Back by popular demand, may we present the “12 Days of Christmas Shopping Guide,” full of some of the best gift recommendations available in Northwest Arkansas. We’ve divided the big list into themed days, and we’ll highlight each of those themes beginning Black Friday and continuing for 12 days.
Here are the gift categories we’re featuring in this year’s Holiday Shopping Guide:
- Gifts for Kids
- Gifts for Tweens & Teens
- Gifts for Her
- Gifts for Him
- Gifts for Teachers
- Gifts of Relaxation & Beauty
- Gifts of Experience
- Gifts for Friends
- Gifts with Local Flair
- Gifts for Sports Fans
- Gifts of Food
- Gifts for Stocking Stuffers
We know many of you are already hitting the stores in an effort to get your shopping done so we’re presenting the entire list a few weeks early. The list is full of photos and links that you can click to find even more detailed information about each item and store. Happy shopping!
Kindness & Joy Toys
Left: Sing Along Pro
We can’t promise that you won’t want to borrow this toy from your kid. The Sing Along Pro is a Bluetooth wireless karoke microphone and speaker that looks and feels like a microphone the pros would use. It connects to a smartphone, tablet or computer and works with all karaoke apps. (It’s compatible with Apple or Android devices.)
It has a high-capacity battery that will keep your little superstars singing for up to five hours, and it can go anywhere because it’s wireless. It has 5 built-in audio filters — high pitch, bass, volume, reverb and accompaniment. The Sing Along Pro has already taken off in popularity with kids, but we think it’s a blast to use on a Girls’ Night Out (or bunco party) with your mama friends! Available in black, pink and gold. Cost is $39.99. Click here for more info on the Sing Along Pro from Kindness & Joy Toys.
Right: Farm Hopper
If you’ve got a bouncy, high-energy toddler, you need a Farm Hopper in your house. It’ll make them happy and wear them out at the same time.
These inflatable bouncy animals are brightly colored and have soft ears and/or horns that are perfect for gripping onto when your little one is bouncing. This toy has been a huge seller in Canada and is now taking the U.S. by storm, too. They’re made of a BPA-free plastic, and the bouncing motion helps with core muscle development as well as coordination skills. Perfect for indoor or outdoor use. It comes with a pump, and is already gift-boxed! Happy bouncing!
Where to shop: Kindness & Joy Toys is located on the Fayetteville Square at 16 W. Center Street. (Or shop online anytime at the Kindness & Joy Toys website by clicking here.)
How to contact: Be sure to follow this store on Instagram and Facebook, where the owner, Lindsay, will keep you up-to-date with the latest toy arrivals, demonstration videos, toy trend news and more.
Amazeum’s Curiosity Corner Gift Shop
Left: Ozobots
These small robots can be programmed with an app or even by drawing colors on paper! It’s an ultra-cool mashup of art and technology. Cost range is $56.99 to $99.99.
Right: Thames & Kosmos Science & Engineering Kits
Specially designed for the creatively curious kids, these science and engineering kits are a little like “super Legos.” They’re fun to play with while they challenge young minds. Cost range is $34.99 to $149.99, depending on the kit you choose.
Where to shop: The Curiosity Corner Gift Shop is located in the front lobby of the Scott Family Amazeum. (Location is 1009 Museum Way in Bentonville. Phone number is 479-696-9280.) Curiosity Corner is full of hundreds of unique toys and gifts designed to spark kids’ interest in science, art, math, engineering and technology. We recommend shopping there the next time you make a family outing to the Amazeum. One parent can watch the kids play on the tree canopy or in the indoor water experience while the other parent gets some holiday shoppping done.
Another gift idea: Here’s one more gift idea while you’re at the Amazeum. Consider getting a gift membership for your family. It’s one of those rare gifts that needs no batteries, won’t ever break and keeps the fun going all year. Amazeum members get 10% off on purchases, discounts on special programs and camps, and special members-only events throughout the year. Click here for info on memberships.
Get social: Be sure to follow the Amazeum on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on events, camps, new exhibits and more Curiosity Corner fun!
Terra Tots
Left: My Very First Games “Feeling & Touching”
For the upcoming year, Terra Tots is focusing on the brand “Haba”, and the store carries a variety of this brand’s famous “Yellow Box Games.” The one shown here, titled “Feeling & Touching,” is great for toddlers. It’s a game that stimulates sense of touch, differentiation between soft and sharp objects, and the toddler’s first understanding of rules. Cost is $xx.
