It is the most wonderful time of the year — the time of giving and gifting to all the people in our lives. This holiday season is also an opportunity to shop local and support Twin Port businesses. Perfect Duluth Day’s nifty gifty gift guide features items from 15 local artists, shops and creators whose products could make the perfect present for anyone on your nice or naughty list.

Leather Card Holder from Sticking with Deb

Deb Manhart is a local creator who works with everything leather — creating an array of products that includes a few Duluth-inspired designs featuring the lift bridge, Lake Superior and other icons of the region. Her cardholders make a great gift for stubborn dads who won’t make a Christmas list. They are also a great way to class up a gift card. To view all the shop’s designs and stay up to date on new products, check out the Facebook page, Sticking with Deb. Manhart sells her leather creations at both Alt Creative and Minnesconsin Merch.

Lake Superior Art Glass Melting Snowman

Artists at Lake Superior Art Glass create some of the most unique pieces of blown glass on this side of the lake including the melting snowman. A perfect little guy to bring the holiday cheer and to remind you it might be time to turn down your thermostat. This melty man can be purchased from the gallery’s online shop at lakesuperiorartglass.com or in the storefront at 357 Canal Park Drive in Duluth.

Handmade Books of Duluth

Bind hopes, dreams and all those passive-aggressive thoughts about family into something local this holiday season. Handmade Books of Duluth designs and binds journals that make the perfect gift for the creative people on your shopping list this season. Shop this company’s products at Alt Creative. Don’t see what you’re looking for? Visit handmadebooksduluth.com for more options and information about getting custom books made before the holidays.

WE Clinic Pro-Abortion Apparel

WE Clinic is an independently owned reproductive and sexual health care clinic in Duluth. Just in time for the holidays, the clinic has dropped its own line of apparel, including a tie-dye bucket hat with the simple saying, “Have a Nice Abortion.” That logo can also be added to baseball hats. The shop has other designs that can be added to shirts, hats, mugs and even sweatpants. All proceeds from the online storefront at bonfire.com support the clinic.

Vintage Silverware Jewelry

Toni Samskar takes those old forks, spoons and knives you’d see in a grab bag at Savers and turns them into wearable art pieces. Samskar makes rings, necklaces and other cutlery-inspired trinkets. Her pieces can be found at Vintage Hideaway in Hermantown.

Topside Drink Mixes

Established in 2018, Topside is made right in Duluth and sold all over the Twin Ports. The company is known for its own bloody Mary mix that can be used for, of course, bloody Marys, Caesars and even bloody beers. If cold alcoholic tomato soup isn’t your style, the company’s newest product is Island Sunset, a fruity cocktail mix. Even in a Minnesota winter, the Island Sunset (mixed with the right booze) will bring you to a warm beach. Topside also makes its own blueberry margarita and piña colada mix. All Topside mixes can be purchased at topsidemn.com and in local stores across the Northland including Duluth Kitchen Co. and Vintage Hideaway.

Yes, Cheese Charcuterie Bouquet

Nothing says you care about someone more than the gift of assorted meats and cheeses. Yes, Cheese not only sells different types of meats, cheeses, sauces and cheese accessories but also creates charcuterie bouquets. In the shape of a regular flower bouquets, these arrangements come equipped with meat, cheese, pickles, olives and even some chocolate. Order your bouquets and other themed charcuterie boards at yescheesedlh.com or visit the shop at 1323 Broadway St., Suite 150 in Superior.

Twin Ports Trains

We all know someone who likes trains or history. Twin Ports Trains: The Historic Railroads of Duluth & Superior, 1870–1970 is filled with more than 300 pictures and maps that describe every aspect of local railroads, from their construction to their impact across the country. The book can be purchased at the Zenith Bookstore, 318 N. Central Ave., and online at zenithcity.com for $50. For a list of more local books visit the PDD post “Duluth Book Releases in 2024.”

Therapeutic Furry Cat Bed

Don’t forget to add your pets to the shopping list. Hounds of Hell Boutique makes all sorts of pet accessories, including cozy pet beds. The beds come in both pup and cat varieties and can be ordered in small, medium and large sizes. Kimberly Christine runs the boutique and is a trained animal massage therapist. She grew up in Duluth and after leaving for a while, found her way back home. Costumes, bandanas, pet beds and more can all be ordered at houndsofhellboutique.com.

Superior Yarn Creations Capybara

Mother-daughter duo Rhonda and Sophitia Monarque are the brains behind Superior Yarn Creations. These two ladies create lil’ guys, ranging from small to large, through the art of crocheting. Their plushies can be ordered online at superioryarncreations.com, but Rhonda and Sophitia are also always on the move. Superior Yarn Creations can be found participating in plenty of local craft and vendor fairs all over the Twin Ports.

Note Card Packs from Emlynn Draws Birds

Despite the shop name, Emlynn Mock draws more than just birds. Mock is a 20-year-old, self-taught artist who finds her inspiration from nature and all the creatures that inhabit it. Her Etsy shop sells wintery bird note card packs that come with four per pack. These artful cards are perfect for sending warm wishes and giving the recipient a piece of art. She also has a pixel store that features more designs and offers a larger array of products such as pieces of wall art, pillows and phone cases. Mock has a strong presence on YouTube and Instagram. She posts videos of her working on pieces and posts about the upcoming events she will be attending. All of her shops and socials can be found on her link tree at linktr.ee/emlynndrawsbirds.

AfroGeode & the Gemstones

This self-titled record is dedicated to AfroGeode & the Gemstone’s late bandmate, Diona Johnson. The record was released on Jun. 28, a little under a year after Johnsons’ unexpected passing. It captures the classic sounds the band had perfected over the years — mixing pieces of soul, hip hop and electronic into something original. AfroGeode & the Gemstones is available on Bandcamp for digital download ($10). It can also be purchased on vinyl ($25), compact disc ($11) and cassette ($12). To browse other music options for your shopping list, check out the PDD post “Duluth Album Releases in 2024.”

House of Donuts Crewneck Shirt

Misgen Design Company is taking this holiday season on a blast from the past with items that harken back to Duluth’s good ol’ days. The designs feature old bar and restaurant logos like House of Donuts. Alongside the vintage collection, there are plenty of other Duluth-inspired designs from owner Wayne Misgen, the Misgen of Misgen Design. He started doodling at a young age and has been a professional designer for more than a decade.

Kenwood Farms Freeze-Dried Skittles

Kenwood Farms is a one-stop shop offering canned goods, apparel, wall art, miscellaneous tchotchkes and even hunting safety classes. But its hot commodity is different freeze-dried snacks. Freeze drying adds an extra crunch to food without taking away its nutritional value. In-house, Kenwood Farms sells freeze-dried candy that ranges in price from $5 to $8. The company also will freeze dry any food a customer might want. To set up a time to get your family members’ favorite food dried, call 218-576-8995.

North Shore Adventure Park Gift Cards

Give the gift of experience. Adventure Park in Silver Bay offers multiple family friendly activities but is known for its climbing and zipline adventures. Adult tickets are $69 and children’s tickets are $65. The tickets include access to the park’s six aerial obstacle courses and 10 ziplines for 2.5 hours. Other activities offered at the park include ax-throwing and a Lil’ Rascal Playground for the younger kids. Gift cards are sent via email, making it easy to send to the recipient. They can be purchased at northshoreadventurepark.com.