To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at North Mecklenburg 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 Crafts & DIY Gifts
1) Tape Measuring Tool

This tape measuring tool helps you get an accurate reading in curves, corners, and hard-to-see spots. It’s as easy to use as it is accurate—just clamp it onto a tape measure and take the guesswork out of your task.
2) Handspun Banana Fiber Yarn

Darn Good Yarn: Handspun Banana Fiber Yarn - Coral
3) Bitzblade 2.0 Bit & Blade Multitool

StatGear: Bitzblade 2.0 Bit & Blade Multitool - Black
4) Intermediate Bowery Loopy Cowl Knit Kit

Third Piece: Intermediate Bowery Loopy Cowl Knit Kit - Kit without needles - Wisteria
5) Cordage Making Card

The credit card sized, stainless steel cordage making tool creates rope from plastic bottles. The multifunctional cordage created from this tool can be used for hundreds of tasks including gardening and camping. One 2-liter bottle can create over 50 feet of line. Made in the USA.