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Your Etsy gift guide (localized) 🎁

Win the holidays with gifts from these local Etsy sellers
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A thoughtful gift great for newlyweds or new homeowners. | Photo via Etsy
Pop quiz, Indianapolis. What’s better than shopping local? For 100 points: Shopping local from the comfort of your own home, of course. Not only is it one of the best ways to support the local economy, but locally-crafted gifts tend to wow during the holidays (a big win in our book).

To kickstart your holiday shopping, we’ve rounded up 19 products we love from local Etsy shops — some of which hold the coveted Star Seller badge that’s given to sellers who consistently earn 5-star reviews, ship orders on time, and provide great customer service, aka less holiday stress for you.

Psst — Some of these items may sell out quickly due to limited quantities. Click on the link to the Etsy seller’s page to find something similar.

🎁 Under $25

Personalized return address stamp ($24.99+) | Spice up your holiday cards, invitations, or any letter with this rustic return address stamp. | Paper Peach Shop — Star Seller ⭐️

Lavender wide bandana headband ($14) | A brightly colored bandana headband. | Specifically Random — Star Seller ⭐️

Christmas ice cream sundae kit ($12.50) | Pair with a can of whipped cream, a jar of maraschino cherries, their favorite ice cream and bam — best gift ever. | Outside the Box Papers — Star Seller ⭐️

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For the watch lover (you know who they are).

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🎁 $25-$50

The original macrame fruit hammock ($33) | Stylish, useful, and great for small spaces. | MacraYAY Macrame — Star Seller ⭐️

Dainty minimalist ring stack ($44+) | This simple but stylish ring stack adds a classic touch to any outfit. | Sloane Jewelry Design — Star Seller ⭐️

Solid wood watch box ($39.99+) | For the person with multiple watches — an espresso colored watch box with a glass display top. | Case Elegance — Star Seller ⭐️

🎁 $50-$100+

Alpaca wool blanket ($99) | A handmade, soft blanket to keep warm in all winter long. | Latitude Zero EC — Star Seller ⭐️

Woodland nursery decor ($319.99+) | Transform a nursery or playroom completely with this stick-on scene kids will love. | Sono Luna — Star Seller ⭐️

Knife making kit ($144.99) | DIY a knife with this deluxe kit. | Indy Hammered Knives — Star Seller ⭐️
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Wednesday, Nov. 23
Friday, Nov. 25
  • World Cup: England vs. USA | Friday, Nov. 25 | 1-4 p.m. | Union Jack Pub, 921 Broad Ripple Ave., Indianapolis | Free | Cheer on Team USA as they take on England in Qatar.
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Saturday, Nov. 26
Tuesday, Nov. 29
  • Books, Booze & Brains: Black Panther | Tuesday, Nov. 29 | 5:30 p.m. | Ash & Elm Cider Co., 2112 E. Washington St., Indianapolis | Free | Discuss Ta-Nehisi Coates’ comic book with other like-minded folks.

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Events

Sleigh-in’ it. 🔔
A miniature display of Indy's iconic structures
All of these miniatures should look pretty familiar. | Photo by INDYtoday team
Sleigh bells ring, are you listening?

If you are, you might hear the sound of a G-scale model train too, which is a part of the Eiteljorg Museum’s Jingle Rails exhibit. 🚂

This western wonderland-themed display includes nine tiny trains that wind their way through a miniature landscape, featuring downtown landmarks like Lucas Oil Stadium, Monument Circle, and the museum itself, plus sights from the American west.

Check out all ~1,200 ft of Jingle Rails through Monday, Jan. 16. Pro tip: You must reserve a timed ticket online in advance before you go.
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THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Anna.

Editor’s pick: Speaking of gifts, does anyone else have parents that only say they want “your time” for Christmas? If you can relate, I would highly recommend giving them tickets to one of the many winter activities we’ll be sharing with you all month. I took my mom to see the Jingle Rails exhibit at the Eiteljorg and we had a fabulous time admiring all the miniature landmarks.

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