Right: Green Toys Recycling Truck
Playing is children’s work, and Terra Tots focuses on providing sustainable healthy games and toys that focus on education, sensory awareness, problem solving and battery-free fun. The store has carried the “Green Toys” brand for several years because these toys are made out of 100% recycled plastic with no BPA, Phthalates, or PVC. They are also made in America. This Green Toys Recycling Truck is tough and durable for fun in the sun or sandbox, as well as inside. This toy is the perfect example of “Green Toys” mission as a company, to teach kids through play that caring for the earth is everyone’s responsibility. Cost is $xx
Where to shop: Terra Tots has a natural version of everything for baby, from birth to 2 years of age. The shop is known for sustainable and wooden toys, cloth diapers, organic clothes and a midwife-curated apothecary for moms and babies. You’ll find Terra Tots downtown on the Fayetteville Square at 15 S. Block Avenue. For questions, call the shop at 479-587-8687, or visit the Terra Tots website by clicking here.
See more: Keep up with the latest product arrivals, announcements and sales by following Terra Tots on Facebook and Instagram.
Modern Mission Indoor/Outdoor Laser Tag
Gift idea: Tweens & teens can be so tough to shop for, but kids in this age range love fun group activities with friends. Modern Mission is offering a holiday special on gift cards:
- Spend $25, get $5 free.
- Spend $50, get $10 free.
- Spend $100, get $20 free.
Gift cards can be used toward laser tag play at Modern Mission’s indoor or outdoor facilities or archery. Gift cards can also be used for birthday parties.
What it’s like: Modern Mission provides fun, action-packed missions! Since this is NOT paintball, you don’t have to worry about unnecessary injuries from fast-flying paintballs. Their technology helps provide a safe, exciting experience WITHOUT the pain. Players are divided into two teams to battle it out with missions such as Domination, Infiltration, and Last Stand. Grab a friend and join the mission!
Where to shop: Modern Mission is located at 3484 E. Joyce Boulevard in Fayetteville, AR. For questions, call them at 479-595-0055. You can also follow their latest news on Facebook and Twitter.
Belle — women.kids.gifts
Left: Last Call Plaid Flannel
Flannel season is here and this red is perfect for the holidays. Pair this cutie with your favorite pair of jeans. It’s made of a comfy, cozy 52% cotton and 48% rayon. Cost is $60. Click here for more info on this flannel from Belle.
Right: Story of the Night Velvet Top
This off-the-shoulder velvet top in wine is a great addition to your holiday time – or anytime — wardrobe. It’s great with your favorite denim and booties. Cost is $60. Click here for more info on this top from Belle.
Where to shop: Here’s where you can see (and try on) the fabulous clothes at Belle.
- 3575 W. Wedington Drive, Suite 2, Fayetteville
- 3511 SE J Street, Suite 5, Bentonville
How to contact: 479-435-6267 for the Fayetteville store; 479-876-8085 for the Bentonville store. Keep up with the latest updates and new arrivals at the store via Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, and Twitter.
Lauren James
Left: The Jackson Pullover
Colder weather is coming soon, and Lauren James has a pullover you’ll fall for right away. Heathered fabric with a pop of color on the outside and an ultra soft sherpa interior make the Jackson Pullover a must have for fall. Price is $99.50. For more ideas, visit the Lauren James Gift Guide.
Right: The Boyfriend Flannel
This is definitely a Lauren James best-seller. Boyfriend Flannel is a must-have for any woman’s closet. Made of 100% cotton, this top is super soft and you’ll love the oversized fit, pockets and elliptical hem. For more great gift ideas like this one, check out the Lauren James website.
Where to shop: Visit the super cute Lauren James store at 623 W. Dickson St., Fayetteville. You can also find Lauren James styles at Dillard’s in Rogers or at Ozark Outpost Clothing Footwear in Tontitown. (Or shop anytime on the Lauren James website.)
How to contact: Call (844) 355-7591. Keep up with the latest fashions by following Lauren James on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, and Twitter.
The Haley Boutique
Left: Let’s Be Clear Bag
These adorable clear bags are perfect for all the things you need for the day — and the small bag inside will take an outfit straight to a concert or dinner in the evening. Cost is $29.
Right: Friday, I’m in Love Outfit
Friday, we’re coming for you! You can gift this cute tee by itself or add this perfect skirt and booties to round out the gift. Tee cost is $16. Keep in mind this exact t-shirt might not be there when you arrive because The Haley Boutique strives to keep the store unique by only stocking limited numbers of each piece in the store. New shipments arrive 3 times a week to keep the collection fresh.
Where to shop: The Haley is located at 2011 S. Promenade Blvd. in Rogers. Phone number is 479-936-7000. (Or shop anytime on the Haley’s website. Click here to visit the Haley Lookbooks.)
See more: See the latest clothes and accessories to arrive at The Haley by following them on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter.
Rock City Outfitters
Left: Hunt AR tee
If you’re shopping for a guy who loves to hunt, fish or spend time outdoors in Arkansas, this is the shirt! The vintage design looks like he could have pulled it out of his grandpa’s closet. It’s an oatmeal-colored soft t-shirt with brown and orange printed ink. Cost is $28.99.
