NICHOLSON VINEYARDS BELLADAWNA SPA Featuring “Celestial Lights� holiday collection by Jane Iredale cosmetics, inspired by the glowing night sky. Shop BellaDawna for luminous gifts for skin, eyes, lips, and cheeks. Bring the radiance of skies home for a bright and joyful holiday season. 7556 Soquel Dr. | (831)688-3203 belladawnaesthetics.com
Nicholson Vineyards is a family-owned winery in the Santa Cruz Mountains. They make award-winning estate Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, other noted varietals, and estate olive oil. Wine and olive oil beautifully packaged in wooden boxes make for great gifts! Open for tasting Saturdays 12-5 (reservations recommended via website). 2800 Pleasant Valley Road, Aptos (831)724-7071 info@nicholsonvineyards.com nicholsonvineyards.com
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SHILSHOL Bags and accessories handmade in Santa Cruz. You’ll find the perfect gift at their retail shop and design studio in downtown Santa Cruz! Shop their full line of handbags and accessories, plus a collection of unique home goods, jewelry and gifts by other independent brands and makers. Current favorites include: handmade leather scrunchies, hand-dyed dried-flower bouquets, tie-dye tote bags and unique hair clips. Also offering curbside pickup and shipping options on their website shilshol.com 109 Locust Street, Santa Cruz (831)440-8933 ig: @shilsholstudio
PACIFIC WAVE A Gift Card to Pacific Wave is the way to go! Pacific Wave has all your favorite surf, skate and snow brands in men’s, women’s and children’s sizes. Friends and family of all ages are sure to find something they love with a Gift Card to Pacific Wave. 1502 Pacific Avenue Downtown Santa Cruz (831)458-9283 | Pacwave.com
DELL WILLIAMS KIANTI’S Buy $40 in Kianti’s gift cards and receive $50 in gift cards through Dec. 24. Kianti’s gift cards make great gifts for the holidays. Treat your family to the Kianti’s experience this holiday season. Enjoy your meal on one of their patios with heaters and a fireplace. Offering curbside, delivery and online ordering. Download the Kianti’s app. Kiantis.com 1100 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz (831)469-4400
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Dell Williams Jewelers is proud to feature an extensive collection from master craftsman Alex Sepkus. These “Candy” rings are available in 18 karat yellow gold, rose gold, or platinum with an array of diamond and colored gemstone mixes. When only the finest will do. 1320 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz (831)423-4100 dellwilliams.com
SOCKSHOP & SHOE CO. Blundstone Boots from Tasmania are perfect for Santa Cruz’s lifestyle. Whether you are walking on the beach, a trail or gardening your feet will thank you. Pair them with Socksmith bootsocks for a comfy & stylish look. Sockshop and Shoe Company has extended holiday hours and you can shop on their new website for added convenience sockshopandshoeco.com. Gift cards can be ordered & mailed on the same day! Located Downtown since 1988, & now in Aptos Village Downtown Santa Cruz, 1515 Pacific Ave. (831)429-6101 Aptos 154 Aptos Village Way (831)612-6495
YOSO THE ANNEX Give the gift of wellness this holiday season. Yoso the Annex is here to support you with treasured self care, intentional living and earthy goods for you or someone special to bring the wellness love home. You can also pick up a gift certificate for a treatment at Yoso Wellness Spa. 109 Cooper St, Downtown Santa Cruz yosowellness.com (831)247-1987
WALLFLOWER BOUTIQUE Original mandala seashell art. One of a kind, hand drawn, Ink on calcium carbonate by local artist Shana Heller 103 Locust Street, Downtown Santa Cruz wallflowersantacruz.com (831)334-3801
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WEST END TAP & KITCHEN AND EAST END GASTROPUB West End Tap & Kitchen and East End Gastropub gift cards are the perfect present for your favorite friends and family members this holiday season! A one-stop shop to support a locally owned restaurant and give the gift of a night “out” or a special night “in” with their take-out option. Enjoy their seasonally changing menu, craft beer, wine and warm, friendly service! westendtap.com 334 Ingalls St, Santa Cruz eastendpub.com 1501 41st Ave, Capitola
HOLIDAY DOZE. Give a restful night and peaceful slumber with infused tinctures, gummies and beverages specially formulated with ingredients like melatonin, CBN, chamomile and valerian root. Choose from the largest menu of premium cannabis brands in Santa Cruz. 3600 Soquel Ave, & 533 Ocean St, Santa Cruz kindpeoples.com.
BAY PHOTO This holiday season, treat your images to the highest quality Photo Ornaments! Photographers love using these as special gifts. Dragand-drop your images into our designs, or use your own artwork. Available in 13 creative shapes. Pricing starts at $12.99 bayphoto.com
DIG GARDENS HOUSEPLANTS from DIG Gardens. Their knowledgable staff can provide assistance with a large selection of beautiful houseplants and wide variety of pots in various shapes and sizes. Plant care instructions included. Available at both DIG Gardens locations in Santa Cruz and Aptos. 420 Water St, Santa Cruz | 7765 Soquel Dr, Aptos diggardens.com
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ETHOS Who needs disposable paper towels when you can use these bad boys instead? Perfect for use as napkins, handkerchiefs, and cleaning up any spills. Use and reuse again and again. You will not miss those paper towels! Purchase in-store at Ethos. 101 Capitola Ave., Capitola, CA 95010 ethossantacruz.com Shipping, local bike delivery and in store pick up options available.
