Holiday Gift Guide | More than 150 ideas for everyone on your list

Dog and Cat Bows
These handmade bows by Tealight Studios come in a variety of fun, Maine-inspired patterns, making your furry friend look dapper on any occasion. $16–$20
Where to buy: etsy.com/shop/tealightstudios
Room & Linen Sprays
Hand-blended sprays from Perry Home Naturals are made from essential oils, high-quality fragrance oils, witch hazel, and distilled water. $12–$15
Where to buy: perryhomenaturals.com
Maine Tumbler
This 11-ounce tumbler is made in the U.S. and printed with an organic ink decal. $12
Where to buy: Gus & Ruby Letterpress, Portland; gusandruby.com
Local Flower CSA Share
Choose a spring, summer, or fall share of farm-fresh flowers, and support Maine’s vibrant agricultural landscape. From $80
Where to buy: Broadturn Flower Shop, Portland; Broadturn Farm, Scarborough; broadturnfarm.com
Convertible Bag
Worn as either a shoulder bag or backpack, the convertible strap engineering on Rough & Tumble’s 1904 bag makes it ideal for a work or day bag. $368
Where to buy: Rough & Tumble, Portland; roughandtumbledesign.com
Sculptural Necklace
Lisa Gent’s Eden necklace comes in blackened silver with 18k gold on a silver chain, $165; or 18k gold with blackened silver on a blackened silver chain, $285
Where to buy: Portland Museum of Art Store and Rough & Tumble, Portland; Fleur de Lis, South Portland; lisagent.com
Box of Maine
Customized gift boxes filled with Maine favorites can be shipped anywhere in the country with free, two-day shipping. $39.99–$64.99
Where to buy: boxofmaine.com
Gingerbread House
House replicas are the specialty at Chatterbox Bakery & Cafe in Alfred, which has won awards for its gingerbread creations. $45–$500
Where to buy: agraphicsdesign.com/chatterbox- bakery
Tide Desk Clock
Designs by BDB’s nautical chart tide clock includes a custom NOAA 8”x8” image designed just for you, mounted on a black, bevel-edged board. Easel included. Also available as a time clock. $55.95
Where to buy: designsbybdb.com
Expandable Bangle
This customizable, sleek wristlet by Chart Metalworks allows you to carry the memory of a special spot an arm’s length away. $75
Where to buy: chartmetalworks.com
Maine-Made Snowboards
Winterstick snowboards are hand built at Sugarloaf and feature a sustainably harvested Maine wood core. $999–$1,500
Where to buy: Maine Craft Portland; Long’s Board Shop, South Portland; winterstick.com
Linen Scarf
South Street Linen’s scarves, made of the highest- quality linen and designed in Maine, will add a pop of color to any outfit. $139
Where to buy: South Street Linen, Portland; southstreetlinen.com
French Macarons
Suga Suga’s festive treats come in a variety of seasonal flavors, such as gingerbread, peppermint mocha, and spiked eggnog. Half-dozen $15, dozen $30
Where to buy: Sky’s Café, Yarmouth; Suga Suga cart, sugasugaportland.com
Float Harder Gift Certificate
Give the gift of weightless relaxation in one of four float tanks filled with a warm saline solution that contains over 1,000 lbs. of Epsom salt. $65
Where to buy: Float Harder, Portland; floatharder.com
Red Truck Pillow
This rusty red vintage 1952 Chevy pickup by artist Tim Campbell has red and white ticking print on the reverse side. Made to order. $42 for 16-inch square; three other sizes available.
