Shop local, gift unique: Find something special for everyone on your list. Explore our thoughtfully curated list of the best local gifts in the area.
Finding the perfect gift is about showing thoughtfulness and celebrating what makes each person unique. This year, discover a curated selection of gifts from local businesses across Richland, Ashland, and Knox counties.
Below, you’ll find 31 options—ranging from stocking stuffers to unforgettable experiences and even that one special gift for someone extraordinary.
By shopping from this guide, you’re not only bringing joy to your loved ones but also supporting the vibrant local businesses that make our community unique.
Candy Lover’s Gift Basket
Almost Famous Sweets & Sodas
📍Mount Vernon
Delight in a sweet gift basket filled with candy from Almost Famous Sweets & Sodas. This treat (retail value $50) is perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth.
Buy in store — Almost Famous Sweets & Sodas
Build-Your-Own Skateboard Kit
Brasshouse Boardroom
📍Mansfield
The “Push Incomplete Skateboard Kit” comes with all the parts you need to build your own professional-quality board, including a deck, trucks, wheels, bearings and a skate tool. Great for all ages.
Shop in store — Brasshouse Boardroom
Artwork of Richland Carrousel Animals
Richland Carrousel Park
📍Mansfield
Commission local, hand-painted artwork featuring your favorite carrousel animal! Available in sizes up to 16×20. A unique gift for art lovers and those who adore the carrousel in downtown Mansfield.
Call to order — Richland Carrousel Park
Comics & Coffee
Blackwater Market Comics & Coffee
📍Mansfield
Discover unique gifts with a combination of classic comics, great coffee, and stylish coffee mugs. Perfect for fans who love a good story and a cozy beverage.
Shop online — bwmcomics.com
Pop Culture Collectibles
Operation Fandom
📍Mansfield, Medina & Wooster
Discover exclusive pop culture pieces, including limited-edition merch (like this signed Taylor Swift item) and rare collectibles. Perfect for fans and collectors who love one-of-a-kind finds.
Shop in store — Operation Fandom
Custom-Designed & Printed Apparel
Madame Bagnabit
📍Ashland
Find unique, custom-designed local tees, sweatshirts and accessories that bring fun and creativity to everyday style. A must-see collection for those who love quirky, playful looks.
Shop online — bagnabit.com
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Symphony Tickets for Two
Ashland Symphony Orchestra
📍Ashland
Experience the magic of live music with tickets to a local symphony performance. A thoughtful gift for music lovers or anyone wanting a special night out.
Get Tickets — ashlandsymphony.org
Mid-Ohio Track Day Experience
Mid-Ohio
📍Lexington
Get behind the wheel at Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course! With lead-follow and open lapping sessions available, it’s an exciting gift for any car enthusiast.
Gift cards available — midohio.com
Pamper Package (Experience)
OliveBloom
📍Mansfield
Treat someone special to a wellness experience with foot detox, aromatherapy, holistic massage and more. A rejuvenating escape into relaxation and healing.
Gift cards available — OliveBloom Collective
Craft Beer Basket
Waynes Country Market
📍Mansfield
Treat the beer lover in your life to a personalized craft beer gift basket. Choose from a variety of unique brews to create the perfect, one-of-a-kind gift.
Shop in store — Wayne’s Country Market
Phoenix Brewery Hoodies
Phoenix Brewing Company
📍Mansfield
Keep warm and stylish with cozy hoodies and sweatshirts from downtown Mansfield’s beloved local brewery.
Shop in store — phoenixbrewing.com
Gift Sets With Soaps & Body Care
Dancing Bee
📍Mount Vernon
Pamper someone special with a gift set featuring spiced orange or lavender soaps, beard care boxes or individual body care items. A perfect treat for relaxation.
Shop online — dancingbeesoap.com
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Gourmet Chocolates
Dulci Sweets
📍Ashland
Indulge them with your choice of sampler assortments with individually wrapped chocolate treats, including decadent bars and caramel-dipped coffee spoons. A luxurious way to enjoy sweets this season.
Shop online — dulcisweets.com
Cozy Evening for Two
Fig & Oak
📍Ashland
Give the gift of a cozy night in with a curated bundle, featuring bath + body products from Fig & Oak. Each purchase supports charity.
Shop online — figandoak.shop
Holiday Coffee Set
Goldberry Roasting
📍Ashland
Treat coffee lovers to three holiday blends in a festive sampler: light, medium, and dark roasts. Includes a seasonal ornament and an exclusive discount for future orders.
