Want to shop locally this holiday season? There are so many incredible spots to visit both in person and online throughout the city of Tacoma––here’s a highlight of some of my favorites! I hope you'll discover some new spots to support from this list of local retailers, makers and service providers throughout Tacoma.
The Gift of Food & Drink
Gather Juice Co - Sean and Gretchen's juice shop is a must visit to balance out all the holiday treats. You'll find delicious cold pressed juice, wellness shots, smoothies, the BEST avocado toast on the planet and a variety of other items. Your body will thank you for coming in, trust me!
Field Tacoma - Looking for a unique bottle of wine to gift? The owner Brian has curated wines from around the world and can tell you the origin story behind each one! Don't worry, if you're hungry, they serve up tasty tapas and delectable dinners too!
Komadre Kombucha - Stop by Julie's Kombucha taproom and enjoy a cup of bubbly kombucha to tantalize your taste buds with a mixture of exotic flavors.
Valhalla Coffee - If you need a pick me up while holiday shopping, be sure to stop by what is arguably the best cup of joe in the city (also roasted on site)!
(Komadre Kombucha)
Gifts for the Home
details. Home Studio - Find incredible decor, candles and plants in this carefully curated shop. Join them in store to shop for gifts on Small Business Saturday! They’ll have special in-store sales, festive drinks and snacks, as well as a FREE details. tote bag with any purchase on Saturday, Nov 25th, open 11am-6pm.
Rustic Joyful Food - Local celebrity cookbook author Danielle creates accessible cooking and baking recipes for everyone, including little ones, with her blog posts and recipe books. Gift her newest book Butter, Flour, Sugar, Joy, for the ultimate baking book for anyone. In this book you will find easy-to-follow one-bowl wonders that set the stage for joy! A delicious Christmas or holiday gift for the home baker in your life!
Local Whimsy - Local makers making local product, homewares, lifestyle items, and plants!
Jade & Co - Have a green thumb and searching for plant heaven? Look no further than Jennie's shop. Have a black thumb? Have no fear, Jennie will walk you through what you need to know to keep those plant babies alive and growing!
Sage Interiors - Prepare to be wowed when you walk into Nicole's incredible space. You'll find award winning sustainable home furnishings and decor. Interior design services for your home is also offered here. Everything is so beautiful and unique it will be hard to leave. Trust me.
Gift Shops
Compass Rose Shop - Your daily gift shop located in Historic Downtown Olympia and Proctor District, Tacoma.
Open 10-6, 10-5 on Sundays.
Stocklist Goods & Gifts - A gift shop in Downtown Tacoma, Washington with a shop dog and the perfect gift for anyone! Open 10-7 Monday-Saturday and 11-5 on Sunday!
Pacific Northwest Shop Tacoma - Specialty food and gifts from the Pacific Northwest. This family owned shop has been in business since 1978!
Adorned Abode - Benita has curated the sweetest gift shop where you will find something for everyone! From cards, candles, household items, spices, teas and more! Shop online or by appointment.
Paper Luxe - Looking for the perfect gift but don't know where to start? You won't leave empty handed when you stop in Jen’s shop. You'll find locally curated and hand made items, paper goods, books, household items, furniture, plants and more.
Oh Happy Day - Natalie’s online shop supplies all things PARTY! Decor, gifts, gift wrapping and more. You will be surprised and delighted by all the fun options!
(Details Home Studio LLC)
Personalized/Custom Gifts
West Coast Laser Design, LLC - Looking for the perfect custom engraved gift for someone special? This mother and daughter duo Nikki and Charlene can be found with their goods at the Pt. Ruston Market or you can shop online!
Sound & Circle - Local maker Lindsay will get you organized with personalized, custom planners, notepads calendars, stationary and more!
(West Coast Laser Design LLC)
Gifts of Apparel & Accessories
Harts & Pearls - A custom and handmade fashion forward accessory line for the modern woman, child, and baby. Desiree loves working one on one with clients to create the perfect accessory for their special day and their every day. Find something for every occasion on her site.
Splendor & Stone - Gretchen creates beautiful jewelry from bold statement pieces to everyday wear. You can find Gretchen at pop up shops throughout the area, at local retail shops, or online! My most complimented jewelry pieces are always from Gretchen.
Enlight Candle Co. - Hand-mixing and pouring beautiful candles from Gig Harbor, Washington.
(Harts & Pearls)
Gifts for Kids
Curious Bear Toy & Book Shop - Jen has curated the most fun and unique gifts for kids of all ages. This toy store never disappoints and is the one stop shop for birthdays and holidays!
PopUp Kids - Michelle sources the trendiest, gently used children's items so you don't have to pay top dollar for your kids wardrobe. Her resale shop has clothes, shoes, seasonal items, strollers, slings, accessories and more! The perfect place to resell those items your kids only wore once because they grew too fast! Check out their next Christmas PopUp on Wednesday, Nov 29th: 4-8pm or Thursday-Saturday, Nov 30th-Dec 2nd: 9-5pm.
Craft Theory - Meredith started Craft Theory to transform people's relationship with art through judgement free experimentation. Every class taught at Craft Theory is different and dynamic in its own way. Join them for shopping or family-friendly create and sip classes. If you have kids age 5-10 check out their Winter Break Camp to come and experience arts and crafts, yoga, recess, and themed snacks! They have two different weeks this year - Choose Dec 18-22 or Jan 2-5! Camp runs 9am-12pm.
(Craft Theory LLC)
Self-Care Services
Skin By Nikki - Give the gift of pampering this holiday! Master Esthetician Nikki wants to educate you on skin health from the inside out. Choose from a variety of facials and skincare treatment plans and shop from her recommended products.
Sanity - Building confidence through clean and high-performing body skincare that will make your face jealous!
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Thank you so much for including Craft Theory in your round up!
You are so welcome! We love Craft Theory! 😊