Where to buy: agraphicsdesign.com/tim-campbell
Handmade Lampshade
Made with fine linens from Great Britain’s top designers, Alice Kate by Design’s lampshades add style to both traditional and modern homes. $45
Where to buy: alicekatebydesign.com; mainemade.com
Moose Dog Collar
A signature ribbon by Maine artist Page O’Rourke is stitched onto rugged and quick-drying one-inch webbing with sold brass rings. $25
Where to buy: Belted Cow Company, Yarmouth; beltedcow.com
Wooden Toy Sailboat
Handcrafted sailboat comes with a colorful striped sail and two removable sailors. The hull is dipped in a non- toxic, child-safe varnish to protect it for water use. $25
Where to buy: Bella Luna Toys, bellalunatoys.com
Chocolate Lobster Bake
Chocolate rocks, lobsters, crabs, corn on the cob, mussels, and clams in a mini clam roller made from old lobster traps and wrapped in an orange bait bag. $12.95
Where to buy: Maine Gourmet Coastal Cookies, mainegourmetcoastalcookies.com
Dog Puzzle Toy
Snoop is a soft, treat-dispensing puzzle that keeps dogs engaged and drives brain stimulation. In sparkling red and green for the holidays. $21.95
Where to buy: Planet Dog, Portland; planetdog.com
Seaweed Foodie Gift Set
One of several gift sets from Heritage Seaweed, this box includes kombu, kelp puree, Cup of Sea tea, applewood-smoked dulse, and Superfood Seagreens by Freeport resident Barton Seaver. $50
Where to buy: Heritage Seaweed, Portland; heritageseaweed.com
Casco Bay Nautical Chart
One of the most popular wall-decor items at Benoit’s Design Co., the 18” x 24” midnight blue chart is produced on a hand-painted birch panel. $251
Where to buy: Benoit’s Design Co., Westbrook, benoitsdesign.co
Clam's T-shirt
Bob’s Clam Hut’s new “Clams Clams Clams” T-shirt takes the phrase “you are what you eat” to a new level. Adults $17, kids $16
Where to buy: Bob’s Clam Hut, Portland; bobsclamhut.com
Chinese Tea Sampler
Choose any four teas to include in this boxed set from Little Red Cup, a family-owned, organic and fair trade Chinese tea company based in Brunswick. $20
Where to buy: littleredcuptea.com
Maine Claw Putter
Blending sculpture and engineering, artist Richard Furneaux Remsen’s putter combines performance and handmade quality. $225 (includes shipping within the U.S.)
Where to buy: remsen.com
Seaweed Shampoo Bars
Dulse & Rugosa Skincare’s solid shampoo is an easy way to start the zero-waste journey and the hand- harvested Maine seaweed leaves hair soft and silky. $15
Where to buy: Heritage Seaweed, Portland; dulseandrugosa.com
Black Velvet Pet Portraits
Immortalize your best friend à la Elvis with a custom black velvet portrait by Maine artist Gil Corral. From $400
Where to buy: gilcorral.com
Maine Hoodie
Show your love for Maine’s rocky coast with Buoy Coast’s so soft, pre-washed garment-dyed hoodie, a cozy layer for breezy days. $65
Where to buy: buoycoast.com
Cardinal Ornaments
Polly and Dan Plourde’s fused-glass cardinals provide a pop of color to the tree. $14
Where to buy: Innovative Glass & Home; innovativeglassandhome.com
Handcrafted Kitchenware
Beau Taylor’s wooden cooking utensils are durable and intended to last for generations. Made with a variety of woods, his pieces bring elegance to everyday life. $25-$400
Where to buy: Lemon Zest Home, Portland; Hilltop Spoonworks, hilltopspoonworks.com
Balance Bike
The First Go! balance bike by Banwood is a safe and comfortable ride for little ones that naturally develops their balance and steering. The handlebar and saddle are adjustable. $195
Where to buy: Little, Portland; boutiquelittle.com
Maine Tourmaline Pendant
This nautical-inspired pendant by Coastal Jewelers features a bezel-set, deep green Maine tourmaline, hand-crafted in 14K gold on an 18-inch 14K gold box chain. Other stones available. $425
Where to buy: coastaljewelers.com
Braided Bold Bracelets
Anne Woodman’s stacking bracelets are handmade with braided leather or vinyl in a variety of colors and wrapped in gold copper wire with a magnetic clasp. $22
Where to buy: D. Cole Jewelers, Portland; annewoodman.com
Bottle Opener
Rustic, wall-mounted wooden bottle openers from Say It Don’t Spray It are handmade in Maine. $24.99
Where to buy: Portland Flea-For-All and The Merchant Co. in Portland; saydontspray.com
Natural Glow Body Oil
True North Beauty’s non-greasy oils hydrate and leave the skin with a soft natural glow. Available in “Be True,” a blend of mango and cilantro, or “Just Relax,” a mix of lavender and vanilla. $38
