Looking for holiday gift magic that’s all local and won’t break the bank? This list features 20 perfect ideas for every Clevelander you’re wanting to shower with presents this season.  

Looking for holiday gift magic that’s all local and won’t break the bank? This list features 20 perfect ideas for every Clevelander you’re wanting to shower with presents this season.  Plus, nothing here is more than $25. 

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Alex’s Ausome Socks Found at: Merchant Mrkt, 24687 Cedar Rd., Lyndhurst Cost: $14.95 Alex’s Ausome Socks company not only make socks that are perfect for the holiday season, but with a purchase you are giving hope to young kids diagnosed with autism. Alex’s mom told Scene that he loves pizza and these socks are a great gift for the significant others and kids who also love some pie.
Give the Gift of Music Give the gift of an experience to a local music venue, like the Beachland, Grog Shop, Agora, Music Box or Winchester. These hot spots have so much new music coming through the door that you can always find something fresh and especially local. They all sell gift cards and one for $25 is the perfect gift for the music lover in your life.
Fiber and Gloss Holiday Cards Cost: $4 each Sometimes all you need is a holiday card to brighten the spirit, and Fiber and Gloss has plenty of sassy and funny cards that will spread the holiday cheer. Plus, you can feel good that these cards are hand drawn and printed in Ohio.
Fiber and Gloss Holiday Cards Cost: $4 each Sometimes all you need is a holiday card to brighten the spirit, and Fiber and Gloss has plenty of sassy and funny cards that will spread the holiday cheer. Plus, you can feel good that these cards are hand drawn and printed in Ohio.
Books, books and more books at Mac’s Backs-Books Found at: 1820 Coventry Rd. Cleveland Heights Coast: All books under $25 If you have a bookworm in your family there are a ton of books from Cleveland-based authors that would make great gifts. We suggest books like Ken Schneck’s “LGBTQ Cleveland”, Laura De Marco’s “Lost Cleveland” and Ronald Koltnow’s “Barberton Fried Chicken: An Ohio Original,” or even a book by a national author like Omise’eke Natasha Tinsley’s “Beyoncé in Formation: Remixing Black Feminism.” Photo by Ken Schneck
City Mugs Found at: In The 216, 1854-A Coventry Rd., Cleveland Heights Cost: $16 These city mugs are by local maker Lexicon Designs helps you find that one gift that will be great for coworkers, family and friends. The Mugs are all themed to that you love about our cities it includes Parma, Coventry, Cleveland, Bay Village and many more.
Cleveland Babe T-Shirt Found at: Océanne, 6515 Detroit Ave. Cost: $20 Océanne in Gordon Square carries this printed Cleveland Babe T-Shirt that would be perfect for and Cleveland babe. The shirt is 100 percent cotton and is available in multiple sizes.
Cleveland Curiosities Found at: 13375 Madison Ave., Lakewood Cost: Under $25 There’s always that dark enthusiast in your family and the Cleveland Curiosities store has you covered for all things strange and beautiful, including things like ducks, enamel bat skeletons, teeth and amazing plant posters.
Cleveland Candle Company Found at: 2032 W. 25th St. Cost: Under $25 With names like Cle Magic, Edgewater Park, Cleveland Snow and Lake Erie, Cleveland Candle Company’s best sellers are the perfect gifts for anyone on your list. For those feeling a little creative, there is even a candle bar where you can make your own scents.
Cleveland Ketchup Found at: In The 216, 11512 Clifton Blvd. $7 Cleveland Ketchup Company is a new local family-run venture, dedicated to providing ketchup using quality, natural ingredients with absolutely no high-fructose corn syrup. The ketchup is available in classic and ghost pepper flavors.
Cleveland Map Shirt Found at: Snakes + Acey’s, 2051 Murray Hill Cost: $20 This shirt depicts a vintage Cleveland map that fades out the further you get from the city. The maker of the shirt says the “all my roads lead to Cleveland” sentiment holds a romantic idea of home.
Linda’s Other Life City Skyline Pillows Cost: $25 These wonderful handmade pillows can be found on Linda O. Lackey’s Etsy shop and at Cuyahoga Collective in Lakewood, Merchant’s Market at Legacy Village and In The 216. Lackey tells Scene that these pillows have been shipped all over the country to people who love Cleveland as much as she does.
Cleveland Tea Revival Found at: 1434 W. 29th Cleveland Tea Revival offers wonderful organic teas from green to herbal blends. Starting at $5 an ounce, these teas would make a great stocking-stuffer or a nice gift for the tea lover in your life.
Fear’s Chocolate Holiday Box Found at: Fear’s Confections, 15208 Madison Ave., Lakewood Cost: $10 Cleveland-based chocolatier Fear’s Confections has a great gift for a simple Secret Santa or a friend who loves sweets. The box holds a Cleveland bar and three signature items from the company. The boxes are available online and in stores.
Guardian Print Found at: Cuyahoga Collective, 15701 Madison Ave. Lakewood Cost: $18 The sandstone figures on the Lorain-Carnegie Bridge have stood guard over east-west traffic since 1932. Offering a view into transportation of the past, the Guardians of Traffic are a symbol of commerce and travel in Cleveland. The Guardian Print comes in seven color variations, and is 13×19 inches.
La Plaza Supermarket Found at: 13609 Lakewood Heights Blvd. You might not think about La Plaza past their delicious tacos, but they actually have a full imports section from Mexico. This store carries anything for the home cook enthusiast in your life. Two kitchen staples to consider are the molcajete and tortilla presses these, which both individually run at under $25 bucks. La Plaza also has gift cards available for the taco lover in your life. Photo by Douglas Trattner
Paw Kids LLC Best Friend Accessories Cost: $12 Paw Kids delivers cute little dress up items for your favorite fur baby. From bandanas to bowties, this online company has you covered for the best friend in your life.
STAR POP vintage + modern Found at: 15813 Waterloo Rd. STAR POP vintage + modern buys and sells new and old toys, classic video games, vintage T-shirts and select vintage clothing, records, comics, and other pop culture collectibles. About 80 percent of the store is filled with gifts sure to make you feel nostalgic and that would be fantastic for the collector or kids in your life.
Thirteenth Floor Got any pop culture lovers in your life? They’re sure to like the prints of the artist Billy Ludwig with Thirteenth Floor. His take on the popular Star Wars franchise and historical events are haunting and unique. Currently in his website he is running a bundle for for (11×17 posters) for $25 with other posters running $10 each.
Edward McClelland books Found at: Threefold Gifts, 13339 Madison Ave, Lakewood The Midwestern universe is a special one with it’s own set of language and folklore. The books “How to Speak Midwestern” ( $16.95 ) and “Folktales and Legends of The Midwest” ($20) by author Edward McClelland are a perfect gift for family, friends and Midwestern transplants. Often comical and endearing, these books give you a look into the world of Cleveland and beyond.
Edward McClelland books Found at: Threefold Gifts, 13339 Madison Ave, Lakewood The Midwestern universe is a special one with it’s own set of language and folklore. The books “How to Speak Midwestern” ( $16.95 ) and “Folktales and Legends of The Midwest” ($20) by author Edward McClelland are a perfect gift for family, friends and Midwestern transplants. Often comical and endearing, these books give you a look into the world of Cleveland and beyond.

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