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2 0 1 5 H O L I DAY G I F T G U I D E
Eclectic Home Furnishings and Gifts
2205 bandywood drive in green hills nashville, tn 37215 www.margischair.com • 615.463.3322
ANDERSON DESIGN GROUP STUDIO STORE Looking for unique locally designed and made gifts? The Anderson Design Group Studio Store has the area’s widest selection of Nashville-made prints, calendars, books, artisan foods, and gifts. Create your own gift basket filled with local treats and have it shipped anywhere in the USA. Browse the awardwinning Spirit of Nashville Collection of classic Music City prints, books, and gifts and find the perfect gift for that special someone. From now until December 31, get a signed and numbered copy of the new National Parks coffee table book or the 10th Anniversary Spirit of Nashville book. The store is located at 116 29th Avenue N. in Nashville. Open from 9 to 5:30 Monday–Friday and 11 to 4 Saturday. Shop online at: www.ADGstore.com.
LEVY’S Levy’s is proud to introduce King’s Crown, the crème de la crème in luxury shaving, to Nashville, Tennessee. Elegantly designed, in true Italian master craftsmanship of Firenze (Florence), each piece is exclusive, authentic, and sure to lend more than a touch of elegance to the bathroom. From the hand-carved rosewood handles to the badger-hair shave brushes, King’s Crown exudes class, quality, and exclusivity. Levy’s Clothier For Men & Women, 3900 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 36, Nashville, TN 37215, 615-383-2800, www.levysclothes.com.
BUD’S LIQUORS & WINES
King’s Crown 1744
CINDI EARL FINE JEWELRY Cindi Earl specializes in fashionforward fine jewelry featuring the best of American and European designers, including Alex Sepkus, Armenta, Sethi Couture, The Mazza Company, to name a few. Pictured is the Sagittarius (December) Zodiac Pendant and all months are available. The diamonds are placed according to the stars of the constellation that make up each Zodiac sign. Cindi Earl Fine Jewelry, 5101 Harding Road, Nashville, TN 37205, 615-353-1823, www.cindiearl.com.
Zodiac Constellation Pendants in Silver with Diamonds, $150
Evan Williams Bourbon Egg Nog...A Southern Tradition! Just $10.99. A traditional Southernstyle eggnog blended with Kentucky Straight Bourbon with velvety custard flavor and subtle aromas of cinnamon and nutmeg. Delivering Holiday cheer since 1976. Bud’s Liquors & Wines, 2139 Abbott Martin Road, located in Green Hills, 615-292-7871.
ALL ABOUT ART GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAMING All About Art Gallery & Custom Framing is a family business conveniently located in Hendersonville, TN. The gallery proudly showcases a large selection of original works and giclées by local and international artists, including Joel Knapp, Frank Gee, Streater Spencer, Mildred Jarrett, Ronald Baldwin, Jade Reynolds, Pino, Anna Razumovskaya, G. Harvey, Andy Thomas, Vickie Warner, and MANY more—catering to every taste, style, and budget. The gallery also offers a large selection of unique Christmas décor, handmade jewelry and accessories, as well as a wide variety of services including conservation custom framing, digital scanning, photo restoration and printing, art and frame repair, and in-home design consultation. The Gallery has moved on to the next generation and is celebrating the proud new ownership by Joy and Adam Baker, long-time residents of Hendersonville. Gift certificates available.
Vickie Warner, Tranquil Mood All About Art Gallery & Custom Framing, City Square Shopping Center, 260 West Main Street, Suite 209B, Hendersonville, TN 37075, 615-826-9880, www.allaboutartgallery.com.
BARKER DIAMOND
PAPER AND INK ARTS
With stunning pieces starting at $50, Barker Diamond is so much more than diamonds! Discover Tennessee River Freshwater Pearl Jewelry or stylish pieces with sapphires, rubies, tanzanites, and gemstones of all colors. Always high quality with great value. Shop early for that special custom piece she’s been wishing for. Personal service with integrity. Family owned and operated since 2000. Free gift wrapping makes shopping easy! Off the beaten path with plenty of available free parking. Open Monday–Friday 10:30 to 5:30, Saturdays in December 11 to 3. After hours by appointment.
