Lancaster Gifts Local: Fig’s 2021 Gifting Guide

Our unique small business community is a true gift that is worth celebrating. Each and every independent retailer has overcome incredible challenges as they’ve continued to fill the streets of Lancaster with inspiring and thoughtful goods. From your home, to your wardrobe, to your holiday gift list, they have just the thing to make the season sparkle. Use this guide to find something local and unique to gift yourself and your loved ones. A special thank you to Conestoga House and Gardens, whose enchanting spaces were the perfect backdrop for most of the photography in this special section.

Our unique small business community is a true gift that is worth celebrating. Each and every independent retailer has overcome incredible challenges as they’ve continued to fill the streets of Lancaster with inspiring and thoughtful goods. From your home, to your wardrobe, to your holiday gift list, they have just the thing to make the season sparkle. Use this guide to find something local and unique to gift yourself and your loved ones.

A special thank you to Conestoga House and Gardens, whose enchanting spaces were the perfect backdrop for most of the photography in this special gifting guide.


AK Interiors

246 West Orange Street

Delight the people on your gift list with home accessories, boutique furnishings, and special gifts from The Shoppe at AK Interiors. Each piece in their collection holds true to their interior design philosophy that spaces should be beautiful, functional, and tailored to you.


Basura

106 East King Street

Thrifted just for you, Basura’s curated collection of vintage clothes and accessories will inspire you to find your next signature piece. Stop in and find a look you can make all your own.


BellaBoo

32 North Queen Street

Make playtime extra special for the little people in your life. At BellaBoo, discover the perfect specialty toy to spark their budding creativity, and rest assured each and every toy, gift, and piece of clothing is the highest quality.


Bistro Barberet & Bakery

26 East King Street

Treat your guests to something magical from renowned French baker Cedric Barberet at Bistro Barberet & Bakery. Enjoy a delicious celebration of taste, texture, and pure artistry with a masterful cake creation, individual desserts, candies, and macaroons. Place your order now for the holidays!


Charlotte Shoppe

32 West King Street

Your wardrobe should be just as unique and special as you are—that’s why the Charlotte Shoppe has contemporary and upscale womenswear that is anything but ordinary. Shop their collection of footwear, apparel, and accessories to create a stunning look from head to toe.


curio. Gallery & Creative Supply

106 West Chestnut Street

curio. features a carefully curated selection of drawing and writing supplies, fine art papers for drawing, printmaking, and painting, as well as a wall of greeting cards that make the perfect gift for the creative in your life.


Photo by Rachel Adshead (@obscurastudios_co)

Deerfoot Downtown

348 North Queen Street

Award-winning wines from Deerfoot Downtown make a great stocking stuffer or a perfect addition to those Valentine’s Day dinner plans. Their tasting room in the heart of Lancaster City features the work of local artisans. Be sure to stop in on First Friday for scrumptious wine and food pairings throughout the year. Try their selection of wines and meads for yourself or for a gift.


Details

30 North Queen Street

Find a gift that is sure to put a smile on someone’s face—because every moment is worth celebrating. Step into Details and you’ll discover a feast for your eyes. Their expert staff will help you pick out something special (and gift wrap it too!).


Ellicott & Co.

45 North Market Street

Gift giving for the gentlemen in your life is easy with a trip to Ellicott & Co. Discover their curated collection of uncommon goods and shop intentionally right in the heart of Downtown Lancaster.


Festoon

202 North Duke Street

A destination for gifting, Kathy and her Festoon team have curated a collection of signature wardrobe pieces and thoughtful gifts including unique knits, inspiring books, and Lancaster-made pottery, candles, jewelry, and personal care. Special holiday shopping nights. Open 7 days a week.


Filling’s

681 Harrisburg Avenue

Filling’s clothing store has a long history and tradition of fine clothing and quality customer service. The family-owned shop, operated by four generations of Fillings, has been in business for over 92 years. Guests expect and find excellent hospitality, custom tailoring, and unique merchandise. Visit Filling’s for a bespoke shopping experience. Check out their website fillingsclothing.com, or follow them on Instagram @fillingsclothing.


Finch Jewelers

The Shoppes at Belmont 1575 Fruitville Pike, #1

Show your love with a beautiful gift from Finch Jewelers. Family owned and operated, Finch Jewelers is your holiday gift destination for custom creations designed and manufactured in-house to ensure high quality craftsmanship. They also have a wide selection of exquisite jewelry, watches, and designer collections.

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Gallery Grow

150 North Prince Street

Want a unique way to spend time with your loved ones this winter? Host a plant party with Gallery Grow! Whether you book a reservation for an offsite workshop or rent one of their rooms at their Prince Street location, you can embrace the joy of creativity and go home with a unique project all your own.


Hempfield Botanicals

336 North Charlotte Street, Suite 100

Hempfield Botanicals knows that living fully and freely starts with pursuing wellness. That’s why their line of all-natural, THC-free and full spectrum CBD (cannabidiol) products are designed to help you find relief. Let them help you embrace your journey to a happier, healthier life today!


j.a. Sharp Custom Jeweler

322 North Queen Street

j.a. Sharp Custom Jeweler is a woman-owned shop, focusing on custom designs. Believing in approachable, sustainable luxury, they craft timeless pieces and future heirlooms while also curating a diverse selection of other American artist jewelry and gifts.


Lancaster Pickle Company

318 North Queen Street

Lancaster Pickle Company started in 2010 with owner Jason Ziegler, who ran the company mostly out of his garage for two years before moving to their first downtown storefront in 2012. You can now find Lancaster Pickle Company’s clean label, made-from-scratch pickles—made with spring water, Lancaster County made spices, and no preservatives —at their newest space on North Queen Street.


