35+ gifts from your favorite Indianapolis shops, brands and artisans

• Here's our gift guide, with unique items from our favorite local shops, brands and artisans.
• There's something for everyone and every budget.

Under $25

💌 A sweet Indianapolis postcard from Tuggle's, $3

🍤 St. Elmo's famous cocktail sauce, $8

• Perfect for giving out-of-towners a taste of Indy.

💄 An SPF 30 lip balm from local brand Bitchstix that protects your lips and survivors of domestic violence, $10

🧩 A puzzle that doubles as art from Tinker Coffee Co., $20

🌱 A plant from Grounded Plant and Floral Co. Prices vary but Grounded has tons of gorgeous options at every price point.

🎻 Indianapolis Symphony children's book from Kids Ink, $22

• A QR code inside the book links you to music recordings to play as you read.

🖼️ Art print from the Newfields gift shop, $10–$15

🗺️ Indiana trail map from Rusted Moon Outfitters, starting at $6

💜 Ube Simple Syrup from Salamat, $9

• Give it to the wannabe mixologist or barista in your life, and watch them whip you up something purple to sip on.

🐶 Adorable seasonal dog treats (made in Speedway) from City Dogs Grocery, starting around $3

☕️ Coffee from a local roaster, prices vary

• May we suggest the gorgeous packaging of Helm Coffee Roasters — no wrapping required!

🍺 A six-pack of beer from your favorite local brewery, prices vary

🥩 Gin and juice salami from Smoking Goose, $16

🥂 Glitter simple syrup from Stomping Ground, $20

• 💭 Arika's thought bubble: I was gifted this and it makes any day feel a little extra special. So much fun.

🍵 Loose leaf tea from Tea's Me, starting at $19 for 2 oz.

$25–$50

🎄 A snow-covered Monument Circle ornament for your favorite Indy stan from The Index, $34

🥂 Prosecco candle (in the prettiest coupe-inspired glass) from Be the Boutique, $44

👕 An Indiana park T-shirt from The Shop, $30

🕯️ The best-smelling candles (hand-poured in Indy!) in scents like "Stretchy Pants" and "Son of a Nutcracker" from Primrose Candle Co., $25+

• Smell them at stores around town, including Tuggle's and Silver in the City.

🍿 A collection of flavored popcorns from Just Pop In, $30

🍷 A pair of funky wine glasses from Solely wine bar, $29

• Make it extra special by adding a bottle from Solely's curated selection of low-intervention wines from small producers.

🍋 Lemoncello from Hotel Tango Distillery, $35

🧴 Golden Hour multiuse oil for hair, face and body from Salt & Ash Soap Co., $30

🪴 A two-tone handmade ceramic planter with matching drip plate from Castoe Pots, $33

🎒 A unique dragonfly backpack for a kiddo with style, made in Kenya and sold at Global Gifts, $45

🍹 A Ghia nonalcoholic aperitif that still feels fun and festive from Rooftop Fruit, $44

📍 Oversized Indianapolis neighborhood map from Sunday Afternoon Housewife, $40

📚 Skip Amazon this year and get that bestseller from your favorite local bookstore, prices vary

• If you really like them, splurge for the hardcover. So luxurious.

$50+

🎨 Yearlong membership to Newfields, starting at $55

👜 The cutest little leather crossbody bag from Howl and Hide, $189

🍫 A 3-foot-tall, 65-pound solid chocolate Santa from the South Bend Chocolate Company, $499

🥃 A "blend-your-own" bourbon course at West Fork Whiskey, $130

🧥 A varsity-style jacket from Nate Redd Clothing at the Stutz Building, $250

🫗 Set of four Indianapolis cultural district glasses from Silver in the City, $75

🫖 A handmade ceramic teapot from Graves Co. Pottery, $125

🔥 Give the gift of a new skill with a hot glass class at the Indy Art Center, $731 for seven sessions or $1,044 for 15 sessions

🏀 Sports fan in the fam? Give them an authentic jersey from their favorite team, like these City Edition versions from the Pacers, starting at $130

📿 Customize this locally made necklace of rainbow gemstones from Salame Jewelry to match your person perfectly, $99