Where to buy: truenorthbeauty.com
Holiday Wind Bell
The Holiday Bell™ by North Country Wind Bells® has a deep gold windcatcher inscripted with the word “Peace.” Made from more than 60-percent recycled steel on the coast of Maine. $52.95
Where to buy: northcountrywindbells.com
Bloody Mary Mixes
Created by Maine bartender Katie Quinn, Ass over Teakettle Bloody Mary Mixes have just the right kick. $6–$12.50
Where to buy: Vena’s Fizz House and Harbor Fish Market in Portland; assoverteakettle.net
Orbit Satellite Necklace
This simple yet elegant sterling silver necklace by Cathy Heinz Designs includes a faceted gemstone to symbolize a planet in its silvery orbit. $150–$170
Where to buy: cathyheinzdesigns.com
The Maine Blanket
Made with wool from Meadowcroft Farm’s sheep in Washington, these heirloom-quality blankets are woven on century-old looms. The yarn for the stripes is solar dyed in seawater. $300–$600
Where to buy: Seacolors Yarnery, getwool.com
Hand-Painted Bags
Watercolor painter Ashley Fletcher-Groppe hand paints her nature-inspired designs on canvas totes and gift bags. $18–$34
Where to buy: etsy.com/shop/GroppeShoppe
Copper Growler
Growlerwerks’s uKeg 128 pressurized growler keeps beer cold, fresh, and carbonated for two weeks. Includes two 16-gram CO2 cartridges. $229
Where to buy: Maine Street Mercantile; @mainstreetmercantileneh on Instagram
Linen Blanket
Hand sewn in Portland from European linen, this blanket from Always Piper is both casual and luxurious. $235
Where to buy: alwayspiper.com
Reusable Towels
These all-cotton towels by Anne Riggs Designs are zero waste and money saving; they will last for years, replacing single-use paper towels. Set of 12 $50
Where to buy: Merchant Co., Portland; anneriggsdesigns.etsy.com
Maine Coast Salt Soak
Combining the best of land and sea, these detoxifying salts are made with seaweed, beach rose, and balsam mix. 8-ounce jar $16.95
Where to buy: Soma Massage and Wellness, somamassageandwellness.com
Maine Lighthouse Clutch
Avery Rock’s canvas clutches are hand-painted with Maine lighthouses and made to order. $40
Where to buy: etsy.com/shop/averyrock
Maine Mountain Scene
Artist Roxana Brophy creates these pieces from reclaimed and found wood, influenced by her passion for Maine’s mountain peaks. $300–$500
Where to buy: Company C, Portland; roxandwood.com
Sage Wellness Gift Certificate
Give the gift of a soothing break from the physical and emotional stressors of life. Twelve styles of massage available. From $50
Where to buy: Sage Wellness Therapeutic Bodywork; sagewellness.com
Botanical Face Oil
Fortified with a proprietary seaweed serum made with locally harvested kelp and oarweed, Nonesuch face oil is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants designed to promote healthy skin. $50
Where to buy: Heritage Seaweed and Holly Stone in Portland; nonesuchskincare.com
Hara Bodycenter Gift Certificate
Give wellbeing with a gift certificate to the massage therapy and skincare studio in East Bayside. From $50
Where to buy: Hara Holistic Bodycenter, Portland; haracenter.net
Cycle Helmet
Banwood’s classic helmet has a durable ABS outer shell for maximum protection and is lined with soft foam. The dial-fit adjustment system and adjustable chinstrap provide a secure fit for toddlers. $49
Where to buy: Little, Portland; boutiquelittle.com
Copper Salt Set
DMG Design’s hand-forged set includes a copper salt spoon and a copper dish with green patina. Spoon available in 3”, 4”, or 6” length. $77–$90
Where to buy: Maine Craft Portland and Suger in Portland; dmg-designs.com
Glass and Metal Jewelry
Bunting Hill Arts combines their own flamework glass beads with hand-etched, textured, patinaed, fused, and forged silver, bronze, and copper. Earrings $36-$45, bracelets and necklaces $50-$300
Where to buy: buntinghillarts.com
Maine Craft Spirits
Chadwick’s spirits are triple distilled and aged in oak barrels in Pittston. Original Maple Craft Spirits $16.99–$27.99; Doom Forest Reserve $74.99; Durkot Maple Craft Liqueur $24.99
Where to buy: Bow Street Market, Freeport; Bow Street Beverage and RSVP in Portland; chadwickscraftspirits.com
Cork Bracelets
The latest collection from Gem Lounge Jewelry features new colors and handmade porcelain beads. Hypoallergenic, eco-friendly, and waterproof. $65
Where to buy: Lisa Marie’s Made in Maine, Portland; gemloungejewelry.com