Paper and Ink Arts specializes in calligraphy and lettering supplies and fine art materials. Imported nibs, handmade pen holders, instructional books, and specialty inks combine to make our inventory second to none. Whether you are a beginner, hobbyist, or professional calligrapher, we have the supplies you need. Our staff is trained to help you choose the tools to get started or to perfect your craft. Come by today and let us help you build the perfect gift set for the aspiring calligrapher or the seasoned professional.
Barker Diamond Company in the Kinnard Building, 2200 21st Avenue S., Suite 106, 615-292-1212, www.barkerdiamond.com.
Paper and Ink Arts, 240 Great Circle Road, Suite 328, Nashville, TN 37228, 615-770-9902, www.paperinkarts.com.
CENTENNIAL ART CENTER Centennial Art Center’s Annual Holiday Sale is a stellar destination to find great deals for the art lovers on your holiday shopping list. Starting November 13, the Art Center’s students and staff will be displaying and selling their handcrafted artwork in the gallery. These handmade treasures include pottery, sculpture, painting, jewelry, holiday ornaments, greeting cards, and much more. The Holiday Sale will open with a reception Friday, November 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. This festive Opening Reception is free and open to the public and is always a highlight of the holiday season. The exhibit and sale will continue through December 16. Gallery Hours are Monday– Thursday, 9–5. All purchases must be made with cash or check. Stop by and see us! Centennial Art Center is located at 301 25th Avenue N., Nashville, TN 37203 in the northeast corner of Centennial Park. For more information, please call 615-812-2896 or visit www.nashville.gov/cac or email joshua.wagner@nashville.gov.
HAYMAKERS & CO.
WALLPAPER & DESIGNER HOME CONSIGNMENT We are Wallpaper and Designer Home Consignment, a locally owned, in-stock and special-order wallpaper and consignment store. House and Home named us Best Source for Wallpaper in Nashville 2015. The largest special-order wallpaper book library in Tennessee, including designers like Ronald Redding, Candice Olson, and Nina Campbell, is available for you. Our 5,000-squarefoot showroom is packed full of consignment furniture, home décor, and art from local homes and designers. We have styles ranging from mid-century to high-end French antiques. From trendy to classic and traditional to unique, we are your destination for items to help you express your unique style. Wallpaper, Trapp candles, and Consignment items, 3701 Gallatin Pike, Nashville, TN 37216, 615-679-0204, Monday–Saturday 10 to 5, Sunday 12 to 5, www.wallpaperanddecor.com.
Moore & Giles, headquartered in Lynchburg, Virginia, blends functionality, craftsmanship, and refined leathergoods flawlessly. Known as the primary leather source for Restoration Hardware, Moore & Giles English bullhide Italian tanned leather is the best on the market and just Moore & Giles Benedict gets more beautiful Weekender Bag – $860 with wear. The perfect partner for a weekend getaway, the Benedict weekender bag features ample interior and expandable sides ensuring easy packing and access. This style folds flat for easy storage and includes a padded leather shoulder strap that can be securely attached when needed. A great companion on or off the road and a fan favorite. Shown here in the Titan Milled Honey Leather but also available in Bison Leather. Haymakers & Co., 3307 West End Avenue, 37203, 615-810-9442, www.haymakersandco.com.
FABU
HATWRKS Happy 150th to the American classic STETSON HATS! With the extensive selection at hatWRKS, you’ll find the perfect fit for your head and style, old school or relevant as ever—kinda like us. hatWRKS, 1027 8th Avenue S., 615-491-9009, www.hatWRKS.com.
SKIN MD Gift cards available for customized facials, laser treatments, Botox® and microdermabrasion. SkinMD—Artfully Applied Cosmetic Dermatology, 4515 Harding Pike, Suite 310, 615-279-5656, Monday–Thursday 8–4:30, www.skinmdpllc.com.
Give her what she really wants … anything from FABU! This beautiful jewelry from Anne-Marie Chagnon of Montreal, Québec, would be sure to please your special someone. FABU offers an extensive selection of unusual, affordable jewelry, clothing for women of all ages, gifts for everyone—from babies to grandparents! Hostess gifts are our specialty. Find everything you’ll need for the giftgiving season in historic Sylvan Park at the blue Victorian house. Monday–Saturday 10 to 6, Shop & Sip Thursdays 6 to 8, Sunday 1 to 5. Call for extended holiday hours. FABU, 4606 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209, 615-383-0505, shopfabu.com. Follow shopfabu on twitter, facebook.com/shopfabu, instagram.com/fabunashville.
