Locavore Gift & Giving

Merino Wool  

at Gypsy Wools, $21
Stock up on this soft merino wool for the knitter you know. Available in a choice of colors, the wool drapes beautifully and washes well. 1227 Spruce St., Boulder, 303.442.1884

2014 Calendar

at Dumb Friends League, $90

Proceeds from the calendar, sold at the shelter in Denver and Castle Rock, benefit homeless cats, dogs, horses and small pets.  2080 S. Quebec St., Denver, 303.751.5772, ddfl.org

Bijou Aprons

at Bliss, $39.50
Made of duck canvas (that’s woven cotton fabric in linen layman), these handmade aprons by Longmont’s Natasha King are very stain-resistant and easy to wash. Custom orders for aprons, totes and messengers are available too. 1643 Pearl St., Boulder, [email protected]

Liberty Puzzles  

at Bayleaf, $65-135
These wooden jigsaw puzzles from Boulder are comprised of “whimsy” pieces—shapes (geometric, animals, people) that often correlate with the completed picture. 1222 Pearl St, Boulder, 720. 565.2477, libertypuzzles.com

Solar Photography

at pARTiculars, $35-120
Using existing tech in new way, Peter B. Steele, a Lafayette photographer, uses a high quality scientific glass to make transparent photographs that hang in the window and are protected from UV light. Using the view from your window as a canvas, these one-of-a-kind pieces feature local innovation. 401 S. Public Road Unit 1, Lafayette, 720.890.7888, pARTicularart.com

Nordic Club

Membership to the Boulder Nordic Club. Help support the clubs’ grooming operations at North Boulder Park among other locations. Perks of the membership include discounts and offers from different ski resorts and other partners of the Club. bouldernordic.org

Thrift Store

Get thrifty and shop at any local ARC Thrift Store. arcthrift.com

Donate!

at Longmont Theatre Company
receive season tickets (or partial season tickets) to their shows. Proceeds go towards production and educational camps. longmonttheatre.org, 303.772.5200

Winter Quests

at Renaissance Adventures, $118+
Sign your kids up for a mythical journey that involves problem solving and sword duels (using Swashers). Children 6+ (Griffon quest) and 8+ (Dragon quest). 2450 Central Ave., 303.786.9216, renaissanceadventures.com

Colorado Activity Book  

at Old Town Outfitters, $8
From mazes and word finds to maps and pictures to color, the Colorado Activity Book is a great introduction to the area and ideal for car rides and quiet time. The book includes Colorado-specific illustrations, activities and facts. 501 Main St., Longmont, 720.287.3900

Leather Wrap Bracelet

The Hitching Post

Stylish and rustic, and available in chestnut or dark brown leather. 136 2nd Ave., Niwot, 303.652.4165

Taste of Colorado Basket

Cheese Importers, $55
Send the Taste of Colorado basket from Cheese Importers to anyone who appreciates good flavor. Composed of three hand-selected Colorado cheeses, Bemner’s biscuits, Epicurean Butter, wine jelly, cookies and a Chocolove chocolate bar, this basket has everything needed to make anyone happy. 103 Main St., Longmont, 303.772.9599, cheeseimporters.com

Kid’s Jean Jackets & Overalls

by Cedar & Hyde Mercantile,
at Rabbit Brush Gallery, $38-48
Longmont local, Betsy Hannah, frequents second-hand stores looking for kid’s jean jackets and overalls to embellish with patches. Unique, local and tells a story. 7504 Hygine Road, Hygine, 303.651.1106, rabbitbrushgallery.com

Overland Flyer  

at Tim’s Toy Trains, $369.99
With a die-cast metal locomotive body and puffing smoke unit, this set rekindles adults with childhood or is a fun starter-set for kids. 1140 S Boulder Rd. Louisville, 303.666.5468, timstoytrains.com