Pre-order – goldberryroasting.com
Gift Card & Styling Session
Golden Poppy Boutique
📍Mansfield
Purchase a $50 gift card from this local boutique and receive a complimentary styling consultation (Must be scheduled). A thoughtful gift for fashion lovers wanting a personal touch.
Gift cards available — goldenpoppy.com
Timeless Permanent Jewelry
Dainty Designs by Toni
📍Mount Vernon
Choose from bracelets, anklets, necklaces and rings for a touch of elegance that lasts. Starting at $50, each piece offers a meaningful way to celebrate personal style.
Shop online — daintydesignsbytoni.com
Unique Metal Ornaments
Likes Metal Works
📍Mansfield
Decorate with American-made, 14-gauge steel ornaments that can be displayed all year. Each ornament is powder-coated and comes with hand-selected ribbon for a lasting finish. Also, check out their custom-made fire pits and signs.
Shop online — likesmetalworks.com
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YMCA Gift Card
YMCA of North Central Ohio
📍Mansfield
Give the gift of fitness and fun with a YMCA gift card. Can be used toward TrackMan Golf Simulator, merchandise, memberships or classes for an active lifestyle.
Learn more— ymcanco.org
Holiday Punch Cards at the Children’s Museum
Buckeye Imagination Museum
📍Mansfield
Enjoy five admissions with a holiday punch card for just $49. Valid throughout the year, it’s a gift that keeps giving with endless fun and entertainment.
Buy in store — buckeyeimaginationmuseum.org
Karate Class Package
Music Academy of Karate & Empowerment
📍Mansfield
Give the gift of empowerment with karate classes that inspire resilience and growth. Perfect for kids and adults seeking a transformative fitness experience. Mention code: Gift Guide MAKE for three months free plus 20% off the gi and sparring package!
Learn more— musickarate.org
Stationery Set & Holiday Keepsakes
Cartolina on Main
📍Ashland
Delight the creative in your life with a stationery set including journals, notepads, bookmarks, and pens. Holiday cards, photo prints, and photo art are also available for a personal touch.
Shop online — cartolinaonmain.com
Padded Book Sleeve with Pocket
CPickering Co.
📍Mansfield
Protect books and e-readers in style with a padded book sleeve featuring a pocket. Perfect for book lovers on the go who need a safe, stylish way to carry their reads.
Shop online — cpickeringco.com
Local Bookstore Gift
Paragraphs Bookstore
📍Mount Vernon
Support a love for reading with a gift from a local bookstore. From novels to children’s books, find something for every bookworm on your list.
Shop online — paragraphsbookstore.com
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Locally Curated Gift Basket
Beyond Measure Market
📍Greenwich
Share local flavors with a beautifully arranged gift basket featuring meats, cheeses, crackers, spreads, and sweets. Custom baskets are available for a truly personal touch.
Shop online — beyondmeasuremarket.com
Natural Soy Candle
Rustik Market
📍Mansfield
Gift a 100% natural soy candle, hand-poured in Ohio with long-lasting fragrance. A soothing addition to any space, with 70-80 hours of burn time.
Shop online — rustikmarketdecor.com
Personalized Ornaments
Catbird Mercantile
📍Mansfield
Celebrate the season with custom ornaments made especially for your loved ones. A keepsake that captures memories and adds a personal touch to holiday decor. Must be ordered by Dec. 1.
Shop online — catbirdmercantile.com
Olive Chief Watch Cap
The Boot Life LLC
📍Mansfield
For the one who lives The Boot Life®️ every day regardless of the temperature. Give them the gift of warmth and quality in a timeless watch cap style featuring a custom USA sourced genuine leather sewn-down patch.
Shop online — thebootlife.com
Sandwich Board Frame
Little Moose and Company
📍Mansfield
This frame set includes four event or holiday tiles for endless customization. Handcrafted in Ohio, it’s a unique decor piece to display throughout the year.
Shop online — littlemooseandcompany.com
Tea Gift Bundles
Twisted Fig Tea
📍Mansfield
Enjoy cozy tea moments with a gift bundle starting at $35. Includes a curated selection of fine teas, perfect for warming up on chilly days.
Shop online — twistedfigtea.com
Handmade Earrings for Every Style
Catbird Mercantile
📍Mansfield
Shop online for unique, handmade earrings that add a pop of elegance and creativity to any look. A beautiful and thoughtful gift for jewelry lovers.
Shop online — catbirdmercantile.com