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DECEMBER 2017

Locally Owned

Gift Guide We’ve compiled a great list of local artisans and businesses who have incredible items perfect for your gift giving this year! Don’t forget, shop local this Holiday season!

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Our December cover is courtesy of Von Ahlene. Few things represent the Holidays in Castle Rock like the Star Lighting. This beautiful photo shows how incredible this event is.

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PUBLISHER MIKE WAID

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SALES DIRECTOR KAYCE ARTHUR

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EDITORIAL TIFFANY GRIZZLE

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Search Castle Rock Magazine is published 12 times per year by Waid Publishing (www.

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Checkout these great local businesses and artisans who offer some amazing products which are perfect for your holiday gift giving. Supporting locally owned businesses is a great way to make our community better and you’ll get some pretty cool gifts too!

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Hand crafted premium beard oils and balms to keep your favorite beard looking extraordinary. Gift sets, custom wood combs and beard wash also available.

Made in small batches with premium grade beard loving ingredients.

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The Fugly Mug Company is an online retailer of the most unique coffee mugs, gifts, and Colorado themed merchandise.

We are a small family business based out of Parker, Colorado and can ship globally anywhere a little Fugly is needed!

Available online at www.fuglymugcompany.com

The Wine Barrel Choose from fantastic bottles of wine, custom labels, wine accessories (openers, charms, bags, etc.) and artwork. Can’t decide on the perfect gift for the wine lover?

Don’t worry, Gift Certificates are available!

Visit us at 11495 S. Twenty Mile Rd, #5, Parker, CO 80134

Cookieliciousness specializes in beautiful and delicious frosted sugar cookies as well as decadent gourmet cookies including our best selling Salted Caramel, Cranberry Orange Oatmeal, and Double Chocolate Peppermint cookies. We also offer handcrafted caramels, barks, candied popcorn, hot chocolate and cookie mixes, and sweet breads!

Available online at www.cookieliciousness.com

Jennifer Skalecke Fine Art

Beautiful hand painted ornaments, custom glassware and acrylic on canvas paintings. Perfect pieces for gifts for special occasions, during the holidays, or adding gorgeous accents to your own home. Visit Jennifer’s Etsy shop to see examples of her gorgeous work and find something special!

Shop online at www.etsy.com/shop/JenniferSkaleckeArt

Beautiful Art Picture Framing & Art Gallery

Our custom Picture Framing & Art Gallery provides custom framing for your Sports Jerseys, Limited Editions, Originals, Canvases & So Much More! Check our our Newest “LJ Gallery Moments” where we take YOUR photo/jpg and put them on Aluminum, Acrylic or Painted Canvas! We also have LOCAL Artists Artwork in the Gallery for purchase.

19501 E. Mainstreet, Suite 103 in Parker or online at BeautifulArtPictureFraming.com

All-natural soy candles available in 15 amazing scents, infused with therapeuticgrade essential oils . All our candles are eco-friendly, Phthalate free and hand poured in Colorado!

Shop online at www.etsy.com/shop/ROANDCOLTD

SilverAspenStudio Specializing in handstitched beaded leather cuffs and wraps, metal etched designs, Sterling silver, gemstone and Swarovski Crystal and much more, Silver Aspen Studio has beautiful necklaces, bracelets and earrings for all budgets; all handmade in Parker.

Available by appointment or online at Silveraspenstudio.com

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EXTRAORDINARY BEARDS

We produce salon quality beard oils, beard balms, beard washes and grooming products to keep your beard looking extraordinary!

Available online at Extraordinarybeards.com

BUMBLE BRIE DESIGNS

We design and make handcrafted wooden signs, home decor, personalized glassware, custom apparel, decals and much more!

Available online through Facebook - www.facebook. com/pg/queenbumblebrie

LITTLE BEAN’S NUT SHOPPE

Offering delectable small batch Colorado Craft beer roasted and glazed nuts, perfect for corporate gifts, stocking stuffers and holiday parties! Find our product at The Local in Southlands or shop online at littlebeansnutshoppe.com

WHITE HAWK & Z

Hand painted wood signs for holidays and every day, ornaments, and more, often on reclaimed wood. Also offering custom designs.

