Holiday Gift Guide 2022

MB makes local holiday shopping easier with dozens of unique ideas for everyone on your list.

light up glass tree
Vintage-Look Light-up Glass Christmas Tree • $30, Wildflowers. Photos by Elizabeth Gelineau

Little Tykes

Toys and trinkets to make the unending wait for Santa worth the while.

kids gifts


Mini Chari Bag • $43, Chapel Farm Collection
Cheeky Boy Elf Rattle by Alirose • $29, Chapel Farm Collection
Hand Felted Elephant • $34-$46, Chapel Farm collection
Puzzle Building Game by Buildzi •$30, Fantasy Island Toys
Good Night Monster Set • $37, Fantasy Island Toys
Boats on the Bay by Jeanne Walker Harvey • $18, Mobile Bay Magazine Shop
The sweetest mode of transportation! Wicker Pram by Vilac • $149, The Holiday
Backpack Games • $18, Fantasy Island Toys
Calico Cradle Classic String Game by Way back toys • $5, Fantasy Island Toys
Shrimp Boil Set • $30, Mobile Bay Magazine Shop
Just Rocks in a Box • $31, The Garage Studio
Custom Holiday Jubilee Polo, Exclusive to Mobile Bay • $40, Mobile Bay Magazine Shop
Riverside Rambler Fox by Jellycat • $28, Ivy Cottage
Foam Hammer by Liontouch • $11, Fantasy Island Toys
Naturalist by Edward O. Wilson, Graphic Adaptation by Jim Ottaviani and C.M. Butzer • $18, Mobile Bay Magazine Shop
Wooden Railway Train Advent Calendar by Janod • $65, Wildflowers


Teen Dream

Excite those hard-to-shop-for teens with these fun finds (and get some for yourself)

teen gifts

Yeehaw Star Beaded Bag by Moyna • $45, The Mix 
Asymmetric Phone Pocket Sticker by Ili New York • $12, The Garage Studio
La Croix Earrings by Lilliput • $12, Mobile Bay Magazine Shop
Pink Velvet Santa • $33 the Garage Studio
Trinket Tray by Two’s Company • $11, The Garage Studio 
Nutria Rodeo Hat • $22, Urban Emporium
Satin Pillowcase by Kitsch • $22, The Garage Studio
Graphic Image Ballparks Past and Present Leather Book • $115, The Holiday
Pink Leah Travel Cosmetics Bag • $71, Wildflowers
Extratuf Women’s Ankle Deck Boot • $115, Mccoy Outdoor Company
Murder Mystery on the Dance Floor Game by Talking Tables • $54, The Garage Studio
Hand-Cast Pewter 1.5” Lapel Pins and Magnets • $18, Mobile Bay Magazine Shop
Plantation Series Zephyr Boots by Russell Moccasin • $499, Mccoy Outdoor Company
Craft Jerky by Righteous Felon • $6 each, Provision

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Friends & Hosts

Books, food and accessories to show you care

dried orange slices
Dried Fruit Slices by Pink House Alchemy • $21 each, Provision
host gifts

Grinch Hoodie Blanket • $41, Wildflowers
Wood Duck Greeting Card • $5.50 each, Mobile Bay Magazine Shop
Everyday & Entertaining Hand Towel in Oysters & Hot Sauce by Coast & Cotton • $22, The Holiday
Lavender Fish Sachets by Lime Tree Designs • $31, The Garage Studio
Doyennes of the Bay Candles • $38, Mobile Bay Magazine Shop
Safety Matches in Printed Tube • $4 each, Wildflowers
Jam, Chutney and Confit by Three Little Figs • $14 – $16 each, Provision
Ceramic Fruit by Juli Day • $35 each, Ashland Gallery


Local Ladies

Elegant gifts perfect for your Gulf Coast gal

ladies gifts

Georgette Headband  • $57, Chapel Farm Collection
Audrey Pearl Headband  • $58, Chapel Farm Collection
Shop Bay-inspired scents from a local small business. Signature Candle • $29, Citrus & Cane
French Communion Medal by Andrea Barnett • $226, The Visitation Shop
Lily Purse in Mint by Melie Bianco • $89, Chapel Farm Collection
City Girl Jewel Bangles by Smith & Co. Jewel Design • $28 each, The Holiday
Mistry Tree Candleholders • $51 each, Provision
Candles by Lafco New York • $46-$70 each, Ivy Cottage Retreat
Golden Round Tiered Pearl Earrings • $72, Chapel Farm Collection
This Is Why We Can’t Have Nice Things Needlepoint Pillow • $110, The Garage Studio
Scarf by Pomegranate Moon • $53, The Garage Studio
Gulf of Mexico Melamine Platter • $32, Mobile Bay Magazine Shop


