WISCONSIN RAPIDS – ‘Tis the season for creating those holiday gift lists and checking them twice, and with Small Business Saturday approaching (Nov. 25 this year), we’re here to help you find some of your items at local businesses in the Wisconsin Rapids area.
Last month, we asked readers where their go-to local businesses were when they go shopping for gifts, and they suggested almost 40 local businesses to choose from. If you’re looking for home décor, seasonal gifts, crafts and other unique items? We’ve got you covered. Do you want locally made gifts? We have places to visit. Are you looking for clothing and jewelry? We have recommendations. Flowers, plants, food, drinks, pet supplies, books and coffee gifts? We have those, too. Are you more interested in experiences than tangible gifts to wrap? We covered those, as well.
Check out what people throughout Wisconsin Rapids recommended as you prepare your holiday gift lists this year.
Crafts, décor and other unique finds
If you have some people on your lists who can be hard to shop for, finding some craft items or other home décor can be a safe option. Many local stores offer unique gifts you probably won’t find elsewhere. If a person has a collection of items like gnomes, birds or snow globes, you can likely find something new to add to their set.
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Locally made gifts
Locally made gifts are another great option for your loved ones. Many local stores offer a selection of locally made or locally sourced items to choose from, whether that’s home décor made by local makers, soaps or lotions created with local ingredients or homemade art.
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Clothing and jewelry
Clothing and jewelry also make great gifts, and the local stores usually offer a selection of additional accessories if you’re not sure what size to get and want a safer or more general choice.
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Experiences
Many people have been looking into giving loved ones the gift of an experience over things somebody might outgrow. Those experience gifts could be given to someone who enjoys a certain hobby or wants to try a certain project, or it could be an activity to do together.
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Flowers, plants and gifts
If you have somebody with a green thumb on your list this year, flowers and plants might make a good gift. Most florists and greenhouses also offer a gift shop with some other options.
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Food, drinks and kitchen accessories
If you’re still looking for gifts for those people who are harder to shop for, some local businesses offer a variety of unique treats, food and beverages. Quiet a sweet tooth or give an adventurous eater something new to try.
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Pets
Don’t forget your non-human friends, either. From treats to balls, toys and even games, pet stores have you and your pets covered.
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Pharmacy, bookstore and coffee shop gifts
And last, but not least (since these gift guides are in alphabetical order), you can find a wide variety of gifts at local pharmacies, bookstores and coffee shops. These local businesses cater to more than medicines, books and coffee, and there are other items to browse through when you visit. Still unsure about a specific gift? Gift cards are always an option, too.
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