No matter who is left on holiday shopping lists, the Houston area has a number of local shops and businesses with gift ideas for people of all interests. This list is not comprehensive.

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