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April 29, 2022

Shop One-of-a-Kind Cedar Rapids Gifts Online

Are you on the hunt for the perfect gift that captures the spirit of Cedar Rapids? Look no further! At YHM Designs, we offer a curated collection of one-of-a-kind Cedar Rapids, Iowa gifts that are sure to delight your loved ones. Whether Cedar Rapids is their hometown, current residence, favourite city, or a cherished travel destination, our travel-inspired and aviation-themed products are designed to leave a lasting impression.

Delight your loved ones with a unique gift featuring the CID airport code, a symbol of connection and belonging. Ideal for people who share a bond with Cedar Rapids, our products evoke the glamour, sophistication, and luxury of early air travel, with a vintage baggage tag design inspired by the golden era of the jet age. Our colours are inspired by iconic airline liveries, providing an authentic touch that resonates with aviation enthusiasts and city lovers alike.

About Cedar Rapids

Cedar Rapids, Iowa is a proud and industrious city situated on both banks of the Cedar River in east-central Iowa, approximately 200 kilometres east of Des Moines and 30 kilometres north of Iowa City, and is the second-largest city in Iowa and the commercial and industrial engine of the eastern Iowa corridor — a city of genuine manufacturing heritage, surprising cultural depth, and a warm and hardworking community character that has made it one of the most economically stable and quietly accomplished mid-sized cities in the American Midwest, a place whose contributions to American food production, the arts, and the broader Iowa economy are far greater than its modest national profile might suggest.

Cedar Rapids is one of the most important food processing cities in the United States — home to the world headquarters of Quaker Oats and a remarkable concentration of grain processing, corn milling, and food manufacturing facilities whose combined output makes the city one of the largest producers of breakfast cereals, corn sweeteners, and grain-based food products in the country, and whose operations along the Cedar River have given the city the affectionate if pungent nickname the City of Five Smells, a reference to the distinctive aromas of the various processing plants that have been part of the city's sensory landscape for generations. The Quaker Oats facility on the west bank of the Cedar River is one of the largest cereal manufacturing plants in the world and a landmark of American industrial food heritage.

Cedar Rapids has a cultural heritage of surprising richness, most notably as the hometown of Grant Wood — the American regionalist painter whose iconic American Gothic, painted in 1930 and one of the most recognized and reproduced images in the history of American art, was inspired by a house in nearby Eldon and whose deep roots in the Iowa landscape and rural life are celebrated at the outstanding Grant Wood Studio and the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, which holds the largest collection of Grant Wood works in the world. The Czech and Slovak Museum and Library, reflecting the city's significant Bohemian immigrant heritage, is one of the finest ethnic heritage museums in the Midwest and a reminder of the waves of Central European immigrants whose labour and culture shaped the city's character.

Top attractions also include the stunning Paramount Theatre, a beautifully restored 1928 movie palace at the heart of a revitalized downtown that has rebuilt with remarkable resilience following the devastating 2008 Cedar River flood — one of the most destructive inland floods in Iowa history — the Iowa Children's Museum, the beautiful Brucemore estate and gardens, and the vibrant NewBo City Market in the New Bohemia district, a lively gathering place of local food vendors, artisans, and community events that has become the creative heart of the city's urban renaissance.

With its extraordinary food industry heritage, world's largest Grant Wood collection, resilient flood recovery story, outstanding Czech cultural museum, and a straightforward Iowa character of genuine warmth and industrial pride, Cedar Rapids is an eastern Iowa city of real substance and quietly impressive distinction.

Its airport code is CID (The Eastern Iowa Airport).

Throw Pillows

Add a touch of Cedar Rapids to your home with our throw pillows, which serve as both decorative accents and conversation starters. Our throw pillows add a pop of colour to any space, whether it's a cozy living room or a stylish bedroom. Perfect for reliving fond memories or igniting a sense of wanderlust, these pillows are a reminder of the adventures that await. Share the gift of home with a homesick college student or faraway loved one by adding a Cedar Rapids-themed pillow to a care package.

Coffee Mugs

Start your day off right with our ceramic coffee mugs. Ideal for coffee connoisseurs and tea enthusiasts alike, our mugs are both sturdy and stylish. With each sip, you'll be transported to the streets of Cedar Rapids, whether you're enjoying your morning brew or winding down with a cup of hot cocoa.

Prints and Wall Art

Transform your space with our prints and wall art, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to any room. Whether you're decorating your living room, bedroom, hallway, or office, our wall art serves as a daily reminder of your love for Cedar Rapids.

Throw Blankets

Stay cozy and stylish with our throw blankets, which are perfect for curling up on the couch or adding an extra layer of warmth to your bed. Made from soft and luxurious materials, our throw blankets are as comfortable as they are chic. These blankets invite you to snuggle up and dream of your next Cedar Rapids exploit.

Airport Codes

Why airport codes? Because they're more than just letters – they're a symbol of connection and community. By proudly displaying the CID airport code, our products showcase Cedar Rapids's place in the world. Whether you're a frequent traveller or a proud resident, our airport code gifts serve as a reminder that we're all connected, no matter where life takes us.

Ordering Information

Ready to order your perfect Cedar Rapids gift? Here's everything you need to know: ordering online is secure and easy, allowing you to shop from the convenience of your own home. Each product is made to order, minimizing waste and benefitting the environment while adding a personalized touch to every purchase. Explore Iowa cities alone or the entire YHM Designs collection today and find the perfect gift for yourself or someone special. From throw pillows to coffee mugs to prints and more, we have something for everyone. Order yours today and discover the magic of Cedar Rapids, wherever your adventures lead.