The List: $25 to $50
St. Louis neighborhood print • This modern St. Louis-themed sign highlights some of the great things the city has to offer. From Hi-Pointe to Holly Hills, this print is ideal for natives and newcomers alike. You can even swap out a neighborhood when you order, so your hood is on there. $35.00 at MrCityPrinting.
Escape Room Subscription Box • For the puzzler in your life, give the gift of mystery with a subscription to this box service. Each month, the service sends a different case — designed by the inventors of escape rooms — for subscribers to solve. $25.00 at Cratejoy.com.
Shiatsu Pillow Massager • This versatile massager is built to release tension in your back, neck and shoulders. Help a friend rejuvenate their sore muscles with this thoughtful gift. It’s even portable and straps onto seat backs. $40.00 at Amazon.
Memorial gift plate • If you know someone who has an old recipe or note from a loved one, immortalize their message and handwriting with this customizable plate. $50.00 at Prairie Hills Pottery.
Personalized vintage illustration • Turn a photo of a loved one into a digital work of art featuring their face on a war general's body. $36.00 at Zack Kennedy's Portrait Workshop.
Sushiquik Super Easy Sushi Making Kit • For the budding chef in your life, this kit will teach the basics of sushi making. $25.00 at Amazon.
Customizable necklace • For someone special in your life, try customizing this necklace with a name, date or location. Perfect to remind someone of a special time or place, this is sure to be a favorite sentimental gift. $50.00 at Stax Jewellery.
Enso rings • Silicone rings bring style, safety and comfort to the way you express commitment, or to the way you express yourself. We like the timeles style of the rose gold Elements version. $39.99 at Enso Rings.
"Dinosaur" book • Dan Kainen’s Photicular technology makes dinosaurs come to life in this stunning book filled with facts and moving images. $25.95 at Amazon.
Pouch Couch • Once the weather warms back up, bring the comfort of the living room to the great outdoors with this clever piece of design, which fills with air to become a comfortable couch you can take anywhere. $39.99 at Pouch Couch.
Five Farms Irish Cream • This Irish cream liqueur is sourced and produced in County Cork, Ireland, using the dairy cream from five family-owned farms in the region and 10 percent Irish whiskey. It was developed with and imported by Holladay Distillery, of Weston, Mo. $29.99 at Randall's Spirits.
Oliver the Ornament gift set • "Oliver the Ornament" is a story of one family’s cherished Christmas ornaments. The book follows Oliver's excitement for Christmas, his heartbreak and his determination to save the day. The book is sold with an adorable hand-painted ornament, packaged in a gift set. $29.99 at Amazon.
"Tasting Paris" • One of the best cookbooks of the year brims with 100 recipes that re-create the way true Parisians cook. It turns out that they cook very well, indeed. $30.00 at Left Bank Books, 399 North Euclid Avenue, St. Louis.
SOGfari Survival Kit • A gift only for the hardcore outdoorsy types, this toolkit contains all the essentials to survive out in the wilderness — or if the zombie apocalypse happens. $49.97 at Cabela's, 5555 St. Louis Mills Circle, Hazelwood.
Selma's Dolls • This dolll company focuses on inclusion and acceptance.. Each doll also comes with a book, “First Day of School” which is a story about how Selma’s new friends she meets in her dream help her overcome her first day of school fears. The book also includes “conversation starters” so parents can talk to their kids about culture, religion and physical and mental disabilities without having to be experts. There are three dolls available. This is Annie, who has Down Syndrome. $39.99 at Selma's Dolls.
Sydney round crown hat • Perfect for the traveler on your list, this packable Sydney hat designed by Scala is made of wool felt and is both sytlish and comfortable. $48.00 at Tenth Street Hats.
Chess bow tie • This reversible bow tie is a checkmate for the fashion-forward chess aficionado. One side features a pattern of chess pieces, the other a more classic gingham. The cotton ties are made locally and are also available in black, navy, light blue and royal. $50.00 at Q Boutique, 4652 Maryland Avenue.