Bay Boys

Gifts to make his Christmas bright Whether he’s on the go or on the water

boys gifts

Handmade Gulf Coast Quilt • $340, Mobile Bay Magazine Shop
Wild Cherry Spoons by Johnathan • $30 each, Ashland Gallery
Single Barrel Bottle Tote by Kingfisher Leather Works • $165, Chapel Farm Collection
Set of 3 Cocktail Concentrates by Portland Syrups • $21, The Garage Studio
Polo Belt by Pampeano • $80, Mccoy Outdoor Company
Fish Coasters by Hampton Haigen Home • $13, The Garage Studio
Fish Bottle Opener • $13, The Garage Studio
First World Problems Candle • $25, Ashland Gallery
Crab Cutter by Toadfish • $38, Mccoy Outdoor Company
River Guide Shirt by Orvis • $98, Mccoy Outdoor Company
Abrams Oyster: A Gastronomic History • $35, The Holiday
The General’s Shock & Awe Hot Sauce • $14, The Garage Studio
Canvas Carryall by Thomas Beckbe • $225, Mccoy Outdoor Company


IT’S AN EXPERIENCE

Research shows experiences make us happier than things, and none of us need more stuff in our lives. This year, give those special people on your Christmas list something they will really remember. Here are a few of our favorites.

Mobile Bay Magazine Gift Subscription
Give the gift of Mobile Bay Magazine all year long. Get a one-year gift subscription for $15 and each additional gift subscription for just $10.

Eat Your Way Around Town
Discover the food scenes in Mobile and Baldwin counties through immersive tours from Bienville Bites Food Tour. Tours start at $20, and are offered for a variety of age groups, with some open to the entire family and others open to those 21 and up.

Sweet Music 
Gift tickets for the Mobile Symphony concerts can be purchased at a range of prices and redeemed for any upcoming concert. The Symphony will wrap and mail
your tickets to your loved one
on your behalf — so simple!
432-2010 • mobilesymphony.org

Dinner Cruise
Whether it’s a murder mystery or live music, enjoy an elegant themed dinner while cruising the Mobile waterfront. Perdido Queen dinner cruise gift certificates are now available for purchase from $33 to $74. Cruises last two and a half hours, and all ages are welcome!
948-6611 • perdidoqueen.com

Go Paddling
For the adventurous spirit on your list, WildNative Tours offers eco and adventure tours across coastal Alabama and the delta. Boat rentals are available for $40, and tour
prices vary. Children and adults
are all encouraged to join the tours and experience the beautiful Alabama nature.
272-4088 • wildnativetours.com

Get Creative
Teens with an artsy side will enjoy weekly classes with other teenagers at the Mobile Museum of Art. Classes are held one night a week for four weeks, with each month focusing
on a different medium. Classes range from $75 – $90 a month and are open to teens ages 12 and up.
208-5200 • mobilemuseumofart.com 


Resources

Ashland Gallery • 2321 Old Shell Road. 479-3548.
Chapel Farm Collection • 19130 Scenic Highway 98, Fairhope. 929-1630.
Citrus & Cane • citruscane.com, 272-9819.
Fantasy Island Toys • 335 fairhope ave., fairhope. 928-1720.
The Garage Studio • 17070 Scenic Highway 98, Point Clear. 928-3474.
The Holiday • 4513 Old Shell Road. 342-4911.
Ivy Cottage • 9 Du Rhu Drive, Suite 360. 345-1731.
Ivy Cottage Retreat • 9 Du Rhu Drive, Suite 368. 345-1731.
McCoy Outdoor Company • 3498 Springhill ave. 473-1080.
The Mix • 9 Du Rhu Drive, Suite 345. 298-9137.
Mobile Bay Magazine Shopmobilebayshop.com. 473-6269.
Provision • 100 N Section St., Fairhope. 850-5004.
Sway • 324 Fairhope Ave., Fairhope. 990-2282.
Urban Emporium • 260 Dauphin St. 441-8044.
The Visitation Shop • 2300 Springhill Ave. 471-4106.
Wildflowers • 50 S. Church st., Fairhope. 928-6200.


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