Gi Guide
ake a deep breath and a shot of eggnog — the season of giving is just ahead, which means the season of shopping is upon us. No need for it to be a slog that obscures the genuine pleasure of picking out something that will bring a smile to someone who makes you smile.
Step away from the keyboard and prepare to peruse our county’s array of shops and businesses, where you’ll also get a smile from the owners of those establishments. But first, take a gander at the riches spread before you in this year’s Gift Guide. Inside, you’ll see locally made jewelry, handblown glass and ceramics, gloves and coats to keep someone warm, and charming books and stuffed animals to keep children entertained. There are favors from Flavortown, carved wood treasures, buttery leather goods and other little luxuries to spoil each other with.
And all these indulgences — made or sold in our community — keep our beloved Humboldt businesses and creators, well, in business. Speaking of which, proceeds from the all-ages NCJ Coloring Book go to contributing local artists, so keep that in your pocket for a colorful present. It's available at ncjshop.com.
And while you’re at it, throw a bone to the folks hunting for a present for you and circle a couple of things for yourself.
Enjoy the season, Humboldt.
Pull-out Section
2022 Special
2 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com 3 4 6 7 picky picky picky Pendleton blankets and spa towels 7. trinidad art gallery “Grandmother in Her Garden,” photography by Alan Liles 3. by nieves :: handmade natural body care Super deluxe box, $130 4 . eureka books Con Pollo: A Bilingual Playtime Adventure by Jimmy Fallon and Jennifer Lopez, $18.99; Con Pollo plush, $17 5. spa at personal choice Halsa Golden CBD turmeric bath salts for aching muscles, $28.50 6. humboldt’s hometown store Sew Lemony Bigfoot stuffie, $18 2. abraxas shoes & leather Sorel Lolla bootie, $150
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 3 9 13 8. just my type letterpress Duka Designs knit mushroom ornaments, $25 9. miller farms nursery DIY bird house, $9.99 10. holly yashi Soiree Sparkle earrings, $160 11. spa at personal choice Ultrasonic spatula and face mask to exfoliate, lift and tone, $65 12. eureka natural foods Khadi Shatavari Everyoung Ayurvedic Elixir 13. abraxas shoes & leather Birkenstock Mayari, $99.75 14. humboldt herbals Dethlefsen & Balk “Alan” teapot; Tulsi Rose wildcrafted tea blend
4 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com 1. abraxas shoes & leather Dansko Sassy, $140 2. arcata artisans “Untitled” mixed media sculpture by Keith Schneider (24”high, 9” deep, 5” wide), $350 3. eureka natural foods Black 8-cup Chambord French press 5 . sarah marie Iliana Jones, a fantasy-romance series by local author Sarah Marie, available on Amazon 4 . picky picky picky Benchmade Bugout knives 6. pure water spa Sundance Spa Montclair four-person spa with free upgraded smartop 7. spa at personal choice Neroli Citrus Sugar Scrub, $35; Neroli Luxe Body Butter, $30 2 6
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 5 8 9 10 11 12 13 15 14 8. abraxas shoes & leather Bedstu Venice Beach bag, $220 9. belle starr Effie’s Heart vintage-style dresses, coats and skirts, sizes XS-2X, $73-$169 10. trinidad art gallery “Koi Beneath Bamboo,” linocut by Patricia Sundgren Smith 11. north coast co-op Plantlife Lava Gem aromatherapy bracelet, $15.99 12. vern’s furniture GE Stainless Steel French door refrigerator, other colors and sizes available 13. living styles fine furniture Stressless Mike Pal chair 14. annie’s shoes Becka pull up boots in black or brown, $180 15. just my type letterpress Boxed letterpress printed stationery sets by Just My Type Letterpress, $28
6 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com 2 3 5 6 7 1. eureka natural foods CBD Botanically Infused Bath Fizz 7. plaza shoe shop Latico leather purse and wallet 2. eureka natural foods Gemstone bead bracelets 3. humboldt’s hometown store Jessica Swan Ceramics slug mug, $60 4 . mad river gardens Assortment of houseplants of all sizes, prices vary 5. arcata artisans Chrysocolla and silver necklace by Kris Patzlaff, $225 6. abraxas shoes & leather Blundstone boots, $219.95
