Ideas for Virginia Gifts

Looking for a unique gift from Virginia? Whether it's for a relative or a friend, it's tough to find that special gift that is useful and means something. It's even harder if you're looking for a gift that reflects a specific place. But thanks to the Internet, it is easier than ever before to find Virginia gifts. Here are some ideas of places to look for a special gift that reflects Virginia.

Virginia Cook Book My Favorite City, LLC ($11.95 from MyFavoriteCity.com) Taste a bit of Virginia historical legacy through recipes as diverse as savory seafood and ham, Sheanandoah Valley apple delights and a wide assortment of historical and family favorites.

Virginia Blackberry Jam ($3.95 from MyFavoriteCity.com) Great gift for a sweet tooth. Delicious Blackberry Jam packed in a 4.5 oz. jar measuring about 3" high.

Sur La Table Gourmet Peanuts ($17.50 from Sur La Table) The ultimate snack is a handful of plump, large peanuts. Tasty with cocktails, these delectable, canned nuts are prepared using a traditional, home-style recipe. Made for Sur La Table by The Peanut Shop of Williamsburg. 40oz.

Chesapeake Crab Cake Mix ($3.95 from MyFavoriteCity.com) A fun and delicious Virgina souvenir! Easy to make and a wonderful treat.

Hand Embroidered Virginia Accent Pillow ($149.00 from Top Notch Gift Shop) This Virginia accent pillow is painstakingly hand embroidered on a light tea colored 100% cotton fabric that buttons off for cleaning. Accented with black velvet piping. Measures 19 inch x 19 inch square.

Clay Shooting for Two in Virginia ($100.00 from Excitations) Ready, aim, and get fired up with a clay shooting experience for two. Begin with the basics or tackle tournament techniques, while learning to shoot from a certified instructor.

Virginia Postcard ($0.75 from MyFavoriteCity.com) Virginia Sites Postcard makes a great souvenir, party favor, promotional item, or addition to a Virginia themed gift basket. Also great for guest amenities! Quantity discount available.

George Washington Sundial ($59.75 from OutdoorDecor.com) The exquisite detail of the George Washington Sundial has been faithfully reproduced from the original found at Mount Vernon, Washington's home on the Potomac River. Crafted of cast iron with a hand applied verdigris finish.

Bourbon Butter Cake ($73.80 from Bluechopsticks.com) Two flavors renowned throughout the South - pecans and bourbon - are combined. Moist, buttery cake layered with bourbon ganache, studded with chocolate and pecans with bourbon icing. 5 pounds. Pre-cut into 16 servings.

So those are some ideas. The rest is up to you. Get creative and get some gifts!