CARTER VINTAGE GUITARS Carter Vintage is the home of “guitar love” in Nashville, with over a thousand cool and collectible instruments—not to mention a full line of pedals, strings, capos, T-shirts, books, ball caps ... Open every day except major holidays.
RINJUEL RINjuel specializes in bespoke contemporary jewelry, hand fabricated in Nashville by Erin + Matt Herb. Featured is an 18K gold, lapis, and diamond ring.
Carter Vintage Guitars, 625 8th Avenue S., Nashville, 37203, 615-915-1851, www.cartervintage.com.
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FRIST CENTER FOR THE VISUAL ARTS GIFT SHOP The Shop at the Frist is a unique shopping opportunity featuring Tennessee artisans and worldwide fair trade items. There is something for every member of your family and friends. Frist Center gift certificates and gifts of membership are also great holiday options. Open 7 days a week. No admission charge to shop. Parking is free with gift shop purchase of $50 or more. Free gift wrapping. Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway, Nashville, TN 37203, 615-744-3990, www.fristcenter.org.
BENNETT GALLERIES
DOSE.
Not only is Bennett Galleries one of the finest art and framing galleries in Middle Tennessee, we also have wonderful gifts. We have exquisite frames from Olivia Riegel and L’Objet and sterling silver frames from Tizo, as well as a huge selection of ready-made frames for every taste. Drop by Bennett Galleries to see our selection of handmade ceramics, sculpture, pewter accessories, easels, and candles. Bennett Galleries has something for everyone on your list. If you can’t decide, a gift certificate is a great way to make that hard to please someone on your list very happy.
Stylish 12 and 16 oz. Dose. tumblers from planetary design. These double walled, vacuum insulated tumblers come in either brushed steel or high gloss scratch resistant white. Now featuring 100% spill proof lid, these rugged travelers are perfect for in the car or the great outdoors.
Bennett Galleries, 2104 Crestmoor Road, Nashville, TN 37215, 615-297-3201, www.bennettgalleriesnashville.com.
3431 Murphy Road, Nashville, TN 37203, 615-457-1300, www.dosecoffeeandtea.com.
WEHO HOLIDAY MARKET
ART AND INVENTION GALLERY Art & Invention Gallery focuses on inventiveness in fine art, craft, jewelry, and original furniture. Located in the heart of East Nashville’s 5 Points, Art & Invention has been a local favorite for 15 years. The gallery offers a wide variety of artistic styles and price ranges geared to fit everyone’s budget. This makes Art & Invention Gallery a great place to do your art and gift shopping throughout the year! Pictured is pottery by Bill Campbell featuring his signature crystalline glaze.
One of Nashville’s biggest event spaces near downtown is also on the edge of the Wedgewood/ Houston (nicknamed WeHo) neighborhood. Historically this district has been home for many artist studios and today flourishes with dozens of venues, commercial galleries, artist-run studios, and co-working spaces. The WeHo Holiday Market & Art Crawl in Track One is a neighborhood celebration of local artisans, designers, curators, makers, and artists. Enjoy Live DJ Sets by Amerigo Gazaway, DJ Rate, and Shake the Forest while you eat, drink, and shop a dynamic holiday market and art crawl on December 5 & 6. Find us on Instagram and Twitter @wehomarket and www.wehomarket.com.
Art & Invention Gallery, 1106 Woodland Street, Nashville, TN 37206, 615-226-2070, Friday–Saturday 11 to 6, Sunday Noon to 5, Monday–Thursday by appointment, Holiday Hours (beginning right after Thanksgiving): Open 7 Days a Week 11 to 6:30, www.artandinvention.com.
JACK YACOUBIAN JEWELERS
Family owned for three generations, the showroom is located in Downtown Franklin at 114 Third Avenue S., Franklin, TN 37064, 615-224-3698, www.jackyacoubianjewelers.com.
MEMBERSHIP AT THE COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM A Gift of Membership to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum will delight the music lovers in your life, while helping preserve our musical heritage for all time. Membership includes: unlimited Museum admission; entrance to hundreds of educational and family programs; member exclusive exhibit previews and special member events like The Big Gig; discounted tours of Historic RCA Studio B and Hatch Show Print; discounts at the Museum Store, Circa, 2|22, Bajo Sexto, and more! Gift of Membership: Individual Membership $45, Family Membership $100, Troubadour Society (for young leaders ages 40 and under) $60. CountryMusicHallOfFame.org/membership.