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 7 9 10 11 12 8. humboldt’s hometown store David Pritchard horseshoe Christmas tree, $60 9. many hands gallery Mushroom décor by Poured In Humboldt and mushroom art and ornaments by various makers, from $17 10. trinidad art gallery “Silence is the Deepest Song,” paintings by Mara Friedman 11. miller farms nursery Paint your own bug abode, $17.99 12. arcata parks & recreation dept. Gift certificates, $10, $25 and $100. Good for any Arcata Recreation activities 13. trinidad art gallery See Green 8-inch woodland folk sculpture by Eleanor Seeley 13 8
8 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com 1 7 1. abraxas shoes & leather Dansko Tiff ani, $140 7. pure water spa Hot Springs Jetsetter LX two- to three-person spa with free salt water system 2. arcata artisans Single-drawer, fourwood treasure box by Kurt Hellmich, $90 3. vern’s furniture Ashley Breville sofa, available as a sofa sleeper, loveseat, recliner, and other styles and colors 4 . spa at personal choice Red light/blue light torch pen to spot treat aching muscles, cold sores and acne, $150 5. miller farms nursery Animal Mix Up! wooden puzzle, $16.99 6. abraxas jewelers Diamond studded 14k yellow gold 20mm oval hoops 6 5
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 9 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 8. holly yashi Holly Yashi signature jewelry case, $50 9. himalayan rug traders Tibetan hand-knotted wool rugs 10. north coast co-op Beeswax candles by Rosewood Natural Candles (leaf candles float in water), $18.99-$27.99 11. arcata artisans Handwoven cotton and bamboo scarf by Carolyn Jones (7-by-74 inches), $160 12. plaza shoe shop Olukai suede leather and shearling slippers 13. vern’s furniture Ashley queen sleigh bed with storage, other sizes and styles available 14. picky picky picky Carhartt fleece pullovers
10 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com 1. annie’s shoes Hoka Bondi 8, $165 7. miller farms nursery Ocean Bear by Whitney L. Anderson, $18 2. arcata artisans Stained glass Anemone Box by Amy Ellis Taylor, $76 3. humboldt artisans craft & music festival Thimbleberry Threads Humboldt market bag, $35 4 . eureka natural foods Andes knit hat and gloves 5. belle starr Desigual ponchos, coats and accessories designed in Barcelona, Spain, $65-$275 6. just my type letterpress Just My Type Letterpress recycled fiber, waffle-knit beanie, $22 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 11 8. eureka natural foods Plush socks with tree graphic 9. holly yashi Sonoma Lavender poodle, $34 10. zumbido gifts Travel wallets handmade from recycled leather and hides, $48 each 11. holly yashi Monte Carlo earrings, $74 12. abraxas shoes & leather Hey Dude Wally, $59.95 picky picky picky Dovetail Freshley overalls pure water spa Fantasy Spa Drift fourperson plug n’ play spa 13. 14. 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
12 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com 2. trinidad art gallery Cribbage board, woodwork by Kurt Hellmich 1. picky picky picky Kuhl Kanvas jeans 3. north coast co-op Plantlife Earth Soap combo, three different sets, $23.99 6. north coast co-op Norpro nostick adjustable roasting rack, $9.99; deluxe stainless steel baster, three piece set, $12.49 4 . pure water spa Sundance Spa Cameo six-person spa with free stereo and upgraded cover 5. wine cellar Wine and chocolate gift set, $44.99 7. abraxas shoes & leather Birkenstock Arizona, $145 7 6 5 3 4 2
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 13 9. humboldt’s hometown store Guy
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10. spa at personal choice Ultimate spa package
11. north coast co-op Fairtrade baskets,
12. miller farms nursery Bigfoot plushie,
13. miller farms nursery Huckleberry nature kaleidoscope,