Windchime Jewelry
Evoking wind chimes ringing on a summer’s day, the Windchime collection by Hennessey Jewelry comes in copper or bronze. Necklace $90, cuff bracelet $39, earrings $39
Where to buy: Running with Scissors, Portland (by appointment only); hennesseyjewelry.com
Buoy Tea Towel
Each design for these 100-percent cotton, flour sack towels starts with a drawing, burned into a silkscreen, and printed by hand at Sea Rose Studios in Windham with water-based, eco-friendly inks. $10
Where to buy: searosestudios.com
Maine-Made Accessories
The Maine Square makes pocket squares, bowties, traditional ties, and bandanas with New England flair for men and women. $19–$85
Where to buy: His & Hers by Andrea’s Bridal, Portland; themainesquare.com
DIY Embroidery Kit
Wish you had a cozy cabin to nestle away in on snowy days? Ms. Cleaver’s kit comes with everything needed to stitch one. $23
Where to buy: Taproot Market and The Merchant Co. in Portland; mscleaver.com
Hand-Printed Scarves
Morris + Essex scarves are hand-printed in rural Maine on extra-soft bamboo jersey in designs inspired by nature, fantasy, pattern, and geometry. $38
Where to buy: Maine Craft Portland and The Merchant Co. in Portland; morrisessex.com
Lobster Rope Swing
Woven from real lobster trap rope, this swing celebrates our Maine lobster fishing tradition and is strong enough to hold children of all ages (as well as adults). $55
Where to buy: Bella Luna Toys, bellalunatoys.com
Lamp with Handmade Paper Shade
Ember Grove’s accent lamp features a shade crafted of their own blue-tinted paper embedded with locally harvested flowers and a turned curly maple base. $145
Where to buy: Ember Grove Studio, Falmouth (by appointment); Maine Craft Portland; etsy.com/ shop/embergrove
Chickadee Blanket
This baby blanket is woven from super-soft, ring-spun cotton with a fresh twist on the timeless herringbone pattern. Available in seven colors. $118
Where to buy: Brahms Mount, Freeport; brahmsmount.com
The Way Life Should Be Apron
This 100-percent cotton apron from Fox Island Printworks shows off some serious Maine style. $33
Where to buy: foxislandprintworks.com
Southern Maine Quilt
The Maine coastline from Portland to York is embroidered on Haptic Lab’s distinctive quilt, made of appliquéd polysilk layered on superfine cotton. $289
Where to buy: Home Remedies, Portland; homeremediesmaine.com
Farm Market Chocolates
Each Black Dinah chocolate in this collection features an ingredient from a Maine farm or garden. 18-piece box $49.50
Where to buy: Black Dinah Chocolatiers, Westbrook; blackdinahchocolatiers.com
Zodiac Tote Bag
Created with recycled sails, one of Sea Bags’s newest designs features an astrological sign accented with a silver star in metallic leather. $175
Where to buy: Sea Bags, Portland and Freeport; seabags.com
New Glouster Rocker
Inspired by the aesthetic appeal of the circa-1840 Salem rocker, this Tom Moser design features simple lines and a meticulous use of traditional mortise-and- tenon joinery. Cherry $1,900; walnut $2,180
Where to buy: Thos. Moser, Freeport; thosmoser.com
Driftwood Cuff
MECA grad Andrew Haviland hand carves and casts in solid sterling silver and brass. His rugged, unisex cuff features driftwood and barnacles. $145
Where to buy: Rough & Tumble and Material Objects in Portland; etsy.com/shop/ AndrewHaviland
Mug Topper Cookie Houses
Mug Buddy® mini houses, handmade in Biddeford, are a whimsical, sweet addition to your favorite warm beverage. Available in six flavors. $10
Where to buy: mugbuddycookies.com
Timeline Growth Ruler
This handcrafted wooden ruler measures your child’s height on the front and has space to record milestones on the back. $89
Where to buy: Skowhegan Wooden Rule Company, skowheganwoodenrule.com
Wine Wise Gift Certificate
Sommelier Erica Archer’s popular tours offer an understanding of wine and tips for pairing with food. Wine & Food Walk for Two $116; Wine Sail for Two $158
Where to buy: winewiseevents.com
Seaweed Sprinkles
Made with organic Maine seaweed, Ocean’s Balance toppings are akin to Japanese furikake seasoning. In Shitake, Bonito, and Spicy. $6.95
Where to buy: Browne Trading Co., Harbor Fish Market, LeRoux Kitchen, Heritage Seaweed, Portland Food Co-Op, Lois’ Natural Marketplace, Sun Oriental Market—all in Portland; oceansbalance.com
In the Bedroom Pillow Covers
Soft washed canvas covers are named for the rear section of a lobster trap—more than two in there means trouble. Hand-screened lobster available in red or navy. Set of two $75
