Local & Regional Artwork

Bay Life is proud to feature local and regional art in the store in various mediums from paintings to pottery to metal art. Current featured artists include: Tehle McGuffee of Gulfport, Lisa Hymel of Gonzales, Louisiana, Joy Mehrten and Nina Cork of the Bay area, and Nancy Lowentritt of Hammond/Bay St. Louis.

Paintings by Tehle McGuffee

Glasswork by Lisa Hymel

Book Niche

Each book on our shelves is carefully selected by the owner. You will find a diverse selection of books in these categories

• Cook Books

• European Travel

• Regional Travel

• European & Domestic History

• American Wars History

• Coffee Table books of Regional Interest

• Southern Writers

• Classics

• Religious

• Self Help

• Journals

• Children’s Books

We are also proud to have a local writer’s table displayed at all times with the date of our monthly book signings. Bay Life is proud to support our local authors!

A Glaring Error by Valorie Winn

Born in McComb Mississippi she then lived in Jackson, Mississippi where she taught art and wrote newspaper columns. She & her husband retired to the MS Coast to the Gautier area near Ocean Springs!

Second Saturday book signing with Valerie Winn

We always have such fun with Valorie at her signings & she Always makes new friends!

The Author of 3 wonderful heart warming novels- set in MS-her Books stay on our Regional/Local Table!

Forsaking Mimosa

The Dance Between

A Glaring Error

Locally Produced Children's Activities Books

Home Decor & Table Settings

Bay Life Gifts has everything you need to freshen the style within your home- from bright pillows and stylish lamps to new table settings. Update your space with coastal or southern style to add for your next gathering or for yourself. Take home a meaningful souvenir to remember your time in the Bay.

Looking for the perfect wedding gift? We have plenty of unique items that are sure to please!

Local and Regional Artist Items

The Pink Table

The Pink Table is a section that came to be at Bay Life Gifts by accident, but has continued it’s retail spot in all of it’s pink glory!

Glassware and Table Settings

From dinner parties to cocktail hour, Bay Life Gifts carries specialty glasses and table decor for you and your guests to enjoy.

Gifts for Every Occasion

Celebrate Everyday!

Metal Work Bird made by local artist Tehle McGuffee

Vases and Framed Artwork

Pet & Garden

We love our sweet pets! We carry leashes, scarves, toys, collars, & pet books.

For the kitty lovers, we import the best homemade catnip from Maine! As well as cat books & toys.

On the Garden shelves, come find seeds, bird feeders, and books on gardening.

Assorted Dog Collars

Catnip and Cards Capture Cats Purrfectly!

Whimsical Birdfeeders

Copper Roof Birdhouses

Jewelry & Accessories

Looking for fabulous well-priced jewelry including sea glass and hammered silver? Find the perfect necklace for a special date, backyard party or the wedding weekend. Or you might prefer a beautiful sea glass selection-available in all the colors of the rainbow - or try on the latest styles in silver and gold hues - to enhance any of your clothes for the workweek or weekend!

Choose from a large selection of colorful scarves to update the evening dress or to just brighten up your casual dress.

Bay Life has the best choice of vegan leather handbags. From small purses to larger totes, we carry it all.

Vioroo Pearl Jewelry