Gifts to Treasure Presentation (pun intended) is part of the fun when it comes to holiday gifting — and if you’re looking to shop local for gift wrap, Cresswell Boggs is sure to have everything you need and more. If you prefer to get your gifts professionally wrapped, Paper Dreams offers both gift wrap and wrapping services, as does Cordata Post and Parcel. Looking to add even more pizzazz to your presents? For the cutest holiday cards in town, check out Bison Bookbinding and Letterpress in Downtown Bellingham. In addition to greeting cards, they also have adorable recipe cards for holiday treats like candy cane shortbread and mint hot chocolate. You can also find cute note cards just down the street at Brazen Shop + Studio and The Lucky Dumpster in Bow-Edison.
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Swoon-Worthy Stocking Stuffers If your family’s Christmas stockings could use a custom upgrade, EtchCraft (etsy.com/shop/EtchCraft) is a Bellingham-based crafter who creates personalized embroidered stockings
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For the mixologist: Shrubs are zingy (and non-alcoholic) mix-ins to add extra oomph to any drink, and Girl Meets Dirt’s miniature samplers are the perfect size for stocking stuffers. 208 Enchanted Forest Rd., Ste. A, Eastsound, 360.375.6269, girlmeetsdirt.com
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that will look stunning on any mantle. As for what to stuff your stocking with, the possibilities are truly endless when you shop local — but here are a few of our favorites. •
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For the scientist: You’ve probably seen bioluminescence light up the bay on summer nights, but did you know that you can purchase a decorative orb filled with these phytoplankton to admire all year long? PyroFarms is a phytoplankton farm (yes, those exist!) that sells them to consumers across the United States. pyrofarms.com
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For the self-care queen: Bubbles and Ewe specializes in bath bombs that look as good as they smell, and their creative shapes and designs are sure to please kids and grown-ups alike. Sumas, bubbles-ewe.com
For the baker: If your loved one wants to make the cutest cake in town, get them a cake topper kit from MaryGold Tales. These whimsical, watercolorillustrated decorations will add flair to any celebration. Ferndale, marygoldtales.com
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For the comedian: Cresswell Boggs has a vast selection of humorous gifts, whether that be cheeky card games, irreverent magnets, or even novelty shot glasses. 1300 Railroad
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For the nerd: Looking for games or collectible trading cards? Cardhaven Games has one of the best selections in Bellingham. 1111 McKenzie