Dark chocolate mints • Yakima mint? Rich dark chocolate? Yes, yes! Bissinger’s puts its delicious stamp on the classic flavor combination with hand-decorated, velvety smooth holiday mingles. Each box contains 21 pieces. $35.00 at Handcrafted by Bissinger's, 32 Maryland Plaza.
Frasier fir candle • No need for a real Christmas tree when you have this crisp, aromatic candle to fill your home with holiday fragrance. $30.00 at Cassie's, 316 North Euclid Avenue.
Decorative oil lamp • This crimson decanter will look festive on any mantle or end table, and the Lampe Berger fragrance helps purify the air as it diffuses through the room. Available in a variety of colors and scents. $40.00 at Cassie's, 316 North Euclid Avenue.
Linnea poster calendar • The calendar is actually 12 separate frame-worthy prints featuring Johanna Riley's whimsical designs. Each colorful page measures 11 by 14 inches. We're partial to February's old-fashioned typewriter. $35.00 at Moonbeams, 124 West Jefferson Avenue, Kirkwood.
Falcon teapot • This enamelware teapot in cheery white with blue rim design is an ideal gift for a tea lover. Each teapot holds two cups – perfect for sharing some warmth and well wishes. $31.15 at Civil Alchemy, 8154 Big Bend Boulevard, Webster Groves.
Beatles socks • Send the man in your life on a trip on the Yellow Submarine with this Beatles gift box with three pair of socks in a box made to look like a record. $42.00 at Happy Socks.
Sunflower kit • Teach kids to love gardening with this sunflower kit . Specially packaged in a canvas backpack, the kit contains sunflower seeds, organic soil, cotton gloves, a trowel and a recycled tea bag planter. $44.95 at Williams-Sonoma.
Dog stocking • Hearth Hounds makes holiday stockings to look (fairly realistically) like your favorite dog breed. $40.99 at All About Animals, 407 South Main Street, St. Charles.
"Don't Moose With Me" tee • This men's long-sleeve crusher T-shirt from Life is Good is super soft. $30.00 at Jake's on Main, 136 South Main Street, St. Charles.
Crushable hat • Travelers on your list will love that this stylish men's hat is crushable, meaning you can pack it in your suitcase (or in your pocket). It's also water-repellant and available in black, gray, brown or brolive (brown/olive). $48.99 at Baubles, Bites & Boots, 107 North Main Street, St. Charles.
Shop Local gift box • This box of goodies has an assortment of foods made in Missouri: soup mix from Thompson Farms, pork seasoning from Urban Farmgirl, honey from Gibbons Bee Farm and more. Online shipping available. $31.99 at Olde Town Spice Shoppe, 334 South Main Street, St. Charles.
Love Your Melon jellyfish cuffed beanie • Beanies make great gifts, and this one is extra great because Love Your Melon donates 50 percent of its profits to help fight childhood cancer. The knit hats come in a wide variety of colors and styles, so you can find one for just about anyone. $30.00 at Love Your Melon.
St. Louis Hop Shop Hoodie • Show your hometown pride, beer pride and Cherokee Street pride in this cozy yet flashy St. Louis Hop Shop Hoodie. $33.00 at St. Louis Hop Shop, 2600 Cherokee Street, St. Louis.
Sunnylife Martini Glasses • A holiday gift that will come in handy on New Year's Eve, these gold martini glasses are particularly festive. $25.00 at Sweet Boutique, 8115 Maryland Avenue, Clayton.
Maileg Stuffed Mouse • Made by the Danish company Maileg, these tiny mice come in tiny tin suitcases, making them the perfect travel companions. $28.00 at City Sprouts, 8807 Ladue Road.
Creative journal kit • Showcase your creativity — or warn prying eyes to buzz off — with this creative journal kit, available in multiple colors. Spell out words or create designs on the soft, pliable grid on the outside of the journal while you use the pages inside to share your private thoughts or keep track of what’s going on in your life. $30.00 at A Wildflower Shop, 2131 South State Route 157, Edwardsville.
