2024 ATHENS
Holiday
Gift Guide
The holiday season is upon us — a time when our thoughts turn to family, friends and gift-giving. We wanted to share a few of our favorite finds when searching for gifts for our loved ones.
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Holiday Gift Guide
OLIVE OILS AND BALSAMIC VINEGARS
Offering the freshest extra virgin olive oils, infused olive oils, and authentic Italian aged balsamic vinegars, you can find something for the foodies in your life. The Olive Basket | 1791 Oconee Connector Ste. 745, Watkinsville (706) 714-6457 | olivebasketonline.com
PEARL JEWELRY
The Pearl Girls are your local pearl experts, specializing in gorgeous jewelry and jewelry repairs. Stop by for a one-of-a-kind design like these coral and pearl earrings! The Pearl Girls | 548 Hawthorne Ave. (706) 850-5296 | thepearlgirls.com
LYNN SHORT PJS
Perfect for sleepovers, school PJ day or just hanging around with these fun colors and prints! Sadie’s — A Girl’s Shoppe 1540 S Lumpkin St. Ste. 2 shopsadieco.com
GAMEDAY ACCESSORIES
For the Dawg fan in your life who appreciates the finer things, The Avenue has the perfect gift. Silk scarves and twillies, twilly initial sliders and fine leather gameday purses. The Avenue | 458 North Milledge Ave. Ste. 103 | (706) 614-3121 theavenueathens.com
FRESH PRESSED JUICE
Journey Juice is Athens’ locally-owned, raw coldpressed juice shop. We offer bottles of fresh fruit and vegetable juice and two flavors of almond milk. Each bottle contains between two and three pounds of fresh produce with no added sugar or water. All produce used for juicing is locally sourced and never frozen. Journey Juice is guaranteed to make your cells dance! Journey Juice | 1428 Prince Ave. (706) 850-0707 | journeyjuice.com
TOM BECKBE — TENSAW JACKET
Durable, weatherproof 8 oz waxed shelter cloth, designed for comfort and mobility, stand up collar lined with Bedford cord, Bi-swing back and gusseted underarms for full-range of motion. Cotton lining inspired by Alabama red clay.
Dick Ferguson’s | 1059 Baxter St. (706) 548-7246 | dickfergusons.com
GIFT EXCHANGE 12-SIDED DICE GAME
Shake things up this holiday with a game for the whole family. The Gift Exchange 12-sided dice game is great for all ages. Follow the prompts and get ready to make memories!
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 South Milledge Ave. (706) 542-1244 | botgarden.uga.edu
BORA EARRINGS
These one-of-a-kind 24K gold and sterling silver earrings with mabe pearl and rutilated quartz by Bora are just one of many gorgeous pieces available at Aurum Studios located in the heart of downtown Athens.
Aurum Studios | 125 E Clayton St. (706) 546-8826 | aurumstudios.com
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Holiday Gift Guide
IRON REINDEER PLANTER
Find the perfect holiday gift at the garden! Festive iron reindeer planters are perfect for your holiday decorating.
State Botanical Garden of Georgia 2450 South Milledge Ave. (706) 542-1244 | botgarden.uga.edu
JOHNSTONS OF ELGIN — CASHMERE CABLE ROUND NECK SWEATER
This effortless sweater features a Scottish countryside-inspired lichen shade. Johnstons of Elgin twisted Donegal yarn with more premium cashmere to craft a truly luxurious piece.
Dick Ferguson’s | 1059 Baxter St. (706) 548-7246 | dickfergusons.com
MAKE IT HEARTFELT MINI BEAD KIT
Create you own charm bracelets. Sadie’s — A Girl’s Shoppe 1540 S Lumpkin St. Ste. 2 shopsadieco.com
TURTLEBOX AUDIO
— OUTDOOR
SPEAKER
GEN 2
Premium Sound, 100% waterproof, 120 decibels, 20+ hours of playtime. Dick Ferguson’s | 1059 Baxter St. (706) 548-7246 | dickfergusons.com
DECORATIVE PILLOWS
The Avenue has a selection of exclusive pillows that are fabulous for gift giving. From the Nativity to Nutcrackers and Santa Claus to Santa Paws, you will want to keep some for yourself. The Avenue | 458 North Milledge Ave. Ste. 103 (706) 614-3121 | theavenueathens.com
MADRIDD LEOPARD SNEAKER
Expertly designed for little feet, the kids’ MADRIDD is a laceup, low-top sneaker that combines style and functionality. Sadie’s — A Girl’s Shoppe | 1540 S Lumpkin St. Ste. 2 shopsadieco.com
ATHENS™ BOURBON
After years of research, a storied tradition is reborn. A liquid gold double-finished with wood from a century-old pecan tree harvested in Five Points. Deliciously smooth with layers of brown sugar, candied pecans, and dark chocolate. Available at most retail package stores in Athens. Athens Spirits Co. (706) 389-8434 athensspiritsco.com
MARIPOSA
Introducing, Mariposa, at The Avenue. Timeless pieces to entertain, decorate, or delight someone special. Our enhanced engraving experience makes creating a personalized gift easy. Create a custom frame, tray, ice bucket and more - and make a memory last a lifetime! *Engraving takes 2 weeks so get your orders in now in time for Christmas.
The Avenue | 458 North Milledge Ave. Ste. 103 | (706) 614-3121 | theavenueathens.com
SATIN SANTA PAJAMA SET
MAYANA EARRINGS
Surprise your loved one with these beautiful oval beaded earrings by Mayana, a collection of jewelry ethically handmade by women in Colombia.
Aurum Studios
125 E Clayton St. (706) 546-8826 aurumstudios.com
The Avenue has lux satin Santa pajama sets with pink velvet bows and piping make for the perfect Christmas Eve gift. Imagine how cute she will look by the tree in these. The Avenue 458 North Milledge Ave. Ste. 103 (706) 614-3121 theavenueathens.com
GHURKA – SCOUT NO. 295
The Ghurka Scout No. 295 leather briefcase is perfect for modern professionals who need a light, easy-tocarry option for their daily essentials.. Dick Ferguson’s | 1059 Baxter St. (706) 548-7246 | dickfergusons.com
Layla Dress is a mini dress with long sleeves and a tiered frill full skirt, crafted from Marlo embroidered fabric.
Sadie’s — A Girl’s Shoppe | 1540 S Lumpkin St. Ste. 2 shopsadieco.com
MONDAY – FRIDAY | 10 AM – 6 PM SATURDAY | 10 AM – 3 PM 1540 S LUMPKIN STREET, SUITE 2 | ATHENS, GA 30605
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