For a customized gift
1. Republic Boot Co. provides boots that can be intricately customized down to the fine detail, made at a boot shop on-site. The shop also sells hats and other leather goods.
1133 E. 11th St., Houston
832-767-6586
www.republicbootcompany.com
For the host
2. Emerson Sloan offers various party supplies from balloons to party favors and has items sorted by season and by holiday.
2438 Rice Blvd., Houston
713-497-5876
www.emersonsloan.com
For the sweet tooth
3. Moeller’s Bakery offers a selection of sweet treats and breads that can make great gifts as well. Shoppers can choose from cakes, cookie sets and cookie decorating kits.
4201 Bellaire Blvd., Houston
713-667-0983
www.moellersbakery.com
For the fitness enthusiast
4. Yoga Tres in Bellaire offers yoga and fitness class packages that can be given as gifts for people of all skill levels.
5427 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire
832-804-6354
www.yogatres.com
For the outdoorsy
5. Wandering Star Adventure Emporium is a go-to for the outdoorsy folks with men’s and women’s apparel, headwear and gear.
1504 Yale St., Houston
832-618-1148
www.wanderingstaroutdoor.com
For the local shopper
6. The Whimsy Artisan, located in the Heights, is ideal for those who enjoy shopping locally and supporting local artists, including decorative items and accessories across a wide range of styles.
123 W. 18th St., Ste. E, Houston
281-773-1295
www.thewhimsyartisan.com
For the child (or child at heart)
7. Misfit Toys is home to large collections of toys from a variety of fandoms, including “Star Wars” figures from the 1970s, first-generation Transformers and rare toys from classic horror franchises. Vintage toys are the specialty here.
Montrose: 2402 Montrose Blvd., Houston
Heights: 1802 Yale St., Houston
832-524-8700
www.misfittoystx.com
8. Tomfoolery in Meyerland features storybooks, puzzles, dolls and knick-knacks spanning decades from classic mainstays, such as the yo-yo and spinning top, to new fads, such as the fidget spinner.
4844 Beechnut St., Houston
832-879-2461
www.tomfoolerytoys.com
For the super fan
9. Bedrock City Comic Co., one of Houston’s top hobby shops, specializes in comics and graphic novels while also being home to fandom accessories, trading cards and gaming equipment.
4602 Washington Ave., Houston
713-862-0100
www.bedrockcity.com
For the writer
10. Dromgoole’s offers a variety of gift ideas from fountain pens to paper and inks. The family-owned ink destination is a one-stop shop for writers and illustrators.
2515 Rice Blvd., Houston
713-526-4651
www.dromgooles.com
For the animal lover
11. Rocky and Maggie’s Pet Boutique has bowls and feeders, toys and other items for dogs, cats and fish. The shop offers catnip and dognip in addition to grooming and pet-sitting services.
2929 Weslayan St., Ste. 103, Houston
713-492-0656
www.rockyandmaggies.com
For the witch
12. Thorn & Moon sells handmade Wiccan and occult supplies for every witch’s needs, such as jewelry, ritual and altar tools as well as books and tarot.
113 E. 24th St., Houston
713-393-7956
www.thornandmoon.com
For the art lover
13. The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston gift shop offers a collection of apparel and accessories, prints and stationery, and coffee table books, among other items. The shop is free to the public, and museum members receive a discount.
5601 Main St., Houston
713-639-7360
www.mfah.org/visit/museum-shop
For the eccentrics
14. The Blue Hand over the years has evolved from plants and baskets to a wide range of cultural items, unusual musical instruments, lucky charms and decorative crosses from around the world.
2323 University Blvd., Houston
713-666-2583
www.facebook.com/thebluehandhouston
For the Anglophile
15. British Isles specializes in everything United Kingdom. The distinct Rice Village-area store offers tea sets, miniature decor items, stationery and select food items, including Christmas cookies.
2366 Rice Blvd., Houston
713-522-6868
www.britishislesonline.com
