Newport Holiday Gift Guide 2025
Newport Holiday Gift & Experience Guide
Shop Small, Shop Coastal — Our Newport Gift Guide Is Here! We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite spots and makers that we love to shop, gift, and celebrate — because supporting local means more joy, more connection, and more heart in every purchase.
Newport Fine Linens
Linen and Event Store (Rental / Retail)
www.newportfinelinens.com
Located at 132 Spring Street in Newport, this woman-owned boutique offers curated, premium table linens, napkins, chair ties, and entertaining accessories. Newport Fine Linens caters to both intimate home gatherings and larger events.
Wednesday Affair Nights: Beginning October 22nd, every Wednesday from 6–8 PM — drop in for refreshments, conversation, and inspiration around “All Things Home Entertaining.”
Gift Ideas
- Select a luxurious tablecloth (such as the “Colonial Charm” toile design) with matching napkins.
- Give the gift of experience with a voucher inviting someone to attend a “Wednesday Affair” evening together.
- For a host, include a note saying, “Pick a linen and I’ll help you set your next table.”
- For smaller budgets, choose a table runner or accent napkins from their rotating “Dine at Home Collection.”
Newport Sea Salt Co.
Food Seasoning Artisan
www.newportseasaltco.com
This small, veteran- and woman-owned company hand-harvests seawater from Brenton Reef on Ocean Drive in Newport. Their “reef-to-table” sea salt is produced in small batches with no anti-caking agents or additives, retaining natural trace minerals for authentic flavor.
Visit: 640 Thames Street, Newport (Thu–Sat, 11 AM–5 PM).
Gift Ideas
- A cork-top jar of pure sea salt — a simple, elegant gift for home cooks or entertainers.
- Pair the salt with an olive-oil drizzle bottle or cookbook on finishing salts.
- Choose a flavored blend (rosemary & thyme, butcher’s blend) and include a recipe suggestion card.
- Pick up in-store to add local artisan gift wrapping for a special touch.
WhitneyWares
www.whitneywares.com
WhitneyWares creates art-driven, original design tableware — fine porcelain featuring detailed wildlife and automobile motifs. The pieces combine function with fine art, offering conversation starters for any table.
Gift Ideas
- Choose a standout plate or mug featuring wildlife or sport themes.
- Create a pairing: a mug with gourmet coffee or artisan hot chocolate mix.
- Gift a serving platter or cake stand with a note: “For your next dinner centerpiece.”
Arcwood Jewelry
Jeweler
arcwoodjewelry.com
Arcwood Jewelry, based in Rhode Island, specializes in handcrafted, sustainable pieces using 100% recycled metals and natural inlays such as wood. Each creation is designed with artistry and purpose.
“To say Lincoln’s work is beautiful is an understatement. He doesn’t just make rings — he pours passion, detail, and perfection into his craft.”
Gift Ideas
- Commission a custom piece such as a ring or pendant, incorporating meaningful materials.
- Include a note explaining symbolic choices (e.g., wood for growth, metal for strength).
Martin’s Salon
www.brickmarketnewport.com/martins-salon
Located in the Brick Market area of Newport, Martin’s Salon offers professional hair styling and color experiences — a thoughtful gift for someone who deserves a little pampering.
Contact: Dan — +1 (401) 662-7556
Gift Ideas
- Gift certificate for a haircut and style, or color refresh ahead of the holiday season.
- Pair the certificate with a travel-size styling spray or brush.
- Include a note: “Because you deserve to be party-ready.”
Newport Hypnosis (with Nota Znika)
www.newporthypnosis.com
Newport Hypnosis offers hypnotherapy sessions for relaxation, anxiety relief, confidence, and improved sleep — a non-traditional, meaningful gift centered on wellbeing and transformation.
Gift Ideas
- Gift a session voucher for relaxation or personal transformation, paired with a calming tea or journal.
- Tailor the gift for someone who’s expressed interest in personal change or mindfulness.
- Include a note: “This is your time — a chance to reset.”
Michele Gallagher Consulting
For the entrepreneur or creative in your life, consider a gift certificate from Michele Gallagher — a Newport-based consultant specializing in branding, marketing, and PR strategy across luxury, hospitality, and technology sectors.
Gift Guide Summary
| Recipient Type | Gift Idea | Why It Fits | Personalization Tip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Host/Hostess | Newport Fine Linens – tablecloth + invite | Elegant, experiential | Include RSVP for two |
| Food-lover | Newport Sea Salt Co. – artisan jar + recipe card | Local, flavorful | Add your favorite salt recipe |
| Style Enthusiast | WhitneyWares – artistic tableware | Unique, personality-driven | Mention their décor style |
| Loved One | Arcwood Jewelry – custom piece | Meaningful, sustainable | Design together for added sentiment |
| Friend Needing Pampering | Martin’s Salon – service voucher | Relaxing, personal | Include small hair-care item |
| Someone Seeking Calm | Newport Hypnosis – session voucher | Transformative, self-care | Add a journal or tea blend |
Presentation Tips
- Mix & Match: Combine a tangible item (like linens or sea salt) with an experience (like a salon visit) for a memorable pairing.
- Tell the Story: Add a short origin note, such as “Harvested at Brenton Reef” or “Handcrafted in Rhode Island.”
- Plan Ahead: Allow lead time for custom or event-based gifts.
- Support Local: Every gift in this guide supports Rhode Island artisans and businesses.