GIFT GUIDE
THE PERFECT LOCAL GIFTS FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST!
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InvitationBookshop:ALiteraryHaven inGigHarbor
Foundedin2020byJasonandAllyson Howard,InvitationBookshopismore thanabookstore—it’sacelebrationof community,literacy,andconnection.This family-owned,woman-runshopoffersa carefullycuratedselectionofnewbooks forallagesandgenres,alongsidepuzzles, stationery,andotherliterary-inspired goods.
Thestore'sname,inspiredbyShel Silverstein'spoem"Invitation",reflectsits mission:tobeawelcomingspacewhere everyonefeelsathome.Whetheryou're curlingupinacozycornertodiscover yournextfavoritestoryorsharingbook recommendationswithneighbors, InvitationBookshopisahubforreaders andideasalike.
Stopbyandexperiencethecharmand inclusivitythatmakeInvitation Bookshopabelovedcornerstoneofthe localliteraryscene.
5125 Olympic Drive
Allyson Howard
BOOKS - STAFF PICKS
Allyson’s Picks
Michaela’s Picks
Heidi’s Picks
Syndey’s Picks
Josie’s Picks
FortheLoveofSpice:AFlavorfulGem inDowntownGigHarbor,ownedby WindyPayne,beganasapassionfor cookingandsharinggoodfood.
StartingatthelocalFarmer’sMarketwith herhandcraftedseasoningblends,Windy quicklybuiltaloyalfollowingthatledto theopeningofherdowntownshop.
Now,FortheLoveofSpiceisaculinary treasuretrove,offeringcustomdesignedherbandspiceblends,gourmet oilsandvinegars,specialtysalts,andan impressiveselectionofteas.
Recently,Windyexpandedherofferings withawinebar,whereyoucansipaglass ofwineandenjoyabitewhileyoushop.
Whetheryou'reanaspiringcheforjust lookingtoaddsome“Wow!”toyour meals,thiswarmandwelcomingshophas needtomakecooking n.Stopbyandsavorthe
3122 Harborview Drive Windy Payne
Oils, Vinegars & Teas! BOOKS
FORFOODIES
Warm up inside at the Enoteca wine bar. Stop in for a glass of wine and some food to keep your energy up for all that holiday shopping!
U R A T E
Gift-givingjustgoteasierANDmore meaningfulwiththegrandopeningof CURATEDGigHarbor,aboutique designedtomakeeverygiftspecial.
LocatedindowntownGigHarbor, CURATEDoffersastress-free, personalizedshoppingexperience featuringhandpickedtreasuresfrom smallbusinessesandcharitablepartners.
FoundedbyTiffanyBrooks,aluxuryretail expertwithapassionforthoughtful gifting,CURATEDishasanarrayof optionsfromartisanaltreatstobespoke keepsakes,everyiteminthestoreis carefullyselectedtoevokejoyand connection.
CURATED Gig Harbor
“Where every gift tells a story ”
"Noteveryonelovesshoppingforgifts," Tiffanyshares."MyvisionforCURATED istotaketheanxietyoutofgift-giving andhelppeoplefindsomethingtruly meaningful."
Whetheryou’researchingfortheperfect presentforalovedone,acolleague,or evenahostess,CURATEDisyournew go-toforunique,heartfeltgifts.Stopby thisholidayseasonanddiscoverhow CURATEDmakesgiftingsimple, purposeful,andjoyful.
7807 Pioneer Way
Tiffany Brooks
CURATED GIFTS
K I D S & K I D @ H E A R T
LostStar,afamily-ownedgamingshop foundedbysiblingsAndrewandCharlie Youngchild,isdedicatedtoenrichingthe GigHarbor&KeyPeninsulacommunities. Bornandraisedlocally,theCharlie& AndrewcreatedLostStartobridge socialgapsandconnectnewand seasonedgamersalike.
Withafocusonfosteringawelcoming andinclusivegamingcommunity,Lost Staroffersavibrantspaceforfriends, families,andgamersofallbackgrounds.
Unplug & Reboot with games for any age
“We’rethrilledtobringthislong-missing puzzlepiecetotheHarbor,”emphasizing theirmissiontomakeeveryexperiencein their"dungeon"anadventureto remember.
