50 Gifts Under $50 from Local Shops
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Gold Wall Sconce, $20-$40, sizes vary
Niche Urban Garden Supply, 619 Tremont St., Boston
nicheboston.com
These geometric hanging ornaments make for chic air plant holders. Attach one to the wall or suspend it from ceiling to spruce up your home or office.
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Tom Brady Crew Socks, $20
On Centre, 676 Centre St., Jamaica Plain
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What better place for a cartoon image of Tom Brady than on your feet? These TB12 socks are a unisex “one size fits most,” so you can get a pair for every member of the family.
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Stainless Split Pea Lighter, $20
Ball and Buck, 144-B Newbury St., Boston
ballandbuck.com
This discrete little lighter is small (much like a penny) but packs power. Made of solid brass stock, the stylish, quality accessory can clip on to your belt or a set of keys.
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Scented Firestarters, $20
Westborough Wicks
westboroughwicks.com
Say goodbye to stuffing newspapers in the fireplace—these scented firestarters will eliminate the need for kindling. The all-natural soy wax pods will burn for 20 minutes in a wood stove, fireplace, or campfire.
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Assorted Vegetable Set, $20
Magpie, 416 Highland Ave., Somerville
magpiekids.com
Make vegetables fun again with this practical toy set. The assorted veggies—including a tomato, mushroom, onion, and others—can be sliced with a tiny knife on their bright yellow cutting board.
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Zippo Hand Warmer, $19.95
Craft and Caro
craftandcaro.com
Bid adieu to those orange plastic hand warmers that never seem to work very well, and gift your favorite football fan this metal pocket hand warmer from Zippo. It comes with a refillable warmer pouch so it can keep you cheering season after season.
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Geometric Wood Stud Earrings, $19
Joyo
etsy.com
For the jewelry lover who has it all, these laser-cut earrings were etched from solid maple. A pop of color on the natural wood makes for a unique accessory.
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Allston Pennant, $18
Loyal Supply Co., 21 Union Square, Somerville
loyalsupplyco.com
Represent your neighborhood in style with Local Supply Co.’s classic pennants. Allston, Cambridge, Somerville, and other towns are available.
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Leather Luggage Tag, $18
Corter Leather & Cloth
corterleather.com
This natural leather luggage tag was handmade in New England. Write directly on it with ink or a wood burner, then affix it to your suitcase to add vintage flair.
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Boston Tea Towel, $16
Greentail Table, 343 Watertown St., Newton
greentailtable.com
The city’s much-loved skyline has been emblazoned on this cotton blend towel in funky, cheery colors. The tea towel should be draped over an oven handle for all guests to admire.
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Green Line Wooden Train Car, $15.95
MFA Shop, 465 Huntington Ave., Boston
mfashop.com
If only the real-life Green Line chugged along as fast as this little wooden train will when your nieces and nephews get their hands on it. The train is modeled after the MBTA Type 8 Light Rail vehicles that screech along the tracks today.
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Cape Cod Sea Salt Caramels, $14.95
McCrea’s Candies, 202 Neponset Valley Parkway, Hyde Park
mccreascandies.com
Caramel lovers of New England beware: these tasty morsels are addicting. McCrea’s classic flavor mixes sweet caramel with “savory flakes of coastal New England sea salt.”
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Chocolate Fig Sunshine, $12
Doves and Figs
doves-figs.myshopify.com
Doves and Figs jams is the stuff of the sweetest dreams. Their locally grown preserves are excellent on toast, in baked goods, and even over ice cream.
Photo courtesy of Loyal Supply Co.
Spirograph Drawing Set, $12
Loyal Supply Co., 21 Union Square, Somerville
loyalsupplyco.com
The doodles of childhood are back and more nostalgic than ever. This spirograph drawing set will bring back memories, and probably your old gel pens, too.
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Windowpane Linen Napkin, $8.50
The Everyday Co.
theeverydaynapkin.co
These individually sold napkins are handmade in Boston. This simple windowpane pattern framed by brightly colored thread adds a sophisticated touch to an everyday meal.
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Sprout Ballpoint Pen, $6
Flock, 274 Shawmut Ave., Boston
flockboston.com
For your pal who happens to be a gifted writer with a green thumb, this cute, sprouting ballpoint pen is an excellent stocking stuffer. Pair with a water-resistant notepad for serious gardeners.
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Vintage Postage Stamps, $1.75
Of Note Stationers, 220 N. Pleasant St., Amherst
ofnotestationers.com
Your snail mail will never have looked so good with these hand-selected, unused vintage stamps. Keep them in their adorable packet until you’re ready to adorn your next letter.
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