Sweet Signs of Spring: Utah Artisan Confections Worth Celebrating
The snow has finally given way. Days stretch a little longer, the sun warms the trails again, and that familiar pull toward the mountains reminds us why we chose this place to call home. Spring in Utah comes with its own quiet joy, and around here, we like to celebrate it the way we celebrate most things: with something handcrafted, locally made, and genuinely delicious.
A Fresh Start: Utah Artisans to Help You Rest, Reset, and Glow This January
At Wasatch Gift, we believe the best self-care rituals start with thoughtful, handcrafted products made by people who pour intention into their craft. This month, we're celebrating four extraordinary Utah makers whose creations can transform your everyday routines into moments of genuine restoration.Our first holiday season is in the books, and we are brimming with gratitude.
A Season of Gratitude: Celebrating Year One and the Makers Who Made It Possible
There's a moment in every small business journey when you pause and think, this is really happening. For us at Wasatch Gift, that moment came again and again this holiday season, every time a gift went out the door, every time a customer told us how delighted they were, every time one of our incredible Utah makers went above and beyond to help us deliver joy.
Our first holiday season is in the books, and we are brimming with gratitude.
Small-Town Roots, Big-Hearted Community
One of the best parts of building Wasatch Gift has been the chance to connect more deeply with the place I call home. Park City is known worldwide for its mountains, film festival, and ski culture, but at its core, it’s still very much a small town. That’s why being featured in the Park City Chamber of Commerce’s Small Town Stories series felt so special. It’s a rewarding spotlight on my business, and a reflection of the community that makes it all possible.
A Fresh Taste of the Wasatch: Farmers Markets You Won’t Want to Miss
Summer in the Wasatch is peak farmers market season and a chance to wander rows of fresh produce, meet local makers, and soak up the mountain sunshine. Whether you’re hunting for heirloom tomatoes, handcrafted cheese, or small-batch artisan goods, these markets are the heart of our local food and craft culture.
A Cache Valley Treasure Map; Road Trip to Logan
Nestled between the Wellsville Mountains and the Bear River Range, Cache Valley is the kind of place where time slows down. Farmers markets thrive, main streets are dotted with historic buildings, and creativity is everywhere you look. At the heart of the valley is Logan, a college town with a deep sense of community and an impressive roster of local makers and bustling farmers markets.
Spirit of the Mountains: Utah’s Surprising Distillery Boom
Utah might not be the first place that comes to mind when you think of whiskey flights or craft gin cocktails, but maybe it should be.
Despite some of the strictest liquor laws in the country, Utah’s distillery scene has quietly transformed into a hub of creativity, resilience, and award-winning spirits. What started as a few passionate pioneers has become a thriving craft industry that blends Old West grit with mountain-town innovation.
The Story Behind Wasatch Gift…
Working in some form of retail environment was a mainstay from the time I could start earning a paycheck. I sold Dooney & Bourke bags in the 80s. I opened the CP Shades store in SoHo (before it was SoHo). I opened the J. Crew Pasadena store in the 90s, which may have been the coolest job ever. I got to design my own stockroom with an office view looking toward the San Gabriel mountains. So, it was only natural that I made my corporate career out of the retailing experiences that shaped me. I worked for major brands and companies like Express, Rip Curl, Amazon, and J. Crew. I travelled the world buying luxury brands for an Australian Department Store. Regardless of my role over the years, one thing never left me: the thrill of the find, and the pleasure of sharing that find with others.