These items would make great gifts - and they can all be bought right here in Plant City.
The holidays are rapidly approaching, and shopping lists are expanding. As you head to the stores this holiday season, remember to shop local to find perfect gifts on everyone’s wish list. From jewelry to journals, putting these gifts under the tree is sure to bring holiday cheer.
Lauren’s Berry Basket Loose Leaf Tea
Eggnog isn’t everybody’s thing. Each tea is named after former Florida Strawberry Festival queens and has flavors that are as sweet as the queens themselves. This tea is a black and green tea blend with strawberry infusions — perfect for the fruit lover in your life.
BUY IT: Camellia Rose Tea Room & Gifts, 120 N. Collins St.
PRICE: $10.95
S2isters Charity Wristlet
For the ultimate holiday treat, fill this wristlet with some Christmas candy for a super-sweet surprise. The wristlets are handmade by grade-school students Mary and Amelia Gomez, owners of S2isters Charity.
All proceeds go to charities, including Relay for Life and Dancing Dreams.
BUY IT: S2isters Charity, s2isterscharity@gmail.com
PRICE: $12.00
Bourbon & Boweties Strawberry Bracelet
For Plant City women, jewelry from Bourbon & Boweties is an absolute must-have. Any Plant City native will especially love the golden strawberry bracelet, which pairs well with a red stone bangle for a great holiday accessory. The designer is originally from Plant City and graduated from Durant High School.
BUY IT: Fringe Boutique, 601 E. Alexander St.
PRICES: Strawberry: $40; Red Stone: $32
Mudpie Spreading Knives
Make the stress of holiday cooking a bit more fun with this adorable knife set. Go ahead and buy two sets — one to use as the perfect serving utensils for all your holiday garnishes and jams, and the other to give to your family’s favorite chef. The knives read “Let’s Jam,” “Let’s Spread” and “Butter Me Up.”
BUY IT: Fringe Boutique, 601 E. Alexander St.
PRICE: $22.00
Val Marie Paper Prayer Journal
With the season of giving thanks upon us, what better way to show gratitude than by writing it down? This thoughtful gift encourages everyone to take time out of the holiday season for personal reflection.
BUY IT: RAOK, 2804 James L. Redman Parkway
Price: $16
Cupcake Ornament
Need a stocking stuffer that’s fun and unique? This cupcake ornament will look cute on any Christmas tree — just make sure your guests don’t eat it.
BUY IT: SASSI, 314 Collins St.
PRICE: $5.50