Get Cozy, Light a Fire, and Shop Vermont This Holiday Season
Photo by Stowe Beautiful
Vermont’s mountains are covered with snow, wood smoke is rising from chimneys, and holiday lights are brightening towns and cities across our state.
As the holiday spirit fills Vermont this December, we encourage you to shop local for your gifts. Local businesses are struggling because of the public health crisis. Your gift-giving this winter can support Vermont businesses while you buy high-quality and thoughtful presents.
The Vermont Chamber of Commerce and Vermont Attractions Association have collected gift ideas for you to consider this winter:
Photo from Danforth Pewter
Gifts Handmade in Vermont
A selection from Bennington Potters cookware or dining pieces is the perfect accompaniment to homemade meals. Glassware and decor from Simon Pearce will add subtle shine and sparkle to any home.
Give the gift of Christmas with ornaments, nativities, and decorations from Christmas Days. Shop locally sourced and made silk scarves, pottery, and jewelry at Artisans Hand.
Find something for everyone on your list at Vermont Country Store, one of Vermont’s most iconic shopping experiences.
Get custom sculptures and art from Stone Revival Gallery or shop their handmade collections of fine art and décor. Pewter décor or jewelry from Danforth Pewter make the perfect heirloom gift.
Clothing and Accessories
Give the ultimate gift of comfort with sleepwear, blankets, or clothing from Vermont Flannel. Shop premium Merino Wool socks from Darn Tough, perfect for outdoor adventures or staying warm at home.
Find unique clothing and accessory items for the trendy women in your life at Fat Hat Clothing. The updated basics or luxe loungewear from Commando are perfect for comfortably staying in or going out.
Photo from King Arthur Baking
Food
Support restaurants in your neighborhood by purchasing gift cards for your loved ones.
Shop King Arthur Baking for the baking mixes and tools every home baker needs. Give the gift of maple with Sugarbush Cheese & Maple Farm’s edible gift boxes, or gift pancake mix, maple products, and berry syrups from Maple Grove Farms.
Satisfy your loved one’s sweet tooth with Lake Champlain Chocolates’ specialty chocolates and Christmas truffles, or Snowflake Chocolates’ popcorn, brittles, and chocolate snowflakes.
You’re bound to find something for every foodie in your life at Stowe Mercantile, with their selection of handmade fudge, maple products, specialty products, and more.
Vermont Ski Staycation
Ski resorts are implementing extra health and safety measures so that everyone, from guests to their communities at large, stays healthy. State guidance considers industry best practices, CDC guidance, and state regulations. Ski with peace of mind and enjoy the snow at these Vermont ski areas:
Use Ski Vermont’s 2020 Holiday Gift Guide to plan your Vermont staycation.
You can find more Vermont businesses to support using our categorized Vermont Chamber member directory or by browsing through our Stay & Play Directory.
Have a happy holiday season and thank you for shopping Vermont.
