Unique Thank You Gifts You Can Buy Locally
With Thanksgiving and the winter holidays around the corner, it's the perfect time of year to say thank you to the people in your life who mean the most. Here in Kitsap County, our community is full of wonderful individuals who give back in so many ways. Why not thank your favorite teachers with a surprise gift or write a note to that neighbor who brightens your day? Here are some creative thank-you gifts that are sure to show your gratitude.
Thank You Gifts for Animal Lovers
Give a busy dog owner the gift of time with this
playful treat hider from Z Bones on Bainbridge Island. Or, purchase some long-lasting bones and
natural treats from The NW Dog in Poulsbo. For the cat enthusiast, we love this
adorable tea infuser set from Crow’s Curiosities in Port Orchard. And, you could pair it with a gift card to enjoy a beverage
amongst the adoptable kitties at Ziggy’s Cat Lounge in Bremerton.
Gifts for Those Who Give So Much
Create a thoughtful care package for a first responder and include
handmade soap from FROG Soap, or a
hand-poured candle and a solid lotion bar from Little Bee Home, both located in Bremerton. For a quick but sweet gesture, drop off a box of
Bundtinis® to treat your favorite vets or healthcare workers. For those incredible educators, we love
these items from Clever Gift Shop in Kingston. They would pair nicely with some
locally-roasted coffee from Grounds for Change in Poulsbo. If you want to enhance it further, add a gift card to a
local restaurant.
Unique Gifts for the Home
These wreaths from Storie Home & Garden in Kingston are a beautiful way to brighten a home. Surprise a friend who loves to host with one of these
colorful felt trivets from Tango Zulu Imports in Port Gamble. If you're looking for a delicious gift, we suggest
Strucà (olive oil cake) from Bainbridge's Via Rosa 11 or perhaps some
handmade marshmallows
from Crazy for Confectionary in Bremerton.
Nostalgic Gifts
If you’re looking for the perfect present to recall fond memories, peruse the stacks of vinyl records at Rockin’ Ruby’s in Poulsbo. Or, head over to Red Plantation for some vintage holiday decor. Prefer to give the gift of an experience? Tickets to a Cars tribute show in January at the Admiral Theater is a fun option.
Humorous Gift Ideas
Thank-you gifts don’t have to feel serious. This Lego mug set from Bremerton Mercantile made us smile, and these missed ferry mugs and stickers from Saltwater Bookshop in Kingston are all too relatable. Sometimes all it takes is the perfect card. Away With Words Bookshop in Poulsbo always has a punny selection of cards for all occasions.
Wherever your gift giving takes you, we hope you're able to support some of the excellent local businesses here in Kitsap County.
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