Come see us at Rose Wild & Jane 399 Perry Street, Ste 100, Castle Rock, CO 80104 or shop on Facebook at www. facebook.com/whitehawkandz

JOJO’S JUNGLE

Specializing in all things vinyl products - mugs, wine glasses, ornaments, signs, t-shirts - creating handmade gifts for your friends and family.

Available online through Facebook - www.facebook. com/jojosjunglegifts

THE RUSTED WINDMILL

Local artists selling one-of-a-kind gifts and home decor. Available at their in-store location, located inside Elev.5900 at Parker Station on Mainstreet Parker

KTQTS

We make and sell oneof-a-kind hats, bows and headbands.

Available online through Facebook - www.facebook. com/KTQTs

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THE SMELLS GOOD STORE

Specializing in body care products, home fragrances, and unique gifts. Available at The Smells Good Store 313 3rd St., Castle Rock, CO 80104 and online at www.

TheSmellsGoodStore.com

LIVING DESIGNS

Customized decals for any wall, car, cup, tile, etc. Great gifts with endless possibilities! Available in store at 15791 E. Tufts Ave. or online through Facebook - www.facebook.com/ LivingDesigns

ROLLIN’ WITH MY OILS

Ready to Use Essential Oil Roller Bottle Blends that make using oils super easy, even for the most novice user.

Available online - www.etsy. com/shop/rollinwithmyoils

BBD GRAPHICS, INC.

Graphic Design and Layout, Logo Design, Screen Printed Apparel, Heat Transfer Vinyl Apparel, Car Vinyl Advertisement, Wall Vinyl Designs, Painted Signs & More! Available online through Facebook - www. facebook.com/BbdGraphicsInc

THE SASSY STITCH BY ERIN

Beautiful handmade crochet items, specializing in custom designs.

Available online at www.Etsy.com/ shop/TheSassyStitchByErin

CASTLE ROCK CHALK

Custom designed chalkboards, perfect for seasonal decorating, unique everyday home decor and perfect touches for special events.

Available online through Facebook - www.facebook. com/castlerockchalk1

THE FUGLY MUG COMPANY

The Fugly Mug Company is an online retailer of the most unique coffee mugs, gifts, and Colorado themed merchandise. We are a small family business based out of Parker, Colorado and can ship globally anywhere a little Fugly is needed!

Available online at www.fuglymugcompany.com

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NATALIE’S TWINKLETOES AND BOWS

We create adorable baby barefoot sandals and headbands - perfect for gifts for the littlest ones on your list!

Available online through Facebook - www.facebook.com/ nataliestwinkletoesandbows

ROSABELLA

Add a little extra sparkle to the holidays with handcrafted sterling silver jewelry featuring Swarovski Crystals and Swarovski Pearls.

Available online at www.etsy. com/shop/myrosabella and by appointment in Parker

A THING OF THE PAST

I make hand-painted wooden signs using carefully chosen pieces of lumber, selected for its unique beauty. From there, it is cut and sanded by hand before being stained and painted for a piece that is truly one of a kind. I make many standard items, but also make custom signs. Available online through Facebook - www.facebook.com/athingofthepastllc

Choose from fantastic bottles of wine, custom labels, wine accessories (openers, charms, bags, etc.) and artwork. Can’t decide on the perfect gift for the wine lover? Gift Certificates are also available! Visit our store at 11495 S. Twenty Mile Rd, #5, Parker, CO 80134

CREATIVECUTES JEWELRY DESIGNS

CreativeCutes offers beautifully hand-crafted, stylish, Boho earrings, necklaces and bracelets, featuring fine Czech glass and gemstone beads, Swarovski crystals, leather and mixed metals in fabulous colors and current styles, all reasonably priced and locally crafted for your jewelry shopping needs. Free gift wrapping and local delivery are always offered! Available online at www.

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BEAUTIFUL ART PICTURE FRAMING & ART GALLERY

Specializing in hand-stitched beaded leather cuffs and wraps, metal etched designs, Sterling silver, gemstone and Swarovski Crystal and much more, Silver Aspen Studio has beautiful necklaces, bracelets and earrings for all budgets; all handmade in Parker.

