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GIFT GUIDE
“Away in a Manger” Christmas ornament, $11. Attic Antiques, 205-991-6887.
Custom engraved 18” Ramsay necklace, $159; and 18” Margaret necklace with pearls and Ramsay locket, $219. ExVoto Vintage Jewelry, 205-538-7301.
Donate $75 to Homewood Community Grief Support and receive a handmade memorial luminary to light in remembrance of a lost loved one. communitygriefsupport.org
Plush stuffed animals from Ganz and Dasha make the perfect stocking stuffer for little dancers, $12-21. Applause Dancewear, 205-871-7837. OVER THE MOUNTAIN JOURNAL Christmas
GIFT GUIDE 2021
We’ve made the rounds to some of our favorite area merchants, who just happen to be our valued advertisers, to check on Santa’s supply chain situation, and we are happy to report there’s plenty of stuff on the shelves! Shopping local (and early!) is great for our economy, Santa’s stress level and most importantly everyone on your shopping list. To help you get started we’ve put together a list of great gift ideas that, at press time Monday, were still available! e
Complete your holiday decor with this Peking Handicraft 18”x18” hooked wool pillow, $64. A large selection of pillows offer various sizes and patterns. The Christmas Shoppe At Crestline Pharmacy, 205-871-0317
The Beloved Book is an heirloom shower and wedding guest book, the perfect holiday gift for engaged and soon-to-be engaged couples. Gift certificates and local pickup available. charmingscribe.etsy.com Personalize your Marla Aaron lock necklace, $240, with Zoe Chicco charms, starting at $95 per charm. Exclusively available at Etc..., 205-335-7912. “The Village Tree” candle, $52, commemorates Bromberg’s 185th year in business. The hand-poured candles by Homewood Candle Co. feature an illustration of Bromberg’s Village Tree by Birmingham artist Holly Hollon. Bromberg’s, 205-871-3276.
Fresh gift cards from your neighborhood Piggly Wiggle are the perfect stocking stuffer. thepigbham.com.
Make perfect bacon in the microwave every time with the Bacon Mug by Anthony Stoneware Pottery. The Cook Store, 205- 879-5277. Montblanc’s classic Meisterstück gold-coated ballpoint pen, $425. Barton-Clay Jewelers, 205-871-7060.
Perfect for all ages, Runamok pure maple syrup, $21.99, comes in a variety of flavors, including Sparkle Syrup, infused with edible sparkles. Wild Birds Unlimited, 205-823-6500. Afghan Kilim hand woven rugs are available in sizes 2x3 to 9x12, starting at $40. The Rug Bug Designs - Shops of Grand River Outlets, 205-392.2151. Shop the clean and woody scent of Byredo’s best selling fragrance, Gypsy Water, $190-270. Gus Mayer, 205-870-3300.
Vintage, handcrafted Mark Robert’s stocking holder Christmas fairies, $95. Roman Brantley, 205-460-1224 Diamond and gold bracelets, from $1,900-2,850. JB & Co., 205-478-0455.
Cookie tins, starting at $26, are the perfect sweet gift for friends, neighbors and for corporate gifting. Cookie Fix Homewood, 205-582-2623; Cahaba Heights 205-848-8001.
Cute and comfortable faux fur slippers, $38, are available in pale pink, ivory and black. Marguerite’s Conceits, 205-879-2730. Henhouse Antiques’ signature scent and Frasier Fir candles, $23 each. Henhouse Antiques, 205-918-0505. Shop a wide variety of vintage sterling jewelry, featuring assorted styles and prices. Hanna Antiques Mall, 205-323-6036.
Angel notecards in three designs, includes 14 foldover cards, blank inside 3.75” x 5.25” and 14 lined envelopes, $29.50 per set. Baker Lamps & Linens, 205-981-3330. Celebrate your beloved pet with an ornament, $60. Becky Best Artist, bbest1958@gmail.com Explore a great selection of designer bracelets, including this Hermes bracelet. Second Hand Rose, 205-970-7997.
The Holiday Seasonal Tasting Box, $14, includes four mini sample cups of seasonal flavors - Gingerbread, Almond Amaretto, Salted Caramel Pretzel and Classic Chocolate (GF). Daughter’s Baking, 205-637-6238.
The Ugg robe is perfect for Southern winters. Available in a variety of colors and sizes, from $98-130. The Lingerie Shoppe, 205-871-8994.
