Indianapolis gift guide: 35+ ideas for everyone on your list
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The biggest shopping day of the year is almost upon us.
Why it matters: Christmas is just four weeks away, and holiday shopping gets in full swing this weekend.
Driving the news: Axios Indianapolis is here to help you find something your loved ones will actually want.
- 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
💐 Build your own bouquet at Fiore, the newest flower and gift shop in Fountain Square, starting at $3/stem
🥣 Granola from Amelia's bakery, $10
🧦 I ❤️ Ranch Dressing socks from Stomping Ground for your most Midwestern friend, $15
🚘 A car diffuser from McCordsville-based Sage and Bloom Co., $10
⛹🏻♀️ A Caitlin Clark fact book for the Fever star's biggest little fans, available at Goodies and Giggles, $7
👕 What's better than a new flannel? A broken-in flannel from Vintage Kulture, starting at $20
💛 Pretty little locket earrings from Lapis Lily Market in the Stutz, $12
- Pro tip: This trinket shop is the place to go if you're shopping for someone who already has everything. You're sure to find something unique.
☀️ Solar-powered coffee from local roaster SunBean in a special holiday tin, $23
🧔🏻♂️ Locally made beard oil to keep his scruff soft from Soulcraft, $22
$25-50
🇦🇽 The city of Indianapolis flag from Flags for Good, $25
🍿 A collection of flavored popcorns from Just Pop In, $30
👂 A pair of dainty hoop earrings with a twist from Indy-made Sloane Jewelry Design, $44
🧴 Golden Hour multiuse oil for hair, face and body from Salt & Ash Soap Co., $30
🏈 An Indiana Jones-themed T-shirt celebrating Colts quarterback Daniel "Danny Dimes" Jones from The Shop, $32
📚 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.
🌶️ A hot sauce trio that supports animal rescues from Indianapolis-based Pup & The Pepper, $35
🖍️ A travel easel from Griffy's Art Supply to keep little hands and minds busy on the go, $44
🪴 A plant that feeds itself (kinda). Grounded Plant and Floral Co. has carnivorous pitcher plants, $49
🕯️ The best-smelling candles (hand-poured in Indy!) in scents like "Frost Yourself" and "Cuddle Weather" from Primrose Candle Co., $25+
- Smell them at stores around town, including Silver in the City and Foundry317
$50+
🦈 Yearlong membership to the Indianapolis Zoo (it covers admission and parking!), starting at $185
🧥 Tell someone you love them with the softest heart-printed coat from Feelin' Fine boutique, $275
🚲 For the cyclist in your life, an Indianapolis biking jersey from Bike Garage Indy, starting at $80
🪵 Abstract wood art from Tuggle's Gifts and Goods, starting at $100
🧶 A bright and cozy blanket made in Ecuador and sold at Global Gifts, $89
👖 A statement-making jean jacket from WDRFA, $130
🏀 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
👜 An elegant leather hobo bag in their favorite color from Howl and Hide, $229