PAUL LEQUIRE & COMPANY Tucked into the heart of Green Hills in Greenbriar Village, Paul LeQuire & Company is a unique addition to the eclectic experience that is Green Hills. Known to many and discovered daily by local patrons and visitors to the Nashville metropolis, it has quickly become the “go to” boutique gallery for personal, private, and corporate finds. Whether you’re shopping for a special or commissioned piece of art, the perfect remembrance, unique jewelry, a corporate gift, or rare treasure, Paul LeQuire & Company is your one-stop destination. PLC offers beautiful, affordable two- and three-dimensional works of art and artisan gifts from over 20 local artists and artisans. Come and experience the bountiful collections carefully gathered to meet your personal and corporate acquisition and giving expectations. For your convenience, Paul LeQuire & Company offers gift service, gift registry, and gift delivery to indulge even the most discriminating purchaser, gift-giver, or collector. Paul LeQuire & Company, 3900 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215, 615-739-6573, www.paullequireandcompany.com
Clay art by Al Sherick
COME.SIT.STAY
VISAGE MED ART
come.sit.stay pet boutique offers the finest in everything dog. Our accessories are fun, functional, and stylish. Sweaters are preppy (argyles or stripes), sophisticated (in the mood for “Chanel”?) or just silly (“I’m Ready for Yappy Hour”). Palatepleasing treats are often farm to table, ALWAYS human grade, and sourced in the US. Cotton twill and faux leather beds are made to support yet gently coddle your precious ones. The selection of handmade US collars and leashes will satisfy those who want only the best. Don’t forget our guaranteed impossibleto-destroy toys, made in America from recycled products; so eco and wallet friendly. Shop with us soon. Kai and Bodhi look forward to shaking your paw.
VISAGE Skin Essentials
Belle Meade Plaza Shopping Center, 4522 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205, 615-473-7910.
VISAGE Skin is a carefully edited collection of powerful skin-care products created specifically for VISAGE MedArt by Dr. Marek Kacki. Each product contains the most effective, clinically proven active ingredients available today. Lypoderm 0.5oz – Deep penetrating moisturizer, effective on all skin types; Potent-C 10mL – 20% stable Vitamin-C, powerful antioxidant, anti-aging; Eye Maxx 7.5mL – Highly effective eye cream with Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide and Phenylepherine. Visage Med Art, 359 Clofton Drive, Nashville, TN 37221, 615-646-9770, www.VISAGEMedArt.com.
M. FLORITA JEWELRY “Look at the jewelry by owner Marrah Florita and you can tell she is a Nashville native. With three different collections, her City and Skyline pieces impart a piece of Music City into wearable art that shows off great taste and local love.” –Nashville Lifestyles magazine. Her line also includes a signature collection of hand-stamped personalized charms in a variety of metals. Custom designs are available. You can shop on her website at www.mfloritajewelry.com or visit her studio at Track One in Wedgewood/Houston by appointment only. For gift ideas, come see her collection at a special Trunk Show in her studio on December 5 & 6 for the WeHo Holiday Market & Art Crawl at 1201 4th Avenue S., Suite 114, 37210. Find her on Instagram and Twitter @mfloritajewelry or email mfloritajewelry@gmail.com with any questions or requests.
BELLA REGALI – UNIQUE GIFTS Bring your holiday list and visit our unique and very affordable shop. We have gifts for EVERYONE on your list!! Come shop with us at Bella Regali! Bella Regali – the gift shop at the car wash! 212 White Bridge Road, Nashville, TN 37209, 615-356-9290, www.bellaregaligifts.com.
BUCCA REFLEXOLOGY FOOT SPA
HATCH SHOW PRINT’S HALEY GALLERY Give the gift of iconic American letterpress this holiday season! Visit Hatch Show Print’s Haley Gallery at 224 5th Avenue South to view other works from Master Printer Jim Sherraden— contemporary interpretations and celebrations of the classic blocks of Hatch Show Print. Stroll through the Haley Gallery and also enjoy the historic restrikes of original wood blocks from the Hatch Show Print collection, all available for purchase.
