Shop Local Gift Ideas

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Shop Local Des Moines Small Business

Everyone has a shopping list this time of year. From parents and siblings to spouses, girlfriends, and teachers, it can be overwhelming! We’ve done the work and curated a list of thoughtful gifts for everyone on your list. The best part is, the gifts are all from businesses in Iowa. This year, shop local, support small businesses, and check everyone off your list! 

Gift Guide for Everyone On Your List

Here are some of our favorite gift ideas from Iowa-based makers and businesses. 

Ellie in Her Element 

Perfect for: girlfriend, sister, teacher, yourself

I have yet to meet a girl who doesn’t appreciate a pretty pair of earrings or a statement bracelet. Ellie in Her Element has stylish statement earrings and bracelets that are simple enough to wear during the day and fancy enough to wear for a night out. She makes the earrings in Waterloo, Iowa. 

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BLK + Bold

Perfect for: anyone who drinks coffee or tea

BLK + Bold offers premium organic coffee and tea to order. They are based in Des Moines and offer subscription services for high-quality tea and coffee. BLK + Bold is committed to delivering quality products and roast their coffee beans in small batches. The company was born to assist underprivileged urban youth in defying their odds in pursuit of living their best lives. 5% of all profits are donated to support initiatives that further this cause.

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(code)word Hats 

Perfect for: husband, dad

Represent Des Moines and the Hawkeye State with a 515 hat from (code) word Hats. The company gives 30% of their profit to local Children’s Hospitals. The 515 hats benefit Blank Children’s Hospital at UnityPoint Health.

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Soy You Want a Candle 

Perfect for: mom, girlfriend, teacher

Candles are a great gift to have on hand for last-minute hostess gifts or hard-to-buy-for people. These soy candles are all natural, small batch, hand-poured. They come in amazing scents including pomegranate cider and black sea as well as seasonal favorites like spiced pumpkin and into the woods. Scents are also available in melts and sprays.

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Root Pretty

Perfect for: girlfriend, teacher, mom, yourself

Root is a natural and affordable beauty line based in Waverly, Iowa. It offers a wide selection of makeup and skincare products that are natural, vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free. The tinted lip balm is 100% natural and vegan and comes in a variety of colors. I always keep it in my purse for last-minute color when I leave the house in a rush and didn’t have time for lipstick! It moisturizes lips with just a hint of color.  

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Wells Cooperative 

Perfect for: girlfriend, teacher, mom, yourself

Wells Cooperative sells handmade jewelry and accessories in limited quantities based in Eastern Iowa. They give back to support the health and education of children. Their holiday collection is absolutely dreamy and features a variety of gorgeous statement necklaces, earrings, and bags. The pieces are made by artisans both locally and overseas. 

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XO-LP // Laura Palmer

Perfect for: teacher, mom, sister, girlfriend

Looking for a unique gift? Laura Palmer has a variety of festive holiday printables and gift ideas. These buffalo plaid notecards are super cute! She also does custom home watercolors, which would be a perfect gift for parents or new homeowners. 

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William and Noelle 

Perfect for: teacher, girlfriend, husbandWilliam and Noelle custom travel mugs

This etsy shop is run by a mama of two in Ankeny. William and Noelle sells personalized mugs and tumblers. The RTIC tumblers are great for coffee and cold drinks. They have a great selection and a variety of sizes, including wine tumblers, water bottles, and holiday designs.

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What are your favorite local businesses to buy gifts? 

We did receive products from Ellie in Her Element, Soy You Want a Candle, Wells Cooperative, Codeword, William and Noelle, and BLK + Bold. However, all opinions are our own.

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