Carousel bubblegum necklace • Gold and silver strands are so yesterday. Stand out from the bejeweled crowd with this “carousel bubblegum” necklace from the Australian jewelry maker Ruby Olive. A variety of styles — long and short, multicolored and monochromatic, and all stunning — are available. $38.00 at Circa, 128 East Main Street, Belleville.
Touchscreen cellphone crossbody • Ditch the big bag in favor of a smaller organizer that has room for your phone and a few other necessities. Slide your phone into the clear touchscreen compartment and you won’t have to worry about losing your phone or any functionality. $35.00 at Basket Case, 1680 Lebanon Avenue, Belleville.
Personalized glass cutting board • Give a gift that’s functional and personal: This glass cutting board comes in multiple designs and two sizes and can be personalized in all sorts of ways. Oh, and it’s practical, too: it’s dishwasher-safe. $39.95 at Rising Stars, 202 West Main Street, Belleville.
Kiss creature “The Demon” • If you’re a Kiss fan, pucker up, because you are in for a treat. This 12-inch limited-edition stage figure is dubbed “The Demon.” Lots of impressive details just may make you want to rock ’n’ roll all night and party every day. $45.00 at Cosmic Comics, 132 West Main Street, Belleville.
Iron Man collectible • Unleash your inner superhero with this Iron Man figure from the “Avengers Infinity War” movie. The figure comes with a combat pack and 20 sounds and phrases to jump-start the fun. $37.99 at Cosmic Comics, 132 West Main Street, Belleville.
Batman collectible • Are you batty for Batman? This Batman figure was released as part of the “Justice League” gallery and shows the superhero leaping into action. $35.00 at Cosmic Comics, 132 West Main Street, Belleville.
Wooden ornament • It will feel like an old-fashioned Christmas with this intricate wooden ornament on your holiday tree. It’s been carefully crafted by a Chatham, Ill., woodturner, Michael Blankenship, who happens to be blind. $42.00 at Turned Treasures, 225 East Main Street, Belleville.
Pin oak natural edge bowl • Craftsman Richard Hinkebein turns wood destined only for burning into stunning, natural treasures. This natural edge bowl is a prime example of his lovely works. Interested in trying your hand at turned wood? Turned Treasures offers pieces like these as well as classes where you can learn how to do it yourself. $40.00 at Turned Treasures, 225 East Main Street, Belleville.
Pet bed with green cushion • You can use the frame for this Lurvig pet bed in two different ways: as a cozy nook with medium-high walls or put it upside down to give your pet a clear view in all directions. The fabric is water-resistant and hair or fur won’t stick to it. $39.99 at Ikea, 1 Ikea Way.
Dinosaur taco holders • Dinner time is sure to be fun time with these Tricerataco & Tacosaurus Rex Taco Holders from Prehistoric Appetites. $35.94 at Walmart.
Golden Girls Monopoly • Play your favorite game with Blanche, Dorothy, Rose and Sophia. $39.95 at Amazon.
Thin Optics reading glasses • For those who like ultra-light reading glasses, ThinOptics makse a colorful variety that weigh less than a nickel, some with arms and some without (those will fold up and fit in things as small as its accompanying keychain or flashcard). You might have to find the best place on your nose for the cool, shatterproof armless ones, whose lenses have neither front nor back but work in either direction. $29.88 at ThinOptics.
Corgi Undercover Squishable • A corgi wearing a bee costume ... because why not? The bee costume can be removed and exchanged for other costumes that fit on mini Squishables. $29.99 at Wizard's Wagon, 6388 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
"X-Men: Grand Design Volume One" • This oversized book by Ed Piskor's contains the first two issues of his retelling of the history of Marvel's Mutants and X-Men. This is a must-have item for young and old X-Men fans. $29.99 at Wizard's Wagon, 6388 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
"The Hidden Life of Trees" • This new and beautifully-illustrated version of Peter Wohlleben's international bestseller takes you for more than a walk of the woods as he tells you about fungal communication, lessons learned in tree school, recycling dying trees and more. $35.00 at Subterranean Books, 6275 Delmar Boulevard, University City.
