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Your Guide to Holiday Gifts

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The holidays always bring smiles and good cheer as family and friends come together. They also occasionally bring nervousness as shoppers search for the right gifts for the loved ones in their lives. Creativity makes any gift more appreciated. These fun gift ideas are sure to please.

 

TierDrops

The new fine jewelry accessory designed to dress-up and enhance your existing “stud” earrings! The patent-pending collection is available in diamond and a rainbow of beautiful gemstone colors.
Available exclusively at: Perfect Pair Jewelers
287 Water St., Excelsior, MN
952-474-PAIR

www.perfectpairjewelry.com

Gifts From Finland

Give the Gift of Kalevala. Timeless, breathtaking. Find this and many more gift ideas direct from Finland at FinnStyle.
FinnStyle
Gaviidae Common (Skyway Level)
Minneapolis, MN
612-333-2127 • www.finnstyle.com

 

For the Man Who Has Everything

Twill has all of your gift ideas covered for the men on your list, even those who have everything. Men’s fashions include this Aston Shearling Coat ($1,595) and Drakes of London Cashmere scarf ($325).
Twill by Scott Dayton
3295 Galleria, Edina, MN
952-922-2711 •
www.twillbyscottdayton.com

Sundara Inn & Spa

This relaxing, adults-only getaway was named one of the top 25 spas in America by Travel + Leisure Magazine. Guests can immerse themselves in the finest spa lifestyle accommodations, whether electing to stay
in a suite or a private villa.
Sundara Inn & Spa, 920 Canyon Rd., Wisconsin Dells, WI
888-735-8181 • www.sundaraspa.com

Spirits in the Garden

Gardeners, nature lovers and health-conscious folks will delight in the images revealed in Minnesota artist Joan Solomon’s remarkable nature photography. Purchase online or call the studio. $48.75.
Joan Solomon Studios, 973 St. Paul Ave., St. Paul, MN
888-310-0064 • www.spiritsinthegarden.com

Knit Merino Wool Cape

Fancy enough for the symphony, casual enough for the game. Reversible, wear open like a shawl or wrap up when it’s chilly. Many colors and designs. Exclusively at Clay Coyote Gallery. $299.
Clay Coyote Gallery, 17614 240th St., Hutchinson, MN
888-737-4014 •
www.claycoyote.com

Black Nativity: Twenty Years of Holiday Cheer!

Nov. 29 through Dec. 30
This powerful gospel journey makes the perfect holiday gift! Order tickets today.
Penumbra Theatre, 270 Kent St., St. Paul, MN
651-224-3180 • www.penumbratheatre.org

Rosedale Center Gift Cards

Available now at Guest Services in denominations of $20 to $300. Finally, a plaid that goes with everything.
Rosedale Center, 10 Rosedale Center, Roseville, MN
651-746-5303 • www.myrosedale.com

Zid Zid Kids

A Minnesota exclusive, Zid Zid Kids cozy cushion animals are designed by the husband-and-wife team of Moulay Essakalli and Julie Klear of Marrakech, Morocco. $30 - $40.
Walker Art Center Shop
1750 Hennepin Ave.
Minneapolis, MN
612-375-7633
www.walkerart.org

Plymouth Playhouse

More fun than Jell-O and krumkake, treat your family and friends to the hilarious and touching hit musical comedy Church Basement Ladies running now through March 2. Our gift certificates and original cast CD make great stocking stuffers!
Plymouth Playhouse, I-494 and Highway 55, Plymouth, MN
763-553-1600
www.plymouthplayhouse.com

The Grand Hand Gallery

Handcrafted by American artisans, these distinctive angels send a message of holiday joy. Each angel ornament is one-of-a-kind. Assorted colors, 3 to 7 inches. Prices range from $16 - $30.
619 Grand Ave., St. Paul, MN
651-312-1122 • www.thegrandhand.com

Minnesota Monthly magazine

Give a gift that lasts the entire year. Send one year (12 issues) for only $14.95—72 percent off the cover price, or two years (24 issues) for only $26.95—75 percent off the cover price. *Please allow 6-8 weeks for delivery of the first issue. 1-888-350-0962 • www.MinnesotaMonthly.com/subscribe

Raspberry Martini Girl Handbag

Make a FLASH this holiday season! This miniature work of art is glistening with Swarovski Crystals and fully lined in luxurious black velvet. $279.
Elan, 218 Locust St., Hudson, WI
715-381-8424

Seasons On St. Croix

A perfect “gift pairing” for the stylish doodler on your list includes a spot varnished notepad ($16) and a graphite OBJECT ($38), both created by American artisians.
Seasons on St. Croix Gallery
310 Second St., Hudson, WI
715-381-2906
www.seasonsonstcroix.com

Give A HUG for the Holidays

The Luna Chair is so comfortable it feels like a hug when you sit in it. Comes in various leather colors and wood stains. Fits like a glove. $499.
Nordic Home Interiors
620 W. 58th St., Minneapolis, MN
612-339-0000 • www.NordicHomeInteriors.com

