December 1, 2024 • Posted by Design Bay Area
In these turbulent times when it’s easy to feel that so many things are out of our control, one thing we can take charge of is how we shop this Holiday Season. Fortunately, we have a bounty of local makers that create high-quality, beautifully designed, and sustainable products. You can feel good knowing that supporting our Bay Area Made companies will not only thrill your gift recipient but be better for the community and the planet. Make your dollars count this Holiday Season.
Below we’re featuring 10 products to get you in the holiday gift giving spirit, but you can shop the Bay Area Made full Gift Guide here: Part 1 and Part 2.
UMÉ Studio
The Herbes de Provence Erode Soap Set from UMÉ Studio is their annual limited-edition scent, an exclusive scent collaboration with home fragrance brand Studio Stockhome. Luscious soap and unique shapes, form, and function work together to add a different kind of beauty to the daily ritual of bathing. Created with an abundance of unique botanicals, antioxidants, mineral rich clays, and skin-nurturing essential oils to cleanse, hydrate and nourish all skin types. Perfect for daily use. As the soaps use and form are unique, the Bouton plate was designed hand in hand to serve as the Erode Soap’s designated dish.
Kaoru Sanchez San Francisco
The Color Block Adjustable Apron from Kaoru Sanchez San Francisco is printed on 100% cotton and linen featuring their Color Block design. It’s fully adjustable by pulling the straps and it can be worn as a bistro apron. Beautifully crafted, styled with a Japanese worker vibe.
J Brody & Co
Walnut Salad Hands from J Brody & Co. Using these just makes you happy! A fun and modern way to present and serve salads.
Gantri
From Gantri, the Kero Table Lamp is the kerosene lamp, reimagined. Take the Kero Table Light from room to room and dial its brightness to match the mood. Designed by noun studio and 3D printed, their one-of-a-kind, innovative digital manufacturing process offers exceptional design at accessible prices. And by utilizing proprietary plant polymers derived from renewable sugarcane, every Gantri light reduces CO2 emissions by 75%.
Habitat Horticulture
The Growmeo® Preserved Moss Wall from Habitat Horticulture brings the beauty and benefits of green walls to homes and offices anywhere! Made with ethically harvested moss, it’s an easy way to instantly beautify your space. Its biophilic qualities reduce stress, and increase mood, productivity, and creativity. And its acoustic properties dampen noise. In addition, there’s no light required, and no maintenance needed—just dust it off every so often!
Clouds + Ladders
Squiggle Flower Earrings from Clouds + Ladders have brass frames filled with artists’ grade polymer clay and surgical steel posts. Each earring is nickel-free and has a drop of resin on the back to prevent metal touching the ears of people with sensitive skin.
The designer of Clouds + Ladders jewelry, Kate Joseph, is inspired by her love of nature and the history of art and design to create colorful wearable art. Each piece is created by hand in her solar-powered studio in a redwood forest north of San Francisco. Her intention is to spark joy in those who view her work.
MMclay
Ring in the new year with the elegant Dorado Bar Set from MMclay ceramics, perfect for those seasonal cocktail parties.
Anna Monet Jewelry
From Anna Monet Jewelry, The Iris Enamel is a best-selling ready-to-wear style that offers amazing versatility in combination with any look. Enamel is added to the metal and fired in a kiln, then finally set into the classic 18K Yellow Gold-plated Iris medallion base. The resulting look is evocative of mid-century modern design and color palettes. Created with horsehair that is ethically gathered by Native American artisans across the United States in a choice of colors achieved using natural dyes.
Juniper Ridge
The Christmas Fir Candle from Juniper Ridge elicits the glow of the fire on a cozy cabin night, mist traveling through the conifer trees outside. With fragrances reminiscent of Pacific Northwest’s dense fir forests, enliven your senses with the familiar scents of freshly cut evergreen trees. Made with their signature essential oils, steam distilled from upcycled Christmas trees, domestically sourced soy wax, and a natural cotton wick. This candle burns clean and fills your space with the unmistakable seasonal scent of fragrant evergreen trees in the crisp winter months.
Fire Road
The Deco Soap Dish and Sponge Holder from Fire Road is a stylish and environmentally friendly choice for your bathroom or kitchen. Its beautifully carved, art deco inspired texture not only adds to its appearance, but also keeps the soap or sponge from sitting in any standing water. Crafted from 100% recycled paper and resin, this soap dish is both sustainable and long-lasting.
About Bay Area Made
Bay Area Made is dedicated to showcasing products made in the Bay Area and the people who create them. Our platform highlights the richness and diversity of our region and the creativity and craftsmanship of the companies that have chosen to make their products here.
If you are interested in discovering products made in the Bay Area and learning about the inspiring people and processes behind them, through our member directory, journal, social media, events and exhibits, Bay Area Made connects you with exactly what you’re looking for.
Visit the full Bay Area Made Gift Guide Part 1 and Part 2!
