To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at Illinois Valley Times 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 Geography Gifts
1) Beach Bangle

Capture and carry your favorite beach in a custom sand bangle. Dune Jewelry’s handcrafted sand jewelry encases grains from a special beach, golf course, ballpark, or trail to create a one-of-a-kind accessory. Send them a capsule of your own sand or choose from their collection of over 1, 500 beaches worldwide.
2) 14" x 18" Custom 3D Wood Map

One of a kind three-dimensional wood map. A bathymetric representation of your favorite lake or coastal area, including roads and local details. Choose from over 6, 000 maps currently available.
3) Custom Made Leather Notepad

Lake Art: Custom Made Leather Notepad
4) Custom Topographic Wall Map

Butler and Hill: Custom Topographic Wall Map - White Frame
5) Engraved Pewter Necklace

Customizable nautical chart and map jewelry handcrafted in Portland, Maine.