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2014 Locavore Holiday Gift Guide: Retailers’ Picks


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A selection of holiday ideas submitted by local area retailers for your consideration this holiday season.A

Retail

Aar River Gallery

3707 W 73rd Ave., Westminster

?www.aarrivergallery.com

  • Fine Art Tiles: 20 designs, 6×8. $20
  • Mugs: Ceramic and pottery. $10–$20
  • Prints of WWII Pin-up Girls: Merlin girls, framed. $95

Barbara & Company

1505 Pearl St., Boulder, (303) 443-2565

?www.barbaraandcompany.net

  • Pandemonium Collection of Faux Fur Scarves, $38–$52
  • Faux Fur Mittens and Fingerless Gloves, $28–$42
  • Plush Faux Fur Throws, $134–$144

Boulder Body Wear

2660 Canyon Blvd A-1, Boulder, (303) 447-9100

?www.boulderbodywear.com

  • Fivesse Home Gym Work bag: Expertly carries a change of clothes & toiletries, $124
  • Wooden ships Sweater: Fine, fashionable knits, $80-$120
  • Print Leggings: So many to choose from! $22-$98

Brown’s Shoe Fit Co.

373 Main St., Longmont, (303) 776-2920

?www.brownsshoefitco.com

  • Classic Tall UGG Boot: Many styles, colors
  • Haflinger boiled wool slippers. $70–$120
  • Smartwool socks. Buy 3 pairs, get 4th free

Christy Sports

2000 30th Street, Boulder, (303) 442-2493

?www.christysports.com

  • Giro Edit Helmet – Men’s: The lightest full-featured snow helmet Giro has ever made with integrated GoPro camera mount. $180
  • Smith I/O Goggle w/Red SOL-X Lens: the standard by which all other goggles are measured. $175
  • GoPro Silver: Captures high-quality 12MP photos at speeds of up to 30 fps with built-In WiFi and Bluetooth. $399

Colorado in a Basket

Erie, Colorado, (303) 664-1401

?www.coloradobaskets.com
Send a taste of Colorado

  • Cripple Creek: Classic munchie basket-all Colorado. $50
  • Rocky Mountain High: Gourmet taste of the Rockies. $60
  • Blue Spruce: Snacks, chocolate tree, trail mix, and cookies. $36

Crackpots

501 Main St., Longmont, (303) 776-2211

?www.ecrackpots.com

  • Glass Ornaments: A fun, easy, art that sparkles in the light & makes your tree magical. Starting at $14
  • Ceramic Light Up Trees: Traditions matter… 6 different ones to choose from $48-$79
  • Holiday Mugs: Choose from Santa, Reindeer, Snowman, Penguins or Trees, $12

DaveCo Liquors

16434 Washington St., Thornton

  • Louis M. Martini Cabernet Sauvignon: 88 point Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon! $13.99
  • Baileys Vanilla Cinnamon: Perfect for Winter, originally $23.99! $12.99
  • Sassoregale Sangiovese: Classic Italian wine, half price! $9.99

Encore Consignment

370 S. McCaslin Blvd, Louisville, (303) 494-5646

www.encore-consignment.com

  • One of a kind photo-For the naturalist: “Mossaholic” unique wall hanging, hand made with dried botanicals. Many sizes, large in photo, $91
  • Designer Beer Mugs, $9ea.
  • Raku Pottery, $70

Eric Olson Master Jeweler

489 N. Hwy 287 #130, Lafayette, (303) 604-0240

www.master-jeweler.com

  • Pendants in 3 sizes, rings, earrings and charms. $44+
  • Awesome color gems; ruby, sapphire, emerald, tanzanite & more!
  • Custom Hand Engraving: Customized rings, knives, heirlooms

Fuzzy Antler

901 Front St., Ste. 100, Louisville, (303) 666-7864

www.thefuzzyantler.com

  • Glass-works Lamps by Boulder artist, Trenna Daniells… $350 – $950
  • Several in stock or they can be hand painted to order. No two are the same!
  • Reverse glass painted lamps create an atmosphere described as ethereal, relaxing and romantic, the lamps glow, with beads magically bouncing light around the room.