Right: Very Shady Raglan
If your guy is a little “shady” or just happens to love the beautiful trees in our great state, he’s going to love this long-sleeve raglan tee from Rock City Outfitters. As with all the Rock City shirts, it’s super-soft and guaranteed to be an instant favorite. Cost is $26.99.
Where to shop: You’ll find Rock City Outfitters shirts in stores around the state and in local festivals and shows (like the Northwest Arkansas Boutique Show November 17th and 18th). But you can find the FULL line of shirts on the company’s website, which is super easy to shop and navigate. Click here to check it out.
Where to see more: Keep up with Rock City’s newest styles (including shirts for women and kids) by following them on social media, including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Pinterest.
Second Elm
Left: Yeti Loadout Bucket
We love how this Yeti Loadout Bucket comes fully loaded with stuff guys will love. It’s includes the Yeti bucket, Yeti utility caddy (which fits right inside the top of the bucket), the Yeti utility belt, and the Yeti Loadout Bucket Lid (which is transparent and water-tight) to keep it all together. This gift can be used as a toolbox, charcoal storage, baseball bucket, sand castle mold, tackle box or even a frog bucket! The total package cost is $90, which includes all the goodies shown here.
Right: Fayettechill Jackson Vest
This Fayettechill branded zip vest is made of polartec double shearling, which means it’s incredibly soft but also holds in the warmth. The left chest area has a felt patch, and the entire vest has a dense, high-quality feel that guys will love. Cost is $90.
Where to shop: Second Elm is located at the intersection of 2nd Street and Elm Street in Rogers. (And now you know where the name comes from!) You’ll love the view from the shop’s gorgeous walls of windows that look out over downtown Rogers. For questions, call them at 479-372-4235.
See more gift ideas: Second Elm also carries a “Dream of Summer” gift package that includes a great Yeti cooler, Maui Jim sunglasses and a t-shirt. They also carry the Kavu brand, which has lots of great gift items. Keep up with all the latest Second Elm news by following them on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.
Golf USA
Left: Mizuno JPX 900 HM Irons (8-piece set)
Mamas, we know this gift suggestion is a splurge for most of us, but you know your husband would always remember this holiday as “that Christmas when I got the new clubs from my awesome wife.” With this JPX 900 Hot Metal Iron set, the Mizuno company set out to engineer the longest, hottest, broad appeal iron they’ve ever made. This set has received several 5-star reviews from golfers. Cost is $899.99.
Right: Bushnell Golf Patriot Pack (Tour V4 or Tour V4 Shift)
Serious golfers love the Bushnell Golf Patriot Pack rangefinders. This golfing tool is small, fast, accurate and legal for tournament play. It features 5x magnification, fast focusing capability and stable-grip technology. Golf USA has two versions of the Bushnell Patriot Pack. The Bushnell Tour V4 Patriot Pack cost is $274.99, (a savings of $25). For the upgraded Bushnell Tour V4 Shift Patriot Pack, the cost is $349.99 (a savings of $50).
Where to shop: Golf USA is located at 3184 N. College Avenue in Fayetteville. While you’re there, you’ll find an in-store studio that custom fits golf clubs to the exact specifications you want. They carry all the big names, including Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Ping, Mizuno, Cobra, and Tour Edge. The store also has a Mitchell-certified repair center, two full high-definition hitting bays, and a huge selection of products. (The store also gets high marks for customer service, which is so important when you’re shopping for a golf-related gift but don’t necessarily know the sport as well as the person you’re shopping for does.) To see the full range of products, check out the Golf USA website by clicking here. For questions about golf-related gifts, call the shop at 479-444-6300.
See more: Keep up with the latest product arrivals, store sales and announcements by following the Fayetteville Golf USA store on Facebook.
Kate Austin Jewelry & Gifts
Left: Volcano Lotion by Capri Blue
Capri Blue became well-known for their scented candle called “Volcano.” Now you can get that amazing scent in an extra emollient hand cream. Perfect gift as we head into winter! Teachers have to wash their hands often, so they’ll love having this pretty tube of hand cream in their desk drawer. Cost is $22
Right: Mud Pie Initial Texting Gloves
Your kid’s teacher will love these gloves. They’re comfy, and the initial by the wrist gives them a personal, elegant touch. And these gloves won’t slow the teacher down when she’s sending texts because they’re designed to be technology-friendly. If you want to add some “wow” to the gift, pair the gloves with a cute plaid scarf! Gloves cost $20
Where to shop: Just in case you missed the news last summer, Kate Austin has moved to a gorgeous shop in Bentonville. You’ll find it at 3046 SE J Street, not far down from the Zaxby’s and Smoothie King. For more details on these gifts, call the shop at 479-268-3033 or visit the Kate Austin website by clicking here.
See more: You can keep up with the latest arrivals and style trends by following Kate Austin on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter.
