Year of the Horse Lunar New Year Gift Guide February 10 2026

Lunar New Year 2026 is the Year of the Horse

and begins on February 17, 2026! 

The horse is the 7th animal among the twelve animal signs and fire is the element associated with this year's horse. Those who are born in the Year of the Horse are said to be resourceful, independent, cheerful and talented! 

This year's Lunar New Year Gift Guide focusses on gifts and objects made by California-based, AAPI (asian american pacific islander) artists and makers. These individuals create and design modern, yet functional objects of art to be enjoyed all year round. 

Celebrate the Lunar New Year by gifting one of these (or several) of these pieces to yourself or sharing with family and friends! 

Here's all of the details with links on how to purchase: 

1. Double Good Luck Charm with Double Jade Wu Lou - The good luck knot is an auspicious symbol of good fortune and prosperity, while the wu lou, or bottle gourd, represents good health, longevity, and prosperity. 

2. Butterfly Lantern - Charming, traditional cellophane lanterns crafted by artisans in Singapore. Delight in these brilliantly painted and hand-formed butterfly lanterns.

3. Year of the Horse Baby Keepsake Block - A handmade, hardwood keepsake block celebrating baby's year of birth. Based on the chinese zodiac, each year is named after an animal with traits said to belong to those born in that year.

4. Zodiac Keepsake Block for Kids, Grownups - A hardwood keepsake block of your year of birth, based on the Chinese zodiac. Makes a great gift or keepsake for an older sibling, adopted child, someone special or even for yourself. Also use as a desk or room accessory. 

5. Year of the Horse Card - A blank folded card printed on thick, 130lb paper produced from responsible sources. The card backside includes the characteristics of those born in the Horse year. 

6. Peach Charm Bookmark - The peach is a sign of longevity and health. Perfect for everyday reading and for readers who love unique book accessories. Lightweight and easy to slip into novels, journals or planners.

7. Recycled Glass Horse Charm - The Horse Icon Charm is handcrafted from upcycled glass symbolizing strength, freedom, and forward movement. Available in vivid green and warm brown. Chain necklace sold separately. 

8. Persimmon Tote Bag - The sturdiest tote ever to handle your everyday trips. Original design printed on100% cotton super heavy weight canvas. 

9. White Rabbit Candy Art Print - A rich, 3 color, limited edition and signed risograph. 8.5"x11" sizing. 

10. Tangerine Key Chain - Acrylic bag charm/ keychain and a symbol of luck, wealth and prosperity.

11. Horse Waffle Tee - Three horses circle in continuous motion, symbolizing the year of the fire and the balance of yin and yang energy. Featuring the original artwork of Estelle Tcha of eee Studio. 

Enjoy this Lunar New Year and Year of the Horse Gift Guide!