FITNESS FANATIC
CLIF SHOT Energy Gel
Need a boost during a long workout? Grab a CLIF SHOT Energy Gel in Razz (or any number of flavors) for a fast-acting, easy-to-digest source of carbohydrates, your body’s preferred fuel during workouts. $1.25. Available at Gear West.
SKIDA Fleece-Lined Hat
When the mercury dips down low, don’t head out the door without a SKIDA hat. This fleece-lined floral winter hat keeps you warm and toasty with a layer of soft Polartec fleece. The stretchable outer fabric ensures a snug fit while keeping you fashionable. $35.99. Available at Gear West.
Warm Skin
Keep your exposed skin comfortable with Warm Skin All-Weather Guard. The soothing balm holds in your body’s natural warmth and works as a barrier to prevent water loss. It also keeps skin moisturized to help prevent dry, cracked skin. $9.95. Available at Gear West.
Deuce Sport Watch
You don’t have to shirk fashion while working out. Deuce’s Sport Watch was designed with both fashion and functionality in mind. A solid piece of silicone stays put on your wrist with a waterproof and durable watch face to keep time through the toughest of conditions. $24. Available at STEELE Fitness.
Urbanears Tanto Headphones
The Tanto headphones offer a full listening experiencing without compromising your precious hearing. Tanto is designed to sit on top of your ears, allowing you to hear the noises around you while still offering a high-quality sound output. They’re also lightweight and portable, perfect for your next workout. $40. Available at STEELE Fitness.
LeSportsac Cosmetic Bag
Freshen up after working out when you carry your necessities in this black hologram bag from LeSportsac’s JOYRICH Los Angeles Collection. It’s large enough to hold all your makeup essentials yet doesn’t take up too much precious room in your gym bag. $38. Available at STEELE Fitness.
CRAZY KIDDO
Tye-dyed Onesie
No baby’s wardrobe is complete without their very own tye-dyed, long-sleeved onesie. This onesie is dyed in shades of orange and yellow, and comes embroidered with a dump truck patch. Available in other sizes and colors. $20 for 12M. Available at Finding Joy Boutique.
Floral Hair Clips
Adorn your sweetheart with a floral hair clip. The clips are hand knit by Jill of Cute ‘n Sassy Creations, who has three daughters of her own, and feature your choice of flower color complete with a little bling in the center via a sweet rhinestone. $3. Available at Finding Joy Boutique.
Penny Pincher Coin Purse
Teach your little ones to save their pennies early with this brightly colored Stephen Joseph coin purse. The whimsical owl asks “Whooo wants to shop?” Squeeze to open slit in back. Includes metal ball chain for easy attachment. $2.95. Available at the Enchanted Tree House.
Personalized Water Bottle
Even kids appreciate a personalized gift. Get them their very own reusable water bottle emblazoned with their name in soft, touchable rubber. Both boy and girl names are carried in stock in a rainbow of colors. $13.95. Available at the Enchanted Tree House.
Rubber Animal Watch
Surprise your child with a watch of their very own. Solo Time’s rubber-banded animal watches prevent sliding on their little arm and include fun graphics for them to look at. The middle of the watch face includes a corresponding image that rotates all throughout the hours. $11.95. Available at the Enchanted Tree House.
Zolo Fuzzi Lovebug
Excite the senses of your little one with this multi-faceted toy. Your baby can tug its legs for cause and effect activity or tap its body for giggly sound. It even comes topped with a clip for easy attachment. Perfect for ages 0+. $21.95. Available at the Enchanted Tree House.
ART AFICIONADO
Pottery Flowers
Be reminded of what’s to come once the snow melts with your own glazed pottery flower. Artist Holly Laginess, an Orono High School alum, creates each of the flowers with their own unique color and shape so no two are alike. $24.95–29.95. Available at the General Store of Minnetonka.
Initial Necklace
This Jamie Livingston necklace comes with a small glass pillow bead wrapped with sterling silver and stamped with a single initial on both sides. Sits on an 18” tan leather cord. Full range of colors available. $29.95. Available at the General Store of Minnetonka.
Glass Happy Balls
The husband-and-wife team behind Felicity Arts uses their glass-blowing skills to create beautiful works of arts, perfect hanging in a window or on your Christmas tree. Each ball is handcrafted and one-of-a-kind. $14.95–16.95. Available at the General Store of Minnetonka.
Dessert Servers
Don’t use just any old spatula to serve up dessert at your next dinner party. Each handle is wire woven with a smattering of green, clear and silver beads. Makes a perfect hostess gift. $22. Available at Finding Joy Boutique.
The Green Doodle Book
Imagination required! The Green Doodle Book is page after page of activities to engage your creative side and bring out your inner artist. The book comes with a metallic silver pen great for creating doodles and make-your-own stickers. Created for kids, but perfect for the adult in need of inspiration. $8.95. Available at the General Store of Minnetonka.
Vintage Bottle Cap Jewelry
CAPtivating Designs takes new and vintage bottle caps and joins them together with lead-free solder, creating unique wearables like sizeable rings and earrings. Some of the earrings feature glass or Swarovski beads. $15 rings; $33 earrings. Available at Finding Joy Boutique.
PAMPERED POOCH
Pet Flys Peace Camel
With every toy you purchase from Pet Flys’ Peace line, a portion of the proceeds benefits Pets of the Homeless which provides food, shelter and veterinary care to animals with homeless owners. This little camel not only helps you lend a paw, but will keep your pooch entertained for hours. $7. Available at LuLu & Luigi.
Hanukkah Toys
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with these Hanukkah-themed dog toys. The dreidel from Zanies is embroidered with nun, gimmel, hay and shin, and plays “The Dreidel Song” when squeezed. Hip Doggie’s Hanukkah tallis features a Star of David and glittery tassles as well as a hidden back loop to keep the scarf securely wrapped around your dog’s neck. $8 dreidel; $19 for L tallis. Available at LuLu & Luigi.
Fleece Pullover
Baby, it’s cold outside! Keep your family pet warm this season with their very own reversible fleece pullover. This one reverses from a teal buffalo check to solid black, but more sizes and colors are available. You don’t have to sacrifice style to stay toasty this winter. $25 for XXS. Available at LuLu & Luigi.
Rascal Rope
Satisfy their natural urge to chew—and not on your new winter boots—with a Rascal Rope. It’s handmade in Mound and includes four pieces of durable rope tightly woven together. We think it’s better than a rawhide bone since it lasts much longer. Comes in various sizes and colors. $12 for L. Available at Finding Joy Boutique.
Gingerbread Treats
Your dog will be wagging her tail at the sight of these gingerbread treats from the Howling Dogs Bakery. Available in a pumpkin/gingerbread flavor, these treats will make any pooch want to stay on Santa’s nice list. $3.50 for 1.25 oz. Available from the Howling Dogs Bakery.
Hamptons Collar
You’ll have the most stylish dog on the block when you pick up a Hamptons Collar in leather. This collar was created by owner Laura Bednarczyk’s husband and features two hues of blue leather expertly sewn together. $45 for 12”. Available at LuLu & Luigi.
