No need for a monologue from me, this guide includes some of my favorite makers & small businesses broken down by person (in categories that are actually useful) starting with the most requested, the ever frustrating father.
My only ask of you is that if you find this guide useful or discover a new fav business follow them on social media & tag @sweetcostocle when sharing the guide.
Cheers,
SC
Non Sports Dad
Tie or money clip from Oceanne Jewelry, you can even them stamped with a custom phrase!
His favorite food item, CLE edition, so if he loves coffee gift him a trip to Duck Rabbit, beer = Sibling Revelry or a mixed 6 pack of local holiday brews, if he's a sandwich guy give him a lunch at Larder.
If he's a "cool dad" then he has to check out LBM, a viking bar with killer food and cocktails in Lakewood.
Sports Dad
A new hat from The Gravel Pit, or a T from Homage.
Anything from GPS sports gallery in Rocky River, they have vintage memorabilia, new merch, and apparel!
Mom who refuses to give you any suggestions
Evie Lou has a ton of amazing wraps in a variety of colors, most are one size fits all so no awkward guess work!
Sweet Leaf Designs dried floral arrangement can be preserved for years to come and what mom doesn't like flowers?! (I'm sure there's one out there but I don't need your sass)
Local Jam or herb blends from The Home Pantry CLE if she's a cooking mom!
Minimalist
Gift them a trip to Visible Voice Books, they're currently taking reservations for small groups to browse and you get pizza from Crust with your booking!
Cookies from Anchors & Bows Bakery, from cute seasonal packs to a bag of dicks, they have exactly what you're looking for.
Any type of food really, a dessert from Sweet Costo (I had to), a gift card for take out, or a coffee date with you once that's a thing again.
A gift card to Better World Refill shop in Lakewood, a no waste dreamland!
Man with No Hobbies
Food is the #1 suggestion here, Reverie has some super cool bar glasses so you could make a little cocktail night kit! Western Reserve Distillery has awesome local spirits.
You could do the same with coffee from Pour.
A custom home drawing from Amber Esner would be cool too, or her pack of places postcards!
A poster, record, or print from Threefold gifts, they have something for every personality.
Bebes
Salty Not Sweet has all of the cool pop culture baby wear!
Oceanne also has chic onesies & some small biz baby accessories.
Lil Kids
Gingerbread homes sells fun & unique DIY ginger bread kits (and they offer vegan ones!) that are interactive AND delicious #winwin
The Good Dog Bake Shop, a book by local artist Kendel Conde, available at KB Confections or on her Etsy Shop!
A gift card or some apparel from the Cub Shrub in Cbus (I love the "the future is better than this" T!)
Teens
Junk Party Jewelry offers super colorful upcycled earrings that are cool enough to pass the teen test.
Lagoon Deer Park doesn't offer gift cards but does list their pricing online so you could make your own gift card & just include the cash! This is super fun for any animal loving family or a teen and their friends; located in Sandusky.
New Homeowners
A piece from Svona Studio (who has a style that works with a lot of aesthetics but you could always go with a gift card if you're nervous about doing the picking!)
Candles from Ohio Wick House, she has the best seasonal scents.
A gift card to Elm & Iron in C-bus, gorgeous home decor that fits into a range of styles.
New Parents
Date night, a take out gift card to their favorite local spot and something decadent for dessert like chocolates from Mitchells!
An ornament to commemorate the year from Salty Not Sweet. (click through the link...it's worth it)
Plant People
A botanical print from Cuyahoga Collective and maybe some local park stickers for your nature enthusiast.
A gift card and small plant from a local garden center like Lakewood Garden Center.
Pet People
Odd Dog Coffee is perfect for the Dog lovers in your life, their merch is all dog oriented inluding beanies & bandanas for the furry friends or you could give freshly roasted beans and a gift card to visit them at Walter Stinson Community Park.
Junebug Paper Co is run by Kendel, an amazing artist who offers pet portraits! There's just something about the way she captures the essence of the pup that's so much more expressive than a photo.
