Local Gift Ideas

Looking to shop locally this holiday season? Check out our gift ideas below! Click on the item picture to purchase directly from the brand's website.
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Featured ITEMS

Gift ideas to fit your budget - under $25 / $50 / $100

Handmade soaps from Tiffany Riffer [Under $25]
Mix + match these luxurious, handmade soaps and add in an eco-friendly soap dish. We love the swirly designs and the seasonal scents! Pictured: fennel & anise soap.
Beauty
Shark onesie from Mirasa [Under $25]
Whimsical elephant print on a fresh soft white background. Contrasting *new celery* organic cotton trim in the neck and thigh to add a pop of color. Perfect for all kinds of play!
Children + Baby
Smash the Patriarchy print by Billie Claire Handmade [Under $25]
Billie Claire's art is all about hand lettering, floral profanity and major sass. This print can be ordered as a 5x7, 8x10, or 11x14 print to fit standard frames and mats.
Art
Oolong tea sampler from Valley Brook [Under $25]
Valley Brook's oolong tea sampler includes 5 oolong tea products: Rou Gui, Shui Xian, Huang Guan Yin, Golden Peony, and Wild Harvest. Comes in Valley Brook's signature butterfly packaging!
Food + Drink
Holiday chocolates from Chouquette [Under $25]
Vanilla bean caramel with Fleur de Sel crystals sprinkled inside a dark chocolate shell - festive chocolates for all occasions! We love the Elf ones - check the political themed ones & others in their holiday collection.
Food + Drink
Wellness journal by Zenit [Under $50]
Each page keeps it fresh with a different prompt related to wellness, inspiration, and creativity. Comes with date holder, pen holder, ribbon bookmark, 200 pages.
Wellness
Bottle opener coasters by Godet Woodworking [Under $50]
Sold as a set of 2; Available in light, dark, and medium tones. These feature 3 stars on the edge. Available without these embellishments, or other customizations.
Home Goods
Don't Test the Waters crewneck from 19th DC Clothing [Under $50]
A modern and stylish way to show off your support for the fierce and vocal advocate for progressive policies that is Rep. Maxine Waters. Check out their other politically-inspired gear as well!
Clothing
Shower + bath kit with galvanized tin from Joyful Bath Co. [Under $50]
Includes a soy wax candle, a shower steamer, a soap, bath bomb, hair ties and a galvanized tin! Available in 4 different scents: wild honeysuckle, rose bouquet, lavender vanilla, eucalyptus thyme.
Beauty
Candle with custom label from Handmade Habitat [Under $50]
Customize this restful lavender eucalyptus scented candle with a note to encourage rest in your gift recipient. All text is typed by hand on a vintage Brother typewriter (up to 20 characters).
Home Goods
Wall plant macramé hanger from Vivian's Market [Under $100]
Made by Vivian who is a recent refugee and a retired engineer. Vivian uses her love for art, geometry and her background engineering to create unique, boho decor pieces.
Home Goods
Fine Art paintings - Humanity Collection by Carina Tenaglia [Under $100]
Carina Tenaglia specializes in a mix of abstract paintings, calligraphy-based goods, and bespoke personalized items. She donates a portion of proceeds from the Humanity Collection to organizations that support the BLM movement, as well as educational and legal resources for the Black community.
Art
Walnut + gold serving board from boskk [Under $100]
Made from locally sourced and all natural walnut with gorgeous gold handles. Sealed with boskk's board balm, a food grade mineral oil and organic beeswax finish. Each piece of wood is unique so each board is one of a kind.
Home Goods
License to Chill kit from Apothékary [Under $100]
This meticulously curated set proactively addresses the origins of our stress response with adaptogen blends. Includes Chill The F*ck Out, Follow Your Gut, Ashwagandha, plus a golden dosing spoon, vegan leather pouch, and single servings!
Wellness
Chutneys, curries & chais gift set from Rupen's [Under $100]
Surprise your loved ones with gourmet Indian cuisine gifts - pick the Anglo or Regal kits that contain 2 curry sauces, 2 chai teas, and 2 chutneys. All the sauces are ready-to-use straight out of the jar and very delicious!
Food + Drink

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