Stopbyandjointheenergythathas transformedLostStarintoalocalhaven forgamers.
3106
Harborview Dr
Charlie, “Chewie” & Andrew Youngchild
GIFTSFORKIDS
MODEL PAINTS
POKEMON
A C I F I C N O R T H W E S T S T Y L E
Discoverthebestofbothworldsonthe Waterfrontwithtwouniqueshopping experiencesthatmakeholidaygiftinga breeze.
TickledPink
Foraplayful&stylishtwistonholiday shopping...createacustomhatattheir HatBar,explorecolorfulcashmere ponchos,sassygifts,andtheirexclusive lineofgraphictees&hoodies.
DirectionApparel&
TheCompassRoom
Locallymadehoodies,tees,andhats embodytheHarbor’scharm.Pairthem withabottlefromTheCompassRoom, theirSpeakeasy-stylewineshop featuringWashingtonStatewines,beers, &ciders.Freetastingsmakeiteasyto findtheperfectgrab-and-gogift.
Ifyou’vepoppedinatimeortwoyou mayhavebumpedintoKarriePolinsky, the“jack-of-all-trades”whorunsthese funstores.She’saself-proclaimed “small-towngirl”whokeepsthewheels turning.Herandherteamareexcitedto welcomeyouthisholidayseason.With11 yearsontheWaterfront,thesestoresare atestamenttocommunityloveandlocal pride.
3026 & 3102 Harborview Drive
Karrie Polinsky
LOCAL SWAG
T - s h i r t s , H o o d i e s & H a t s
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CREATE IT
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Personalize your own hat at the hat bar at Tickled Pink!
Pick a Hat, Grab some patches and it’s made right in the store while you wait!
Several colors & styles to choose from.
MeetAidennMullen,thenewownerof One:11MensClothing,astore thoughtfullycuratedforthePacific Northwestman.
Afterasuccessfulcareerasamenswear designerforEastCoastbrands,Aidenn discoveredOne:11andfellinlovewithits uniquestyle.Now,asasmallbusiness ownerinGigHarbor,she’sbringingher passionformenswearandsharpeyefor designtothelocalcommunity.
One:11offersacarefullyselectedmixof brands,includingYoColorado!,Bridge andBurn(Portland,OR),Pendleton,and TheLandmarkProject,whichsupports NationalParks.
Whetheryou'reshoppingforcozy loungewear,warmouterwear,raingear, oraccessorieslikewalletsandclimbing ropebelts,you’llfindsomethingperfect foreveryPNWguy.
Thisholidayseason,besuretocheckout newarrivalslikecashmeresweaters, gloves,andbeanies,makingittheideal destinationforgiftsthatcombine comfort,style,andfunction.
Aidennisexcitedtoshareherloveof menswearwithGigHarborandbeyond stopbyanddiscoveryournewfavorite piecetoday!
3104 Harborview Dr
Aidenn Mullen
ONE:11CLOTHING
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H A N D C R A F T E D
LOCAL WHIMSY
CelebrateCreativityandCommunityat LocalWhimsy!
LocatedonHarborviewDrive,Local Whimsyisavibranthubofcreativity, community,andcraftsmanship.Founded byCaasiDickens&SalenaAusburn.,this uniquestorefostersaplaceto “Gather, Create,&Shop.”
LocalWhimsyfeatureshandcrafted goodsfromovertwodozensmall businesses,offeringacuratedselection ofhousewares,jewelry,giftsformoms andkids,DIYcraftkits,andseasonal decor.
Lookingforameaningfulgift?Explore theirbeautifullydesignedgiftbasketsor personalizeyourpurchasewiththeir engravingservices.
Thestorealsofosterscreativitywith craftingworkshopsandfreeevents throughouttheyear,perfectforcreating specialholidaymomentswithlovedones. Whetheryou'reshoppingforunique, locallymadetreasuresorlookingto unleashyourinnermaker,LocalWhimsy haseverythingyouneedtomakethis seasontrulyspecial.