A Year in the City St. Louis calendar • This 11-inch-by-17-inch calendar by artist Janet Muhm shows off a local spot every month, like Kirkwood Depot, the Bevo Mill and historic St. Charles. The illustrations can become 11-by-14 prints once the month has passed. $26.00 at Union Studio, 1605 Tower Grove Avenue, St. Louis.
Dog is Good T-shirt • This T-shirt features the good dog on the front and one of several designs on the back including "Never boat alone," "Never fish alone," "never drink alone" and more. $29.99 at Sparrow + Mason, 6050 Second Street, Kimmswick.
Missouri breweries bottle opener • Celebrate Missouri breweries with this wall-hanging magnetic bottle opener from Torched Products. $35.00 at Sparrow + Mason, 6050 Second Street, Kimmswick.
Simply Zuri elephant necklace • Every Simply Zuri jewelry purchase gives back 5 percent of its profits to Kenya's Mara Lion Project.This simpl Ndovu African elephant design is sure to be a conversation piece. $48.99 at Sparrow + Mason, 6050 Second Street, Kimmswick.
Kantha necklace • This fair trade necklace by World Finds is made in India of repurposed textiles. $34.95 at Mississippi Mud Gallery & Gifts, 118 Market Street, Kimmswick.
STL hat • Aviate makes these Destination St. Louis STL baseball caps in gray, red or navy. $35.00 at Savannah Rose, 209 Market Street, Kimmswick.
Personalized wooden train • Perfect to decorate a child's room or as a toy, this wooden train set can be personalized with cars for each letter of the child's name. Five-piece set is shown, but additional letters are available for $3.95. $29.75 at Meant to Be, 111 Market Street, Kimmswick.
Etched-cutting-board • You can use it as a cutting board or a kitchen sign, and the engraving is included. $34.95 at Meant to Be, 111 Market Street, Kimmswick.
St. Louis necklace • A vintage dictionary entry for St. Louis is tucked inside this pendant and paired with a fleur-de-lis by the Compton Co. $25.00 at Cozy Cottage, 212 Market Street, Kimmswick.
Myra bag • With a vintage look but a modern eye toward function, as well as upcycled materials, this Myra Sylvan tote bag features a bright interior and handy pockets. $49.95 at Cozy Cottage, 212 Market Street, Kimmswick.
Dark wood peppermill and salt shaker set • These classically designed shaker and grinder set come prefilled with kosher salt and Tellicherry black peppercorns. The cut-out container holding the set makes an elegant gift box. $34.95 at Penzeys Spices, 246 THF Boulevard, Chesterfield.
American Heart and Soul Spice gift box • Eight spices representing the diversity of cooking across America are featured in this gift box. The American Heart and Soul spice gift box includes recipes incorporating the various spices. $34.95 at Penzeys Spices, 246 THF Boulevard, Chesterfied.
Mizzou women's tiger T-shirt • Let your inner tiger roar with this black and gold T-shirt emblazoned with the Mizzou tiger. $34.99 at The Mizzou Store, 10 THF Boulevard, Chesterfield.
Mizzou serving tray • Watching college games will be even more fun when you serve chips and dips in this Mizzou serving tray. $46.99 at The Mizzou Store, 10 THF Boulevard, Chesterfield.
Blues totem pole • A unique decoration piece that fits into any hard-core hockey fan's room features Louie and a puck. $34.99 at Rally House, 82 THF Bouevard, Chesterfield.
Blues girls sweatshirt • This lightweight Blues sweatshirt features a small zipper on the shoulder that gives it a hip, trendy look. $45.00 at Rally House, 82 THF Bouevard, Chesterfield.