Give the gift of relaxation! Bucca Reflexology Foot Spa offers the ultimate in a boutique spa experience. Each guest is treated to a personalized session with our thousand-count pillowcases, plush seasonal throws, and soothing eye masks. Our staff of certified Chinese therapists can customize any treatment to address any personal ailment, headache, or stress tension. Table and Chair Massages are available. Gift cards may be purchased by calling 615-678-4598 or by visiting the Spa. Bucca Reflexology Foot Spa, located across the street from St. Thomas Hospital, 4231 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205, open daily 10–9, www.buccareflex.com.
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WEST MEADE WINE & LIQUOR MART Fill up on holiday cheer—find the perfect bottle of wine, beer, and spirits for your festivities at West Meade Wine & Liquor Mart, Nashville’s landmark wine store since 1975! Toast someone special in a special way with gifts from our Reserve Room, including boutique wines, exquisite vintages, and limited-run spirits. Feel free to ask our knowledgeable staff for gift recommendations and pairing advice for your holiday meals. We are always pleased to offer expertise, help plan an event, or recommend one of our favorites for you to try. Wishing you and yours a joyous holiday season! West Meade Wine & Liquor Mart, at the split of Highways 70 and 100, 615-352-3001, www.westmeadewines.com.
BANG CANDY Treat somebody this holiday season with some deliciously fun bark from Nashville’s own Bang Candy. Using a base of excellent quality Belgian chocolate in both dark and white, Bang Candy has added a few special elements to turn this staple into a magical experience, those being natural colors and ingredients, popping candy, and a sprinkling of sparkle! With three delicious flavors to pick from— Sparkle Bark (peppermint), Firecracker (cayenne and cinnamon), and Bark in the Dark (lemon, lavender, ginger)—they are sure to be the perfect present for everyone on your list! $25 per canister.
Pop by The Bang Candy Shop in Marathon Village for these goodies and many more; visit Hester and Cook in Berry Hill, or buy online at www.bangcandycompany.com.
STUDIO BE Feast your eyes this holiday season on the original works of 25 artists from 6 states all showing their work at Studio BE. Different artists will show each weekend! Offering large and small handcrafted items perfect for the gift-giving season. There will be jewelry, pottery, food, candles, wall art, and other wonderful treasures. Admission is free and includes lots of sweet treats and holiday spirits to put some fun in the shopping experience. Studio BE is located in the heart of the Richland/Charlotte District across from the library on Charlotte (look for the balloons and the banner!). Hours are on Friday from noon to 9 and on Saturday from 9 to 4. Don’t miss this Handmade Holiday event! Studio BE, 4908B Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, TN 37209, 615-818-0886 (phone), 615-810-9116 (fax), studiobeart@comcast.net, www.cindywunsch.com. Like us on Facebook!
PARNASSUS BOOKS At Nashville’s refuge for lovers of the written word, you’ll find presents for everyone on your list. From kids’ books, to the latest in fiction and non-fiction, to titles for art or music lovers, Parnassus Books can help you with all of your holiday shopping needs. We offer gift certificates and convenient online ordering for shipment anywhere in the US. We also have gift subscriptions to our fabulous Signed First Editions Club in 3-, 6- and 12-month increments. Contact us via phone or check us out online. Parnassus Books, 3900 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37215, 615-953-2243, www.parnassusbooks.net.
HATCH SHOW PRINT ALPHABET PUZZLE This 52-piece set of puzzle tiles utilizes images and typeface from Hatch Show Print’s 137-year-old archive. Handcrafted in the USA, this colorful set is a fun and artful way to learn. This and many other great locally made gifts are available at Hatch Show Print and online. Stores.CountryMusicHallOfFame.org.
BELLE MEADE PREMIUM CIGARS AND GIFTS Belle Meade Premium Cigars and Gifts is a locally owned store that sells the finest cigars, gifts, pipes, and tobacco-related products in town! Swing by the Belle Meade Premium Cigars and Gifts store today to purchase the finest tobacco in town … you don’t even have to leave the store to sample your purchase! The store is complete with a smoking lounge where cigar connoisseurs relax, smoke, and enjoy themselves. Come to the Belle Meade Premium Cigar and Gifts store this holiday season.
