Nordstrom Just Launched a Hidden Shop of Sure-to-Impress Kitchen Gifts

Handmade by artisans at Baba Tree Basket Co. in Ghana, this market basket is woven from local vetiver grass in colorful shades including bright saffron and burnt orange. Weavers at Baba Tree all earn a fair wage for their work, as well as an extra commission for every basket sold. While this is a great option for putting together a gift basket, keep in mind that the real gift might turn out to be the basket itself!

Simple, durable, and colorful, Graf Latz's Wine-O Wine Glass Markers are a stylish, sustainable alternative to plastic or metal wine charms. They're made from merino wool and simply slip around the stem of a glass to help everyone keep track of their drinks.

Who doesn't love a grooved cutting board? This one brings things a step further by including handles for easy lifting and an extra reservoir along the groove, which will come in handy when carving meats. It's made from sustainably sourced teak wood, which is gentle on knives and naturally resists odors and germs.

The Organic Company is a Danish design house committed to producing goods from 100-percent organic, sustainably grown cotton. Their stylish oven mitts feature a simple design with extra padding for heat protection and come in three calming colors. They would definitely make a thoughtful housewarming gift — paired with a favorite brownie recipe, perhaps?

The Organic Company's cotton kitchen washcloths are another quality find. They're a sustainable alternative to paper towels, have a fun striped design, and are available in three colors. If you're gifting a bottle of wine anytime soon, consider wrapping it in one of these beauties for an extra little bonus gift.

Dishes and tumblers made from bamboo fiber are both sustainable and a delight to use. They're soft to the touch, and even though they're durable, dishwasher safe, and reusable, they make every meal feel like a picnic. This colorful set has everything you need for lunch for four and would be especially great for getting kids excited about mealtime.

These colorful placemats (choose from blue, magenta, and yellow) feel just right for summertime al-fresco meals, or they could make your winter tablescape feel like a sunny picnic. They're handwoven from jipijapa palm leaves by artisans in Colombia and are sure to be a conversation starter when everyone sits down for supper.

A Hot Toddy would feel even cozier when served atop one of these coasters, which are handmade in Los Angeles by Graf Lantz. Made from merino wool, they're stain resistant, naturally absorbent, and especially durable.

The price might seem steep for a broom and dustpan, but this set is basically a work of art. The broom is handmade from fine windmill palm fibers using a centuries-old Japanese technique and features a special paulownia wood handle. The dustpan has a simple, elegant shape that will make cleaning up feel like a very Zen task.

The subtly fluted shape of these wine glasses and tumblers make them look like they belong at a chic bistro, so they'd be a perfect gift for anyone who's currently missing Paris (or dining out in general ... ). They're handmade in Poland from recycled glass, and each set includes four wine glasses and four tumblers.