Kyya Chocolate
Left: Arkansas Sea Salt & Caramel Bar
Kyya has a new hand-crafted chocolate bar – the Arkansas Sea Salt & Caramel bar – that’s sure to make anyone happy, including the hard-working teachers on your holiday list. The packaging on these new bars have the state of Arkansas on the outside and trivia/facts about Arkansas on the inside. So fun! Here’s some trivia about Kyya: Through adventures to cacao farms around the globe, Kyya crafts distinctive chocolate for their customers. They make small batches of chocolate with hand-picked single origin beans to highlight the unique flavor profiles. Other flavors include Uganda Single Origin Milk Chocolate, Coffee Infused Milk Chocolate Bar, Ecuador Dark Chocolate, Dark Chocolate Infused with Coconut and lots more! Cost for the Arkansas Sea Salt & Caramel bars is $6.
Right: Artisan Chocolate Spreads
Choose from almond, cashew or pecan. These new Kyya spreads, created with the company’s Costa Rican chocolate, are getting a great response from customers. Kyya is also developing a handy single-serving size. These spreads are soy, dairy and gluten free and vegan. But mostly? They just taste delicious. Tie a few of these up with a bow and go find a great teacher to give them to! Cost is $10.
Where to shop: Visit the Kyya website; Find them on Facebook; Tweet them on Twitter; See pics on Pinterest; Follow them on Instagram; Watch this new video about them on YouTube; Click here to see the full list of Northwest Arkansas retailers where Kyya Chocolate is sold.
How to contact: Using Google, you can find Kyya at 337 North Elm Street, Springdale, Arkansas 72762. For locals, the chocolate shop is in Elm Springs on Highway 112, about 2 miles North of Hwy 412. The shop is open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. You can also call 1-844-281-4470
Revive Medical Spa
Left: Hydrafacial MD
Mamas, if your husband is looking for gift ideas for you this year, you may want to send him a link to this post about the HydraFacial®. It’s a non-invasive resurfacing facial that enhances the health and appearance of your skin. We guarantee a gift card for this service at Revive will make you very happy. This multi-step treatment cleanses, peels, exfoliates, and extracts while removing impurities and replenishing vital nutrients to skin. The HydraFacial® even targets specific skin concerns like fine lines and wrinkles, dark spots, and hyperpigmentation. The HydraFacial® is perfect for all skin types and provides immediate results in as little as 30 minutes, that will leave your skin feeling refreshed, renewed, and invigorated. Click here for more info about Hydrafacials.
Right: Click here for more info about CoolSculpting
So what is CoolSculpting? This patented technology safely delivers precisely controlled cooling to gently and effectively target fat cells. The fat cells are crystallized (frozen), then die. Over time, your body naturally processes the fat and these dead cells, leading to an approximate 30% reduction in the fat cells of the treated area. CoolSculpting can target a variety of areas, including the stomach, thighs and chin. Revive offers a free consultation. You can buy a gift card for CoolSculping or let the gift recipient decide on the service. Click here for more info about CoolSculpting.
Where to shop in Fayetteville: Revive Medical Spa is located at 1444 E. Stearns Street in Fayetteville. For more info on these two services or any of the services the spa offers, call 479-287-4738.
See more: Keep up with the Revive’s latest offerings by following them on Facebook and Instagram. See the full range of spa services by clicking here to visit the Revive website.
Hull Aesthetics
Gift idea: Hull Aesthetics Gift Card
We love a gift that’s so open-ended that the gift recipient gets to decide how and when to use it. So if you’re looking for a gift that will feel like a true luxury but is also flexible, you can’t go wrong with a gift card from Hull Aesthetics. (You can now get aesthetic services from Hull at the Springdale location as well as the Rogers location.)
Your gift recipient can use the gift card toward services including facials (including HydraFacials), microdermabrasian, tanning, waxing, tattoo removal, laser hair reduction, chemical peels and even things like eyebrow and eyelash permanent curling and tinting. (There are more than 30 aesthetic services you can choose from when deciding how to use the gift card!) There are also services geared specifically for men. Click here for more info on gift cards and the services available.
Where to shop in Springdale and Rogers: Find the Rogers location at 599 Horsebard Road. The Springdale location can be found at 6879 Isaacs Orchard Road. For questions about services or gift cards, call the clinic at 479-254-9662.
See more: Keep up with Hull Dermatology & Aesthetics by following them on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.
Honeycomb Kitchen Shop
Give an experience: Cooking classes at Honeycomb Kitchen Shop
Cooking classes at Honeycomb Kitchen Shop are perfect for the beginner, expert cook or somewhere in between. Honeycomb makes sure the classes are not only informative, but also fun.
They currently have classes lined up for November through February for purchase as holiday gifts. Honeycomb typically offers 3 or 4 public classes a month but they also offer private cooking classes if you want to host a holiday party that’s more experience driven or as a team building/bonding event for your work holiday party.