Larkstone

36 West King Street

Larkstone is a unique retail space located in the heart of Downtown Lancaster. The store houses an impressive collection of both men’s and women’s fashion, accessories, gifts, select home goods, and jewelry—including co-owner Emily’s beautiful in-house jewelry line, Realm & Reason.


Lush Bazaar

101 North Queen Street, Suite 103

With every weave and stitch, Lush Bazaar is crafting a story of art, fashion, ethics, and empowerment. When you buy from their collections—beautifully and meticulously crafted from sustainable fabric by talented artisans—you are joining together in their mission for greater good.

Chyatee Bespoke

Have you ever dreamed of wearing something designed and crafted uniquely for you? Book an appointment to dream up your own bespoke piece from Chyatee Bespoke by Timbrel Chyatee. She will individually create every detail and tailor the piece to you, with the same sustainable mission of Chyatee’s sister brand Lush Bazaar.


Maejean Vintage

A timeless piece of vintage jewelry from Maejean Vintage is the accessory you need for your holiday outfits. Whatever your style, owners and sisters Laura Mae & Amanda Jean have curated a selection of stunning heirlooms that are sure to be the perfect final touch.


Nicole Taylor Boutique

325 North Queen Street

A curated collection of fresh fashion must-haves, Nicole Taylor has just what you need to feel beautiful for any occasion— from holiday parties to date night to a cozy winter brunch and everything in between.

Instagram @nicoletaylorpa
Facebook @nicoletaylorboutique


Norbu Fine Jewelry

44 North Christian Street

New to Lancaster, Norbu Fine Jewelry brings earth friendly diamonds, and now, natural gemstones that will add the perfect pop to your winter wardrobe. Find the sparkle that fits your taste from this new collection or their timeless collection of diamonds.


Pappagallo

28 West Orange Street

Delight in the power of a great outfit to make you feel good. Pappagallo’s friendly team members are your own personal stylists, helping you find the perfect casual wear, denim, dresses, shoes, and accessories to build a wardrobe that makes you feel fabulous.


Penn Stone

190 West Ross Street

Create space for friends and family. Penn Stone will help you design a vacation destination in your own backyard, patio, or deck. They specialize in masonry and hardscaping materials as well as design-focused outdoor furniture and solutions for outdoor kitchens, outdoor fire, landscape lighting, and shade.


Owners Elizabeth and Teddy

Read Rose Books

23 North Prince Street

Read Rose Books houses a diverse collection of used, vintage, and first edition books. The name Read Rose Books was chosen in honor of Lancaster, the Red Rose city, and for all of the books that will be read. There is a book for everyone from Russian literature to poetry to historic fiction.


Ream Jewelers

58 North Queen Street

With a rich history of providing excellent customer service and extraordinary pieces of jewelry, Ream Jewelers can help you select or personalize a stunning gift for the ones you love. Visit them on North Queen Street and prepare to be impressed.


Revolution Lancaster

When you support Revolution Lancaster, you invest in women Makers who have experienced homelessness. With relationship as a key tool, Revolution exists to restore all women into their unique confidence. Gift idea: “Hero” single-wrap leather bracelet for the hero in your life.


The Scarlett Willow

320 North Queen Street

Dare to be original and find something that intrigues you at The Scarlet Willow. Owner Jodi Pabon and her team have sourced a little bit of everything, designed to pique your interest and treat you to an exciting treasure hunt of all things vintage.


Seasons Olive Oil

36 West King Street

Drizzle, marinate, dress, fry, or sauté—Seasons olive oils and vinegars are the key to making your winter dishes come to life. They’ve made gift giving even easier with their curated gift sets that are sure to excite the foodies in your life.


The Spice & Tea Exchange

20 West Orange Street

Delight your senses with new and exciting flavors from The Spice & Tea Exchange. With their flavored sugars, infused honey, and ever-rotating seasonal teas and tea-scented gifts, you and your friends may need to make more space in your kitchen cabinet.


Sweetish Candy Store

356 North Queen Street

Pick-N-Mix from an almost endless assortment of Swedish candies at Sweetish showcased on a candy wall that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.


Telltale Dress

334 North Queen Street

Find a hidden gem that speaks to you. Both artisan and vintage, Telltale Dress’ mix of fashion, accessories, antiques, and apothecary goods is sure to captivate your attention.


Ville & Rue

8 West King Street

As you cozy up for the winter, Ville & Rue is here to create a space that you won’t want to leave. Their in-house design services and inspiration-filled showroom of furniture and home goods will help you curate a style all your own. Home is the destination.


Wyndridge Farm

Lancaster Tasting Room: 398 Harrisburg Pike

As you gather with friends and family this winter, bring the joy of Wyndridge Farm’s delicious ciders, beers, and wines to the party. The Lancaster Tasting Room’s downstairs retail shop has everything you need to stock up on your favorites—cheers! Visit the restaurant upstairs at the Tasting Room. It’s the perfect place to host your holiday events! Book at events@wyndridge.com.


Zest!

30 East Main Street, Lititz

Located in Historic Downtown Lititz, Zest! inspires anyone embarking on a culinary adventure. The essential gift destination for your favorite foodie, they offer a variety of gourmet tools and gadgets, as well as specialty packaged foods, and premium herbs and spices. This season, SMEG is at the top of the gift list with a full offering of Italian-designed small appliances including kettles, toasters, stand mixers, immersion blenders, coffee machines, and juicers. The curving lines and vibrant colors of this iconic brand make SMEG the gift of the season. They also have exclusive Zest! gift cards for the foodie in your life who has almost everything.

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