Wednesday, October 24, 2012
The Little Wine Shoppe complements a unique selection of wine, beer and spirits at everyday drinkable prices with personal service and wine tastings. We have almost 300 wine labels, worthy of any occasion, 80% are priced under $20 and many of those are under $10! All wines can be included in a holiday gift basket personally designed by you. Simply choose the basket, wine and fun wine accessories that fit your price point for a gift you will be proud to give to family and friends.
The Little Wine Shoppe, 2236 Carter Avenue, St. Paul. www.thelittlewineshoppe.com
The all-new Apple TV. Apple TV has been redesigned to be small in size but big on entertainment. Rent from the largest selection of HD movies—many available the same day they come out on DVD. Watch Netflix titles instantly. Rent TV shows, commercial free in HD. And stream photos and music from your computer to your widescreen TV. Best of all, Apple TV is just $99 and available at FirstTech, 2640 Hennepin Ave, Mpls . www.firsttech.com
Illume Balsam and Cedar Products. $8.95-32.95 A comforting blend of fresh balsam and oak moss to enjoy the scents of the holiday season. Bibelot. www.bibelotshops.com
The Weber Q Gas Grill is the perfect gift for tailgaters and condo-dwellers alike. The Q series’ compact design features 189 to 280 square inches of total cooking area and is made in the USA. Prices range from $149 to $199.
Warners’ Stellian Appliance stores, St. Paul, Minneapolis, Edina, Apple Valley, Woodbury, Maple Grove. warnersstellian.com.
Warm Hugs Microwave Heating Pads are reusable, non toxic,earth friendly warmers for all ages.♥ An all natural way to relieve stress, muscle tension, aches & pains or just to warm you on a cold day. Warmers are handcrafted with high quality 100% cotton fabrics and generously filled with whole corn provided by a local Minnesota Farmer. Natural grains offer amazing long lasting moist heat when microwaved and are a great alternative to traditional heating pads. Buy at or Keep In Touch Massage in Burnsville, Eagan and Uptown locations. Packaged "Gift Ready" with instruction card. Sm/Lg Set online is $20.95, individual bags start at $8. www.warmhugs.com & www.warmhugscornbags.etsy.com
Tantus Little Secret Vibes. First, we'd be remiss if we didn't mention how cute and functional this is! This pocket-size vibe is small enough to easily travel with, to quick throw in your bag, and it won't take up too much room in your night stand. We also really like that the vibrator is completely removable from the silicone sleeve. This way you can easily sterilize it by boiling! In one word, this vibe is "versatile." Great price too (even comes with a battery)—this would be a great little gift or a fun and smart purchase for yourself too. $29.99. Smitten Kitten, 3010 Lyndale Ave South, Mpls. www.smittenkittenonline.com
Summit racing team Bike Jersey. The bike jersey is a club fit and has a pocket in the back and is priced at $79.99 "Wood From the Hood" Cribbage Board. The game boards are created from high quality lumber and other wood products from around the Twin Cities. All of the reclaimed lumber can be tracked to the zip code where it was harvested. $27.95. Summitt Brewing Company www.summitbrewing.com
Is your sweetie dreaming of spring and a flock of backyard chickens? This fabulous Chick Starter Gift Basket from Egg|Plant Urban Farm Supply includes everything you need to get started, including a gift certificate for three day-old baby chicks from Egg|Plant, redeemable in spring 2013 for $58.00 Egg|Plant Urban Farm Supply, 1771 Selby Ave, St. Paul. www.eggplantsupply.com
Twelve Owls is a gorgeous guide to the owls native to Minnesota, with descriptions and portraits by two of the state’s most beloved authors.The owls of Minnesota have found the perfect spokeswoman in this book, which is as charming as it is informative. Written with wit and a remarkable command of bird lore by Laura Erickson, well known to public radio listeners and birdwatchers everywhere, Twelve Owls also features enchanting pictures, from the long view to up-close detail, by award-winning artist Betsy Bowen, priced at $19.99. Micawber's Books, 2238 Carter Ave, St. Paul. www.micawbers.com
Help balance the unnecessary consumption and waste of the holidays! Buy a Glass Straw or buy several glass straws for you, your friends,and your family! These glass straws are made with super strong borosilicate glass (same stuff that Pyrex is made with) and carry a lifetimeguarantee! Moss Envy has these straws available for $37 for a set of 4 with decorative glass dots! Moss Envy, 3056 Excelsior Blvd, Mpl. www.mossenvy.com
Geting Ready for Christmas by St. Paul author Roger Barr. $20.00 Mini Recycled Mitten Ornaments. $8.95. A locally crafted Santa to warm the house and the spirits. Priced at $46.50. Monster Coin Purses and are handmade with one of a kind upcycled materials. Made by Minnesota artist. Assorted colors available and priced at $8.95. Bibelot. www.bibelotshops.com
At Linden Hills Co-op, we love our local farmers. Show your support for local farmers with these hip T-shirts from Locally Grown Clothing. Locally Grown Clothing donates 1% of sales to educational programs that raise awareness of critical issues affecting independent farmers. In an era where nearly all textiles are manufactured overseas, you can be proud to wear these made in the USA t-shirts. Choose from several designs, styles & sizes (kids sizes, too!) priced at $26.99.
