It’s that time of year where we need to find great gift ideas for friends and family. I have found 8 places here in Calgary that will help fill that need. If you are looking for sweet or savory foods, a family game or activity, or want to create a special moment with pictures and custom gifts, these local businesses have what you need. Don’t forget a little something for yourself.
Stillz By Leen
We all know that one of the best presents to give your family is photos! Leen has a passion for photography. She specializes in maternity photos, family portraits and lifestyle sessions. Right now she is offering mini Christmas sessions until December 20th, 2021. Check out her portfolio here.
Stillz by Leen is giving away a free mini session of your choice!
Bespoke Boxes YYC
You can’t go wrong with the gift of food. These Charcuterie boxes are beautiful and delicious. They come in a variety of sizes so you can order a small box for the friend or family member that has everything or a big box to snack on while friends and family come visit. These boxes are made to order and can be made to fit dietary needs.
Bespoke Boxes YYC is giving away a Christmas Graze box.
It feeds 2-4 people.
Sweet Fusion
This is an amazing candy store! They stock unique, hard to find candy and soda. If you are craving a treat from your childhood this is probably where you will find it. They have the world’s largest gummy worms, Harry Potter chocolate wands, and bags of strawberry marshmallows (my favorite). They have something for everyone.
Sweet Fusion is giving away this candy pack to one lucky person!
J Squared Designs
This is where you need to go for all your vinyl crafting needs. They have tons of cute gifts for teachers and anyone else on your list. They also carry jumbo size games. If you are looking for custom items like shirts, bags, masks and more, they can help you out!
J Squared Designs is giving away this Yardzee set!
You get to pick the color of the bucket!
Crafty Canuck Creations
Here is where you can find great custom gifts. They make wonderful pillows, family photo puzzles, and personalized stuffies. The custom socks are my favorite, you can put a picture of your face all over them. Go take a look at all their great creations.
Crafty Canuck Creations is giving away a $25 credit to their store.
Starlight Snacks
Here is a new twist on your favorite snacks that everyone needs to try. These treats are freeze dried. They have freeze dried candy, ice cream, beverages, and cheese. These snacks have a great shelf life and make an easy snack on the go.
Starlight Snacks is giving away this yummy gift pack of snacks.
Color Street with Kayla
The new way to paint your nails. These nail polish strips are made of real nail polish. They just stick onto your nails, no drying time. I have always wanted cute painted nails but I didn’t like how nail polish felt and I always made a mess on my fingers when I applied it. These nail strips are mess free and I love the way they look and feel. Hint – put them on before bed so they have plenty of time to set.
Color Street with Kayla is giving away a set of nails to two lucky winners.
Support Local Box
Support Local Box is a small business supporting small businesses! They put together custom themed boxes filled with local small business’s products. There are a variety of different items you can get in your box. They have food, signs, mugs, discounts, bath items, and handmade cards. If you are a small business, go check them out and see if you are the right fit to work with them.
Support Local Box is giving away one Winter Candy Box!
Click here to learn more about what is in the box and the local businesses that contributed to it.
Thank you to all our local businesses for supplying the giveaways!
You can enter to win all these fantastic gifts on the
Modern Mama Calgary Facebook page.
Disclosure – I did receive compensation for this post. I will always give honest opinions and all my reviews and opinions are my own.