Wine Country is the right place to find unique, well-made treasures.
Right on Target: For the friendly game-player, here’s a dart board that’s a pretty option. With numbers removed, this fun-to-play-with piece is also good to look at. $139, Abbot’s Passage, The Red Barn, 27 East Napa St., Sonoma, 707-939-3024, abbotspassage.com
Designed up Darts: Glam up your aim with these darts, made of maple wood and steel and finished off with black feathers. Mounted on a half sphere of wood, it’s hard to decide if these make game-playing more beautiful or if they make art more fun. $132.95, Abbot’s Passage, The Red Barn, 27 East Napa St., Sonoma, 707-939-3024, abbotspassage.com
Espresso-ly Nice: There’s nothing quite like a perfectly pulled shot of espresso with just the right amount of golden crema on top. How about that in a delicate, hand thrown ceramic cup? This exquisite set is by ceramicist Jessica Wertz. $110 (set of four), In the Making Petaluma, 122b American Alley, Petaluma, inthemakingpetaluma.com
Scents and Versatility: Amsterdam designer, Scotch & Soda, makes “Barfly” fragrance for men, but let’s not limit ourselves. It has notes of citrus, lavender and Madagascar vanilla, but also sandalwood and musk to create a balance between woodsy and sweet. The staff at Scott Lyall says it’s a favorite for men and women alike. $55, Scott Lyall Clothes For Men, 115 E Napa St., Sonoma, 707-933-8770, scottlyallclothes.com
Waxed Canvas: This stylish jacket was designed and made in Los Angeles. Be comfortable in rain and absolutely stunning at the same time. $295, Scout West County, 780 depot St., Suite 140, Sebastopol, 707-827-6045, scoutwestcounty.com
Abstract Elegance: This intriguing grid of color was inspired by a morning walk through a golden field near Duncan Mills. Sonoma County artist Jill Keller Peters focuses on light and color to express form and space in both her impressionist and modernist paintings. “Rancho Bodega” is oil on canvas, 36 x 36 x 1.5 inches. $2200, Fulton Crossing Gallery, 1200 River Road, Fulton, 707-536-3305, fultoncrossing.com
Pretty & Painted: The detailed and delicate Tuscan scene on this scarf is hand-painted by Bay Area artist Linda Boccia. Scarves are cut from garment quality silk, crepe de Chine, and painted with sennelier dyes. $99, Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, 24724 Arnold Dr, Sonoma, 707-931-7575, jacuzziwines.com
Geometry's Jewels: Simple shapes are wonderfully fashioned into unique design. These statement pieces are made of sterling silver and 14k gold-fill hammered metal. Local designer Siri Handsdotter builds these with a center hinge, she says, "to allow shimmery movement like moonlight on water." $350 (and up), Siri Hansdotter, In the Making, 122a American Alley, Petaluma, 707-280-3259, inthemakingpetaluma.com, sirihansdotter.com
Twelve Days of Fine Linens: Designs by Healdsburg-based Julia B are hand-embroidered onto Belgian linen. Each cocktail napkin has a sweet design with fine hand-sewn detailing. $850, (Set of 12) 6" x 9", Julia B Designs, juliab.com
When an ordinary gift won’t do, the search is on for an exquisite buy. Wine Country is the right place to find unique, well-made treasures. Here are some luxe finds, many of them locally made, all available at Sonoma stores. Click through the above galley for details.
