Homemade toffee: For the snacker ($11.95)
Besides selling more than 65 flavors of popcorn, Austin Gourmet Popcorn offers sweets and gifts, including homemade dark chocolate toffee. Other gift options include frosted collectors’ glasses, iconic Austin coasters, candy and flavored sodas. One-gallon popcorn tins, including with holiday designs, are $12 with larger sizes available.
Austin Gourmet Popcorn
13343 N. US 183, Ste. 250, Austin
512-351-9059
www.austingourmetpopcorn.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m.
Beard oil: For your outdoorsy uncle ($25)
The men’s lifestyle shop sells a scented beard oil made in Austin by Northern Fir Beard Co. Made from natural oils, the oil is designed to improve the health and vitality of the facial hair and skin. Weathered Coalition also sells clothing, shoes, sunglasses, barware, candles and stationery, including custom wool Atx hats ($60).
Weathered Coalition
11601 Rock Rose Ave., Austin
512-852-9869
www.weatheredcoalition.com
Holiday hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.,Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Recycled brass cuff: For your eco-conscious girlfriend ($64)
Ethical fashion brand Raven + Lily designs all store items, which are then made by more than 1,500 artisans in nine countries. The cuff is made from recycled brass by women in Kenya. Other items include soy candles ($22) created by former homeless women in Los Angeles. The candles come in two scents: Silver Lake (mango and grapefruit) and Hermosa (bamboo and lemongrass).
Raven + Lily
11601 Rock Rose Ave., Ste. 110, Austin
737-209-1072
www.ravenandlily.com
Holiday hours: daily 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Dog beer + cat wine: For your fur babies ($4.95 -$12.99)
Because no one should have to drink alone, Phydeaux and Friends sells O’Drools Dog Beer and dog and cat wine so furry friends can enjoy a drink alongside their human companions. Options are nonalcoholic water infusers and may be poured in a pet’s water bowl.
Phydeaux and Friends
7816 Burnet Road, Austin
512-956-9000
www.phydeauxandfriends.com
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.,Sat. 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. noon-8 p.m.
Home Brew Kit: For the DIY beer snob ($149 plus cost of ingredients)
Your buddy can make his or her own blueberry honey ale using one of several DIY brew kits ($99-$169) available at Austin Homebrew. Kits are available to make your own wine, hard liquor, cider, cheese and even vinegar kits.
Austin Homebrew Supply
9129 Metric Blvd., Austin
512-300-2739
www.austinhomebrew.com
Hours: Mon.-Wed. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Thu.-Fri. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun. noon-5 p.m.
Longhorn Windchime: For a white elephant gift exchange ($20.99)
Create your own sound of Texas with a windchime made from Lone Star beer cans—perfect for any white elephant gift exchange. ATX Gifts & Souvenirs, located in The Domain 2 next to The Limited, has an eclectic mix of Austin souvenirs, from T-shirts and magnets to Texas-themed salt-and-pepper-shaker holders and koozies that are great for surprise out-of-town guests.
ATX Gifts & Souvenirs
10910 Domain Drive, Ste. 108, Austin
512-666-5622
Hours: daily 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
K’NEX building sets: For your science-enthused kid ($34.99-$129)
The makers of Lincoln Logs and Tinkertoy also sell building sets that allow children age 7 and older to create their own roller coasters. Store owner Jamie True said these motorized sets take hours or even days to put together. Most store items are under $20. True is hosting a holiday sidewalk sale Nov. 25-27 from 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
The Scholar Ship
6001 W. Parmer Lane, Ste. 390, Austin
512-333-4684
www.thescholarship.rocks
Hours: daily 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Tulle Skirts: For the fashionista ($45-$135)
Stay fashion-forward like Carrie Bradshaw in a Maria Zub tulle skirt from Cotone Clothing & Beauty Bar, located in The Domain 2 near Dick’s Sporting Goods. The store also features a variety of clothing, jewelry and accessories from local designers. Along with clothing, Cotone offers makeup services.
Cotone Clothing & Beauty Bar
3220 Amy Donovan Plaza, Ste. 124, Austin
512-363-5858
www.cotoneclothing.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m-6 p.m.
“Love Austin” towels and cards: For anyone who loves Austin ($6.95-$13.95)
Emprizo has gifts for everyone in the family with items for men, women and children. The store’s “Love Austin” design line includes screen-printed dish towels ($13.95) and cards ($6.95). Store owners Don and Evona Kermath offer gift-giving consultation.
Emprizo
10000 Research Blvd., Ste. 103, Austin
512-677-9272
www.emprizo.com
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m., Sun. noon-6 p.m.
“PANDEMIC”: For the hardcore tabletop gamer ($39.99)
Nerdstock Gaming Center has the latest board, tabletop and card games. Some of the most popular board games include “Pandemic,” in which players work together to combat a worldwide disease outbreak, and “Imhotep” ($39.99), in which players become ancient Egyptian builders.
Nerdstock Gaming Center
6301 W. Parmer Lane, Ste. 507, Austin
512-373-8986
www.nerdstockgc.com
Hours: Tue.-Thu. noon-10 pm., Fri.-Sat. noon-midnight, Sun. noon-8 p.m., closed Mon.
Lucky cat statues: For the ultimate cat lady ($60-$130)
The cat statues are meant to be placed in the home or office to bring their owners good luck. Fit Japanese has several sizes and multiple colors to choose from. The statue’s left arm moves when powered by batteries or plugged into a USB port. Fit Japanese, which is located in Austin’s Chinatown Center, has a variety of other items, including stationery and household products.
Fit Japanese
10901 N. Lamar Blvd., Ste. A111, Austin
512-387-3282
www.fitjpstore.com
Hours: daily 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Massage treatment: For any busy mom (Starting at $79)
Give mom the ultimate gift of relaxation and alone time by purchasing a gift card for any amount at Organic Spa Massage & Skin Care. A typical starter service would be an hourlong massage for $79, said owner Matthew Gardiner. The spa offers a variety of massage, skin care and body treatment services.
Organic Spa Massage & Skin Care
12850 Research Blvd., Austin
512-627-7243, 512-444-4772
www.organicspamassage.com
Hours: Tue.-Sat. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Mon.
Truffles: For the chocaholic ($5-$50)
Edis Chocolates sells handmade, gluten-free chocolate truffles as well as truffles topped with edible flowers. Customers may choose from a variety of flavors, such as Black Sea Salt, Mexican vanilla and pecan, or customize a gift box with a variety of flavors.
Edis Chocolates
3808 Spicewood Springs Road, Ste. 102, Austin
512-795-9285
www.edischocolates.com
Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., closed Sun.
Cyclamen plant: For the green thumb ($6.99)
Cyclamen are perennial flowering plants that may be grown indoors in cooler temperatures with fresh air and lots of moisture. When placed outside, cyclamen are known to attract butterflies. Red Barn Garden Center also sells potted Christmas and citrus trees and a variety of other plants and garden supplies.
Red Barn Garden Center
12881 Pond Springs Road, Austin
512-335-8093
www.redbarngardencenter.net
Hours: Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Themed sugar cookies: For your favorite client ($1.50-$2)
Whether they are shaped like leaves, pumpkins or turkeys, Whitney Honeycutt said her custom sugar cookies are sure to be a popular gift. Whitney’s Magical Treats also offers custom brownies. The shop takes orders in advance, allowing you to plan ahead when ordering gifts for your favorite clients.
Whitney’s Magical Treats
13776 US 183, Ste. 139, Austin
512-789-0373
www.whitneysmagicaltreats.com
Hours: Tue.-Fri. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., closed Sun.-Mon.
This list is not comprehensive.