Minnesota Zoo Memberships

What’s in your stocking? It’s time to replace the holiday fruit baskets,turkeys and nuts. Zoo memberships make great gifts. From $40 - $105.
Minnesota Zoo, 13000 Zoo Blvd., Apple Valley, MN
952-431-9200 • www.mnzoo.com

The Village of Towers

A bright, bold collection of 27 non-toxic blocks perfect for imaginative play. All of the blocks fit neatly inside the largest block for easy storage. $49.95.
kiddywampus
44021⁄2 France Ave. S., Edina, MN
952-926-7871 • www.kiddywampus.com

Gifting Love...or Dates

You can’t buy happiness but you can gift dates! Love is hard to find, yet the professionals at It’s Just Lunch have helped thousands of singles find that someone special. Give this unique gift to the single person in your life who is impossible to shop for.
612-376-7373 • www.ItsJustLunchTwinCities.com

KAOS Rock ’n Roll Shirts

100 percent cotton, exclusive, one-of-a-kind cut from vintage tees. Recycled. $69.
Über Baby
6001 Lyndale Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN
Due at the Galleria in Spring 2008
612-869-0930
www.myuberbaby.com

The Roddler

A stroller with “street cred,” the Roddler from Kid Kustoms includes a multifunction trip computer, Harmon Kardon iPod dock and a Bluetooth speakerphone. Available in custom colors or themed upholstery, including Stingray, Ostrich and Alligator. Seen only in the new Galleria space kitty-corner from Expecting Über Baby, due in spring 2008.
Über Baby, 6001 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN
612-869-0930 • www.myuberbaby.com

Women of Substance Series

Award-winning journalist Jean Chatzky, the financial contributor for NBC’s Today Show, and Maya Angelou, one of the great voices of contemporary literature, are among the speakers featured in The Women of Substance series.

Jean Chatzky

“Make Money Not Excuses”
Feb. 23, 3 p.m., $31

Maya Angelou

Poet Laureate
April 27, 3 p.m., $41

O’Shaughnessy at the College of St. Catherine
2004 Randolph Ave., St. Paul, MN
651-690-6700 • www.theoshaughnessy.com

Pull out a Plum

Webster’s defines “plum” as a desirable object or reward. Reward yourself or someone you love this holiday season with a Spa Package Gift Certificate. This spa and boutique offers an upscale cornucopia of services and incredible jewelry. Gift packages available at any price level.
Salon & Gallery
4946 France Ave. S., Edina, MN
952-922-0634 • www.pulloutaplum.com

Vera Bradley Handbags

The General Store of Minnetonka offers a great selection of Vera Bradley handbags and accessories. Handbags are $67, $22, $34.
General Store of Minnetonka
14401 Highway 7, Minnetonka, MN
952-935-7131 • www.generalstoreofminnetonka.com

Minnesota Orchestra’s Premier Pair Package

Two classical concert ticket vouchers, two beverage coupons, one parking voucher, and one of Minnesota Orchestra’s Beethoven Symphonies CDs – all for just $109! (Available for $99 without the CD.)
Minnesota Orchestra, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN
612-371-5656 •
www.minnesotaorchestra.org

SMILE Pendant

The diamond-studded palladium pendant and cuff links were designed by Steven Lehman as a signature piece for Smile Network International. Expertly designed and beautifully handcrafted, each piece is decorated with a small pair of red lips made of Corian. $500 from the purchase of every Signature “Smile” Necklace or pair of cuff links benefits Smile Network International. Donated by Steven Lehman of Studio Vincent. Pendant, $780; cuff links, $890.
Smile Network, 420 N. Fifth St., Minneapolis, MN
612-377-1800 • www.smilenetwork.org

Stella Fashions

Stella is a fashion-forward boutique that brings the latest trends to the Midwest and carries over 30 unique lines like this brown herringbone jacket by Kitchen Orange ($375), red messenger bag by Harvey’s Seatbelt bags ($104) and the Becky Big T by True Religion Brand Jeans ($240).
Stella, 216 S. Main St., Stillwater, MN
651-439-7935
www.stellastillwater.com

Garden Safari Gifts

The Como Park Zoo Gift Shop has exotic plush animals from anteaters to zebras, plus hundreds of specialty gifts featuring distinctive jewelry, bonsai, garden items and children’s books, toys and games. Anteater, $19.99; Zebra, $42.99; Meerkat, $13.99.
Como Park Zoo
1225 Estabrook Drive, St. Paul, MN
www.comozooconservatory.org

Majestic Falls

Escape to Majestic Falls—an Aveda Concept Day Retreat & Spa. Full salon services. Full day or half-day packages. Gift certificates available.
120 Maryland St., St. Croix Falls, WI
1-877-232-8332

Ecogear

Green gifts are in the bag with lots of planet-friendly choices. Ecogear is a line of casual, organic cotton bags and purses; Ecotech is a line of PVC-free and toxic-free technical backpacks and laptop carriers.
Ecogear, 2909 Anthony Lane, Minneapolis, MN
612-746-4261 • www.ecogear-products.com

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