Make holiday gifting easier with 90+ gift ideas in this special edition newsletter, put together with our shopping + deals site The Buy.
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Win the holidays with these gift ideas
Embrace the holiday giving season with this guide that’s got something for everyone, including local finds. | Graphic by 6AM City
Season’s greetings, Columbus. Festive time is upon us — and in between hot cocoa drinking and twinkle light hanging, we’re guessing you’re shopping for a few special people on your list. Look no further than the official CBUStoday gift guide, with 90+ gift ideas including unique local treasures and the season’s hottest items.
Including a knitted blanket and a punny candle.
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Local pick:Ohio State logo shirt | $34 | Everyone can always use some more Buckeye gear in their life, plus this comes in different styles, including crew neck sweaters and shorts.
Smeg Electric Kettle | $149.95 | Splurge on a coveted retro-style Smeg appliance, perfect for making teas and coffees all year long.
Knitted weighted blanket | $135.99 | Perfect for a bed or couch, this 15-lb blanket offers comforting weight with an aesthetic knit finish.
Local pick:Gift certificate to The Book Loft | $1+ | Avoid returns by letting your friend or loved one pick out their own book at this popular German Village retailer.
Melissa Clark’s “Dinner in One” | $29.99 | A New York Times bestseller + a best cookbook of the year by Food & Wine, Melissa Clark’s recipe collection serves up delicious, one-pot meals for dinner.
Automatic curtain opener | $89.99 | A smart device that opens curtains automatically by smartphone app, Alexa, or Google Home — they can even set schedules.
Including a jumbo cooler bag and conversation starters for kids.
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Local pick:Holiday Wallflower scents | $4.95+ | These are great stocking stuffers for anyone who wants their house to smell like the holiday spirit.
Ceneda large cooler bag | $24.99 | This insulated, leak-proof tote is perfect for family road trips, beach trips, and everything in between.
Car backseat organizers | $19.99 | Speaking of road trips, these backseat car organizers are every parent’s best friend + come complete with a tablet holder.
200 Kids Conversation Cards | $27.98 | Transform family dinners with a conversation-starting card game that asks kids and adults fun and meaningful questions.
Bento Lunch Box | $32.99 | Gift parents an organized + colorful lunch box complete with a food jar, dividers, and silicone utensils.
Smart calendar + chore chart | $319.99 | The future of chore charts is here — treat parents to the ultimate family organization tool, complete with Google calendar syncing, color coding, and meal planning.
Including a puzzle board and the prettiest tea set.
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Local pick:3-wick Candles | $26.95 | Check out Bath and Body Works for a variety of 3-wick scented candles.
Rotating puzzle board + poppy puzzle | $99.99 + $24.15 | Puzzle-lovers will appreciate this rotating puzzle board complete with drawers for sorting pieces — pair it with a colorful, cheery poppy puzzle.
Local pick:Hand sanitize and soap | $7.95 | Bath and Body Works also has a great selection of soaps and sanizitzers that can be used at home or on-the-go.
Cotton waffle bathrobe | $119.99 | A luxury hotel + spa-quality waffle robe crafted from 100% cotton and silk.
Heated foot massager | $89.99 | Equipped with infrared heating, this soothing foot massager will comfort and soothe sore feet.
Teabloom flowering tea set | $69.95 | A beautiful glass teapot and a set of flowering teas that bloom right in the pot.
Including comfy flannel and a book embosser.
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Local pick:NFL Collection crew necks | $70 | You can find the perfect Sunday gameday sweat at Abercrombie no matter who you root for.
TheraGun Mini Massage Gun | $199.00 | A compact and travel-sized deep tissue massager that can relieve sore muscles and speed up recovery in between workouts.
UGG Tasman Slipper | $110.00 | Gift your partner the perfect winter slipper that can be worn both in and out of the house.
Local pick:Float therapy | $90 | Spend a day at Ebb & Float where you can relax in a sensory deprivation tank.
