How to Add a Local Touch to Every Gift
Thoughtful ideas for adding Nova Scotia charm to every package.
There’s something extra meaningful about giving a gift that’s rooted in place — a little nod to home, heritage, or community. Whether you’re sending a gift across the country or just down the road, adding a local touch turns an ordinary gift into something personal, warm, and memorable.
Here are 7 easy ways to add a local, Nova Scotia-inspired touch to every gift:
1. Tie It with Nova Scotia Tartan
Skip the standard ribbon and finish your gift with a strip of Nova Scotia tartan. It instantly adds heritage and charm — and makes your wrapping unforgettable. You can use it for bows, tags, or even lining the inside of a box.
2. Include a Locally Made Product
From small-batch preserves and handmade candles to artisan soaps and local teas, Nova Scotia is bursting with beautiful products. Including even just one locally made item gives your gift meaning, quality, and a story.
3. Use Packaging with a Coastal Feel
Natural kraft boxes, soft blues, sea-glass greens, and beachy tones nod to the Atlantic without being over-the-top. Bonus: they pair beautifully with tartan and other rustic details.
4. Add a Handwritten Note
Write a personal message that mentions something local — “Made right here in Nova Scotia” or “A little something from the Maritimes.” It helps the recipient connect to the gift’s origin.
5. Include a Taste of the Region
Food always wins. A jar of fresh honey or iconic Sam's Pizza Sauce, or a sweet treat from a local bakery can transport someone home — or introduce them to our region’s best flavours.
6. Use Reusable Local Keepsakes
Tuck in a small keepsake like a Nova Scotia keychain, a magnet, or even a small locally made pottery piece. These items often become cherished mementos long after the original gift is gone.
7. Shop Local, Gift Local
The best way to support your community while gifting? Shop from local businesses who curate and wrap everything beautifully — like we do at Tartan & Twine! Our baskets are filled with Nova Scotia charm and wrapped with care.
💙 Final Thoughts
When you add a local touch, you add heart. Whether it’s a nod to your roots or a warm welcome to someone else’s, local gifting feels more connected, more thoughtful, and more you.
Looking for gifts that celebrate Nova Scotia? Explore our curated and build-your-own options, all filled with products from local makers.