Click here for more info about cooking classes at Honeycomb Kitchen Shop.
Location: Honeycomb Kitchen Shop is located at 213 W. Walnut Street in Rogers. For questions about classes (or products), call the shop at 479-340-1022.
See more: Keep up with the latest products and classes at Honeycomb Kitchen Shop by following them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest.
Walton Arts Center
Left: Tickets to Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse
Trike Theatre will present Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse at Walton Arts Center on April 13-14 and April 20-21. This show is perfect for little kids. It’s about a girl named Lilly who loves almost everything! She loves school, she loves wearing disguises, she loves her awesome teacher, but not her stinky baby brother Julius. Lilly has her own way of doing things and even on the bad days, when you have movie star sunglasses and a purple plastic purse that plays music, how bad can it be? Adapted from the award winning children’s books by Kevin Henkes, Trike Theatre brings to life Lilly’s hilarious and heart-felt journey where even young mice make mistakes and have to find the courage to apologize.
Right: Tickets to Brain Candy
We’re SO excited about this show because this is going to be an amazing “experience” gift for our kids. Brain Candy hits the Walton Arts Center stage on May 1st. This show brings Adam Savage (formerly of MythBusters) together with YouTube star Michael Stevens. They’ll bring along some crazy toys, incredible tools and mind-blowing demonstrations for a celebration of curiosity that’s an interactive, hands-on, minds-on theatrical experience like no other. It’s been described as a two-hour play date with Walt Disney, Willy Wonka and Albert Einstein. (We’re hearing amazing reviews of this show from moms who have seen it in other cities.) Ticket cost is $48.
How to get tickets: Buy tickets for the show on the Walton Arts Center website or get them in person at the box office. Walton Arts Center is located at 495 W. Dickson Street in Fayetteville. You can also purchase tickets by calling the box office at 479-443-5600.
See more: Keep up with the latest show announcements from Walton Arts Center by following them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.
Belle Boutique
Left: Natural Life Happy Box
This cheerful box has everything you’ll need to bring a smile to your friend’s face. Inside she’ll find 8 adorable treasures: Happy Notes, Half Boho Bandeau, Phone Pocket, Mini Canvas Pouch, Artisan Dish, Owl Magnet Clip, Canvas Key Fob and Stickers — all with a happy and inspiring sentiment! The cover features original doodles and this gift can be filled with everything that makes her happy. Click here to get more info on the Happy Box. Cost is $48.
Right: Wellness Shower Burst Pack
Shower Bursts deliver amazing aromatherapy while you get clean. Made with all-natural ingredients and pure essential oils, this pack includes: headache buster, stress buster, cold & flu buster and hangover buster. Yes, please! Click here for more info on the Wellness Shower Burst Pack. Cost is $22.
Where to shop: Here’s where you can see (and try on) the fabulous clothes at Belle.
- 3575 W. Wedington Drive, Suite 2, Fayetteville
- 3511 SE J Street, Suite 5, Bentonville
How to contact: 479-435-6267 for the Fayetteville store; 479-876-8085 for the Bentonville store. Keep up with the latest updates and new arrivals at the store via Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, and Twitter.
So Inviting
Left: Original Deano Tote Bag by Scout
This is the Scout tote bag that started it all. The Original Deano was Scout’s first design in 2004, and it’s still the #1 selling bag to this day. There’s a reason for that – the tote is ideal for carrying pretty much everything. Folds flat for easy storage. Cost is $39.
Right: Nora Fleming Serveware
We fell in love with the concept behind Nora Fleming Serveware. Instead of making room for themed serving pieces that you only bring out for one occasion each year (like Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, etc.), the Nora Fleming collection features elegant ivory serving pieces that have a special spot for a touch of personalization, no matter what the occasion is. On the cake pedestal pictured above, for example, there’s a small hole where you insert a “mini.” The clear stem on the bottom of the mini anchors into the hole so that it won’t accidentally be knocked off the platter. It’s so much fun to look through all the different mini’s — everything from a Santa boot to a graduation cap! Click here to see a video about how the Nora Fleming line works. Cake pedestal cost is $56. Mini attachments are $12.50 each.
Where to shop: You can see all the gift ideas at So Inviting by visiting the shop at 3067 N. College Avenue in Fayetteville. For questions about anything shown here, call the shop at 479-587-1800. You can also shop online by clicking here to see the So Inviting website.
See more: Keep up with the latest arrivals at the store by following So Inviting Gifts on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.
The Anchor
Left: Arkansas Dish Towel
The design is silk-screened, then framed with a hand embroidered border on a 100% cotton dish towel (which could also be used as a hand towel, guest towel, or bar towel). Three stripes down both sides and hand dyed rick-rack at the top and bottom add a charming vintage touch. Delightfully presented in a fab organdy re-usable pouch! Cost is $18.
