To take the guesswork out of buying gifts this year, we at Lake County Times 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 Practical Gifts
1) SUV Tailgating Canopy Tent
Take your tailgating experience to the next level with the SUV Tailgating Canopy Tent. It attaches to your rear hatch door and extends out from the vehicle to provide easy shade at sporting events or campgrounds. The sandbags attach to the canopy’s poles to keep them firmly planted to the ground, even in a strong wind.
2) Portable Bluetooth White Noise Machine
SNOOZ is a portable white noise machine that turns your bedroom into a haven for sleep. Inside SNOOZ's acoustic enclosure a mechanical fan spins to generate peaceful white noise to help you fall asleep. Unlike a normal fan, it doesn't blow unwanted cold air in the winter and it uses a fraction of the energy.
3) Bacon Bin Silicone Grease Container
This silicone bacon grease container might be small, but it does drains and pipes a huge favor. Pour hot bacon grease into the BPA-free bin to keep it from gunking up your plumbing and to keep it handy for other cooking jobs. A strainer makes sure no stray bacon bits make their way through. Put the lid on and you can store this cute container on the counter or in the fridge or freezer.
4) OneLid Universal Pot Lid with Glass
This silicone and glass universal pot lid is a multifunctional kitchen must-have. ONELID fits most standard size pots, so it’s the only lid you’ll need to reach for. Its convex, grooved underside lets it double as a strainer, and it also prevents water from boiling over by dispersing steam evenly. The lid’s handle stays cool to the touch, too, so there’s no need to grab a pot holder. Yes, one lid does all that.
5) Silicone Organization Band 6-Pack
Organize, wrap, and corral with packing bands that can help out with many jobs. This set of durable and stretchy silicone bands comes with two of each different size. The bands can be linked to work together, or secure one to itself—there’s no metal parts to cause any scratches or snags. A band fits the bill for tasks like keeping clothes tidy in luggage (there’s even indicators for clean and dirty laundry), sealing open bags in the pantry and more.