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TGIF Shopping: Filson Holiday Collection

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While Christmas morning is undoubtedly a celebratory time for many, for a number of us, it’s an ‘oh sh*t’ moment when we wake-up realizing that we forgot to stuff our loved one’s stockings.

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Fear not, Filson‘s holiday collection is here with great ultra-last minute gift options. Sure, your gift might be a little late, but you can print your receipt straightaway indicating your head and heart were in the right place. Or, if you’re like me, just blame UPS.

The full collection, which ranges from $88 (candles) to $12,000 (3-piece knife set).

“We looked to unique Pacific Northwest artisans and manufacturers for gift items,” says Aude Tabet, Director of Product Design & Development at Filson.

Highlights from the collection include Astis suede leather gloves with Native-inspired beadwork across the wrist and Polartec Thermal Pro High Loft insulated lining as well as unique wool goods handcrafted by the members of the Cowichan tribe in British Columbia.

Need a last minute gift for the girlfriend, the wife, a sister or most importantly mom? Tabet offers up some of his favorites: “The Leather Carry-All Bag made in our Seattle factory where we are crafting many of our leather accessories and leather bags for future seasons. Each season we release new designs in our Cowichan Sweater offering that have become gift favorites and collectables.” He also suggests the plaid wool/cashmere scarf, saying it has become a favorite around the Filson offices.

Check out the full holiday collection at Filson.com.

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