Where to buy: Cobalt Sky Studio, cobaltskystudio.com
Drawstring Stuff Sack
Hyperlite Mountain Gear’s Drawstring Stuff Sacks will keep all your stuff organized and dry. Available in two fabrics and six sizes. From $20
Where to buy: hyperlitemountaingear.com
Cozy Fleece Robe
Ugg robes feature cozy jersey on the outside and soft fleece on the inside, so it feels like wrapping yourself in a blanket. $99–$130
Where to buy: Aristelle, Portland; aristelle.com
Chatty Hats
Let your hat do the talking with Bespolk’s custom, irreverent hats, hand knit in Falmouth by Liz Polkinghorn with 100-percent Maine wool. $90–$100
Where to buy: bespolk.com
Hand-Forged Bottle Opener
This rugged tool is heavy in the hand and shows the telltale signs of a true handcrafted product. Made in Maine using traditional blacksmithing techniques.From $28.50
Where to buy: BlackDog Ironworks, blackdogironworks.com
Beach Sand Bracelets
Beachdashery’s elastic bracelets combine a beach-sand charm with gemstone or seaglass beads. Available in ninecolors. $36
Where to buy: Beachdashery, Portland; beachdashery.com
Lace Thong
Hanky Panky’s signature, one-size-fits-all thongs are super comfortable and come in oodles of colors. $22
Where to buy: Aristelle, Portland; aristelle.com
Book and Coffee Gift Box
Coffee and a Classic’s curated gift boxes include a classic book—literature, non-fiction, or children’s classics—plus coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and other treats. From $28.99/month
Where to buy: coffeeandaclassic.com
Shaker Storage Boxes
Available in a variety of sizes, these wooden boxes are timeless, practical, and have been handmade the same way for more than 200 years. From $45
Where to buy: Chilton Furniture Co., Freeport and Scarborough; chiltons.com
Bespoke Cutting Boards
These live-edge boards are custom milled from wood harvested from the forest at East Forty Farm and Dairy, home of Foley’s Sawmill and Lakin’s Gorges Cheese. $35–150
Where to buy: eastfortyfarm.com
Perfect Catch Cuff
Formed from the brass tool used to measure lobsters, this distinctly Maine statement piece has timeless appeal. $143
Where to buy: Blanche & Mimi, Portland; wattsinmaine.com
Knock on Wood Necklace
This solid sterling silver necklace is inlaid with wood from Loving Anvil’s 1880 barn on an 18-inch sterling silver chain with a solid brass maker’s mark tag at clasp. $145
Where to buy: Suger, Portland; lovinganvil.com
Onyx Moon Necklace
We are all under the same moon—this one is made of diamonds set in black onyx and 14K yellow gold. $599
Where to buy: D. Cole Jewelers, Portland; dcolejewelers.com
Maine Anchor Onesie
Creation Lab Workshop in Windham hand-prints their nautical onesie with eco-friendly, water-based ink for a soft feel. $16
Where to buy: creationlabshop.com
Bespoke Beach Chair
Maine Casual’s high-quality wooden beach chair features Sunbrella fabric and a bungee support system. $325 (includes free shipping in the continental U.S.)
Where to buy: mainecasual.com
Modern Maine Art Prints
Maine artist Sarah Madeira captures the state’s breathtaking scenery in her modernist work. $35–$40
Where to buy: Fitz & Bennett Home, Portland; fitzandbennetthome.com
Maine Rhubarb Wine
Dottie Mae is a slightly sweet and effervescent wine made from 100-percent, Maine-grown rhubarb by eighteen twenty wines in Portland. $20
Where to buy: eighteen twenty wines, Maine’s Pantry, Old Port Wine Merchants, Old Port Spirits—all in Portland; eighteentwentywines.com
Piano Birdhouses
Hand-crafted in Parsonsfield, these one-of-a-kind, upright piano birdhouses feature solid brass “pedals” and are poly sealed to be weatherproof. $25
Where to buy: pianosupplies.com
Maine-Inspired Counting Book
This whimsical book by Maine artist Kristine Biegel offers five options for learning how to count to ten. $12
Where to buy: Cabot Farmer’s Annex, Sherman’s Books, Mercy Hospital Fore River Gift Shop, Maine Medical Center Gift Boutique—all in Portland; iloveyoutoten.com
Area Code Jewelry
Becoming Jewelry’s customizable hand-stamped area code necklace in a matte, brushed finish honors a place that’s close to the heart. $60
Where to buy: The Niblic, Chebeague Island; becomingjewelry.com
Granite Knobs & Pulls
Add an outdoor touch to cabinets or a piece of furniture with Rox and Wood’s hardware made from Maine granite. $7.50
