Author: Gabriel Granillo Photography: Michael Novak
The Rose City is full of artists, manufacturers, artisans and creators, as well as locally owned shops, bringing the world to a corner near you. Whether you have 10 locations to spend or want to really splurge, when you shop locally, you are giving gifts from Portland and at the same time giving gifts to Portland.
Thorens TD 124 was first introduced in the 1950s and is known for its basic, minimalist concept and precise audio performance-which is why when you find a vintage turntable suitable for vinyl lovers on your gift list, you will feel very excited. Although these works are very old, the base of Thorens may have deteriorated over the years. Enter Bob Thompson's custom woodworking studio Bobland in the Middle East. Thompson said that every year he receives requests from audiophiles to customize Thorens turntable bases ($600). These bases are made of walnut and are satin-finished, semi-gloss or polished. Bobland has also created custom coffee tables, media consoles, benches, beds and more.
In the cold winter, what could be better than relaxing with a warm fire, hot chocolate and puzzles? Enjoy Portland's pomegranate art puzzle ($21), which includes classic works by Georges Seurat (pictured), Edward Gorey, AY Jackson, and others. Buy something for game night at Mox-maybe Autumn Harvest ($24.99) from the Tea Dragon Society card game series, based on K. O'Neill's graphic novels, designed locally by Steve Ellis and Tyler Tinsley. Your friends can try to find themselves in the newly published Sketchy People book ($15) by illustrator Jack Kent, which is a daily black and white sketch of Portlanders. Use a vaccine tote bag ($80) designed by Sarah Donofrio to give back to the tech-savvy friend who helped you make appointments at the conference center and encourage others to get vaccinated, and comes with a convenient, well-sized pocket to store it. Important vaccination card. You will definitely find something suitable for art lovers on Cult’s list. The Pearl District will stop buying rare vinyls, toys, art books, knick-knacks, etc.-maybe this Andy Warhol "Triple Elvis" bear brick Set (225 USD).
The writer type knows and likes Oblation Papers & Press because of its handmade papers, high-end pens and elaborate greeting cards. But Toppan Printing in the Pearl District also specializes in antique typewriters, such as this gray-green Montgomery Ward Escort 33 ($300), so you can provide a real trading tool for writers in life. Escort 33, modeled on the Italian Olivetti Dora, is a clean, avant-garde machine, perfect for making the great American novels they have been planning.
In the darkness of this winter-figuratively and literally-the barebones railroad lantern ($85) can light up the road for campers in your life, whether they are going to some real woods or just a backyard. Inspired by the old Union Pacific lantern, there is a protective cage around the bulb, which can be charged with a battery or via a USB port, with an adjustable LED bulb that emits a warm glow.
For nearly 40 years, Leatherman has been the Oregon company of choice for the readily available person on your list. You can't go wrong with reliable multi-function tools, such as Signal ($120), which is bundled with various colored hammers, one-handed blades, igniters, emergency whistle, etc. Or find a new kid in the neighborhood, such as Alpine Sea Co, based in the Hood River, whose new pocket bag ($60-70) can store some basic travel items. Starting in 2020, Camp Yoshi provides guided outdoor adventure activities to help black people and their allies reconnect with the outdoors and use their store funds to support this task. Camp Yoshi’s Day 1 Bucket Hat ($75) uses a 90s-style design and adjustable style to make your buds look good and feel good on the road. Use these polygonal Turtle 3.0 waterproof wireless speakers for your escape soundtrack, which can be purchased at Cord on NE Alberta Street ($110). These speakers are great lakeside accessories-or take them out of the water, as long as they stay within the 32-foot Bluetooth range.
Is your mother-in-law a gardener and a sneaker fan? Buy her a flower pot from Plantsketball in Portland (prices vary). Pair it with Ecovibe's Portland Map Clock ($125) to help her personally track the Trail Blazers' fourth quarter game. Give a good atmosphere with this Hamsa stained glass hand ($85) designed by Colin Adrian, or reflect and collect with Woonwinkel's Elli Mirror ($90), this is a stylish and exquisite dressing table. These Sploot candlesticks ($75) by local artist Angelina Crawford look great everywhere. Finally, in the kitchen, help someone use the Benchmade knife handmade in Oregon City (a set of three starting at $850, including chef, peeling and utility tools) to improve their cooking.
Use modern science projects from Kenton Mantel's colorful and curious Shelfie Objects ($32.50-36.50) to brighten someone's desk, day or life. Hand-made resin products come in many shapes, including rainbows, arches, and scallops.
Interesting, brother. With these interesting Graphic Anthology pencils ($9 per set), you can continue to write your own pencils. Or use a bunch of positive messages, such as "You are amazing", "Sunshine in my heart", "You look good", etc. to remind your friends and relatives where they are in your heart.
If you don’t wear new socks for your piglet, which winter will be complete? Poler's Cyclops Icon socks ($6) are available in black, yellow and bright orange, ensuring you never forget the position of your feet. Cute and fun, these small enamel pins ($8 each, $21 set) from Snow Peak are wearable carols for camping. Your gift recipient can put pins (or anything else) in these minimalist Templo Groove Trays ($42), Octaevo from Barcelona. Get out of holiday craziness with Rudy's Shower Bomb Bundle ($15), filled with delightful little bombs full of scents of citrus, oakmoss, and eucalyptus. Stopping at Made Here in the Pearl can help check any last-minute gift needs, including your usual sweets: try only-child chocolate ($8), rosemary and ginger, white chocolate and bergamot, or hazelnut and hazelnut flavors combination. Dukkah.