Even in the best of times it can be a struggle to find the right gift. So this year, let's make it a little easier to help you find gifts that will please even the pickiest person on your list! Most of Fairfield retailers offer in-person and online shopping with a variety of services such as gift wrapping, curbside pick up, shipping and free local delivery. (hours of operation and services provided may vary)

Gifts for Home & Kitchen

At Home Store; A collection of goods for kitchen, garden, children, knitting and home. Feel free to call the store if you don't see what you are looking for. Open for curbside pickup, and front window shopping, 11-4 pm, Tuesday through Saturday. Order online here    641.472.1016

Pickle Creek Herbs; Pickle Creek gift boxes and bags are great for people who love to cook, people who love to create, people who love herbs, and people who love to eat!Their herb-infused olive oils and balsamic vinegars, soaps, salves, and balms are created from their own original recipes and the herbs, peppers, garlic, and fruits  grown in their garden. Everything is made by hand!   Visit their tasting room or  order online here    319.694.3054

Gifts for the Family

Adelas; Behind the red door you'll find a gift shop that caters to everyone in the family. There's mix of fine gifts and home accents, including Pandora Jewelry. And even some creative finds for those hard to buy for men and kids! Open for in-person, online, phone shopping, curbside pick up, free local delivery, and shipping.   641.472.1824  Shop online here

The Kottage; Some of the best smelling candles in the world can be found in this eclectic gift shop. And there are gifts for mom, puzzles for the family, gadgets for the teens and gifts for baby. Open for in-person shopping 10 - 4, M-F, 10 - 2, Saturday.  641.469.5467

Gifts for Kids

Stuff a Bear and More; Who couldn't use more cuddly bears for the holidays? Stuff a Bear specializes in Kits 2 Go, which includes your choice of animal and costume. The perfect thing for kids from 2-99! Open for in-person and curbside pickup.  See their selections here

Chickadee; If you had to pick 2 words to describe Chickadee, they would be charming and educational! You’ll find great stuff for kids that is Earth-friendly, non-toxic, safe, high-quality, and affordable... let's face it, if your kid needs it, you can probably get it at Chickadee! Open for in-person shopping and curbside pickup. 641.919.1044

Gifts for Well Being

Thymely Solutions; Thymely Solutions is best known for providing  pure, natural alternatives to support your health. But they are an amazing gift shop as well! And they've made gift giving is easy with in-person shopping, curbside pickup and in town delivery, out of town shopping and free gift wrapping available. They also have the option of phone order gift shopping, (641.472.9815) where you can call the store and they will send you pictures and ideas for your gifting needs. Shop online here.

Gifts for your Taste Buds

Somm Wines; With over 200 of the best bottles of wine from all over the world, including Italy, France, Germany, California, and the Pacific Northwest, you are sure to find something delightful in this boutique wine shop. Check out their discounted wine packs, suitable for curbside pickup. Visit them online here.

Bountiful Bakery; If croissants were a food group, then we would live on the ones from this family owned bakery! Open wed-Sun mornings, you can fill up on all your pastry needs... be sure to get some to share! Open for pick up and curbside pick up.

 

Gifts for Artists and Collectors

Looking for original art or art prints for the collector in your life? Unique, one of a kind pieces created by Fairfield artists are now available for purchase online. Check out this creative site.

Cindy's Artbeat; Got a creative person in your life?  Cindy has a fabulous collection of high-quality supplies that will get any creative person itching to make something!  Paints, papers, pencils and so much more!  Have Cindy create a gift basket for your special artist! Located at 53 W. Broadway (on the Square), Cindy's Artbeat is open Thu- Fri 2:00 - 5:00 and Sat 12 - 4 PM.  Or call 641.209.1988 to arrange for curbside pick up.

Gifts of Jewelry

Zax Jewelry; ZAX Jewelry teaches on-site metalsmithing to Fairfield and surrounding communities. They also offer online courses and gift certificates on their website. Jewelry created at ZAX can be purchased in their downtown gallery at 55 W Broadway in Fairfield (Weds & Fri 1-4pm), or on their website: zaxjewelry.com