Linden Hills Co-op, 3815 Sunnyside Ave, Mpls. www.lindenhills.coop
The “Wood From the Hood” Growth Chart is hyper-local and totally unique! Made in Minneapolis from locally-harvested reclaimed urban lumber, each growth chart is labeled with the zip code where it was harvested. Our selection often includes silver maple, elm, white pine, white oak, poplar, spruce, and linden. Each piece has its own unique grain pattern. The Wood from the Hood Growth Chart is $41.99 and is one of our all-time favorite toys that we're featuring this holiday season as our Peapods Favorites. See our website for all our favorites! Peapods Natural Toys, 2290 Como Ave, St. Paul. www.peapods.com
"Wood From the Hood" Cribbage Board. The game boards are created from high quality lumber and other wood products from around the Twin Cities. All of the reclaimed lumber can be tracked to the zip code where it was harvested. $37.00 Bibelot. www.bibelotshops.com
Valasquez Family Coffee is great as a holiday gift or your daily cup of Coffee. Carefully grown on our family's small farms in the mountains of Honduras. Shade-grown, Fair Trade and Great tasting! Delivered free each month to your door throughout the Twin Cities by Guillermo Velasquez and family of Saint Paul, MN (or sent by mail anywhere in the U.S. for the added cost of postage). Our coffee is available in a variety of roasts, whole bean and ground. Visit our website for details and for our 2012 holiday flavors selected by our coffee customers.
Three month coffee gift subscription availabe for only $27. Twelve months for $108. Velasquez Family Coffee, Saint Paul, MN. www.vfamilycoffee.com
Silver and gold filled stacked disk earrings by Stacey Johnson, artist. Made in Minnesota. $38.00. Bibelot. www.bibelotshops.com
Chinook Book: New 2013 print + mobile app editions now available! Where good people connect with good businesses -- and money stays local. Save on groceries, dining, entertainment, and items for everyday life with Chinook Book coupons. Available at: Natural Food Co-ops, Lunds, Byerly's, Patina, Bibelot or online at Chinook Book. Visit website for complete list of local retailers. Makes a great gift! Print edition is priced at $20, Mobile app edition (for iPhone and Android) is priced at $14. Chinook Book, msp.chinookbook.net
Beautiful handmade two-dimensional Ceramic Angels! Each is one-of-a-kind, prayerfully made in NE Minneapolis to promote healing, harmony and peace for the receiver. Prices range from $14 - $29 each. 4 Angels Creations, 2653 Stinson Boulevard, Minneapolis. www.4angelscreations.com
The Wedge brings you a gorgeous selection of housewares and more for gifts this year. Innovative bread or fruit baskets and soap trays are made from recycled chopsticks. All the dishware, candle holders and wine glasses are Fair Trade. Prices range from $ to $. Wedge Community Co-op, 2105 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis. www.wedge.coop
W.J. THOM COMPANY We are a locally owned business gift company featuring Decorated Winter Apparel and Packed to Order Food Gifts. Our food gifts are not made-up months in advance like so many others which insures that your order will be the freshest and best tasting available. Prices range from $9.99 - $199.95 and all of our gifts are printed with your Business (logo). Call for free catalog (952) 492-5512 or visit our web site. W.J. Thom Company. www.wjthompromos.com
Download the 2012 Buy Local Gift Guide by clicking below:
2012GiftGuide.pdf