Sherpa-lined flannel shirt jacket | $49.98 | Choose your favorite plaid pattern + snag them a warm jacket great for hiking, trekking, and camping all season long.
“From the library of” book embosser | $17.95+ | For the partner who loves to read, this personalized gift will add flair and meaning to their home library.
Gifts for neighbors
Including a jam advent calendar and an heirloom pie dish.
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Local pick:Dog Walk 1,000 piece puzzle | $19.99 | This gift is great for neighbors with pets because it gives you an excuse to go see the dog too.
Toschi Amarena cherries | $19.99 | Perfect on cheese boards, atop ice cream, or straight out of the jar, these Italian Amarena cherries are a little luxury.
Pompom fringe blanket | $22.99 | Because who doesn’t love curling up with an ultra soft blanket at the end of the day?
Wine opener gift set | $59.99 | Level up neighborhood wine night with a wine decanter set complete with an electric opener, aerator, and foil cutter.
Local pick:Smoothie straws | $12 | Your cross-fit neighbor will love these smoothie straws that are perfect for those thick protein shakes.
Le Creuset heritage pie dish | $55.95 | Give the gift of a classic, heirloom pie dish they’ll bake comforting treats in for years to come.
Including the best headphones and a dorm-friendly basketball hoop.
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Local pick:Stauf’s gift card | $1+| Buy your student their next few cups of coffee at this local roaster with multiple locations around the city.
Stanley Quencher | $45.00 | The internet-famous water bottle, available in cute colors like Matcha Cream.
Rocketbook Everlast Fusion notebook | $37 | A digital notebook for to-do lists, lecture notes, and goals — save notes to the Cloud and wipe it clean for another use.
Local pick:Northstar gift card | $1+ | Ensure your student is eating at least one healthy meal per month by getting them a gift card to this health-focused local eatery.
Cropped puffy vest | $36.97+ | A stylish vest for warmth walking to classes.
Including a nut milk maker and a stuffed burger press.
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Local pick:Jeni’s gift card | $25+ | Let your foodie friends grab a scoop of some of the best ice cream in the country with a range of artisan flavors.
Honey sampler set | $46.99 | A sweet gift including salty honey, hot honey, and Meyer lemon honey.
“Be Ready When the Luck Happens” by Ina Garten | $34 | One of this year’s most anticipated memoirs from Ina Garten, aka the Barefoot Contessa, beloved Food Network personality and cultural icon.
Stuffed burger press | $19.95 | Foodie friends can make burgers stuffed with cheese, bacon, onions, jalapenos, or whatever they dream up with this grill accessory.
Local pick:Buckeye candies | $10.95 | Pick up a box of buckeye candies for those who like an extra chocolatey treat during the big games.
Sous vide precision cooker | $89.90 | Home cooks can take their cuisine to a whole new level with this sous vide cooker that achieves the perfect level of doneness.
Including a classic outdoor beanie and a two cup cook set.
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Local pick:Fleet Feet gift card | $1+ | From running shoes to hiking socks, this is your local one-stop-shop for all things footwear related.
Thule 614 Pulse Rack | $599.95 | The ultimate car rooftop cargo box for someone that spends more time outside than they do indoors.
Carhartt men’s knit cuffed beanie | $19.99 | This classic Carhartt knit beanie has 100,000+ five-star reviews for good reason — it’s durable, warm, and available in 35+ colors.
Local pick:Indoor rock climbing | $20+ | Take your adventures to new heights by trying indoor rock climbing where all supplies are available to rent.
LifeStraw Collapsible Squeeze Bottle Water Filter System | $32.89 | For that special someone who’s always hiking or backpacking, this collapsible LifeStraw water bottle is a gift that will keep them hydrated for years to come.
Waterfly crossbody sling backpack | $34.99 | A light backpack designed with hiking in mind — adventurous friends can sling it on their back or chest and walk in comfort.
