Holiday Heartwarmers

Shop local with these touching gift ideas from Dublin-area businesses

Decorations by Design

Personalized ornaments from Baker’s Village Garden Center give any holiday tree a unique touch, and with more than 3,000 options, you’ll be sure to find a perfect match. Choose from the variety of careers, hobbies, sports, babies, kids’ activities, marriage and family ornaments available for under $20. Personalization is free. www.bakersvillagegardencenter.com

Holiday Escape

Treat a frazzled friend or family member to Woodhouse Day Spa’s signature escape, a full-body massage with five specialized treatments. The bamboo body scrub detoxifies the skin and is followed by a relaxing hot stone massage, then a neck, shoulder and scalp massage with wild lime. The experience closes with reflexology performed on the feet. The 110-minute treatment is $200. www.woodhousecolumbus.com

Snowy Sparkle

These dazzling holiday-themed Swarovski Crystal earring kits from 1 Stop Bead Shop are sure to impress friends, family, teachers and co-workers. Choose from trees, angels or snowmen earrings priced from $8-$12. www.1stopbeadshop.com

Stylish Spirit

Show off school spirit with a chic watch. Stainless steel Kameleon watches from Simply Rr’s feature interchangeable charms, such as the Ohio State University ones seen here. Choose from black or silver metal. Prices range from $249-$329.

www.simplyrrs.com

Suave Salon

The holidays are stressful for men, too. Reward the man in your life with services from Modern Male. Choose from several salon packages ranging from $75-$220 or design your own package; choose three or more services and receive 10 percent off the services’ prices.

www.modernmalespas.com

Oh, So Charming

New Alex and Ani charm bracelets sold at Audacious Boutique bring personalized flair to holiday gifting. The bracelets are eco-friendly and adjustable and are available with a variety of charms, including, sports teams, birthstones, sororities, quotes and more. Single charm bracelets range from $24-$32. www.audaciousboutique.com

Cruisin’

Send your loved one on a vacation of a lifetime with a travel gift certificate from Cruise One. Featured destinations include the Caribbean, Mexico, Hawaii, Europe and Alaska. Gift certificates are available in any denomination. www.dublincruisestore.com

A Perfect Fit

Give a healthy boost to start the New Year with a one-month unlimited automated personal training certificate from koko FitClub for $79.99. Each machine at Koko is programmed to patrons’ individualized training programs. www.dublinoh.kokofitclub.com.

Pet Placemats

A pet’s “kitchen table” can be more than just a dish on the floor with one of these custom dog and cat bowl mats from k.A. Menendian Rug Gallery. Cat rugs are $45; dog rugs are $45 or $75, depending on size. www.karugs.com

Pampered Pals

Give the relaxing gift of an all-inclusive package from Jacobsen’s Skin and Body Care

No Matter What You Put Your Rug Through W e Can Clean It.

Since 1910, we’ve helped generations of Central Ohioans clean and maintain their valued rugs. To say we’ve seen it all would be an understatement.

Cuddly Creatures

Keep the babies in your life cute and cozy this winter with customized baby hats from Blankets and Booties. Choose from an assortment of hat designs, such as owl, teddy bear, flower and cupcake, and an array of colors. Prices range from $15-$18. www.blanketsandbooties.com

The Pamper Me package includes a spa pedicure, a 60-minute massage and a European facial. This 3.5-hour package retails for $210 but is on sale for a limited time for $175. www.jacobsensdublin.com

Holiday Heartwarmers

Warmth o’ the Irish

Bundle up with Mucros Weaver scarves from Ha’Penny Bridge imports. Each unique scarf is handmade in Ireland. Prices start at $65. www.hapennybridgeimports.com

A Dickens of a Gift

Roush Hardware sells much more than just hardware – a look at its gift area proves that. These Department 56 collectibles, ranging from $50-$200, are enjoying enormous popularity as holiday decorations. www. roushhardware.doitbest.com

Tasty Treats

Smooth Moves

With one month of fitness classes or one month of ballroom dancing for $50 from Just Dance Ohio, the dancers in your life can shake what you gave them. Classes include Booty Barre, Zumba and Cardio Hip Hop. www.justdanceohio.com

Gingerbread houses from Our Cupcakery make delightful hostess gifts and will serve as delicious centerpieces for holiday meals. The creative confections start at $89 for a standard build. Contact the store for custom creations. www.ourcupcakery.com

Cold Feet

A gift card from The Chiller makes a great stocking stuffer. Chiller gift cards are available in any amount, never expire and can be used on public skates, as well as skating and hockey classes. www.thechiller.com

Z Bearla’s Fun & Unique Gifts

Unusual gifts, funky jewelry, quarky kitchen gadgets, OSU stuff & a bit of Irish Beads from $6.99

(Fits most interchangeable bracelets)

Push Pops

Super Bowls

Decorative scented wax bowls from Z Bearla’s in Historic Dublin scent up to 1,200 square feet and last forever, with no burning involved. Bowls range from $23.95-$25.95. 614-760-7066

More Than Skin Deep

Treat yourself, family and friends to a relaxing and healthy holiday season. Introduction to Acupuncture with Patricia A. Stafford, MD at Wellness ReSolutions starts at $95 for a 60 minute session. www.wellness-resolutions.com/gift

Fore the Golfer

Get your swing on with a Full Golf Membership at The Country Club at Muirfield Village for the price of a Social Membership until April 30. Membership includes complete access to the golf course, food by Certified Master Chef Enzo Sclama, social events, fitness center, and tennis courts for $228 per month. www.tccmv.com

Hometown Pride

Give the gift of green with Dublin, Ohio gear from The 1810 Shop in the City Hall Community Relations office at 5200 Emerald Pkwy. On holiday special this month is a gift package including a scarf, “It’s Greener in Dublin” water bottle and lightweight backpack for $20. Get a free “It’s Golf in Dublin” T-shirt with $20 purchase while supplies last. www.DublinOhioUSA.gov

The Eyes Have It

Designer sunglasses are sure to delight the fashion-conscious person in your life. Emerald Eye Care carries brands including Maui Jim’s, a premium line of polarized sunglasses. www.emeraldeyecare.net

BY SARAH SOLE