Candle gift pack • Your favorite holiday scents in a festive gift set. The gift pack from Candle Fusion Studio includes four candles: Christmas Tree, Mistletoe, Candy Cane and Gingerbread fragrances. Each 2-ounce hand-poured candle will burn 15 hours. Or you can come in the studio and make your own fragrance. $25.00 at The Candle Fusion Studio, 201 South Main Street, St. Charles.
St. Louis Cardinals putting green • Even in the offseason you can show your Cardinals pride by practicing your putt on this indoor green. Great for the home or office. $33.93 at Home Depot.
Maven Bonfire Wood-Wick Soy Candle • There's a wonderfully fragrant, cleverly named — e.g. Bonfire, Pot Brownies, Don Draper, Library Book — handmade candle (16 ounces) for everyone on your list at Maven. Just light at the base of the wick, and enjoy the crackling ambience. $25.00 at Maven Bath & Candle Co., 7290 Manchester Road, Maplewood.
Mosaic crystal pendants by Sharon von Senden • These art glass and crystal mosaic pendants are handcrafted by St. Louis artist Sharon von Senden. $45.00 at City Museum gift shop, 750 North 16th Street.
Reclaimed copper pendant by Trash to Treasure • This reclaimed copper pendant, created by a local artist, is based on a design by famed architect Louis Sullivan. $35.00 at City Museum gift shop, 750 North16th Street.
Gateway Arch Cloisonne ornament • A beautiful cloisonne ornament featuring the St. Louis skyline on one side and a close up of the Old Courthouse and the Gateway Arch on the other. $45.95 at The Arch Store at the Jefferson National Parks Association, One Memorial Drive, Suite 1900.
Masai fringed scarf • Keep warm with a colorful, plaid scarf manufactured by members of the Masai tribe in Kenya. Proceeds from sales at Get the Word Out help pay for school fees, clean water and medical expenses for Kenyan orphans. $30.00 at Get the Word Out, 7405 Manchester Road.
Beaded sandals • These handmade, intricately beaded sandals, brought to the U.S. from a Nairobi market, will add a splash of color to your wardrobe. Proceeds from sales at Get the Word Out help pay for school fees, clean water and medical expenses for Kenyan orphans. $40.00 at Get the Word Out, 7405 Manchester Road.
Banana fiber Nativity • Decorate your home for Christmas with this handmade 12-piece Nativity, and marvel at the level of detail achieved by the artisans using banana fiber and corn husk. Proceeds from sales at Get the Word Out help pay for school fees, clean water and medical expenses for Kenyan orphans. $30.00 at Get the Word Out, 7405 Manchester Road.
Tito's Candy Bento Box • Sugarfina partnered with Tito's Handmade Vodka to create this vodka candy collection: Tito's-infused American Mule Bears, ''martini olive'' almonds and a mini mule mug. $28.00 at Von Maur, 2 Fountain Grass Drive, Lake Saint Louis.
Snake print combat boot • Show everyone (and the snakes) you're not messing around with these snake print combat boots. Laces on the top and a zipper on the side make it easy to slide (or slither) on and off. $29.99 at Posh Shoe Bar, 6193 Delmar Boulevard, St. Louis.
Postcards from Penguin • The bibliophile in your life will enjoy sending (or saving) these postcards, which feature more than 70 years of iconic book-jacket designs from the publisher's inexpensive paperbacks. $25.00 at The Book House, 7352 Manchester Road, Maplewood.
Dras Fab meat hook • Grill that steak to juicy perfection with this versatile hand-hammered-steel meat hook, crafted by Andrew Andrasko of Dras Fab Fabrication + Design. Its pigtail hook will let you flip a hunk of meat with a simple motion. $25.00 at NHB KnifeWorks, 7328 Manchester Road, Maplewood.
"No worries" pillow • This is one wise throw pillow. The other side reads: "99% of the things you worry about never happen," something we all need to be reminded of from time to time. $36.00 at Intaglia Home & Garden, 7195 Manchester Road, Maplewood.