Alabama charcuterie board crafted in Alabama exclusively for Alabama Goods. $59.99
2933 18th Street South
Homewood, AL 35209 www.alabamagoods.com Facebook.com/alabamagoods Instagram.com/alabamagoods
Happy Holidays!
from Wild Birds Unlimited
2701 Cahaba Road | Mountain BrookVillage 205.871.7060 | bartonclay.com
5TH ANNUAL Gifts of Art
Thursday, Dec. 2 - 10 a.m.-7 p.m
njoy one-of-kind works of
Eart crafted by a dozen handselected Alabama artists, working in ceramics, glass, wood, silver, and fabric, plants and more. Functional, wearable, decorative and Alabama-inspired items. Great gift ideas! Rain or shine, this indoor show takes place in the beauty and comfort of the Aldridge Gardens gallery in Hoover. FREE ADMISSION.
3530 LORNA ROAD HOOVER, AL 35216 aldridgegardens.com
BIRDFOOD FEEDERS GARDEN ACCENTS UNIQUE GIFTS
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Elizabeth Locke Jewels feature hoops and charms in hammered 19k gold. Rex Harris Fine Jewelry, 205-871-3333 Celebrate the holidays with a spectacular display of your favorite music of the season! RMT Youth Ensembles perform alongside Birmingham’s best talent to warm your heart and set the stage for a magical holiday season. Tickets start at $25. Red Mountain Theatre, 205-383-1718. Dragonfly Fragrances candles, from $28, are hand-poured in the USA using premium wax and fragrance oils in unique vessels. Christine’s on Canterbury, 205-871-8297.
The Cocoon House print silk twist poncho is one size fits all, $118. Town & Country Clothes, 205-871-7909. Non-irritating retinol helps get rid of acne, improves tone and texture and gives you the perfect overall glow for the holidays. Gunn Dermatology, 205-415-7536. Gold-filled Enewton stackable bracelets, necklaces, earrings and rings. The Village Poodle, 205-423-5443. Reflections on the Existence of God, $20, a series of essays written by Richard Simmons. Available online at richardesimmons3.com and at local retailers, 205-789-3471. Add some glow to the holidays with classic and beautiful 14k yellow gold dangle earrings, $800. WallaceBurke Fine Jewelry & Art, 205-874-1044.
Small Batch gourmet mustard- in an Alabama handmade crock. Mountain Brook Olive Co., 205-703-9003. Digital Drum Sticks, $19.99, include many cool features for your young rock star, including three drum sounds, rhythm and light effects. Snoozy’s/george, 205-871-2662.
Give the smartest gift in town, a membership to McWane Science Center. mcwane.org.
Birmingham Home soy candles come in five scents representing: Magic City, Vulcan, Botanical Gardens, Railroad Park, and Sloss Furnaces. Alabama Goods, 205-803-3900. Lafonn necklaces, starting at $195, are made with sterling silver and feature a platinum bond and simulated stones. Southeastern Jewelers, 205-980-9030.
Let TruBlue help catch up on your honey-do lists, $249 for three hours. Holiday décor, leaky faucets, grab bars, hinges, door knobs, pressure wash, replace ceiling lights and filters and other small projects around the house. TruBlue, 205-839-3838.
Leaf & Flower CBD instant damage correction shampoo and conditioner, $37 each. Salon Summit, 205-518-0406. Beautiful Christmas Angel, 6” x 6” on wood, is created with a stucco-gel mixture, $45. Tricia’s Treasures, 205-871-9779. Tickets to The World Games 2022 in Birmingham, Alabama. Two gold medal championship tickets, commemorative hat, and gift card, package, $99. TWG2022.com/holiday
Glow on the go. Get them what they really want, healthy glowing skin, Glow on the go $99 ($250 value). Smart Skin Med Get them what they really want, healthy glowing skin Spa, 205- 968-1301 $99 ($250 value)
Oil change and tire rotation package, includes five quarts of Dexos Full Synthetic Oil, filter, tire rotation and multi-point vehicle inspection. Additional oil extra cost. Excludes diesels. Some exclusions may apply. Please present coupon at time of write-up. Cannot be combined with other offers. See dealer for details. Holiday offer expires 11/30/21. Edwards Chevrolet, 205-716-3300. 14K chain link bands start at $729. 14K Elongated link earrings start at $350. Paper Clip chains start at $499. Shay’s Jeweler’s, 205-978-5880.
Over the Mountain Candle Company Laundry Soap, in a variety of fragrances, is phthalate and paraben free. 16 oz., $14, and 32 oz., $26. The Clotheshorse, 205-823-9144.
Celebrate the holidays in royal fashion with Jewel Princess Barbie, $35. Mary Charles’ Doll House, 205-870-5544.
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Your loved ones will enjoy the gift of art all year with a membership to the Birmingham Museum of Art. Birmingham Museum of Art, 205-254-2565. A gift membership in the Friends of Birmingham Botanical Gardens is a wonderful way to support BBG. Birmingham Botanical Gardens, 205-414-3950.
