One thing I love about gift giving is the homemade treats you make for others. Or when you can find that really cool unique gift, that isn't sold at the mall like 100 others. I love that personal touch.
Enter this weekend
Because the Bay Area is filled with great stops for all the ones you still need to shop... for
[sorry I tried to make it rhyme]
SJ Made Holiday Pop Up Shop
2855 Stevens Creek Blvd Santa Clara Ca
Get your friends and family something local. They have clothing, accessories, bags and hats- all branded with the West Coast Bay Area feel. Your friend in Ohio will thank you.
Japantown
Jackson street from 2nd to 7th. San Jose Ca
You know I have to pay homage to my favorite little downtown spot. This street has blossomed over the last few months and it just keeps getting better and better. If you need to find something for the guy on your list, I would head here first. From
Cukui to
2twenty5 and
Holloway to
Clout and
Aristocrats you really cant go wrong. Guys drool over these designs.
Downtown Campbell 2nd Saturday
December 14th
East Campbell and Central Ave Campbell Ca
Artists' in wood working, metal, jewelery, art, and a ton of other artisans will will showcasing their wares in downtown. Perfect for grandparents, extended families and your girlfriend's Mom.
Ibiss
1100 Lincoln Ave Willow Glen Ca 95125
A great inexpensive shop where you can shop for every female on your list. I don't think you can go wrong with any item from this store. Everything is very trendy, fun and a great price point. They have small gifts, like rings and perfume.. all the way to big items like purses and dresses.. plus everything in between.
German Holiday Market
December 14th
500 Castro Street Mountain View Ca
Come shop all the international delights of all things euro. I have a soft spot in my heart for this country. Food items, art and other collectibles will be available for purchase at this festival. So if you know someone on your wishlist with a taste for flair, it might be worth your wild to check out this event.
Shop, Enjoy and Give Event and Wine Walk
December 17th
Santana Row
3055 Olin Ave San Jose Ca 95128
$10 admission
All the popular shops are there so you are sure to find something for everyone of your shopping list. Plus, this benefits the
Second Harvest Food Bank.. why not do something good for your community?
Enjoy a sweet sip of wine while you shop my favorites; including,
Anthropologie,
Madewell and
Free People.