Where to buy: Company C, Portland; roxandwood.com
Cashmere Toppers
These versatile and warm toppers in a wide array of colors can be worn for a special occasion or with jeans and a tee. $95
Where to buy: Bella Boutique, Freeport; bellafreeport.com
Soup: The Ultimate Book of Soups and Stews
Photographer/chef Derek Bissonette’s first book features 300+ easy-to-follow soup recipes from around the globe. $35
Where to buy: dbmainephotography.com
Macramé Plant Holder
Created by macramé artist Christina Hill from all- natural cotton rope. $60
Where to buy: West Elm, Portland; C/Hill, cxhill.com
Pom-Pom Slippers
Designed by Tanja Cesh for Mulxiply and handmade by fair-wage female artisans in Nepal, these hand-felted slippers make Maine’s long winters that much more bearable. $56
Where to buy: Mulxiply, Portland; mulxiply.com
Big Top Lamp
Gold balloon dog table lamp is made of porcelain and metal with an exposed Edison bulb. Also available in white and black $159
Where to buy: Lemon Zest Home, Portland; lemonzesthome.com
Handmade Soap
Created by a pharmacist, September Lane Soap Co.’s handmade bars are just the right size for a stocking stuffer. From $5
Where to buy: Bow Street Market, Freeport; etsy.com/shop/septemberlanesoapco
Chart Cuffs
Artist Mira Coleman’s vintage chart and map cuff bracelets come in four widths. $18.50–$24.50
Where to buy: Whimsy, whimsybeads.com
Think T-Shirt
This message shirt from Resistance Enterprise message shirt is made in Maine and available in women’s and men’s sizes. $24
Where to buy: resistance-enterprises.com
Handcrafted Chopping Block
Furniture maker Steve Hall’s one-of-a-kind ChopBloks are created from a variety of hardwoods and are ideal for small jobs. $105
Where to buy: Maine Craft Portland; sehallfurniture.com
Zipper Pouch
Trosko’s whale-design bag is hand sewn in Yarmouth from 100-percent cotton canvas with a yellow waterproof lining. $26
Where to buy: Ocean & D, South Portland; Mother of Purl, Freeport; troskodesign.com
Cherry Blossom Jewelry
Chaya Studio’s set is made from recycled sterling silver and Fair Trade garnets. Available in a matte (shown) or shiny finish: Earrings $140, necklace $400
Where to buy: Chaya Studio, chayastudio.com
Monhegan Coffee Package
Monhegan Coffee Roasters has partnered with fellow Monhegan artisans for a gift package that includes a bag of Christmas Cove Blend, a La Nef Chocolate bar, and a one-of-a-kind mug by Joan Brady. $45
Where to buy: monhegancoffeeroasters.com
Maine Mug
LKB Pottery’s mugs are handmade in New Gloucester, and each one is unique. $30
Where to buy: lkbpottery.com
Artisanal Greek Oils
On their land in Lakonia, Greece, the Rioux family of Saco harvests their own olives to produce their unfiltered, extra virgin olive oil, and also handpicks kalamata olives, wild herbs, and teas. $10–$150
Where to buy: Maine’s Pantry and Cabot Farmers’ Annex in Portland; Dafni Greek Gourmet, dafnigreekgourmet.com
Language Class Gift Certificate
Make someone’s oversees trip a more enjoyable experience with a gift of a language class or private instruction at the Language Exchange. From $50
Where to buy: The Language Exchange, Portland; immersionprograms.com
Dark and Stormy Belt
A favorite of Maine sailors, the classic cocktail is celebrated with an artist-designed ribbon on a leather tab belt. $49.50
Where to buy: Belted Cow Company, Yarmouth; beltedcow.com
Chickadee Notebook
This journal-sized notebook by Kelli McNichols Art has 80 ruled pages (the last 16 are detachable) and a back pocket for collecting loose notes or small mementos. $12
Where to buy: Lisa Marie’s Made in Maine, Portland; art.mcngraphics.com
Bowties and Neckties
Bowline Co. designs small-batch unisex ties in styles ranging from rustic cabin to coastal chic, made in Maine by women and named after favorite Maine inspirations. From $59
Where to buy: bowlineco.com
Once in a While
Lisa Redfern is an award-winning Maine singer- songwriter, professional vocalist, and recording artist. This CD features her favorite jazz standards with a full band. $15
Where to buy: lisaredfern.com
Wreaths for Hope
These hand-crafted wreaths are adorned with a special ribbon corresponding to a specific type of cancer. A portion from the sale of each wreath is donated to research and providing access to cancer treatments for neighbors from Downeast Maine. $24.95
Where to buy: wreathsforhope.org
Boho Bag
