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Considered one of the most valuable style staples, a good clutch handbag is a key piece for both day and night looks. And when it comes to prints and patterns, a classic leopard print will always be in style. Sugar Love Boutique stocks a simply styled fold-over clutch handbag with an optional gold chain for wearing over the shoulder.
The clutch will punch up a simple little black dress and can also be worn with jeans and a tee.
Plus, it can easily fit inside a larger shoulder bag for more organization and style options on-the-go. This is one gift fashionistas of any age will appreciate. A one-of-a-kind piece of art, especially one created by a local artist, is a tasteful gift that will be cherished and even passed down through the generations. With lots of in-vogue home accents to choose from, the decor experts at House of Furniture can help shoppers find the perfect pieces for most design sensibilities.
Beauty product junkies of all ages would love to open a box of luxurious yet healthy skincare and cosmetics. The brand is known for effective, toxin-free personal care products that are elegantly packaged and deliver beautiful results. This best-selling lip color is a perfect stocking stuffer for make-up lovers.
For a truly unique approach to holiday shopping, go back in time to find the perfect piece. From vintage jewelry, accessories and old-school vanity table accoutrement for glamorous ladies to throwback glassware and bar accessories that would make Don Draper feel at home, Mercantile on Main curates the best from the past.
Other home decor accents include lighting, pottery, vases and furniture. Take a look through the gift selection from locally headquartered Confetti Post for thoughtful, themed care packages carefully curated with fun and interesting goodies.
Choose from quirky and tasty add-ons to customize any box. The bonus is that these adorable boxes are ready to be shipped, easily and affordably, by Confetti Post, making it a simple yet thoughtful way to send gifts to out-of-town loved ones year-round. With a wide selection of cool needlepoint products—keychains, flasks, coasters—adorned with classic designs, these gifts will bring a smile to dapper dudes everywhere. Shop this snazzy brand for the men on your list at The Find. Karen Didion Originals is a recognizably popular line of collectible, handcrafted Santa figures.
Each creation features hand-painted faces and hands, glass inset eyes and real mohair beards and comes dressed in clothing crafted from luxe materials such as imported tapestry, velvet, satin and leather.

These Santas have been a staple of Christmas decor for decades, and collectors love the high quality attention to detail and traditional themes. Shop the latest collection at The Monogram Shoppe. Fort Wayne is blessed with many fantastic institutions that offer yearly memberships.
In addition, a reciprocity agreement with other museum groups will allow a MAP pass holder to enjoy member admission at more than museums around the country. Visit each website or location for membership details.
Mocha Lounge, Old Crown Coffee Roasters and Fortezza Coffee sell their own branded cups and mugs Fortezza even has its own snapback hat , Conjure Coffee and Firefly feature locally crafted goods and all of them sell bags of their popular beans. Mocha Lounge, Covington Road, Both stores offer a wide selection of fun, educational activities and toys.
Think blank bound books and an assortment of colored pencils for budding writers; paint, brushes and easels for the emerging artist; and kitchen science experiment kits, solar system accessories or a wide assortment of animal activities for science lovers. Science Central, N. For those who appreciate the finer side of adult beverages, give locally-crafted brews and spirits. Mad Anthony Brewing Company crafts a wide assortment of beer, available in bottles at liquor stores in the region.
But before you get all hot and bothered and accuse me of being a complete hypocrite, yes, I do buy stuff from stores.
I actually do patronize many big stores, often opting to buy a high quality, well-made item that will last, especially if I know someone wants it and will make good use of it. And all my ranting aside, giving gifts is actually a really good thing in my book. May I present to you. These suggestions are tried and true from many years of gift giving on a major budget with a global outlook in mind.
Anytime is a good time to be generous!
Pull out the scrapbook paper or just scrawl a note on a scrap piece of notebook paper! Your Dad gets one for a car wash, your sister-in-law gets one for a night of free babysitting, your little brother gets one for a home-cooked meal. Everyone can appreciate a loving act of service that is tailored to their needs.

Buy someone tickets to a sporting event one for you and one for them. Or surprise your spouse with a road trip over the weekend.
I seriously doubt that anyone would turn down some healthy baked goods at any point so breads or cookies are always a good option, but why not think outside the box a bit? Make your own garlic-infused olive oil and package it in a pretty bottle from the thrift store. Whip up some homemade salad dressing or marinade and accompany it with a gift card for your local health food shop.
Ok, there could be blog posts on this topic alone. If you really want some inspiration, get on Pinterest.
Now I have a whole collection of clever craft projects to reference! Furniture that only needs a quick coat of paint. Lori Winter Dec 05,