What do you buy for that person on your Christmas list who already owns everything? There are a few locally owned stores some new and some old that have a fun gift for someone who has it all. Oklahoma Gazette has put together a list of some of the citys more quirky gifts to give for Christmas or get people in the holiday spirit.
OSU-OKC Poinsettia Sale
400 N. Portland Ave.
hortla.okstate.edu405-744-5414
Liven up the holiday spirit by taking part in OSU-OKCs annual poinsettia sale. The sale runs 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday at the John E. Kirkpatrick Horticulture Center. Poinsettias in 4.5-inch ($5), 6-inch ($10) and 8-inch containers are available in a variety of colors including red, orange and pink. Proceeds provide scholarships to the universitys study abroad and horticulture teaching programs.
Toy Base 10
4028 NW 10th St.
facebook.com/toybase10405-601-4480
Do you know someone who is a fan of comic books and action figures? The store run by Steve Siemens has something for everyone, from kids to the young at heart. Siemens friendly service is only matched by his wide variety that includes everything from vintage large G.I. Joe action figures to playfully modern POP! vinyl characters. You can also pursue a healthy board game and comic book collection at the store.
Oklahoma City Museum of Art Museum Store
415 Couch Drive
okcmoa.com405-236-3100
Quirky goes to the extreme at the Museum Store at OKCMOA. Do you want to buy a mug featuring Andy Warhol or Frida Kahlo? How about a collection of Italian-made ties? The museum has you covered. It even boasts what it says is the best gift for the person who has everything: artistic and colorful Pendleton blankets by artist Dave Chihuly. Museum members receive 10 percent off all merchandise through Monday.
Smash Bangles
607 NW 28th St., Suite F
smashbangles.com405-628-7621
Founded by Cindy Cornelsen, Smash Bangles is the newest addition to The Paseo Arts Districts many interesting boutiques. With the tagline Jewelry, gifts and whimsy, Smash Bangles carries everything from Cornelsens handmade necklaces, bracelets and fun knickknacks like an airplane clock and robot-themed coasters.
Herban Mother
607 NW 28th St., Suite A405-509-3183
Since the state allowed the sale of cannabidiol this year, stores selling the hemp-based products, which do not contain the psychoactive chemical found in marijuana, have popped up all over the city. Herban Mother, run by Hector and Mary Najar, puts an emphasis on being organically grown. Herban Mother offers gift baskets in a variety of balms, tinctures and gel-caps that have benefits as pain relievers and more.
Oklahoma Contemporary
3000 General Pershing Blvd.
oklahomacontemporary.org405-951-0000
Home to more than just the citys avant-garde and contemporary art, Oklahoma Contemporarys annual ceramics sale offers the chance to support local artists while also getting something uniquely useful. The work is chosen by curator Jennifer Scanlan and the sale runs through Dec. 23. Tim Sullivan (Dec. 4-9), Kara Lane (Dec. 11-15) and Jeff Duerksen (Dec. 18-23) are featured artists. All proceeds benefit the centers ceramics program, which had six instructors.
Bone Dog Boutique and Self-Serve Dog Wash
100 NE Second St.405-600-3460
Have you thought of everything for your human loved ones? Dont forget about mans best friend and their owner. Bone offers a chance to give your dog a spa-like experience while they get groomed. The store sells a variety of all-natural prepackaged treats, but the show-stopper is looking over its bakery case of freshly made cookies and biscuits that look so good you might take a bite yourself.
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