LOVEmikana.com Holiday Gift Guide :: Local Gift Ideas, Deals & Discounts

Welcome to LOVEmikana's Holiday Gift Guide! We've paired up with SBchic.com and Couldihavethat.com to help make your holidays a little brighter by making your shopping a little lighter. Together, we collaborated with some of our favorite local businesses to bring you the inside skinny on local goods you can gift for every bird in your nest. Be it a signature item, service or experience, you're sure to find that special something for your someone special. This season, we say shop local and support all that makes Santa Barbara so sweet.

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1. Oiselle Mac Jacket

What's pink, fuzzy and warm all over? This sleek and sporty jacket will keep the active friend in your life warm and stylish while they run mile after mile...

Where: Santa Barbara Running - 110 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara or 129 N. Fairview Avenue, Goleta
Why: Who says you can't be sporty and stylish at the same time?
How Much: $89
Website: www.sbrunningco.com
2. Adesso Bixby Bangles

A modern take on the nautical influences found along the Big Sur coastline, these colorful bangles are made of hand-forged brass with silk thread handwrapped cotton rope. They are 100% handmade in the Adesso Atelier right here in SB!

Where: The Adesso Atelier - 1209 De La Vina Street or online at Adesso Shop
Why: Made in Santa Barbara? Check! Timeless? Check! A statement to any outfit? Check!
How Much: $75
Website: www.adessoshop.com
3. The Perfect Scarf

Have a fashion forward friend, but not sure you want to risk buying a top that may, or may not, fit? How about a scarf? Luckily Chapala and Parker stocks a plethora of options, making finding the perfect gift easy peasy.

Where: Chapala & Parker Boutique, 350 Chapala Street
Why: The perfect pop of color or pattern to any outfit, and one size, really does fit all.
How Much: $32 - $42
Website: www.chapalaandparker.com

It's kind of a big deal: Mention LOVEmikana and get 10% off the promoted item through December 31st, including Jill Michael Jewelry in store.
4. Rose Gold Nugget Gathering Necklace

An 18k gold-fill chain necklace with a row of 22k rose gold-plated nugget beads gathered in the center.

Where: Online at www.jillmichaeljewelry.com
Why: This delicate necklace is the perfect little something for the jewelry obsessed friend in your life. It works with a little black dress or a basic white T making it a great, versatile gift.
How Much: $50
Website: www.jillmichaeljewelry.com

It's kind of a big deal: Enter LOVEMIKANA coupon code at checkout and receive 10% off your entire purchase through December 31st, 2012.
5. Create Your Own Scent

Customize your own Grapeseed Company products - everything from lotion, room mist and body wash to perfume, reed difusers, candles and more! You can even add your own personalized label.

Where: The Grapeseed Co. Scent Bar - 201 W. Carrillo St. OR Visit their virtual scent bar™ online
Why: Giving a personalized gift just make scents.
How Much: $12-$36
Website: www.thegrapeseedcompany.com
6. Aquamarine Drop and Gold Earrings

Handmade in SB, these are beautiful, pale blue aquamarine briolettes accented with gold vermeil granulation beads and dangle from gold vermeil French earwires.

Where: Online at Judit M Designs
Why: Aquamarine is said to bring harmony. It will give you peace of mind to give these darling drop earrings.
How Much: $24.00
Website: www.juditmdesigns.com

It's kind of a big deal: Use coupon code "LOVEMIK12" and receive 10% off orders of $30 or more through December 31, 2012. Use coupon code "DELIVERY" for free shipping in Santa Barbara of orders of $50 or more.
7. Kids Mini Bailey Button UGG Booties

With adorable details, durable construction, and added foam for all-day comfort, the Mini Bailey Button makes the perfect bootie for small feet.

Where: Kids Corner (located inside SB Running) - 110 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara
Why: Stylish and cozy soles for kids that are cute as a button.
How Much: $100
Website: www.sbkidscorner.com

It's kind of a big deal: Mention LOVEmikana and Kids Corner will donate 10% of the sale to a local charity of your choice.
8. Cambria Estate Winery
Family Namesake Gift Box

This gift box shows the true expressions of Santa Barbara County wines. Perfect for the wine lover in your life, it includes a bottle of Katherine’s Vineyard Chardonnay, a bottle of Julia’s Vineyard Pinot Noir and a copy of The California Directory of Fine Wineries: Central Coast book.

