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Shopping for him can be tricky. He says he doesn’t need anything. He buys his own gadgets. And when you ask what he wants for Christmas, you get the classic: “I don’t know. Whatever.” Helpful. Really helpful. This year, skip the predictable and find him something with a little more personality. Whether he’s the family storyteller, the backyard bartender, the guy who&r …

There’s something special about opening a box of Christmas ornaments each year. The familiar sparkle, the slightly tangled hooks, the ornaments that have been around longer than you can remember. And then there are the ones that bring you right back to a particular year, a new baby, a family trip, or a moment you never want to forget. A Christmas ornament tradition doesn’t have to be e …

There’s something about Halloween in New England that just feels a little more… haunted. The leaves are turning, the nights are getting longer, and suddenly every creaky old house looks like it might have a ghost in the attic. (We’re not saying it does. We’re just saying… have you checked?) At Danforth, we like our Halloween gifts with a little less plastic and a li …

There’s something about fall in Vermont that makes you want to slow down. The mornings turn crisp, the hillsides begin to glow with color, and suddenly the simple pleasures—an afternoon walk, a warm cup of coffee, a gathering around the table—feel a little more special. Maple Leaf Coffee Scoop At Danforth Pewter, we’ve always believed that the best things are made to be en …