VINCENT PEACH JEWELRY Vincent Peach Jewelry can be found in the heart of Nashville at the Nash store in the Sheraton Downtown and Rachel’s Boutique in the Hermitage Hotel. Exotic Pearls, Diamonds, and handcrafted Leather, made to be worn. 615-378-1374, info@vincentpeach.com, www.vincentpeach.com.
4518 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN 37205, 615-297-7963, www.bellemeadecigars.com.
THIS LITTLE LIGHT CREATIVE ART GALLERY
FRAMES BY U Whatever your favorite style or color may be—European, American Traditional, or Contemporary—we have a frame for you or anyone on your shopping list. We carry candles, original art, locally made jewelry, and small home accessories for any gift-giving occasion. Frames By U, 2152 N. Gallatin Road, Madison, 615-859-6878, www.framesbyu.net.
Create memories and keepsakes at This Little Light Creative Art Gallery. Choose that perfect present from our gift shop and gallery. Come in and take a two-hour class and make a one-of-akind glass piece for yourself or someone special. Private glass parties and girls’ night out events are welcome. Visit www.this-little-light.com for class descriptions and to make your reservations. Call 615-925-9323 for information and to purchase gift certificates for classes and merchandise. You are going to love playing in glass! This Little Light Creative Art Gallery, 4334 Old Hickory Boulevard, Old Hickory, TN 37138.
THE MALL AT GREEN HILLS The Mall at Green Hills offers shoppers over 100 fine retailers, including many of the world’s top luxury brands exclusive to the region. In the heart of an iconic Nashville neighborhood, visitors will find exceptional stores such as Apple, David Yurman, Dillard’s, Free People, Jimmy Choo, Louis Vuitton, Lilly Pulitzer, Macy’s, Michael Kors, Nordstrom, OMEGA, Restoration Hardware, Sephora, Stuart Weitzman, The Cheesecake Factory, The North Face, Tiffany & Co., and Tory Burch. And remember, The Mall at Green Hills American Express® Gift Card is the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Gift cards are available at the Concierge Desk on the Lower Level near Nordstrom. The Mall at Green Hills also offers complimentary valet, Wi-Fi, and Ticketmaster. For more information, visit shopgreenhills.com.
MUSEUM STORE AT THE COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM Chicago-based musician and painter Jon Langford collaborated with designer-printer Alex MacAskill of Hatch Show Print to create a poster for the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum’s exhibit Dylan, Cash, and the Nashville Cats: A New Music City. This limited-edition poster incorporates Langford’s signature imagery, carved by hand for relief printing, and is available for purchase in the Museum Store and online. Stores.CountryMusicHallofFame.org.
CHEEKWOOD The Gift Shop at Cheekwood is a treasure for finding unique gifts for everyone on your list. This holiday season you’ll find an assortment of beautiful ornaments, stylish scarves and hats, jewelry and other locally made accessories, toys, specialty glass works, Thymes candles, original artwork, and more. Don’t forget, members receive a 10% discount. Cheekwood, 1200 Forrest Park Drive, Nashville, TN 37205, 615-353-6977, www.cheekwood.org.
SOTA POP SHOP Presents aren’t the only things that need to be wrapped this holiday season. Local moms Sophia and Taylor started the Sota Pop Shop for all of your headwrap and baby bib needs! Handmade with love, these madeto-order items are perfect gifts for every age and every stage. sotapopshop@icloud.com, www.etsy.com/shop/SotaPopShop.
GASLAMP ANTIQUES & GASLAMP TOO With nearly 400 dealers, GasLamp Antiques and GasLamp Too welcome visitors and shoppers daily with an eclectic array of home and personal furnishings. Voted Nashville’s Best Antique Store* for a decade, the stores house almost an acre of high-end antiques, vintage favorites, mid-century modern must-haves, gorgeous estate jewelry, original artwork and more. On November 21, be sure to ring in the season as both locations celebrate their Holiday Open House from 10 to 6. This annual gathering features storewide sales, gift card giveaways, refreshments, and the perfect gifts for everyone on your list. Open daily—even on Christmas Eve! Plus, shop their extensive inventory at www.GasLampAntiques.com. *By Nashville Scene voters
JUDITH BRIGHT Artisanal jewelry handmade in Nashville. Great gifts in all price ranges for everyone on your holiday list, starting at $38. Rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and sandalwood bead bracelets. Free gift wrap and shipping always. No-hassle returns. Shop for teens to grandmothers. Let us help you knock it out! Visit our store at 2307 12th Avenue S. between Elmwood and Linden or order online www.JudithBright.com. Call us for questions: 615-269-5600 or email us at info@judithbright.com.