Humboldt water bottle, $22 8. belle starr Bombachas
14. humboldt’s hometown store Ghee Well flavored
$8 14 13 12 11 8 9 10
Fieri socks, $20;
on Fire cookbook, $19.99; 8-inch chef knife, $95.99
day at The Spa, $390
$22.99-$38.99
$12.99
$9.99;
panties, one-of-a-kind, handmade locally, sizes S/M and M/L, $16
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14 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. miller farms nursery Mini Building Blocks sets, $11.99 7. many hands gallery Liscom Hill Pottery, assorted styles and glazes locally made by Mark Cortright, from $12 8. picky picky picky Carhartt flannel sherpa lined jacket 2. humboldt artisans craft & music festival Jeff Morales “Rabbit Box,” $135 4. north coast co-op Alpaca socks, made in Peru, $16.99 5 . eureka natural foods Coastal Haze stickers and Salmonberry prints 6. holly yashi 2022 limited-edition Christmas ornament, $295 3. just my type letterpress Victorians vinyl stickers by Just My Type Letterpress, $6 each
9. booklegger Beautiful Cavallini & Co. art calendars, $24.95
10. north coast co-op Large ceramic mug by Better Blue Ceramics made locally at Blue Ox Millworks, $26.99
miller farms nursery DIY 3D wooden puzzles, $19.99
vern’s furniture Spring Air Queen Palmetto Pillowtop mattress and box set, additional sizes and comfort levels
13. american indian art & gift shop Blue Pinenut dentalium necklace made by Ina Wilson, Yurok tribal member; high carbon steel custom knives with elk bone, buff alo horn or cocobolo wood handles by Mookooman Inini, Ojibwa tribal member
14. miller farms nursery 500 and 100 piece puzzles, $18.99 and $21
15. trinidad art gallery “Dogwood Branch,” silkpainting by Amanita Mollier
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 15 9
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16 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com many hands gallery Singing bowls, handmade and fair trade, from $66 7. eureka natural foods Maybe book and pig stuff y s.t.i.l. Custom Moxi Jack Neo package, $828.99; other Moxi outdoor skate packages available from $129.99 holly yashi Piper socks, $22 4 . holly yashi Kalea earrings, $90 5. plaza shoe shop Barrick Design candles made in America 6. annie’s shoes Alegria clogs, $139.95 2. 3.
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 17 12 13 8. belle starr Blue Sky bamboo cotton velvet robe, sizes S-3X, $96 9. booklegger Out of Print book totes, $20.95 10. humboldt’s hometown store Jimmy Callan cards, $5 each 11. trinidad art gallery Bubble Tea ceramics by Loryn White 12. trinidad art gallery Mosaics by Jennifer Pierce 13. belle starr PJ Salvage flannel pajama set, sizes S-XL, $72 14. pure water spa Hot Springs Prodigy four- to fi ve-person spa with free salt water system 9
18 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com 1. pure water spa Sundance Spa Altamar fi ve-person spa with free upgraded Smartop 2. holly yashi Voluspa scented candles, $34 3. humboldt’s hometown store Little White Christmas by J. Lynn Bailey, $16 7 . many hands gallery Locally made jewelry by Christina Anastasia, from $27 LED light pain management belt, $325 eureka natural foods Pranarom diff user; Holiday Spirit diff usion blend 6. picky picky picky Carhartt duck insulated flannel lined jacket 8. picky picky picky Georgia Romero boots personal choice 4 7
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 19 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 9. north coast co-op Scalloped serving bowl by Better Blue Ceramics made locally at Blue Ox Millworks in Eureka, $39.99 10. vern’s furniture Ashley reclining console loveseat, available with power option 11. abraxas shoes & leather Bueno Felix boots, $170 12. humboldt’s hometown store Bad Wolf Designs earrings, $12 13. jewell distillery Jewell spirits, available in stores and at the Distillery. Ships in California. 14. miller farms nursery Bunny and the Woodchuck by Whitney L. Anderson, $18 15. arcata artisans Handblown peanut glasses by George Bucquet, several colors available, $24 each
