Leave expectations to overspend during Holidays in the past. Holidays remind us to focus on the people and community that matter most to us. You can find meaningful, useful gifts for those you cherish, while also supporting local businesses. There’s more at the Market than what made it on this list. Visiting the Market is also a way to spend time with those you care about without spending more than you want. The Market is free to visit, with live entertainment every day, and a community of friendly faces to make the experience a positive memory.
Greeting Cards—The best time to share your appreciation for someone is today! Accidentally Lovely crafts nature-inspired alcohol ink creations. Her prints are available as prints and greeting cards at the Market. The selection of greeting cards available at the Market means you’ll likely want to bring home a few. Write your loved ones and let them know you’re thinking of them this season.
Photography of the PNW—If you’ve lived or traveled in the PNW, you’ve probably visited some incredible places. SNC Art & More captures the PNW in her nature photography. Matted 5x7 prints are less than$20. Find one of a location you share a special memory and give it to a love done to capture the moment.
Bubble Bombs—Botanical skin care products can be fun for anyone—especially when that product is Rainchild Apothecary’s Bubble Bombs. Rainchild Apothecary creates natural skin care products that are effective, gentle, and made with wholesome ingredients. Each Bubble Bombs set comes with three scents—the scent combinations and colors change every week, so stop by regularly to check out the new scents.
Wall Art—Metal Works crafts a range of imagery in metal silhouette. Their metal wall art depicts a range of images and inspirational words that will add art to your home. Modern designs will appeal to those who are in the process of redecorating.
Ceramic Salmon Art—The salmon is a symbolic creature of the Pacific Northwest. Those that recognized the significance and have appreciation for this animal will appreciate the ceramic artist of Go Fish! The salmon are available as wall hangings, and smaller versions are available as magnets. ‘Go Fish!’ practices the craft of Raku-pottery to create these ceramic creatures. Once fired, the pieces gleam like the movement of water and dazzle with blue, green, and gold colors.
Holiday Ornaments—There is a wide selection of ornaments available at the Market created by different market vendors. Check out Great Things in Glass, HZ Upcycled, Marion Pollmann Clay Art, Ginger Street Studio, and others for dangling art you’ll decorate with year after year.
Soap Sample Bag—Riverdance Soapworks has a large collection of soap scents. Their brightly colored soap are so eye-catching that you’ve probably wanted to try them all. You can pick up a mystery assortment of sample soaps from their Market display. Each bag has multiple bars, and is a great deal to try a variety of scents.
Spinning tops—A great last-minute edition for a stocking or secret Santa gift, these wooden tops from Wood Loved by Larry will be loved for their beautiful design, well-built durability, and the nostalgia of this classic toy.
Fruit Wine—Sweet dessert wine made by Wynoochee River Winery is locally made with fruit harvested from local farms. New to the Market Stand are cranberry wines made with fresh Grayland, Washington cranberries. Sparkling Cranberry, Cranberry Raspberry, and the limited Winter Blend are available now.
Lavender Eye Pillow—For peaceful relaxation this holiday season, Serenity Lavender Farm crafts gifts using the therapeutic dried lavender from her Olympia farm. Eye pillows are a sweet gift to give the lavender enthusiasts in your life.
Small zipper pouches and lanyards—Starting with organic fabrics, Healy Originals uses natural botanicals like ferns and leaves to create sun-dyed prints. The hand-dyeing process results in stunning designs that are one of a kind. Each piece is cut, sewn, and meticulously finished to create tote bags, zipper pouches, and multi-purpose bags. In addition to the bright sun prints, Healy Originals also has a line of dark rust-dyed bags.
Wool goods —From the farm, Withywindle Valley Farm crafts gifts made from wool. Yarn, earrings, and cat toys are handcrafted from the wool and hides of the sheep. Withywindle is a regenerative farm that raises sheep and pigs in the Nisqually Valley.
Holidays area time to spend with the people who matter most to you. We’re grateful for your support for local businesses and incorporating their creations into your festivities! Wishing you a safe, warm, and peaceful holiday season!