GasLamp Antiques, 100 Powell Place, Suite 200, Nashville 37204, 615-297-2224. GasLamp Too, 128 Powell Place, Nashville 37204, 615-292-2250.
THRIVE. Everything you didn’t think you could find in Nashville. A new perspective on gifts from here and around the world. Come see the store, the brand, the vision. Essential Oils. Jewelry. Textiles. Art. Furniture. Rugs. Baskets. Leather Handbags.
COL. LITTLETON LEATHER GOODS
1100 Fatherland Street, Suite #107, Nashville, TN 37206, 615-944-1534, www.ThriveStores.com. Open 7 days a week, Monday–Saturday 11 to 7, Sunday 11 to 5. Call for extended holiday hours.
The Colonel’s focus is to design and create products that speak to the time-honored traditions that have made this country great, such as handmade craftsmanship, authentic rich leathers, and quality workmanship. “We believe in taking the steps that make something special. Most of our products go to the customer engraved or embossed with their initials or the year in which they purchased the product or received it as a gift. Our products are true Americana, forged as our forefathers intended by people who care and take pride in making a beautiful product.” – Colonel Littleton Shop our products online or in store. Col. Littleton, 135 Mill Street, Lynnville, TN 38472, 1-800-842-4075, www.ColonelLittleton.com.
CIRCA AT THE COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM This hand-crafted piano-wire necklace ($60) is one of the many great gifts available at Circa. We feature locally sourced items as well as Country Music Hall of Fame exclusive merchandise, including apparel inspired by vintage items in the museum’s permanent collection.
CORVIDAE COLLECTIVE GALLERY Corvidae Collective Gallery is unlike anything else you will find in Nashville. We feature emerging and established artists from all over the world with an aesthetic that ranges from pop surrealism, lowbrow, to narrative arts in a variety of mediums. The gallery is located in the heart of the downtown Arts District in the historic Arcade. Join us monthly for the First Saturday Art Crawl during regular gallery hours and for our many events throughout the year. Our ground-floor shop features locally made artisan goods and gifts including a wide range of jewelry. Our second floor is where you will find our main art galleries and a small independent bookstore nook. 11 Arcade (lower level of the historic Arcade), Nashville, TN 37219, 615-251-1609, 11 to 5 Tuesday–Friday and 12–5 Saturday, www.corvidaecollective.net.
THIRD COAST CLAY Third Coast Clay is a paintit-yourself pottery place specializing in fun, creative outings. Our huge selection of naked clay includes everything from dinnerware to dinosaurs. Relax and paint in our big, comfy studio located in the historic Factory at Franklin. Your pottery is fired and ready for pickup in 7 days. Open daily on a drop-in basis and by reservation for groups of 6 or more. Call us to plan your next special occasion, fundraiser, or team-building event. Check our website for current hours and specials. Gift certificates available. Painting deadline for Christmas is December 13! The Factory at Franklin, 230 Franklin Road, Franklin, TN 37064, 615-599-2200, www.thirdcoastclay.com, Winter Hours: Monday–Wednesday 10–7, Thursday– Saturday 10–9, Sunday 1–6, Holiday Hours (Dec 1–Jan 2) Monday–Saturday 10–9, Sunday 1–6 (arrive no later than 90 minutes before close).
NELSON’S GREEN BRIER DISTILLERY Get into the Holiday “Spirit” with libations from Nashville’s own Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery. For the perfect “Gift for the Entertainer” or “Gift for Him” this season, take a cue from the historic distillery resurrected by the fifth-generation grandsons of the pioneering pre-Prohibition founder. Enjoy Belle Meade Bourbon, the limited-edition Belle Meade Bourbon Sherry Cask Finish, and Nelson’s Green Brier Tennessee White Whiskey developed from the original family recipe. The small-batch spirits have received honors from Garden & Gun’s “Made in the South Awards,” Southern Living’s “Food Awards,” and two Double Gold medal accolades from the San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Old No. 5 is back! Products available in the bottle shop and at local retailers. Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery, 1414 Clinton Street, Nashville, TN 37203, 615-913-8800, www.greenbrierdistillery.com.