Right: Stay Fancy wine glass
This fancy wine glass will remind you to “stay fancy” while you’re sipping wine with friends. It’s a 9-inch tall glass that holds 16 ounches — which experts say is “enough to have a good time.” Lettering is in a shiny gold foil. Cost is $14.
Where to shop: The Anchor is located on the Fayetteville Square at 15 S. Block St., Suite 101. You can call the shop at 479.295.0739. Click here to visit the store’s website.
See more: Stay up to date on the latest arrivals at The Anchor by following the store on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.
Honeycomb Kitchen Shop
Left: An Ozark Culinary History
Northwest Arkansas’ High South cuisine is associated with nostalgia, fresh ingredients, tall tales and rural roots. In the 1890s, Ozark apples fed the nation. Welch’s Concord grapes grew in Arkansas vineyards. Local poultry king, Tyson, still satisfies America’s chicken craving. Local chef turned author Erin Rowe recounts her culinary adventures stomping grapes, canning hominy, picking Muscadines, gathering wild watercress and tracking honeybees. Featuring fifty heirloom recipes dating as far back as the early 1800s, An Ozark Culinary History celebrates it all — from chow-chow to moonshine. Signed copies of this cookbook are available at Honeycomb Kitchen Shop and make the perfect holiday gift for the person who loves everything NWA. 
(Remember that a gift card for cooking classes would make a great gift for aspiring chefs! Honeycomb offers those, too!) Click HERE to see more about this gift from Honeycomb Kitchen Shop.
Right: Handcrafted Recipe Boxes, Handmade Recipe Cards, and Hometown Candles
Honeycomb Kitchen Shop is a supporter of over twenty-five Arkansas local artisans and continually looks for handmade kitchen tools, linens and food items to add to their collection. Some of their most popular Arkansas-made items are handcrafted recipe boxes made out of Arkansas hardwoods by Don DeSpain of Rogers. Don’s recipe boxes pair well with handmade recipe cards created by another Rogers native, Jane Para. Write your favorite recipe on a card and put it in the recipe box to give as a local gift with a personal touch. HKS also has to share some hometown love with their Lux Fragrances candles. Handmade in Des Arc, AR (hometown to co-owner Melissa Turpin), these candles come in a variety of pleasant and aromatic fragrances as well as fully decorated gift boxes. No wrapping required for these gorgeous candles! Click HERE for more details about this gift from Honeycomb Kitchen Shop.
Where to shop: Honeycomb Kitchen Shop is located at 213 W. Walnut Street in Rogers. For questions about classes (or products), call the shop at 479-340-1022.
Where to see more: Keep up with the latest products and classes at Honeycomb Kitchen Shop by following them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest.
Rock City Outfitters
Left:Branches Hoodie
This comfy hoodie is perfect for people (like us) who are super proud of our Arkansas roots. Even if the person you’re shopping for wasn’t born here, this would be a great gift for newcomers who have fallen in love with the area and are putting down new roots of their own. Cost is $39.99.
Right:Arkansas is a Natural Hoodie
This classic unisex hoodie features a design that’s a replication of a vintage Arkansas Tourism sticker that you frequently find on the back of a 1990-1993 Jeep Wagoneer. So retro. So soft. And oh-so-perfect for every Arkansas lover we know. Cost is $39.99.
Where to shop: You’ll find Rock City Outfitters shirts in stores around the state and in local festivals and shows (like the Northwest Arkansas Boutique Show November 17th and 18th). But you can find the FULL line of shirts on the company’s website, which is super easy to shop and navigate. Click here to check it out.
Where to see more: Keep up with Rock City’s newest styles (including shirts for women and kids) by following them on social media, including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Pinterest.
Scott Frame and Art
Left: Greenwich Bay Trading Company lotions and more
Greenwich Bay Trading Company is an Artisan family-owned business that handcrafts French-milled soaps and luxury spa products in the USA. This Artisan Family has a hand in every aspect of the creation of their products, including the artwork on the packaging. These gifts are incredibly priced from $2 to $9.
Right: Duke Cannon soaps and more
Duke Cannon is a fun company that makes grooming essentials for men. Manufacturing in the USA, this small artisan company also gives back to the men and women serving our country. A portion of the company’s proceeds directly support four different Veteran causes, which means this company has a local impact here in Northwest Arkansas. Prices for Duke Cannon items range from $9.50 to $31 (and these gifts are definitely man-sized!)
