To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at Southeast South Dakota 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 Under $25
1) Handheld Spice Grinder

CrushGrind’s spice grinder makes quick work of crushing dried spices to infuse your cooking with fresher flavors and aromas of things like fennel, cardamom, and other spices. The handheld tool stores upside down to avoid any leftover spices spilling out. The ceramic grinding mechanism inside is more durable and longer-lasting than a steel one, won’t dull with use, and is guaranteed to last for 25 years.
2) Plastic Free Reusable Bag Set

Zip Top: Plastic Free Reusable Bag Set - Teal
3) Spade

Made with strong, long-lasting walnut and stainless steel, this spade will last for many seasons of garden work—and it helps to give back to those in need, too. It has a simple, yet functional (not to mention well-constructed) design. This quality gardening spade is rust-resistant and comes with a lifetime warranty so that you can dig through both dense and soft soil for years to come.
4) Gray Malin Two-Sided Aerial Photo Puzzle

Galison: Gray Malin Two-Sided Aerial Photo Puzzle - The Snow
5) Silicone Snack Bags

These reusable silicone bags cut down on waste by replacing throwaway plastic baggies. Each is completely plastic-free, and seals up to keep food fresh. Eco-friendly, too, the bags are lunch box-ready, and can go from the pantry into the freezer, microwave, or dishwasher without worry. Is there anything this mighty bag can’t do? Well, it won’t break down like plastic does—or get tossed away.