Where: Purchase at the winery in Santa Maria or by calling the tasting room at 805-937-8091.
Why: Cheers to the gift of good vino!
How Much: $80 / gift box
Website: www.cambriawine.com
9. Porcelain Apothecary Bottles

These bottles are made from raw, unglazed porcelain. Vintage mason jars, apothecary and beer bottles are used to create molds to make these charming vases or decorative bottles. Yes, they hold water!

Where: The Adesso Atelier - 1209 De La Vina Street or online at Adesso Shop
Why: Bring a little farm-to-table-style into your digs.
How Much: $36-42
Website: www.adessoshop.com
10. Chocolate Lovers Club

Truffle Club: Receive quarterly shipments of their 18-piece box of truffles. Available in light & dark chocolate selections.

Chocolate lovers Club: Receive quarterly shipments of assorted truffles, caramelized almonds, mint infused truffle sticks, seasonally inspired caramels & more!

Where: Online at Jessica Foster Confections
Why: Being apart of the club never tasted so sweet.
How Much: $27-$54 per shipment.
Website: www.jessicafosterconfections.com
11. A Salt Cave Experience

Filled from floor-to-ceiling with 90,000 pounds pure pink Himalayan Crystal Salt, these new caves are a real treat for anyone to experience.

Where: 740 State Street, Santa Barbara
Why: Know someone who needs a little relaxation? Send them into these seriously salty (and cool), therapeutic salt caves.
How Much: Prices range from $25 to relax in a therapeutic Salt Cave to $155 for a Salt Scrub and Massage.
Website: www.saltcavesb.com
12. Nisolo Shoes

Handcrafted in Peru, these leather shoes are versatile and classy. Shop boots, oxfords, sandals and flats for both men and women.

Where: Online at www.nisoloshoes.com or locally at Lola Boutique - 1221 State Street
Why: Looking for a gift that gives back? Not only are these shoes stylish, they help to employ Peruvian women and the growth of their communities. We'd say these kicks are truly a gift that are good for the sole.
How Much: $48-$146
Website: www.nisoloshoes.com
13. Letterpress Business/Calling Cards

Give yourself or someone else a present that is hot off the press! With this gift, the recipient can create one-of-a-kind, one-color business/calling cards printed on the finest quality Crane's Lettra stock.

Where: Call 805-861-8409 or email info@lazaropress.com for inquiries.
Why: Bring good business into the new year.
How Much: $385 for 200 cards
Website: www.lazaropress.com

It's kind of a big deal: Mention LOVEmikana to receive $100 off of 200 custom letterpress cards through January 31st, 2013.
14. Craft Activism Book

Local author, Joan Tapper, celebrates the crafting movement with inspiring ideas and beautiful pictures showing readers how to live a more do-it-yourself way of life.

Where: Online or locally at Chaucer's Bookstore.
Why: We D-I-E for anything D-I-Y. Don't you?
How Much: $23
Website: www.amazon.com
15. A Cozy Alpaca Blanket

Designed by local Santa Barbaran, Ashley Hayes, and her sister Erin, these luxurious alpaca blankets are absolutely the best way to snuggle up on a chilly evening.

Where: Online at Asher Market
Why: It's a little comfort for the cozy sole and a chic accent to any Santa Barbara lifestyle.
How Much: $140
Website: www.ashermarket.com
16. The Diptique Candle

You can never go wrong with this gift that keeps on giving. These 6.5oz candles burn for approximately 60 hours and are a staple in our cozy abodes.

Where: Upstairs at Pierre Lafond, 516 San Ysidro Road, Montecito
Why: Light up someone's holiday.
How Much: $60
Website: www.upstairsatpierrelafond.com
17. Brass Bead Bracelets

This arm candy is a double strand of brass beads on waxed cotton cord and is adjustable, fits a 6"-8" wrist.

Where: Online at www.thehandofoz.com
Why: Let us give you a hand - you can wrap them, stack them or sport them solo. Whichever way you favor, The Hand of Oz has your ﬂavor.
How Much: $18 - $36
Website: www.thehandofoz.com

It's kind of a big deal: Use the code LOVEMIKANA to receive 20% oﬀ your online purchase through December, 2012.