Gift-buying for the winter holidays is in full swing. This season, why not show off a little Long Island pride?
Help the proud Long Islander in your family express their love for the region with one of these unique Long Island-themed gifts for all ages.
PARKWAY COASTERS
These hand-painted coasters mimic signs for the Meadowbrook Parkway, Wantagh Parkway, Ocean Parkway, and Robert Moses Causeway. $12-$32. etsy.com
LONG ISLAND KEYCHAIN
If you have a low budget, fret not. These cute, Long Island-shaped keychains are great for any LI lover. They’re made of resin and sand, and they come in six different colors and two sizes. $1-$3. etsy.com
LONG ISLAND “HOME” WREATH
This handmade wreath made from a 12-inch embroidery hoop and fabric would look great in any Long Island family’s home. $20. etsy.com
TOTAL BAMBOO LONG ISLAND CUTTING BOARD
Get the cook in the family or your favorite chef friend this bamboo cutting board. It’s shaped like Long Island and has many different town names and doodles on it. $29.99 bedbathandbeyond.com
LONG ISLAND BABY ONESIE
Shopping for a baby? Get them this adorable Long Island baby onesie – aw, look, the baby bottle is the lighthouse! $22. etsy.com
SEASHELL CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT
Add some beachy vibes to your Christmas tree with this seashell ornament. The artist can customize it and write your Long Island town name on the front. $28. etsy.com
ABCs OF LONG ISLAND BOOK
This children’s book will teach your kids all about Long Island destinations and culture. Local artist James McDonald created it and sells them online and at his Rockville Centre art and frame shop. $19.95 ilostmydog.com
HOMESICK LONG ISLAND CANDLE
Maybe you have a loved one from Long Island who moved away and can’t come home for the holidays this year. Well, here’s the perfect gift to ship on over to them: a candle that tries to replicate Long Island’s smell with clean ocean air, jasmine blossom, and apple tree scents. $34. homesick.com
FIRE ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE PAINTING
This watercolor painting of the Fire Island lighthouse painting is a great, thoughtful gift. It also comes in a postcard that you can send in the mail to a long-distance loved one! $22.50 etsy.com
CUSTOM VINTAGE MAP JEWELRY
This Etsy seller allows you to customize your jewelry so you can hold a portion of any place on Long Island close to your heart. $24.99. etsy.com
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