It is time to start thinking about gifts! Thankfully, there is no need to be in a conundrum about the ideal gift for your friends and loved ones this year because you can find the perfect gift without living the county! From the practical and the whimsical to the out of the ordinary, there is something sure to grab your attention. The best thing, is your money will stay local, helping your neighbors earn a living. Check out these great places to shop local in Clark County this holiday season.
Gifts for Foodies & Home Decorators
Poppy & Hawk
223 NE 4th Avenue, Camas
360.210.4463
At Poppy & Hawk, the Southwest meets the Pacific Northwest in this one-of-a-kind mercantile featuring artisan-made goods by United States makers and designers. Holiday gift ideas are bountiful at Poppy & Hawk. An example includes a Los Poblanos Lavender Cocktail Set (made in New Mexico), which includes organic lavender simple syrup, lavender salt, lavender sugar, a hand-forged copper jigger, and a recipe book. are among featured holiday gift ideas. Other gifts feature warming herbal brews like Chocolate Chip Chai made with tasty cacao shells and traditional chai spices — to create a jazzed-up cocoa – perfect for bringing on holiday cheer.
Coventry Gardens of London
602 NE 3rd Avenue, Camas
360.254.4648
Coventry Gardens of London is a floral design studio with a British tea boutique. Tea gift baskets, an array of fresh cut flowers, and beautiful indoor plant gardens are among holiday options.
Rare Earth Décor
109 S 65th Avenue, #108, Ridgefield
360.887.4762
Rare Earth Décor is a happy place that features a vast selection of eclectic gifts. You can find everything from clocks to pictures, to floral and home accessories, jewelry, and much more. The shop has Mariana, custom jewelry from Israel. And a Guardian Angel Pendant that comes as a necklace, earrings, bracelet, or ring is popular. Seasonal products are big sellers too. Expect a whimsical winter wonderland to inspire your gifting during the Christmas season.
Gifts for Music Lovers
1709 Records
1709 Broadway Street, Vancouver
360.993.1709
Vinyl records are alive and thriving at 1709 Records. There is something for everyone’s musical tastes and budgets. Music selection includes a strong jazz and blues section, international, comedy and sports—even an oddball section—and much more.
Gifts for Kids
Kazoodles
13503 SE Mill Plain Blvd Suite #B-3 Vancouver
360.823.0123
Kazoodles is an amazing toy store that is locally-owned and full of wonderful gifts for children. They’ve got books, puzzles, games, stuffed toys, LEGO, arts and crafts, science and more. A hot item this year? A LEGO advent calendar!
Gifts to Pamper
The Soap Chest
521 NE Everett Street, Camas
360.834.1212
Filled with great locally made gift ideas, The Soap Chest features a wonderful array of handcrafted soaps that are good for your body and the environment. Made with wholesome natural ingredients and wrapped in biodegradable packaging, nearly everything is made from scratch using herbs from the garden on site and locally sourced products like goat milk and honey. Handmade lip balm, bath salts and bombs, deodorants, spritzers, laundry soap, and much more, are among other gift ideas. Pumpkin spice and cranberry fig are two holiday scents that are big right now and sure to delight your senses.
Native Nomad
201 S 47th Avenue, Suite 117, Ridgefield
360.772.4721
With a spotlight on creativity, Native Nomad is a lighthearted and fun shop that brings local items and global artistry together harmoniously. The shop exudes a family feel when you visit and features gift ideas to ring in the holidays. You can find perfect touches for your home or personal care. Visit Facebook and Instagram to learn more.
Gifts for the Nerds, Geeks and Collectors
ShadowWalkers Comics
1419 W Main Street, Suite 115, Battle Ground
360.687.2097
ShadowWalkers Comics specializes in having a place for everyone. There are comics and collectibles for people ages 5 to 92. Visit the shop’s Facebook page to learn more.
I Like Comics
1715 Broadway Street, Vancouver
360.852.8890
This fun comic bookstore has a huge selection of comic from old to the newest releases. If the nerd in your life loves collectable figures, they have many, from Thor to Sailor Moon. Or maybe they are into Funko POPs. I Like Comics has a wide variety of the popular collectible that make great gifts.
Gifts For Everyone
Not Too Shabby
1515 Broadway Street, Vancouver
360.695.5174
Not Too Shabby is brimming with a curated selection of gifts and décor sourced from individual companies that value the uniqueness of each of us. Greeting cards, an ageless clothing selection, jewelry from local artisans, bath and body products, baby gifts, and so much more await. The Pacific Northwest lifestyle shopping experience also offers custom gift boxes that make gift giving easy. You can receive personalized shopping for the gift you will cherish too. Gifts are hand wrapped complimentary. The shop offers in store, local delivery, and shipping options.
Fabulous Flippin’ Treasures
2519 E 4th Plain Boulevard, Vancouver
360.200.8045
Fabulous Flippin’ Treasures is a true treasure hunt experience. With 6,000 square feet of “always different” and interesting items, you will find everything from antiques to new must haves. Browse-worthy options include mid-century, modern, farmhouse fun, retro, books, high-end clothing, and much more. This friendly shop even features a live plant section for your inner green thumb.
Old Glory Antiques & Vintage
2000 Main Street, Vancouver
360.906.8823
You will find friendly staff, decent prices, and hundreds of gift items at Old Glory Antiques & Vintage. This 5,000 square-foot display floor features everything from home décor, vintage clothing, antique furniture, collectables, and just so much more. The list seems endless. You can find plates, vases, cameras, glassware, posters, paintings, ceramic ware, hand tools, toys, phonographs, and lamps, to name a mere few.
