Chequamegon Bay Gift Guide
By Sadie Kendall
Party In My Pants Pads are stitched and shipped out of the Wilmarth School, just 9 blocks from the Chequamegon Bay of Lake Superior.
Zooming out, the Chequamegon Bay region of Northern Wisconsin is one of those communities where if you know it, you love it. From the water to the woods, there’s a quiet life that bursts at the seams with locally-sourced food, fiber, arts, and experiences. We know our farmers, our makers, and our doers, because we are them. Supporting one-another keeps us northern folk warm and full of light through the darkest days of the year.
Whether you’re a dedicated localvore from the area, or interested in tapping into the Chequamegon Bay scene in a more meaningful way, the holiday season is the BEST time of year to support these small shops that keep our community so vibrant.
Here are some unique gifts designed, created, and/or sourced with love from our neck of the woods that can be shipped wherever in the USA this holiday season finds you:
For your sweetheart:
Show them some love with Chaga Double Extract
$18
Used by people throughout history to tackle inflammation and boost immunity, Chaga is a true gift for an herbal-curious sweetheart. Some of the first certified organic farmers in the area at North Wind Organic Farm also wild harvest and bottle up north woods goodness for others to enjoy!
The ultimate adventure buddy deserves a glow-in-the-dark Nalgene
$19.99
For hot and cold liquids alike, through day hikes and late nights, a glow-in-the-dark Nalgene water bottle is a gift that will come along on many years of adventures. Sold by Adventure Vacations out of La Pointe, Wisconsin.
Lean in to tradition with Cyser and Glogg
$28.00
Does your love appreciate a cozy night in with friends? Our friends at White Winter Winery have mastered the art of extraordinary entertaining beverages. Warm this powerhouse couple of winter drinks- cyser, a semi-sweet apple and honey wine, and glogg, a Scandinavian favorite with spices- together in a crock pot to drink and be merry all evening. *Does not ship to Oklahoma
Tree Huggers will love this Phenology Journal
$30
Local Author, naturalist, and museum education director Emily Stone has a few great publications that support the Cable Natural History Museum. The Phenology Journal guides you to observe and record nature through the seasons, growing closer to the places you love.
They’re sure to treasure an Orange Shino Bowl
$45.00
Made with handmade clay and handmade glazes in Cornucopia, Wisconsin by a dear friend of Party In My Pants, these GORGEOUS bowls are food, drink, and dishwasher safe.
For your elders:
Give their house plants a boost with Rejuvinate
Big Lake Organics
$8
Does grandpa’s pothos look a little worse for wear? Big Lake Organics crafted the perfect mix of local compost, worm castings, granite powder, and biochar to nourish beloved houseplants. Combine this biologically active soil booster with a homemade coupon for a little elbow grease and spend an afternoon together repotting their plants!
Keep them warm with a Fleece Neck Gaiter
$17.95
Cozy never looked so cute! These Polartec ® Fleece Neck Gaiters designed and sewn in Washburn, Wisconsin come in 17 styles and can be worn in multiple ways, including pulled up over the nose and mouth for extra protection from the cold, dry winter air. These can also be much easier to put on and remove than a traditional scarf.
Provide comfort with Cramp-Aid Cozy
$17.99
We created the Cramp-Aid Cozy to nurse aches and pains- and our soothing cotton Cramp-Aid Cozy filled with 100% flaxseed helps all sorts of them associated with aging. Pop it in the microwave in 1-minute intervals for heat therapy, or keep it in the freezer for at least an hour for a cold compress. Comes in 22 colors to match your loved one’s style.
Bring light with a Bayfield Blooms Candle
$15.00
Crafted by Missy at Bayfield Blooms, these soy candles are so sweet!
Encourage movement and stillness with a Class Pass
$15-$25
From meditations to chair yoga to Zumba, Washburn Meditation Center has options for all ages and abilities. All courses have online attendance options unless otherwise stated, so you’ll just need to show them how to find the link to get started.
For youngsters in your life:
Experience their first German Chocolates
$15.00
Know a kiddo with a sweet tooth? We love the gorgeous 12-pack of unique chocolates from local german chocolatier Gabriele. These are a novelty, sweet treat, and invitation to slow down and appreciate the wonder of chocolate-making all in one.
Gift their new favorite twirly dress, the Kangaloo Jumper
$30.00
Made in-house here at Party In My Pants, this charming little cotton dress is designed for layering, twirling, and year-round fun. Whether worn solo on sunny days or over a tee and leggings in cooler weather, this versatile piece brings out the playful spirit in every little one.
Have you ever heard of “Snow Sleeves?”
$34.00
If you’ve ever been sledding, wiped out skiing, or made an epic snowman, you know what a bummer it can be to lose your steam via a snow-infiltration straight into your glove or coat. Cue these sweet sleeves made in by AdventureUs in Washburn, Wisconsin. They come in over 30 colors! Good for ages 1-8+
Honorable mentions: Bloom Bayfield Lake Superior Agate merchandise, Superior Rivers Watershed Association Annual Membership, Honest Dog Books Annual Subscription
In-person experiences you can purchase in advance online: Big Top Chatauqua Shows, Chequamegon Food Cooperative Courses, Chequamegon Theatre Association Shows, Hatch Clayworks Throw n’ Go Workshops, Lost Creek Adventures Kayak Tours, Nature’s Honey Therapeutic Massages, Wild Rice Retreat Stays
Written by Sadie Kendall