Where to shop: We love the distinctively local vibe of each Scott Frame and Art location. We always find artwork (including local photographs and Razorback prints) that we fall in love with when we’re in the shop. Recently the company has introduced a new “Artisan Reserve” collection of gift items. Each of the companies in the collection must meet three of the six criteria the shop owner’s have established:
- Must be handcrafted
- Must have a charitable-giving component
- Must be made by a small business
- Must be made in the USA
- Must be Artisan
- Must be Fair Trade
The Artisan Reserve collection also includes a line of men’s and women’s bracelets that sell for $14, with 25% of the proceeds going to Soldier on Service Dogs (SOSD). They’re a non-profit agency located in Fayetteville that provide service dogs to Northwest Arkansas Veterans diagnosed with PTSD and/or Traumatic Brain Injury at no cost.
Scott Frame and Art is located at 2603 W. Pleasant Grove Road in Rogers. (Store number is 696-8263.) They also have a Fayetteville location at 100 E. Joyce Blvd. (Store number is 479-443-7262.)
See more: Keep up with the latest announcements and product arrivals by following Scott Frame and Art on Facebook.
NWA Naturals
Ticket packages: Take your favorite baseball fan out to Arvest Ballpark this summer and enjoy a Northwest Arkansas Naturals game. Shown above are some of the team’s special gift packages available just in time for the Holidays.Naturals Holiday Packs will be available for purchase from November 5 through December 22. Holiday Packs cost $25, $50, or $100 and offer the perfect stocking stuffer for the baseball fan in your family.
Above: Stay warm this winter with a new Comfort Colors Sweatshirt, Quarter Zip, or Authentic Team Jacket. Shop all of the latest Naturals merchandise at the Naturals Team Store in advance of the Holidays and use the PROMO CODE: Motherlode to receive 25% OFF your online purchases from now until Friday, December 22.
Where to shop: Shop at the Naturals Team Store located at Arvest Ballpark, 3000 Gene George Blvd. in Springdale, Ark. The Team Store is open Monday through Friday from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. or you can also order by calling 479-927-4900.
How to contact: Visit the Naturals website; Check out the team’s Facebook page; See them on Instagram; Tweet at them on Twitter. Call 479-927-4900.
Logo-N-Stitch
Left: Razorback Sherpa and Arkansas Razorback gear
Any of the items would make a great gift for a Razorback fan, and when you put them all together, it’s a gift with “wow” factor. Logo-N-Stitch also has blank sherpas that they can add initials to, for a truly personal touch. The hats are also custom made, add a state or initials. Sherpa costs $80. Hat cost is $25. Tumbler costs $28.99. Silver Razorback dish cost is $89.99.
Right: Razorback sweatshirt
Cozy up with our favorite sweatshirt this season. This one is soo soft you won’t want to take it off! Cost is $44.
Where to shop: Logo-N-Stitch is located at 1110 Mathias Drive, Suite C in Springdale. For info about any of these items or about personalization, call the shop at 479-419-5575. Shop online anytime at the Logo-N-Stitch website.
See more: Keep up with the latest arrivals at Logo & Stitch by following the shop on Instagram and Facebook.
Sassafras Springs Vineyard
Gift baskets or Gift Cards
If you’re shopping for a wine lover, it’ll be easy to find something for them at Sassafras Springs Vineyard. Sassafras has a variety of wine baskets to choose from or you can create your own. One of the most popular gift baskets for women include Syrah Soap, Syrah lotion, Syrah body wash and a bottle of Syrah with a wine candle.
Sassafras also has a Razorback themed basket with two Razorback wine glasses, a Syrah bottle of wine well as a Razorback wine stopper. Or you can choose a wine basket with a trio (or 4) SSV bottles.
Wine baskets can also be personalized, depending on the gift recipient. Just let the staff at Sassafras know if you want to cater to an outdoor hunter, hiking enthusiast or maybe a book worm.
Where to shop: If you haven’t been out to Sassafras yet, you’ll love seeing it in person when you go there to shop. It’s so beautiful and peaceful. Sassafras is located at 6461 East Guy Terry Road in Springdale. (Click here for specific driving instructions.) Or call Sassafras at 479-419-4999.
See more: Keep up with all the fun events (and see gorgeous pictures of some of the weddings that take place) at Sassafras Springs Vineyard by following them on Facebook and Twitter.
Rick’s Bakery
Left:Silver Bells Tower package
This set of sweets includes some of Rick’s most popular treats that are perfect for giving to a friend, neighbors or to a holiday party. Inside you’ll find 8 tea cookies, 4 thumbprint cookies, 3 assorted brownies, 6 small iced sugar cookies, 9 assorted petit-fours (chocolate, strawberry, white and peppermint). Cost is $35.
Right:Rick’s Razorback Ring
Rick’s Razorback Ring is a delicious danish filled with cream cheese and strawberry filing. It’s topped with Rick’s melt-in-your mouth cream cheese icing and sugar sprinkles — with a Hog cookie right in the middle. Perfect for that Hog fan in your life. Cost is $20.