20 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com 2 3 4 5 6 1. humboldt artisans craft & music festival The Garlic People large garlic braid, $50 6 . abraxas shoes & leather Bedstu Rockaway bag, $365 2. trinidad art gallery Copper sculpture by Sarah Magnuson 3. annie’s shoes Taos Crave boot, $250 4 . living styles fine furniture Stressless Consul chair 5. himalayan rug traders Tibetan hand-knotted wool rugs, a special gift that lasts a lifetime
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 21 8 9 10 11 12 10. north coast co-op Kids and adult fiction books curated by Eureka Books, $16.99-$18.99 9. north coast co-op Now Designs classic apron, $22.99; Norpro nonstick rectangular cake pan, $11.49 8. booklegger Assorted bookish games and calendars, prices vary 11. zumbido gifts Handmade, fair trade pottery from San Juan de Oriente, Nicaragua, $36-$154 12. picky picky picky Bearpaw Drew boots 7. spa at personal choice Nuface Nubody microcurrent body toning unit, $425 7
22 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com 1 2 5 6 7 8 2. humboldt’s hometown store Seaside Weavers reclaimed rope basket, $55 8. humboldt artisans craft & music festival By Nieves Cloud of Cheer, 4oz., $18 1. eureka books The Myth of Normal by Gabor Mate with Daniel Mate; Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver 3. vern’s furniture August Accent chair, assorted styles and colors 4 . annie’s shoes Remonte boots in brown or black, $175 5. rosebud home decor Opinel knives made in the French Alps, No. 12 folding camp cooking knife, serrated blade, No. 8 mushroom knife, No. 10 corkscrew knife, No. 8 stainless, No. 10 billhook knife 7. humboldt herbals Kitras art glass ornaments; 6. trinidad art gallery Wall slugs, ceramics by Diane Sonderegger 4
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 23 9 10 14 15 9. mad river gardens
10. many hands gallery Redwood burl pens,
11. arcata artisans “Pondering,
14. humboldt’s hometown store Guy
sauces,
12.99 15. holly yashi Fairy
12. picky picky picky Kids’ Carhartt jackets 13. eureka natural foods GoodLight tea light candles in unscented and fig grapefruit 11
Hand-painted, high fired Boleslaiec stoneware, made in Poland, prices vary
locally made by Jill McClure, from $32
What Will Survive” reprint of watercolor on wood (8-by-10 inches) by Patricia Sennott, $45
Fieri
$10-
Garden earrings, $95; necklace, $225
24 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com 1 2 3 4 1. the humboldt county collective Moca Premium indoor flower 2. pacific paradise WYLD, buy one, get one for a penny 3. proper wellness Gift certifitcates available 4 . the heart of humboldt Super soft crop top hoodie, $40 5. the humboldt county collective Plus Strains Lemon Jack gummies FOR FROM AMOUNT Gift Certificate Gift Certificate EUREKA 683-0009 517 5TH STREET LIC# C10-0000599 RIO 116506-5020DELL WILDWOOD AVE. LIC# C10-0000688 You! $$$$ Spirit of the Holidaze
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 25 6 7 8 9 10 7. pacific paradise Pipes, starting at $5 8. pacific paradise Single serving for a penny with Space Gem purchase 9. the humboldt county collective Alien Labs premium indoor flower 10. the humboldt county collective Protab cannabis-infused THC tablets 6. the humboldt county collective Heavenly Sweet cannabis-infused treat
26 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com 1 2 3 4 5 1. the humboldt county collective Fig Farms premium indoor flower and pre-rolls 2. the heart of humboldt Indoor flower, grown in Arcata, California, prices vary 3. pacific paradise 20% off shirts 4 . s.t.i.l. Glasstacular Heavy Fumed Sherlock pipe by Humboldt local Howard Lewis @glasstacular, $399.99 5. the humboldt county collective Humboldt Apothecary Relax CBD 3:1 tincture
northcoastjournal.com • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE 27 6 7 8 10 pacific paradise Bongs, starting at $25 9. the humboldt county collective Space Gem gummies, sour assorted flavors 10. pacific paradise 20% off sweatshirts cookies 8.