The Great Frame Up

430 Main Street, Longmont, (303) 772-7293

?www.longmont.thegreatframeup.com

  • Local, original artwork, $18 and up
  • Custom picture framing, $32 and up
  • Photo and ready made frames, $12 and up

Icelandic Design

473 Main Street, Longmont, (303) 651-3334

?www.icelandicdesign.com

  • Icelandic Design: Banff Nordic Sweater. $178
  • Newari Collection: Beautifully crafted hand knit accessories. $22-$48
  • Icelandic Design: Signature boile wool coats. $140-$340

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Karing Kind

5854 Rawhide Ct. #C, Boulder, (303) 449-9333

www.karingkind.com

  • Pure CO2 Oil Vape Kit: vape only pure CO2 cannabis extract, on sale 15% off
  • Large Pre-Rolled Joints: large party joint for 4+ people, $7 per joint
  • Dr. J’s Stare Bars: leading-edge & delicious CO2 edibles, $14 per 80mg Bar

Karliquin’s

2085 30th St., Boulder, (303) 545-1745

?www.karliquin.com

The best game store around, Karliquins is the place to get all the games that you want and everything that you need to go with them. Make sure to check out Friday Night Magic every week in the in-store gaming area.

Lafayette Antiques & Home Decor

304 E. Baseline Rd., Ste A, Lafayette, (720) 890-4747

www.lafayetteantiques.com

  • Primitive Chest of Drawers with spool pulls Would be charming as an end table! $189.00
  • Mahogany China Cabinet: Glass doors and plenty of storage. $495.00
  • Black and white cow hide bench: Perfect for the end of your bed! $595

Lafayette Collectables & Flea Market

130 E. Spaulding St., Lafayette, (303) 665-0433

www.facebook.com/lafayettecollectablesfleamarket

20,000 square feet and over half-a-million items make Lafayette Collectables and Flea Market Boulder County’s premier bargain shopping experience. We boast an incredible variety from furniture to trinkets and everything in between (and gift cards). Come find your hidden gem!

Larkridge Shopping Center

Washington St., Thornton, (303) 595-9919

?www.shoplarkridge.com

Your destination for shopping, dining, and services with more than 30 retailers open over the holidays. I-25 and CO-7 (168th Ave), exit 229.

Longmont Downtown Development Authority

528 Main St., Longmont, (303) 651-8484

?www.downtownlongmont.com

Treat someone special to a Downtown Longmont Gift Card. The card makes a great gift for any occasion and with more than 50 participating downtown businesses, the possibilities are endless! Convenient online purchasing available or stop by our office.

Old Town Outfitters

501 Main St., Longmont, (303) 204-6173

?www.oldtownoutfitters.com

  • Colorado Hat: Show some local pride with a great “Colorado” or “Longmont” hat. $29
  • Klean Kanteen Insulated Stainless Bottles: Take your hot coffee, tea, or hot chocolate with you on your outdoor adventures. $26-$32
  • Patagonia Nano-Air Hoodie: Winner of Outside Magazine’s “2015 Gear of the Year”. $299

The Orchard Town Center

14697 Delaware St., Westminster, (303) 850-8600

www.theorchardtowncenter.com

Macys, JCPenney, H&M, Victoria’s Secret, Bath & Body Works, Chico’s, Torrid, Forever 21, Aeropostale, Tillys, Claire’s, Charming Charlie, Finish Line, Eddie Bauer, REI, Zumiez, and so many more!

Oriental & NavajoRug Co.

927 Main St., Longmont, (303) 772-7962

?www.orientalandnavajorugs.com

  • Navajo Third Phase Chief’s Blanket: 4 ft. 8 inches by 7 feet 3 inches, $4200
  • Turquoise necklace and earrings, $200

Rabbit Brush Gallery

7504 Hygiene Rd., Hygiene, (303) 651-1106

?www.rabbitbrushgallery.com

  • Hand-Stenciled Linen Tea Towels by Jenny Grout, $17.50
  • Hand Blown Glass Seed Drop Bird Feeders, $49
  • Sterling Silver Dragonfly Pendant with Conrundum by Lois Linn, $37