Where to shop: See all the beautiful cakes, cupcakes and pastries (and smell all those incredible smells) at Rick’s Bakery located at 1220 N. College Avenue in Fayetteville. For questions about the items mentioned here, call the bakery at 479-442-2166. See the menu on the Rick’s Bakery website by clicking here.
(Did you hear the news? Rick’s Bakery is opening a second location soon in Rogers — in the former Dixie Cafe building near Lowes. Yay!)
See more: See Rick’s Bakery’s latest creations by following them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and Pinterest.
Onyx Coffee Lab
Left: Gift Card
Never underestimate the power of a gift card when it’s something you know the person LOVES — like great coffee. (Plus gift cards are easy to put in a fun holiday card or pair with another gift.) Grab a $25 gift card at these Onyx Coffee Lab stores:
- Fayetteville: 2418 N. Gregg Ave.
- Springdale: 7508 W. Sunset Ave.
- Bentonville: 100 NW 2nd St., Suite 106
Right: Camp Mug Box Set
These gifts are ready to go and each includes a black & yellow enamel Onyx camp mug, one white & black enamel Onyx camp mug, and a 12-oz bag of the company’s trademark Ethiopia Hambela Buku Natural coffee. The camp mugs are the high quality, made in Poland and dishwasher safe. The Ethiopia Buku is one of Onyx’s most popular coffees. Cost for this box set is $55.
Where to shop: Pick up the gift cards or the Camp Mug Box Set at any of the Onyx locations listed above. Or shop the Onyx website to see the full line of gift items available — everything from Onyx sweatshirts to coffee grinders! Click here to shop the Onyx Coffee Lab website.
See more: Keep up with all things Onyx by following them on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Amazeum’s Curiosity Corner
Left: Amazeum’s Curiosity Corner
Surprizamals are just the right size to slip into a stocking! They’re small red spheres that, when opened, reveal (surprise!) a stuffed animal! Surprizamals are $4.99
Right: Amazeum’s Curiosity Corner
Similar to stress balls, Squishies are shaped like every day (and not so every day) objects not known for their ability to be squeezed like hamburgers, sushi, and ice cream cones. Squishies range in cost from $4.99 to $9.99.
Note: Amazeum members receive 10% off purchases of these and other items in Curiosity Corner. (Curiosity Corner is running pop-up sales of 40 – 60% off select merchandise on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through December.)
Where to shop: The Curiosity Corner Gift Shop is located in the front lobby of the Scott Family Amazeum. (Location is 1009 Museum Way in Bentonville. Phone number is 479-696-9280.) Curiosity Corner is full of hundreds of unique toys and gifts designed to spark kids’ interest in science, art, math, engineering and technology. We recommend shopping there the next time you make a family outing to the Amazeum. One parent can watch the kids play on the tree canopy or in the indoor water experience while the other parent gets some holiday shoppping done.
Another stocking stuffer-sized gift idea: Here’s one more gift idea while you’re at the Amazeum. Consider getting a gift membership for your family. It’s one of those rare gifts that needs no batteries, won’t ever break and keeps the fun going all year. Amazeum members get 10% off on purchases, discounts on special programs and camps, and special members-only events throughout the year. Click here for info on memberships.
See more: Be sure to follow the Amazeum on Instagram and Facebook to stay up to date on events, camps, new exhibits and more Curiosity Corner fun!
The Mustache Goods & Wears
Left: Quirky, funny, irreverent, silly socks (men’s and women’s)
We think there is something fun about putting socks inside stockings. And there are so many great sock designs to choose from at The Mustache. Their best-selling brands are Blue Q and Sock It To Me. (The pairs shown above are from Sock It To Me.) The blue pair would be great for someone who loves to get outdoors, and the green pair features a banana riding a skateboard. Need we say more? Cost is $11.
Right: Chicago Candle Co. candles
These amazing-smelling candles are made from up-cycled wine bottles and hand-poured soy wax. Each candle features a unique wine, cocktail or drink-flavored scents. Burn time is 22 hours or more for the mini candles and more than 65 hours for the larger size. These candle will fill your home with the rich scent of spiced wine steeped with soothing notes of cinnamon and nutmeg — or Tennessee Whiskey paired with the enticing essence of tobacco and oak. Cost for a 32-ounce candle is $32. Cost for a 4-ounce candle is $16.
Where to shop: Find these items + so many other cool gifts (many of them just the perfect size for Stocking Stuffers!) and clothing at The Mustache in Fayetteville or Bentonville. The Fayetteville store is on the downtown square at 15 S. Block Avenue. The Bentonville store is located at 110 NW 2nd Street in the downtown area. For questions, call the Fayetteville shop at 479.966.4610. The Bentonville shop can be reached by calling 479.319.4677 . You can shop The Mustache online anytime by clicking here to see the website.
See more: Don’t miss out on all the new stuff arriving at The Mustache! You can see the latest items by following the store on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter.