Dorm Decor’s fur eye mask are lined in velvet and create total darkness for the best sleep. Available in five colors. Dorm Decor, (888) 874-8778.
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60 CHURCH STREET CRESTLINE VILLAGE 205-871-0317
HANNA
ANTIQUES MALL
No supply chain issues here at Hanna Antiques just rooms and rooms of antiques, curiosities and fun!
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Some construction sets are made for older ages, but never fear, SmartMax is here. Sets ranging from $24.99-39.99 feature large colorful pieces that are a safe alternative for younger kids.
The award-winning Candy Claw Machine, $39.99, pairs construction with play as kids build their own working candy claw machine.
If bath time is a chore for your little one, the Yookidoo Flow N’ Fill Spout, $29.99, is a bathtub toy featuring an automated water spout and stackable cups that Simpson said can keep your kid interested for hours.
Not ready to spring for the puppy this year? Perfect Petzzz, $39.99, are handmade pets that not only look lifelike, they “breathe.” They are a great way to give your kid a sense of pet ownership.
Simpson also noted that the easily inflatable AirFort, $54.99, is still all the rage.
For the child who loves to write, the
Scentimals stationery sets, $29.99,
allow kids to design their own candyscented stationery.
Mary Charles' Doll House
Dolls, Doll Houses and Miniatures
Holiday Hours Open Tue. - Sat., starting 11/30 Open Mon. - Sat., starting 12/13 Open Christmas Eve 10am - 2pm 1901 Oxmoor Rd. | Homewood 205-870-5544
The ever-popular LEGO Star Wars sets, $19.99-99.99. The award-winning Candy Claw Machine, $39.99.
When it comes time to stuff stockings, Simpson has some fast favorites.
If your kid loves to draw, grab a pack of Scentimals Candy-Scented
Markers, $3.99.
There is always room for a Moon Ball, $7.99, which comes in different colors, all with super-bouncing abilities.
Among things Simpson is really loving are tactile toys that keep kids’ hands busy. As far as fidget toys go, his favorites are by Nee Doh, $3.99, and Loopy Loopers, $7.99.
The ever-popular thinking putty line Crazy Aaron’s has a line of Mini Putty jars, $3, in a range of colors and styles. The Water Bomber Drift remote control car, $69.99, has a built-in water bullet shooter.
SmartMax sets ranging from $24.99-39.99 feature large colorful pieces that are a safe alternative for younger kids. From page 26 character.
Jones has also stocked a selection of Smart LED Rainbow Lights, $49.99, that kids can use to decorate their rooms and customize.
Kids who can’t get enough of stuffed animals will love squeezing Squishmallows, $29.99, supersoft plush toys that come in a variety of characters and creatures.
Purse Pets, $39.99, aren’t just a purse, they come to life with big eyes that blink as they sing.
Jones also has found that gymnastics mats, $74.99, are popular this year with kids who love physical play, whether it’s jumping, flipping or rolling.
The Retevis Walkie Talkies, $29.99, are more than just fun tools, they also come in bright colors with built-in flashlights.
Playmobil is a standard at Snoozy’s, but this year, Jones has identified the
Playmobil Volkswagen T1 Camping
Bus, $49.99, as his favorite play car.
Stuffing stockings is a breeze for
U-Bot, $69.99, connects to your phone and accommodates hands-free filming.
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The Gel-Blaster, $69.99, is a projectile that shoots biodegradable water “gellets” over 100 feet. Jones, who stocks a wide variety of smaller items.
Tactile toys are still on the rise, according to Jones. It’s all about things you can pop, squish and click. A great tactile toy to stuff in your stocking is Dope Slime, $14.99, which is more marshmallow-y than slime-y and comes in fun flavors such as ice cream and star frost.
Another popular trend continuing this season are blind packages like SqueezyMates, $5.99. The collectible mini figures are squishy versions of your favorite NFL players.
The Drop rainbow bath light, $14.99, will liven up bath time. Just drop it in the tub, Jones said, and it will light up the water.
Those with an affinity for fashion will love Watchitude glow watches, $19.99, with silicone bands that come in a variety of colors and designs.
One of the most popular card games this year is Taco, Cat, Goat, Cheese, Pizza, $12.99. The game is a match between spoken word and a fast-paced card game.
The Playmobil Volkswagen T1 Camping Bus, $49.99, and car, $39.99, are two of Jones’ favorites.
Purse Pets, $39.99, aren’t just a purse, they come to life with big eyes that blink as they sing.
If we have not heard from you by 5 pm of the friday before the press date, your ad will run as is. Thank you for your prompt attention.
