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# Shop Local For The Holidays!
- URL: https://bklyner.com/shop-local-for-the-holidays-southslope/
- Published: 2015-12-04T22:35:45.000Z
- Updated: 2015-12-04T22:51:56.000Z
- Author: South Slope News
- Tags: Business, Nonsponsored, South Slope, holiday shopping, shoplocal, #wp

We are convinced you can do all your holiday shopping in Park Slope. Here are some of our favorites:

![Gowanus Souvenir Shop](/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/gss6-702x501.jpg)

Photo by Park Slope Stoop

**[Gowanus Souvenir Shop](http://gowanussouvenir.com/?ref=bklyner.com)**. We [just reviewed it earlier today](/blog/art-music/ode-toxic-beloved-canal-gowanus-souvenir-shop-blends-local-whimsy-history-artistry/), and you should totally check out this little gallery – local vendors, artists, books + a gallery in the old Proteus Gowanus space.“ The shop has fun, with an ironic twist.” Swim club t-shirts, postcards, [sign model kits](http://gowanussouvenir.com/collections/housewares/products/city-sign-model-kits?ref=bklyner.com), [Gowanus Slurp Maple Syrup](http://gowanussouvenir.com/collections/housewares/products/gowanus-slurp-maple-syrup?ref=bklyner.com), [poison bottles](http://gowanussouvenir.com/collections/housewares/products/poison-bottles?ref=bklyner.com), and a [fantastic book collection](http://gowanussouvenir.com/collections/books?ref=bklyner.com). Hours are as follows, and they have gift certificates as well.

Thursdays and Fridays: 3–7 pm  
Saturdays and Sundays: 11 am–7 pm  
And by appointment: [shop@gowanussouvenir.com](mailto:shop@gowanussouvenir.com)

**[Lion in the Sun ](http://lioninthesunps.com/?ref=bklyner.com)**– Park Slope’s stationer. Be classy.

**[Wasan](http://wasan-ny.com/?ref=bklyner.com)** – So good, we’d be happy with a gift certificate. If you’re a Japanese food connoisseur, you will enjoy their Kaiseki-style menu, which Koizumi describes as “high-end small tapas with extremely seasonal ingredients.” And if you are a newcomer to this type of food, Wasan is a great place to start. It’s sophisticated, and the waitstaff can describe your meals with extreme detail. [Our review here](/blog/food/park-slope-brunch-beat-elegant-minimalism-wasan/).

![honeyandwax](/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/honeyandwax.jpg)

****Books**

The 4th Annual [Brooklyn Holiday Book Fair](http://theoldstonehouse.org/event/brooklyn-holiday-book-fair/?ref=bklyner.com) is tomorrow, December 5, between 11-5pm at the [Old Stone House](http://theoldstonehouse.org/?ref=bklyner.com). This is a must for any book lover, organized by [Honey & Wax Booksellers](http://www.honeyandwaxbooks.com/?ref=bklyner.com). Explore rare, vintage and out-of-print books from independent booksellers from all over Brooklyn. Get to know your local booksellers, jump-start your holiday shopping, and be surprised by books you didn’t even know you wanted!

2015 participants include: [Antifurniture](http://www.antifurniture.com/?ref=bklyner.com), [Archestratus](http://www.archestrat.us/?ref=bklyner.com), [Arthur Fournier Fine & Rare](http://www.arthurfournier.com/?ref=bklyner.com), [Brooklyn Books](http://www.brooklynbooks.us/?ref=bklyner.com), [Enchanted Books](http://www.abaa.org/booksellers/details/enchanted-books?ref=bklyner.com), [Freebird Books & Goods](http://www.freebirdbooks.com/?ref=bklyner.com), [Honey & Wax Booksellers](http://www.honeyandwaxbooks.com/?ref=bklyner.com), [Joe Maynard](http://www.abebooks.com/joe-maynard-brooklyn-ny-u.s.a/994424/sf?ref=bklyner.com), [Terrace Books](http://terracebooks.com/?ref=bklyner.com), and [Tom Davidson](http://www.abebooks.com/tom-davidson,-bookseller-brooklyn-ny-u.s.a/495575/sf?ref=bklyner.com). [Faenwyl Bindery](http://www.faenwyl.com/?ref=bklyner.com) will be back as well, offering handmade journals and custom boxes for your favorite books.

Don’t forget to check out **[Community Bookstore](http://www.communitybookstore.net/events?ref=bklyner.com)** on 7th Avenue (check out their [book recommendations](http://www.communitybookstore.net/log/our-holiday-catalog?ref=bklyner.com))**, [Terrace Books](http://terracebooks.com/?ref=bklyner.com)** in Windsor Terrace, specializing in new, used and rare books, and **[Powerhouse on 8th](http://powerhouseon8th.com/?ref=bklyner.com)** (1111 8th Avenue) in South Slope.

If you can’t find what you are looking for in the neighborhood, check out **[Greenlight Bookstore](http://www.greenlightbookstore.com/?ref=bklyner.com)** in Fort Greene and **[Here’s A Book Store](https://www.facebook.com/Heres-A-Book-Store-115732881789797/)** in Sheepshead Bay(1964 Coney Island Avenue) – “Lined with shelves stacked three deep with every type of book imaginable, Here’s a Book Store maintains the cluttered, dusty ambiance that New Yorkers expect from a top-rate neighborhood bookstore. ” [(NYDaily News)](http://www.nydailynews.com/new-york/best-ny-book-store-sheepshead-bay-named-best-independent-bookstore-new-york-article-1.975722?ref=bklyner.com)

**Kids**

![Barking Cat studio](/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/dsc03521-300x400.jpg)

Norman and Jules (158 7th Avenue) has the nicest window displays, and a lovely selection of beautiful, classic toys. **[Toy Space](http://toyspaceny.com/?ref=bklyner.com)** (426 7th Ave) in South Slope and ****[Little Things](https://www.facebook.com/Little-Things-Toy-Store-115737797878/)** (145 7th Ave) have something for every kid on your list, at just about every price range.

**[Great stocking stuffers from local artisans](http://citykidcamp.com/kids/shop-brooklyn-awesome-kid-gifts-from-local-artisans?ref=bklyner.com),** a list of [24 Brooklyn related children’s books for countdown to Christmas](http://citykidcamp.com/education/make-a-unique-advent-calendar-with-brooklyn-picture-books?ref=bklyner.com), that can be easily adapted for Hannukah (list of local bookstores above) from our sister site, [CityKid Corner.](http://bklyner.com/)

**[Barking Cat Studio](http://www.barkingcatstudio.net/?ref=bklyner.com)** (219 Greenwood Avenue) offers a variety of classes for toddlers, kids and adults in Windsor Terrace. Art makes people of all ages happy! