Holiday season is approaching, and Travel Wisconsin wants to help take the stress out of shopping. Whether you’re buying for a fashionista, a foodie or an experienced outdoorsman, there are plenty of unique places to find gifts.
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Cedarburg
- Cedar Creek Settlement is an enclave of 25 historic and unique shops and galleries. Starting mid-November, the area is decorated for “A Cedarburg Christmas” with storefronts filled with twinkling lights and seasonal decorations. Â
- For the kids, visit Itty Bitty Piggies for cute baby items and Cedarburg Toy Company for toys handmade by local artisans.
- For jewelry, check out the exquisite estate pieces at Noveau Antique Jewelry.
- Foodies will love the caramel apples at Amy’s Candy Kitchen or dipping oils from The Olive Sprig.
- Time your visit: the Cedarburg Artist Guild Annual Holiday Fair takes place Nov. 29-Dec.1. More than 40 exceptional Guild artists will showcase and sell their work at the Cedarburg Community Center.
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 Lake Geneva
- Cornerstone Shop & Gallery sells everything from home décor and accessories to original art from Lake Geneva and area artists, plus clothing, jewelry accessories, and gifts for every occasion.
- For outdoorsy folk, stop into Clear Water Outdoor, a boutique specializing in apparel and gear for indoor and outdoor active endeavors.
- Time your visit: The 18th Annual Christmas in the Woods Craft Fair is Dec. 7 and features over 50 crafters and vendors from throughout the Midwest.
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Milwaukee: Historic Third Ward
In the Historic Third Ward, you'll find locally owned restaurants, spas, theaters, galleries, and boutiques all in a historic warehouse setting.
- Eclectic shopping opportunities include LOCALMke, featuring a wide assortment of handmade goods by Wisconsin artisans, and MOD GEN, a “modern general store,” with homeware and a large houseplant selection.
- Try Fashion Angels if you have a tween girl in the family. They sell stylish arts & crafts, bags, stationary, room décor and more.
- You can’t go wrong with a gift from the Milwaukee Public Market for your foodie friends. They sell spices, wine, cheese and more.
- While in the Third Ward, stock up on gift wrap, ribbon and greeting cards at Broadway Paper.