If you still have a few (or many (or all)) of your holiday gifts to buy, don’t worry, it’s not too late!
Especially if you shop local, where you don’t have to wait around for shipping to hopefully deliver your package on time and in good condition. If you want to secure your gift worry-free, while helping support the community around you and picking up unique gifts you can’t find anywhere else, we suggest shopping local.
Here are just a few of our ideas for you last-minute shoppers out there. While each store may not have exactly these items in stock by the time you visit, this will give you an idea of what to expect when you head in!
Cat Eyeglass Holder
Lucia’s World Emporium | 421 Water St., Saugatuck
Keep eyeglasses, sunglasses or readers safe and easy to locate on this hand carved cheeky cat. Handcrafted from ethically sourced Indian rosewood, this unique kitty would make a fun gift for the cat lover in your life.
Jellycats
Schuler Books | 2660 28th St. SE, Grand Rapids
Looking to make your space feel more festive? Try out some festive holiday themed Jellycats! These stuffies are soft, adorable, and sure to put a smile on your face. Christmas trees, candy canes, gingerbread man, and more are available to make your home cozy!
Yuletide Cheer Box
Koeze | 1971 East Beltline, Grand Rapids
Colossal cashews, assorted Dutch chocolate crunch cookies, honey roasted peanuts, and a variety of chocolate/caramel/pecan turtles—this tempting collection of Koeze treats is made for sharing.
Someone in Kalamazoo Loves Me Bandana
Spirit of Kalamazoo | 154 S. Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo
Bandanas are versatile—you can buy them for a person, a dog, or a person with a dog! These bandanas, available in pink or blue, show off your local pride in a stylish way.
Krampus Perfume
Fox Naturals | 619 Wealthy St. SE, Grand Rapids
Inspired by the fabled horned creature of holiday lore. An entrancing, woodsy, and slightly metallic arcane elixir. Notes of cherry, cedarwood, labdanum, balsam, patchouli and rose.
Midnight Mint Dark Chocolate Bar
Ascend Cannabis | letsascend.com
The Midnight Mint chocolate bar contains a soothing combination of 5MG THC and 2MG CBN per piece for a great night’s sleep that will leave you feeling both rested and refreshed. It features rich dark chocolate with a fresh, crisp mint flavor sprinkled with cacao nibs. Mmmmzzzz.
Aerial: Grand Rapids From Above
Periwinkle Fog | 125 Ottawa Ave. NW, Grand Rapids
This coffee table book is dedicated exclusively to gorgeous aerial photos of Grand Rapids, taken by local photographer, director, and drone pilot Brian Kelly!
Leather Fanny Pack
Gemini Handmade | 963 Cherry St. SE, Grand Rapids
Gemini Handmade is a local shop that specializes in real leather goods, and they’ve gone back to a classic with these top-shelf fanny packs, which perfectly blend style and function.
Cardinals Water Lantern
Apothecary Gift Shop | 35 W. 8th St., Holland
Snowglobes are great, but what if you don’t want to keep shaking it? Check out this water lantern, which keeps the snow-like glitter swirling around a serene scene of cardinals resting on a branch of holly.
Gift Cards
We don’t believe gift cards are impersonal—knowing someone’s favorite restaurant or shop means a lot! Restaurants, breweries, escape rooms, they all have gift cards. Consider somewhere like Maru, perfect for special occasions.