Struttin Pup Dog Boutique & Bath

2850 Arapahoe Rd., #110, Lafayette, (303) 665-3038

www.struttinpup.com

  • Natural & delicious holiday dog cookies. Perfect for Fido’s stocking! From $1.99
  • Sweaters and jackets. From $20.99
  • Kurgo dog harness w/Go Pro mount. From $35.99

Suburban Vapor

6811 W 120th Ave, Broomfield, (303) 600-8145

www.suburbanvapor.com

  • Black Friday E-Juice 50% off
  • Free Christmas Gift with a $50 purchase

Health & Beauty

Aesthetic Solutions

2770 Dagny Way Ste. 109, Lafayette, (303) 666-1199

www.aestheticsolutionsinc.com

  • Medical Micro Needling: therapeutic tool for aging skin, skin tightening, collagen production, pore size reduction, skin texture improvement, stretch marks, and scarring, $79 introductory treatment
  • Cranberry-Pomegranate Facial: the mighty cranberry and pomegranate have the potential to transform the appearance of your skin, $39 in December
  • Epionce Skin Barrier Repair Kit : includes Cleanser, Medical Barrier Cream and Ultra Shield SPF 50: good choice for an active person, 20% off with mention of listing

Cool Sculpting Center of Boulder

2355 Canyon Blvd. Ste. 102, Boulder, (720) 381-3318

www.coolsculptingcenterofboulder.com

  • Love My Thighs: Inner or Outer Thigh Treatment, $1500 Value for $1200
  • Bye, Bye Love Handles: Hips/Love Handle Eliminator, $3000 Value for $2500
  • Love My Tummy: Get Rid of Belly Fat, $3000 value for $2500

Evergreen Cottage Salon

502 W. Baseline Rd., Lafayette, (303) 926-0426

?www.evergreencottagespaandhairsalon.com

  • Elf’s Little Helper: Shoulder and neck destresser, $40
  • Add a Little Shine: Highlights for the new year, $95
  • New Year Renewal: Tourmaline charged anti-aging facial, $85

Facelogic Spa

1170 US Hwy 287 #200, Broomfield, (303) 466-7546

www.facelogicbroomfield.com

  • Introductory Signature Facial, $49
  • Eminence Organic Body Wrap, $79
  • Introductory Microdermabrasion Facial, $79

Massage Envy Spa

Boulder, Broomfield, Longmont, Loveland, Thornton and Westminster

MassageEnvy.com

Massage Envy offers gift cards and can customize a unique package for your loved one. Please visit our Boulder, Broomfield, Longmont, Loveland, Thornton or Westminster locations & pick up the Gift of Wellness today!

Mystic Garden Spa & Salon

600 S. Airport Rd., Longmont, (303) 774-2541

www.mysticgardenspaandsalon

  • Mistletoe Magic: Integrative massage, beauty garden facial, $115
  • St. Nicholas Package: Hydrotherapy bath, integrative massage, men’s sport facial, $140
  • Seasonal Facial: Integrative massage, deluze spa pedicure, deluze spa manicure, $215

Skincare by Janice

700 Front St., #102, Louisville, (303) 525-5585

?www.skincarebyjanice.com

  • Clasic Facial: Deep relaxation while transforming your skin (120 minutes), $150
  • Rejuvenating Facial: Rejuvination begins with warm sage footbath (90 minutes), $130
  • Cleansing Facial: Purifying and refreshing (75 minutes), $110

Spavia

Orchard Town Center, (720) 262-8445, 14647 Delaware St., #300, Westminster; Twenty Ninth Street Mall, (720) 408-2600, 1810 29th St., #2004, Boulder

www.spaviadayspa.com

  • Purchase a gift card of $175 or more and receive a FREE 60-minute signature massage or signature facial. See ad on page 5.
  • Spavia offers:  Massage, facials, waxing, body wraps, scrubs, and mineral make up.
  • Experience the difference with men’s treatment, spa packages, events, wellness memberships, and a spa boutique.