Available by appointment or online at Silveraspenstudio.com

Our custom Picture Framing & Art Gallery provides custom framing for your Sports Jerseys, Limited Editions, Originals, Canvases & So Much More!

Check our our Newest “LJ Gallery Moments” where we take YOUR photo/jpg and put them on Aluminum, Acrylic or Painted Canvas!

We also have LOCAL Artists Artwork in the Gallery for purchase. Shop in our store located at 19501 E. Mainstreet, Suite 103 Parker, CO 80138 or online at www.BeautifulArtPictureFraming.com

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COOKIELICIOUSNESS

SILVER ASPEN STUDIO

We create natural, handcrafted personal care products and home goods, as well as infused salts, sugars, and spice blends designed to help you embrace your inner glow and gather your friends & family to spread joy. Available online at www.glowandgather.com

ALISON KELLEY DESIGNS

A self-taught metalsmith and jewelry designer, Alison enjoys making gemstone and crystal jewelry, as well as metal fabricated pieces made of sterling silver, gold, copper or brass.

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Cookieliciousness specializes in beautiful and delicious frosted sugar cookies as well as decadent gourmet cookies including our best selling Salted Caramel, Cranberry Orange Oatmeal, and Double Chocolate Peppermint cookies. www.cookieliciousness.com

RO+CO LTD

All-natural soy candles available in 15 amazing scents, infused with therapeutic-grade essential oils . All our candles are eco-friendly, Phthalate free and hand poured in Colorado!

Shop online at www.etsy.com/shop/ROANDCOLTD

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DESERT ROSE DESIGNS

Unique gifts and custom creations, including shawls, scarves, hats, stuffies and more...the best items made from the finest materials. We also create fully customizable, woodburned art. If you can dream it, we can help you realize it. All items are handmade in CO. www.facebook.com/love.desertrosedesigns

THE EMBELLISHED ROSE

Fresh roses with words, logos even photos printed on them. Great for birthdays, holidays, anniversaries and other special occasions. We also offer a full range of handmade gift baskets. Visit our store, located at 133 County Road 17, #E1B, Elizabeth, Colorado 80107 or shop online at theembellishedrose.com

THE OLDE WILLOW HERBAL MERCANTILE

We personally make our own handcrafted herbal remedies for your physical and emotional well-being. Kim and EmmaLee are a mother-daughter team of Master Certified Herbalists using only the freshest of herbs, tried and true recipes and listening hearts.

We would be blessed to help you! Visit us online at theoldewillowherbalmercantile.com or come see us at 45938 Sun Country Dr. Elizabeth, CO 80107

SPRING’S STICKY BLING

Providing custom vinyl designs for work and play.

Shop online through our Facebook page at www. facebook.com/Spring’sStickyBling

JENNIFER SKALECKE FINE ART

Beautiful hand painted ornaments, custom glassware and acrylic on canvas paintings. Perfect pieces for gifts for special occasions, during the holidays, or adding gorgeous accents to your own home. Visit Jennifer’s Etsy shop to see examples of her gorgeous work and find something special! www.etsy.com/shop/JenniferSkaleckeArt

LIKEWOAH CROCHETED

Cozy Crocheted Goods including wool blankets, warm beanies, infinity scarves, fringe scarves and more. Sales from products at Likewoah Crocheted benefit Planned Parenthood.

Shop online at www.etsy.com/shop/ LikewoahCrocheted

MELLIVORA

Locally made in Colorado, our leggings are made of recycled material. All designed from real photography & real adventure.

Crafted to Inspire. Check out the amazing designs online at www.mellivoraco.com

WORLD IN PENCIL

World in Pencil is a collection of quirky and wonderful Colorado wildlife drawings by award winning, local artist Christine Benson. Available this holiday season are notecards, Christmas cards, selected individually or in assorted holiday boxes, ready to be given as gifts. Other gifts include small framed prints and pencil sets. Contact the artist at high_altitudes@yahoo.com for more information or to place an order.

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