Gift Guide Advertiser Index
Abraxas Jewelers Eureka
425 Third St., Eureka (707) 443-4638 abraxasjewelers.com page: 8
Abraxas Shoes & Leather Eureka
615 Fifth St., Eureka, (707) 798-6194 430 Main St., Ferndale, (707) 786-4277 pages: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 11, 12, 19, 20
American Indian Art & Gift Shop
241 F St., Eureka (707) 445-8451 ncidc.org/american-indian-art-gift-shop page: 15
Annie's Shoes
3005 F St., Eureka (707) 445-8612 anniesshoeseureka.com pages: 5, 10, 16, 20, 22
Arcata Artisans
883 H St., Arcata (707) 825-9133 arcataartisans.com pages: 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 19, 23
Arcata Parks & Recreation Dept. 736 F St., Arcata (707) 822-7091 cityofarcata.org/362/Recreation-Division page: 7
Belle Starr
405 Second St., Eureka (707) 441-1296 belle-starr.com pages: 5, 10, 13, 17
Booklegger
402 Second St., Eureka (707) 445-1344 pages: 15, 17, 21
By Nieves :: Handmade Natural Body Care
311 F St., Eureka (707) 273-5151 bynieves.com page: 2
Eureka Books
426 Second St., Eureka (707) 444-9593 eurekabooksellers.com pages: 2, 22
Eureka Natural Foods
1450 Broadway, Eureka, (707) 442-6325 2165 Central Ave., McKinleyville, (707) 839-3636 eurekanaturalfoods.com pages: 3, 4, 6, 10, 11, 14, 16, 18, 23
The Heart of Humboldt
301 I St., Arcata (707) 822-9330 theheartofhumboldt.com pages: 24, 26
Himalayan Rug Traders
529 Second St., Eureka (707) 268-8268 himalayanrugtraders.net pages: 9, 20
Holly Yashi
1300 Ninth St., Arcata (707) 822-0389 hollyyashi.com pages: 3, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 23
Humboldt Artisans Crafts & Music Festival Redwood Acres Fairgrounds 5155 Myrtle Ave., Eureka humboldtartisans.com pages: 10, 14, 20, 22
The Humboldt County Collective
1670 Myrtle Ave., Eureka (707) 442-2420 pages: 24, 25, 26, 27
Humboldt Herbals
300 Second St., Eureka (707) 442-3541 humboldtherbals.com pages: 3, 22
Humboldt's Hometown Store 394 Main St., Ferndale (707) 498-8370 humboldtshometownstore.com pages: 2, 6, 7, 13, 17, 18, 19, 22, 23
Jewell Distillery
120 Monda Way, Unit C, Blue Lake (707) 668-1810 jewelldistillery.com pages: 19
Just My Type Letterpress
235 F St., Eureka (707) 502-2446 justmytypeletterpress.com pages: 3, 5, 10, 14
Living Styles
Furniture & Mattress Showroom 37 W Second St., Eureka (707) 443-3161 livingstyles.net pages: 5, 20
Mad River Gardens
3384 Janes Road, Arcata (707) 822-7049 madrivergardens.com pages: 6, 23
Many Hands Gallery 438 Second St., Eureka (707) 445-0455 manyhandsgallery.net pages: 7, 14, 16, 18, 23
Miller Farms Nursery
1828 Central Ave., McKinleyville (707) 839-1571 millerfarmsnursery.com pages: 3, 7, 8, 10, 13, 14, 15, 19
North Coast Co-op 24 Fifth St., Eureka, (707) 443-6027 811 I St., Arcata, (707) 822-5947 northcoast.coop pages: 5, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 19, 21
Pacific Paradise 1087 H St., Arcata (707) 822-7143 pacificparadisedispensary.com pages: 24, 25, 26, 27
Picky Picky Picky 600 E St., Eureka (707) 444-9201 pickypickypickystores.com pages: 2, 4, 9, 11, 12, 14, 18, 21, 23
Plaza Shoe Shop
699 G St., Arcata (707) 822-1125 Find us on Facebook pages: 6, 9, 16
Proper Wellness
517 Fifth St., Eureka (707) 683-0009 properwellnesscenter.com page: 24
Pure Water Spas
3750 Broadway, Eureka, (707) 444-8001 jaysooter.com pages: 4, 8, 11, 12, 17, 18
Rosebud Home Goods 213 F St., Eureka (707) 672-5108 rosebudhomegoods.com page: 22
S.T.I.L. 2940 Broadway #E, Eureka (707) 269-0210 stilhumboldt.com pages: 16, 26
Sarah Marie page: 4
The Spa at Personal Choice, 130 G St., Eureka (707) 445-2041 thespaatpersonalchoice.com pages: 2, 3, 4, 8, 13, 18, 21
Trinidad Art Gallery
490 Trinity St., Trinidad (707) 677-3770 trinidadartgallery.com pages: 2, 5, 7, 12, 15, 17, 20, 22
Vern's Furniture
515 G St., Eureka (707) 445-5421 vernsfurniture.com pages: 5, 8, 9, 15, 19, 22
Wine Cellar
407 Second St., Eureka (707) 798-5006 thewinecellar-winebar.business.site page: 12
Zumbido Gifts
410 Second St., Eureka (707) 713-9136 shop.zumbidodeportland.com pages: 11, 21
Build to edge of the document Margins are just a safe area 402 2nd Street • Corner of 2nd & E, Old Town, Eureka • 445-1344 Used books, new books, puzzles, and whimsy. New notable, just in time for gift giving. 28 NORTH COAST JOURNAL GIFT GUIDE • Thursday, Nov. 24, 2022 • northcoastjournal.com