an excuse to browse Pacific Northwest gifts. Sure, I love treats, feasts, decorations, and also getting gifts myself. Gift ideas are everywhere, from trinkets and gift cards at your local department store to wacky geek novelty items that trend into and out of style in a few moments. From handmade pieces to vintage treasures ready to be loved again, Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods.
Most items are fun gift boxes, but she sells some a la carte items like these funky monochromatic dangly earrings. Fish & Caviar out of Bellevue, WA is another local caviar company. All its salmon-based red caviars are from Pacific Northwest, fresh-caught salmon. San Juan Island Salt based in Friday Harbor, WA is the go-to producer of salt harvested right from the Salish Sea.
This terroir, temperate weather, and heritage dairy cows combine to produce the unique flavors of Cascadia Creamery’s cheese. Flying Bird Botanicals located in Bellingham, WA sells teabags with creative flavors like Lavender orange red tea. They’re all made with ingredients from Pacific Northwest and Fair Trade farms. The teabags are compostable and the tins made of 100% recycled materials. They’re a hometown favorite, so you’ll find their teas in a lot of coffee shops if you visit Bellingham.
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