Restaurants

Cantina Laredo

1680 29th St., Boulder, (303) 444-2260

?www.cantinalaredo.com

Cantina Laredo serves modern Mexican food in a sophisticated environment. We cater or you can reserve our private room for your holiday celebration.

Chez Thuy

2655 28th St., Boulder, (303) 442-1700

?www.chezthuy.com

Chez Thuy is the best Vietnamese spot in Boulder County. It’s beloved thanks to a wonderful menu and, of course, owner Thuy Le herself, a fascinating woman who can quickly size you up and offer dish recommendations.

The Huckleberry

700 Main St., Louisville, (303) 666-8020

?www.thehuckleberry.com

Let the Huckleberry take care of your holiday baking! Our full service bakery offers cakes, pies, fresh bread, holiday cookies, ding dongs, breakfast pastries and our famous gingerbread, We also offer gluten free pies, bread and cookies. Place your holiday order today!

Hunter’s Grill

51 Erie Pkwy., Erie, (720) 389-8538

?www.facebook.com/huntersgrill

The Hunter’s Grill in Erie is the perfect venue to watch sporting events on the massive screens while chowing down on admittedly fantastic selection of steaks, BBQ, burgers, salads, and pasta.

La Revolucion Taqueria y Cantina

701 Main St., Louisville, (303) 926-3998

?www.larevrestaurant.com

La Rev is available for private parties and functions. We can cater from a Taco Bar to a Custom Menu. We will be having Special Events including Live Music, Tamale Making Parties, DJ Dance Party and more!

Lazy Dog

3100 Village Vista Dr., Erie, (303) 664-5299; 1346 Pearl St., Boulder, (303) 440-3355

?www.thelazydog.com

Lazy Dog is the culmination of the owner’s 20 year dream to create a great sports bar, the “Cheers” of sports bars, amid the beauty and sunshine that is Boulder. All that thought, and a lot of planning and hard work, paid off in great food, great atmosphere, and great atmosphere.

Northend @ 4580

4580 Broadway, Boulder, (303) 448-1500

?www.restaurant4580.com

A great mix of casual urban sophistication, 4580 is the perfect place to catch up with friends and watch a football game. Enjoy stunning views of the foothills as you dine on Chef Jeffrey Barbour’s amazing food creations.

Paul’s Coffee

956 W Cherry St., Louisville, (720) 259-1723

www.paulscoffeeandtea.com

Paul’s Coffee & Tea is a locally owned and operated micro-roaster and coffee shop based in Louisville. They say that they strive to serve you the finest quality coffee and treats from local vendors every day.

Snarfburger

2000 Arapahoe Ave., Boulder, (303) 444-7711; 985 S. Public Rd., Lafayette, (720) 550-5000

?www.snarfburger.com

Spice up their holiday with our special blend of Giardiniera Peppers for $6.95/jar. They go great on everything! And don’t forget a gift card for that burger lover. Buy $25 and get a $5 bonus! Good at Snarfburger and Snarf’s Sandwiches.

Snarf’s Sandwiches

Locations in Boulder & Longmont

www.eatsnarfs.com

Let Snarf’s cater your holiday gathering with lots of toasty options to choose from. Our Giardiniera Peppers will spice up your stockings for $6.95/jar. And don’t forget a gift card for that sandwich lover. Buy $25 and get a $5 bonus!

Spice China

269 McCaslin Blvd., Louisville, (720) 890-0999

www.spicechina.com

The first thing you’ll notice here (besides the floor-to-ceiling murals depicting Chinese village life) is the enormous book that is their menu, including an impressive Shanghai selection. It’s all delicious though.

Waterloo

809 Main St., Louisville, (303) 993-2094

www.waterloolouisville.com

This Johnny Cash-themed bar, restaurant and live music venue is the brainchild of former construction worker Josh Karp. The vibe is chill and fun, the staff are friendly and the menu is packed with quality food.

Zucca Italian Ristorante

808 Main St., Louisville, (303) 666-6499

?www.zuccalouisville.com

Book your holiday office party or family gathering at Zucca, or let our catering staff bring the party to you! Zucca offers fresh, traditional Italian fare, a beautiful, cozy atmosphere, & a 100% Italian wine list. Gift certificates available.

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