A front porch session with dog photographer SC Creative (it me).
Fiance
A signature scent from Yates Perfume, so intimate and romantic!
A private dinner with Chef Evan Walker, you aren't engaged long so why not mark the occasion with a unique experience.
Foodie (cooking version)
Life is Hard, Cooking isn't by Samantha Santti, perfect for new or seasoned cooks alike!
A custom Apron from HanMade Goods is every cook's dream, amazing quality!
Foodie (going out version)
Gift your favorite foodie one of the best dining experiences in CLE, the soup dumplings at LJ Shanghai! If they've already had them they'll be psyched to go back for more.
Il Rione is the best pizza in CLE so if they haven't tried it the need to, they also sell wine by the bottle so snag one to go with the gift card and you're all set!
Wino
Furbish & Fire upcycles wine bottles into candles! This would be great paired with their favorite bottle & a chunky knit blanket (I couldn't find anyone local but etsy is a super easy way to support small!)
A gift card to CLE Urban Winery, for bottles or hopefully a patio trip next summer!
Some Chocolate from Mitchell's to pair with their favorite bottle (a quick google search usually pulls up a list and the folks at Mitchell's are also v knowledgeable in this arena!)
Beer Snob
A charcuterie board from Boards by Brooke & a 6 pack of their favorite brew.
Anything from the GLBC gift shop, they stock unique craft beer oriented goods from across the country!
Super simple but you cannot go wrong with a mixed 6 pack of local favs from your favorite beverage store.
Whiskey Lover
A Short Guide to Cheap Whiskey by yours truly, every bottle in it is under $35 so you could get one to accompany the book!
Local distilleries are also a great choice, Western Reserve Distillery is my personal fav.
Reverie has some really fun glassware that you could pair with their fav bottle as well.
The Basic Bitch
A gift card to Stella & Shay for a mani, facial treatment, or spray tan!
CLE merch from Shore Society, to rep your city without being cliche or cheesy.
The Workaholic
A trip to Accupunture first or Sacred Hour for some relaxing & restoring.
If they aren't the spa type they may enjoy some indulgent paper goods from Paper Trails in Rocky River (or a gift card if they're the particular type).
Edgy Neutral Pal
Any freaking piece from Oceanne, the general vibe is statement pieces that are neutral enough to quickly become every day favs.
Some pieces from Blanc Boutique or a giftcard.
Custom earrings from Blue Whale Goods who stocks the dreamiest neutral clays.
Bold & Colorful Pal
Statement jewelry from Bombay Taxi Boutique, Shibani always share fun colorful ways to style her pieces.
Ovaries before brovaries keychain from Wild Canary Studio, super cute & colorful!
The Cool One
ANYTHING from Bunny Paige, it's all to die for.
Heart & Brain Anatomy Journals from Snakes and Aceys (or any of their apparel!)
The Artsy One
A trip to Brewella's, the most instagrammable coffee shop in NEO! They also sell vintage wares.
A handmade mug from someone local like Tiny Cloud ceramics!
The Witchy One
Literally anything from Coven in Lakewood, the staff is super knowledgeable and responsive on insta if you have any questions!
Wicked Eye Woodworking makes the coolest coffin shelves in various sizes.
Cleveland Curiosities has plenty of creepy goods, vintage and from makers across the country.
Homebodies (like OG pre Covid real ones)
A morning at home including a mug from Billy Ritter or Tiny Cloud Ceramics and some unique coffee from Pour or Tea from Cle Tea Revival!
A custom blend of essential oils from Yates Perfume or a gift card for a diy kit to create their own signature scent for their oasis.
Trendy AF
Anything Blair Ritchey is sure to become a new fav.
Lettie Briggs is a local textile illustration shop that sells the most gorgeous silk scarves in a large variety of patterns and colorways.
Movie Lover
Cult classics are turned into cuddly pillows & masks over at the Cuddle Cult.
Round up their favorite snacks & a gift card to Cedar Lee Theater.