Gifts for Homebodies

Shop this curated list of handmade gifts from PSU alumni

Bring comfort home with handmade gifts from PSU alumni. Discover skincare, décor, and kitchen favorites — with exclusive PSU community discounts from select makers.

Carrot Condo

Block prints and illustrations celebrating local food and the home cook.  All hand-carved and printed by alum Trista Cornelius, MA '99.

→ Check out the block-printed kitchen towels and aprons.

Purchase on Etsy and at local bazaars and pop-ups. Enjoy 25% off Etsy shop orders with the discount code PSUGRADS. Shop in person at the Viking Made Holiday Market on December 4 and 6!

Gather in Flame Candle Co. 

Founded by Danielle Phillips ‘12, Gather in Flame Candle Co. sells handmade candles, reed diffusers, room sprays, and perfumes inspired by books and pop culture. 

→  Check out the Oregon Evergreen candle.

Shop online and enjoy 10% off your purchase with the discount code PSUHOLIDAY. 

Essance Skincare 

Founded by Jasmine Tran ‘01, Essance Skincare sells handcrafted, plant-powered products designed to nourish the skin naturally while supporting sustainable and holistic beauty. 

→ Try the Body Butter Gift Set.

Enjoy an online discount using code PSUALUMNI20. Shop online or at local retailers: New Seasons Market, Market of Choice and Missionary Chocolates or the Viking Made Holiday Market on campus December 4 and 6!

Sumner Street Shea

Sumner Street Shea is a Black-owned, woman-operated shop founded by Wentemi Martey ‘14, and selling premium 100% unrefined Shea butter infused with tropical essential oils.

Shop online or in person at the Viking Made Holiday Market on December 4!

PDX Pots and Crafts

PDX Pots and Crafts sells handcrafted marbled ceramics made by artist Mikalah Ball ‘20.

Shop online and enjoy 15% off using the discount code PSU2025. Shop in person at the Viking Made Holiday Market on December 4 and 6!