Out of the Ordinary Gifts For Your Favorite People

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Finding the perfect gift can be challenging. Gift cards and online shopping are an easy go-to, but they’re not necessarily the most unique or thoughtful options. If you want your gifts to let your loved ones know you really “get” them, then antiques are the way to go because like them, antiques are one of a kind. With so many different items to choose from, it’s easy to find a meaningful antique gift for everyone in your life.

For the Queen of the Kitchen

Hand-hewn bowls that were once used to mix bread dough have recently become popular vessels for stylish table centerpieces. For the cook that already has every kitchen gadget under the sun, an antique dough bowl is a bold statement piece that can be displayed in oh-so many ways.

For the Coffee Enthusiast

For many people around the world, coffee isn’t just a beverage: it’s a way of life. If you have a caffeine aficionado to buy for, consider giving something like a classic hand-crank coffee grinder. Even if it’s not in working condition, it still makes for an intriguing piece of wall art.

For the Ultimate Green Thumb

There’s nothing a gardener loves more than the promise of spring. Give them the perfect accessory to take their garden to the next level with an antique goat cart. Whether displayed on a porch or used in a landscape, goat carts are simply stunning when filled with flowering plants.

For the Theater-Goer

Attending the theater is an art in and of itself. For the season ticket-holder in your life, consider a set of antique opera glasses. Compact and refined, these petite binoculars will have them reminiscing about all of the shows gone-by.

For the Cigar Connoisseur

Give a piece of history with a 19th century cigar mold. This two-piece mold press once manufactured 20 cigars at a time. The so-called winding forms made it possible to produce cigars more quickly and easier than the manual, labor intensive cigar making of the past. 

For the Avid Skier

Custom made from two pairs of vintage wooden skis and adorned with hooks for hanging coats and scarves, this hall tree is a gorgeous and functional gift for the powder hound. Often featuring original hardware and bindings, these pieces are built in-house, making each one is a unique work of art.

For the Beer Lover

Much like with coffee, people who love beer often have an appreciation for all things beer-related. For the friend who loves the culture surrounding beer as much as actually drinking it, a vintage beer growler makes the perfect gift.

For the Happy Camper

The outdoorsy folks in your life probably have all of the latest and greatest equipment for their adventuring. So as a nod to their favorite pastime, give them a fun accessory for their home or office with a vintage French oil lamp. They’ll thank their stars that technology has improved!

For the Party Host

We all have that one friend who is the center of every celebration. They love entertaining friends and family in their homes with soirees and dinner parties. Treat the consummate host in your life to a gift that will be the envy of all their guests, like these gorgeous mid-century glass decanters. 

Maggie Erickson is the store manager at Ski Country Antiques & Home, a shop that specializes in one-of-a-kind antiques from northern Europe as well as new home décor items. View their profile or contact them at 303-670-8726.

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