Wildwood Oyster Co.’s minimalist bag is handmade in Maine from soft Kodiak leather, boat line, and industrial brass fittings. $280
Where to buy: Maine Surfer’s Union, Portland; wildwoodoysterco.com
Crossed Hatches T-Shirt
Created by Maine artist Shayna Blumert for when you want to rep all the goodness of Maine, but don’t want any jokes about lobstah there bub. Hand printed in Portland. $28
Where to buy: Loyal Citizen Clothing, Portland; loyalcitizenclothing.com
Shackled Bangles
Maine Melon’s bracelet features seven bangles connected with a screw pin bow shackle, used in sailing to connect rigging. Available in polished brass or gold plated. $110
Where to buy: Dwellings, Falmouth; Springer’s Jewelers, Portland; The Niblic, Chebeague Island; Take a Peak, Peaks Island; mainemelon.com
State of Maine Ornament
Contemporary ceramic ornament is multi-toned and available in multiple colors with a twine hanger. $13
Where to buy: Lemon Zest Home, Portland; lemonzesthome.com
Kacey Shirt
Since 1994, Jill McGowan has designed and manufactured women’s shirts in Portland. Her mission is to create beloved items of clothing that customers can wear again and again. $225
Where to buy: Maine Craft Portland; 56 Main, Freeport; jillmcgowan.com
Octopus Cosmetic Bag
Made by SeaBags from recycled sailcloth and lined with recycled red spinnaker cloth, this functional bag stands up when placed on a counter. $45
Where to buy: Sea Bags, Portland and Freeport; seabags.com
Rockport Day Blanket
This cozy cotton/alpaca chunky houndstooth day blanket adds a touch of charm to a favorite reading spot. Available in six colors. $371
Where to buy: Brahms Mount, Freeport; brahmsmount.com
Organizational Bundle
This planner’s dream set by Kennebunk designer Annie Taylor includes a Seize the Day notepad, Seize the Week notepad, Weekly Meal Planner, Fridge List, Back on Track notepad, and Hello Friend stationery set. $68
Where to buy: annietaylordesign.com
Maine Love String Art
Nail It Art’s rustic pieces are made in Maine with locally sourced barn wood. $70
Where to buy: Lisa Marie’s Made in Maine and The Merchant Co. in Portland; Nail it Art, nailitart. com
Seaweed Skincare Gift Set
The Voyager Gift Set from Planet Botanicals features products made with sustainably harvested Maine seaweed. $23
Where to buy: Heritage Seaweed, Portland; planetbotanticals.com
Black Opal Earrings
These Ethiopian black opal cluster and 14K gold-fill earrings are handmade to order by Kabyco Designs in Biddeford. $225
Where to buy: kabyco.com
Seasonal Sets
Skordo’s boxed sets take your favorite cook on a food journey to a specific country, showcase a particular theme, or can be fully customized. From $20
Where to buy: SKORDO, Portland; skordo.com
Christmas Crackers
Part of celebrations primarily in the U.K., Ireland and Commonwealth countries, the tradition has also caught on in the U.S.—pulling on the ends of the cracker makes a snapping sound, and the center contains a prize. $11.99–$35
Where to buy: Bridgham & Cook, Freeport; britishgoods.com
Monkey's Fist Candle
This handmade beeswax candle from Seapoint Chandlers comes in a variety of colors and burns for over 50 hours. $32
Where to buy: seapointchandlers.com
Beaded Jewelry
Sarah Crawford’s sophisticated, minimalistic, and bohemian jewelry is durable and made to live in. Each piece is inspired by the state of Maine. $68–$204
Where to buy: Suger and Maine Surfers Union in Portland; sarahcrawfordhandcrafted.com
Maine Love Mug
“Love is the Maine Ingredient” proclaims your affection for our great state and also makes a sweet engagement or bachelorette gift. $19
Where to buy: E & H Creates; eandhcreates.etsy.com
Black Bear Booties
Two Little Beans and Co.’s cotton booties have a cozy sherpa lining and a non-slip faux suede sole. $25
Where to buy: twolittlebeansco.com
World of Maine Pint Glass
A 16-ounce, laser-etched glass designed and made to celebrate the symbols of Maine’s unique landscape, wildlife, and lifestyle. $16
Where to buy: Coffee by Design, Lemon Zest Home, Maine Craft Portland, Darby Jones—all in Portland; Maine Culture, maineculture.com
Appliqued Sachets
These Perry Home Naturals handmade sachets feature natural linen filled with authentic Maine balsam fir. $10–$12
Where to buy: perryhomenaturals.com
Maine Play Book
Award-winning blogger and Maine Office of Tourism’s “Family Fun Maker” Jennifer Hazard’s first book is the ultimate family guide to Maine. Published by Islandport Press. $14.95
Where to buy: islandportpress.com
