Ring-a-ling, the holidays are here!
We’re beyond excited to bring you our second annual Holiday Gift Guide, #ShopMidMichigan2018, focused on shopping local!
There truly is something special about supporting the small businesses within our community.
In honor of shopping small this holiday season we’ve compiled some AMAZING local businesses that we consider must-see and must-shop this time of the year, and beyond!
Happy Shopping!
We’re thrilled to feature MET in this year’s Holiday Gift Guide, #ShopMidMichigan2018!
If you’re searching for something other than a toy for those special children on your list, consider giving them the gift of a college education! Set up a Michigan Education Trust 529 prepaid college tuition plan. Buying college credits for the future at today’s prices is the smartest gift of all. And there’s a state tax deduction. You can start with a single credit for as little as $111. Then invite family and friends to contribute. Think of how proud you’ll be when that college graduate thanks you for the wonderful gift you gave him or her … way back in 2018. Gosh. We’re getting all choked up just thinking about it.
Mama Suds believes you can clean your home without damaging your health or the planet. They want you to live in a world where cleaning doesn’t seem like a chore. Mama Suds invites you to join their movement of passionately smart women who want to know more to do better. They offer a variety of vegan cleaning products for both you and your home!
Moxie Studio works each day to help improve self-confidence and wellness with each service they provide. They are committed to earning their client’s trust by providing excellent services and knowledge, using excellent products, every time. They provide an array of services, including: skin care, waxing, massage therapy, and so much more!
Lil Homestead Co. specializes in making custom framed canvas art. Their signs are available in a variety of sizes, designs, and styles. Their signs are perfect for a couple, young family or your best bud. Contact them today for more details and custom design options. Lil Homestead Co. has something for everyone and every room!
Shift is a small but mighty team of she-powered entrepreneurs that have reintroduced the art of retail to downtown Flint. The Capitol Theater was renovated, the corner space at 2nd Street and Harrison was available and…VOILA! Shift is a unique shopping venue specializing in distinctive items you can’t find locally. Partnered with Floradora, a retail flower boutique, and event planner, SHIFT offers a shopping experience like no other.
Give the gift of swim lessons! Goldfish Swim School – Ann Arbor is offering a limited-time only holiday package while supplies last. The package includes registration + two months of swim lessons — plus retail items including a Goldfish tote, Just Add Water Sea Animals, a Goldfish Towel and A Goldfish board book. Plus, enjoy free family swim! The package is priced at $199 (with an actual value of $245). This is a great experiential gift for kiddos ages 4 months through 12 years-old. Check out more details on the holiday packages here!
Snapology is a learning concept that involves play with education, desinge for kids 2-14 years of age. They provide a fun interactive environment for children to learn science, technology, engineering, art, math, robotics, video game design concepts using LEGO bricks. They do this through after school, enrichment programs, field trips, scouting events, birthday parties, summer camps, play dates, creative play, and custom events. With three party packages to choose from – Motor Mania, Robotics, and Your Choice Themed – their birthday parties make for a stress-free, memorable party for kids, and families!
Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum hopes to create moments of discovery that inspire curiosity, exploration, and respect for STEM and the natural world. Their vision is a world where curiosity today leads to more purposeful lives tomorrow. The museum boasts something for everyone, with ever-changing exhibits and features.
A Christmas Story, The Musical, brings the classic 1983 movie to hilarious life on stage at the Fox Theatre. A Christmas Story, The Musical chronicles Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder® Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle. Chock-full of delightful songs and splashy production numbers, A Christmas Story, The Musical, has proudly taken its place as a perennial holiday classic for the whole family.
KIDBOX is the first kids’ personalized style box that provides parents with a convenient way to dress kids ages 2-14 in cool brands at significant savings — all while bonding over the joys of getting and giving new clothes. You can try your styles on at home, keep what you like, exchange any items that don’t fit or return them. Shipping is always free. For every box kept, they’ll clothe a child in need.
Wyatt the Fox is a friendly little fox! He loves to learn and play! What makes “The Adventures of Wyatt” children book series unique, is that each book has an informational section, as well as, interactive activities! It’s the perfect combination of learning and fun! “The Adventures of Wyatt” series incorporates SIGHT words that are STEM and Core aligned!
Here are a few of our team’s local favorites. We had to share them with you in hopes that you may adore them as much as we do!
- Ever Evolving Pearl Parties, Updates, And More! features a lot of super cute handmade jewelry with freshwater pearls.
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Oh Mi Organics in St. Johns has amazing treats and sweets, great for people with dietary restrictions. Tastes amazing and is community conscious – cannot say enough good things about them!
- Greens & Grains in Saginaw is so helpful! An amazing local herbal and health store.
- Hammer in Hand Custom Cycles & Ivan Iler Studios amazing at artistic anything! Not joking! This one you have to check out. Sculptures located around the state, motorcycles, stunning metal work!
- The gift shop at Impression 5 Science Center, in Lansing, has an incredibly well-curated gift shop. They have gifts for kids of all ages (adults included) and their selection of STEM toys is great!
- Keans in Mason is pretty much a one-stop shop. They have a jaw-dropping candy counter, amazing kid’s section, fabric, kitchen supplies, and a jewelry store all under one roof. The help is amazing and I always leave with too many wonderful things and a tummy ache from all the candy!
- Mitten Raised Bakery in East Lansing has the most creative and delicious sweets. A gift certificate or treat from this cozy little bakery would be a wonderful gift. Or maybe, make a day of it and take your giftee there for coffee/milk and a pastry!
- Euphoria Boutique in downtown Lowell is a must see! It’s not an exaggeration to say that I would just like to pick it all up and put it in my home/closet.
- JJ Cardinals Not only do they have everything you need to feed birds and squirrels but they also have locally made goods and a really neat kids section with science and nature-based learning toys. They also host a workshop for kids once a month. Lots of unique things for the yard, wind chimes, a really neat store I’ve enjoyed since I was a kid and can’t wait to experience with mine once they’re just a little older.
- Veda’s Uniques & More in Dryden is super cute! Candy, ice cream, hand-crafted gifts, and painting classes.
- Ferne Boutique is a great shop in Bay City with a lot to offer for any women on your list this year. Clothing, shoes, jewelry and a lot more! If you aren’t close to Bay City she also has a location in Detroit. You can also shop the online store!
- Metamora General Store is such a fun place! They have beautiful gifts, accessories, local treats, and tasty food. Also, you have to check out their couch!
- Heavenly HandCrafted for fun handmade gifts!
- The Plaid Giraffe is a great stop for fancy kids stuff and adorable mommy and me outfits!
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We have the pleasure and privilege to work with many amazing sponsors to bring you our annual holiday gift guide. Our team sourced each featured business in #shopmidmichigan2018, and included a few extra favorite local ideas and companies. Happy shopping!
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