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SWEET ASYLUM Magical Mermaid, Felt, Christmas Tree Ornaments. Designed in Brooklyn and made with love in Kyrgyzstan. $22 All details and stitching are handembroidered. Made from sustainably harvested, locally-sourced merinowool. Fairly traded and made with love. H:7”/17.5cm W:1.5”/4cm L:2.5”/6.5cm 120 San Jose Ave, Capitola, Ca 95010 IG: @sweetasylum sweetasylumboutique.com
Magna-Tiles 48 piece set $74.99 Magna-Tiles 3-D Magnetic Building Tiles are where math, science, and creativity meet. Each brightly colored, translucent shape is lined with magnets. The secret is the unique ability to attract; they always connect! Children develop fine motor skills and become familiar with shapes as they stack, make flat patterns, and build 3-D shapes and structures. The 48-piece deluxe set includes a variety of shapes and colors. Each shape measures approximately 3 inches. Clear Colors. Ages 3 and up. 19B Rancho Del Mar, Aptos, CA 95003 (next to Safeway off State Park Dr.) wonderlandsantacruz.com (831)316-7261
LUMEN GALLERY INDOOR-OUTDOOR SHAG MATS Best mat you will ever purchase! This fun mat by Chilewich won’t fade, shed, or grow algae/mold. Just hose off to clean! Lumen Gallery stocks every color available, and many other home goods. Their shop is full of fine jewelry, art-glass, local art, and high-end home accessories with a modern coastal vibe. Check out their website for a little taste of what you’ll find. lumengal.com 112 Capitola Ave, Capitola Village. (831)295-6647
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MONTEREY BAY ECO TOURS Give the gift of experience this holiday season! Monterey Bay Eco Tours offers year-round 90-minute tours of the Elkhorn Slough, an incredibly diverse eco system jam packed with wildlife. View playful otters, lounging harbor seals, cavorting California sea lions and enjoy world-class bird-watching in comfort and safety aboard the El Catbrand new fully electric catamaran. $43/adults $32/Children and gift certificates are available at montereybayecotours.com or call (831)200-3454
ZINNIA’S GIFT BOUTIQUE Rosy Ring Candles from Zinnia’s make the perfect holiday gift. This Lemon Blossom candle features shells, fruit and assorted fauna and you’ll find them all inside this wonderful-smelling botanical candle. Zinnia’s is an intentional lifestyle brand cultivated on a diverse collection of products built around community and personal connection. You’ll be sure to find something for everyone—and they offer free gift wrapping! zinniasgiftboutique.com | 219c Mt Hermon Rd. Scotts Valley (831)430-9466
TORTILLA FLATS Tortilla Flats Margarita fun pack! Purchase a premium liter of margaritas and you can buy 2 glasses for $20 more, a carafe for $30 or get the whole set for $50. Offer valid on dine-in or to-go orders through Dec. 23. These make great gifts and supplies are limited so don’t delay. 4616 Soquel Dr, Soquel | (831)476-1754 tortillaflatsdining.com
COVEWATER The ONEWHEEL Revolution has been a total game changer. Once you try this electric board you won’t stop riding it! Smiles for miles and big adventures each ride or make your commute a fun playground every day! Two models available, starting price $950. (831)600-72-30 | 726 Water Street | Covewater.com
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SHOPPER’S CORNER A gift card to Shopper’s Corner is sure to make anyone’s holiday special this year. Great for family and friends who love this local institution. You’ll also find a great selection of locally made gifts, wines and treats to make anyone happy this season. 622 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz shopperscorner.com
LOVE LIVIN IN SANTA CRUZ Share your Santa Cruz love with shirts, hats, hoodies, mugs, water bottles, towels and other merchandise! Purchase at: lovelivininsantacruz.com
LESTER ESTATE WINES REFUGE Gift an award-winning outdoor spa experience in Carmel, California. Their serene and silent 2-acre property features a cedar sauna with a Himalayan salt wall, two eucalyptus steam rooms, cold plunge pools, hot pools with thermal waterfalls, and breathtaking views of the Santa Lucia Mountains. All gifts should feel this good. 27300 Rancho San Carlos Rd, Carmel, CA 93923 Refuge.com | (831)620-7360
Grown in their award-winning estate vineyard in Aptos, California, each of their wines are an individual expression of both the land and the winemaker who made them. This holiday season give the gift of wine! Featuring Pinot Noir, Chardonnay & Syrah, their Vineyard Trio is the perfect gift! Purchase at the winery 2000 Pleasant Valley Road, Aptos 95003 online at lesterestatewines.com or call (831)728-3793
SURF CITY SANDWICH Get your friends and family “Stoked on Sandwiches” this holiday season with a gift card from Surf City Sandwich. Great for stocking stuffers and teacher gifts too! Available in any amount. Pick up at 4101 Soquel Dr. (831)239-5801 | surfcitysandwich.com Go Fresh, or Go Home!
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