Felt and Leather Bag
Designed by Tanja Cesh for Mulxiply and handcrafted in collaboration with fair-wage leather craftsmen in Nepal, these bags were created with the modern minimalist in mind. $196
Where to buy: Mulxiply, Portland; mulxiply.com
Deco Earrings
Part of Minka’s new Deco Collection, these acrylic, Czech glass and sterling silver earrings are made by designer Michelle Rose in Kennebunkport. $35
Where to buy: minkahome.com
Bone Slice Lichen Pendant
WishboneME’s ethically sourced sliced bone pendant necklace features foraged Maine lichen and moss. $32
Where to buy: Material Objects, The Merchant Co., Pinecone & Chickadee—all in Portland; etsy. com/shop/wishboneME
All-Weather Blankets
Pitter Patter’s durable, waterproof, and versatile blankets are made for strollers, picnics, and evening boat rides. $42.95
Where to buy: pitterpatterinc.com
Snowflake Ornament
Paper & Pearls’ ornaments are handmade in Portland from repurposed books. $20
Where to buy: paperandpearlsme.etsy.com
Coffee on the Go
Tandem’s instant coffee is there for you when good coffee is nowhere in sight. Good for camping, or driving through Connecticut at night. $15
Where to buy: Tandem Coffee Roasters, Portland; tandemcoffee.com
Air Plant Holders
My Mini Maine wraps local stone and crystals with wire that won’t harm the air plants for a distinctive way to display this unique flora. $15.99
Where to buy: Lavish Earth, Westbrook; Lemon Zest Home, Portland; myminimaine.com
Knit Poncho
Made of a soft, lightweight wool blend, the Eden poncho is a stylish layering piece in any kind of weather. But what really sets it apart is that it can be worn in many different ways. $42
Where to buy: Take A Peak, Peaks Island; take-a- peak.myshopify.com
Winter Cabin Sign Set
These decorative handmade signs add a rustic touch to your home for the holidays. $436.99
Where to buy: The Unpolished Barn, theunpolishedbarn.com
Bullet Shell Jewelry
Bullet shells are cut and mounted in a stainless-steel setting with Swarovski crystals for the outdoor enthusiast in your life. Earrings $14, necklace $14, ring $12
Where to buy: Hunt Fish Maine, huntfishmaineshop.com
Liquid Alchemy 101
A gift certificate for a mixology class with Vena’s Fizz House co-owner Steve Corman offers insight into the artandscienceofmixology. $70
Where to buy: Vena’s Fizz House, Portland; venasfizzhouse.com
Wild Maine Blueberry Bloody Mary Mix
Up your Bloody Mary game with Kennebunkport Sauce Company’s “wild” take on the classic. $11.99
Where to buy: Maine’s Pantry, Free Range Fish and Lobster, Shipyard Brewery Gift Shop, Cabot Farmers Annex, Harbor Fish Market—all in Portland; kennebunkportsauceco.com
Velvet Scarves
Kris Lape designs and makes these soft and warm silk and rayon burnout velvet scarves in her studio in Portland. $50
Where to buy: Maine Craft Portland; etsy.com/ shop/KrisLape
Pressed Flower Necklace
Alyssa Garvey creates one-of-a-kind jewelry by using resin to encapsulate flowers from wedding bouquets. $45
Where to buy: pressedbyag.com
Stackable Name Rings
Handmade, customizable silver rings by Kerri Ann Designs are perfect for stacking. $22–$30
Where to buy: etsy.com/shop/KerriAnnDesigns
Ore Rings
Laura Nero uses hand carving, wax casting, and traditional soldering techniques to create pieces that are strong, minimal, and timeless. Brass statement rings can be worn alone or stacked. Large $98, medium $70
Where to buy: neromade.com
Sandstone Mug
Campfire Studio’s stoneware mug is handmade with a minimal square handle, half-dipped in a white gloss glaze. $38
Where to buy: Campfire Studios Retail Shop, Portland; campfirestudiodesign.com
Felted Soaps
Handcrafted from 100-percent alpaca, these soaps featureMaine-inspireddesigns. $28
Where to buy: Lisa-Marie’s Made in Maine, Portland; Old Farm Christmas Place, Cape Elizabeth; The Seaglass Soap Company, mainemadefeltedsoap.com
Waxed Canvas Duffle
The rugged, White Cap duffle bag from Rogue Industries features water-resistant canvas and a full- grain leather strap. $115
Where to buy: The Leather Exchange, Lisa Marie’s Made in Maine, Joseph’s, Rogue at Loyal Citizen, David Wood Clothiers, Portland Dry Goods—all in Portland; rogue-industries.com
Serving and Cooking Spoons
Rusted Pulchritude’s wooden serving and cooking spoons are made using traditional carving techniques from locally salvaged white birch, wild cherry, and apple trees. $38–$48
Where to buy: rustedpulchritude.com