To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at SE Oakland News asked our friends at The Grommet for their latest and greatest practical gift suggestions for 2021.
These guides are geared towards specific interests. You’ll be able to find something for even the toughest person on your Christmas shopping list.
Top 5 Gifts For Family
1) 3D Puzzle Pet Mini Building Blocks
Block Center: 3D Puzzle Pet Mini Building Blocks - Corgi
2) Soccer Tabletop Board Game
The Soccer Tabletop Board Game by Plakks challenges you to score goals against your opponent, but with your fingers instead of your feet. Made with high-quality materials and fun for all ages.
3) Custom Framed Wooden Map
It’s a fresh perspective on your favorite city. This laser cut wall art is Made in the USA from A1-grade oak then hand-stained with dark walnut Danish oil. Maker Dan Lin transforms maps into sophisticated-but-minimalist silhouettes with clean lines and shapes. Each one is a beautiful conversation piece that comes framed and ready to show off.
4) Lexington Tabletop Fireplace
The Anywhere fireplaces are ventless, requiring no construction, chimney, or gas lines. Using Bio-ethanol fuel burns clean and without soot, smoke or ashes. The high style and design allows the ambiance of a fireplace to be enjoyed in any space and with certain styles designed for indoor and outdoor use.
5) App-Connected Smart Piano
This super smart piano will teach you how to play—like an effective, patient teacher. Sync your device to the piano and your hands to the keys, where LED lights integrate seamlessly with the screen and guide you with step-by-step and hand-by-hand instructions. Pick from the library of videos and digital sheet music as you make your way from Twinkle Twinkle to one of Mozart’s concertos. You can stop, rewind, and slow down whenever you want. And when you’re not practicing, use your piano as a speaker to stream music.
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