3306
Harborview Drive
Caasi Dickens & Salena Ausburn
@emilylexstudio watercolor workbooks
Ocean resin pieces and engravables by
Caasi Lee Designs
Bower & Bare candles, wax melts and diffusers
Check out the kids corner when you stop in!
Wild Whimsy Plant Co.
Toys and Puzzles to keep them busy.
Holiday Swag for you and your pooch!
Chewies make a great stocking stuffer!
Have a little extra to give this season?
Lucky Dog is proud to support PACK (People for Animal Care and Kindness), a local organization dedicated to helping animals in need. This holiday season, they've set up a Giving Tree in-store, offering you the chance to make a difference while shopping for your own furry friend As you pick out the perfect gift for your pooch, consider spreading a little extra love Your generosity can brighten the holidays for a local animal in need!
Learn more about this organization here: https://www.packgives.org/
GIVING TREE FOR DOGS IN NEED
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STOCKING STUFFERS
Just when you think you are done with your holiday shopping, you realize that you still need to grab a few stocking stuffers...we’ve got you covered!
Pick and color and any style of collars and leashes for your pooch at Lucky Dog!
Giggle Swag at Tinkled Pink & Direction Apparel - like hot pads and socks
Candles, Books & Mugs at Invitation Bookshop
STOCKING STUFFERS
F o r t h e L o v e o f S p i c e
EXPERIENCE GIFTS
Sometimes the best gifts are experiences. Here are a few to consider giving as a gift in our area
THROW MUD
Take a pottery class from Sheila Peacock at Peacock Paisley Art Studio https://www peacockpaisleyar tstudio com/
TAKE FLIGHT
Charter a flight with PerryCook Flight Services out of Narrows Airport https://www perrycook com/
BOAT CRUISE
create a memorable sailing adventure with Cruise Hobbes https://www cruisehobbes com/
HOOK ‘EM
Learn how to fish from the professionals at Gig Harbor Fly Shop. https://gigharborflyshop.com/
GIVE LOCAL LOVE
For that person that has it “all”, sometimes it’s a nice gesture to donate to a cause that they would like to support, in their name! Here are a few local organizations that you could consider!
Communities in Schools – Supports children and families in the Peninsula and South Kitsap School Districts peninsula ciswa org
Coffee Oasis – Offers youth mentorship, job training, shelter, and crisis intervention. https://thecoffeeoasis com
Fish Food Bank – Provides food and assistance to families in Gig Harbor, Fox Island, and Key Peninsula. https://www.ghpfish.org
Food Backpacks for Kids – Provides food to children and families in need https://www.fb4k.org
Harbor Hope Foundation– Works to break the cycle of homelessness for youth https://harborhopecenter org/
Harbor Hope Cat Rescue – Rescues, rehabilitates, and rehomes abandoned and special-needs cats. https://www facebook com/share/g/14myu1 Cuqs/
Homestead Community – Provides housing resources for children and youth in foster care. https://homesteadcommunity.org/
Gig Harbor Wildlife Rescue – Offers trained canine teams to help locate missing persons https://www gigharborwildlife org/
Kiwanis of Gig Harbor – Improves the lives of children and families through service projects https://gigharborkiwanis org/
Mustard Seed Project – Provides support for seniors living on the Key Peninsula. https://themustardseedproject.org/
Pony Up Rescue – Rescues equines and farm animals in need https://www ponyuprescue org/
Permission to Start Dreaming Foundation – Supports veterans, first responders, and their families https://ptsdfoundation org/
Rabbit Haven – Provides shelter and care for domestic rabbits. https://www.rabbithaven.org/
Rotary of Gig Harbor – Champions community projects for local individuals and groups https://www gigharborrotary org/
THANKYOU
When you shop local this holiday season, you're doing more than finding the perfect gift you ’ re supporting a neighbor, a small business owner, and a member of your community Every purchase helps a local family pay for their child’s education, keep food on the table, or invest back into the town we all call home
It’s a chance to connect, create shared success, and make a meaningful impact Whether you ’ re browsing a boutique, a bookstore, or a café, your choice to shop local brings a personal touch to gift-giving while strengthening the community around you
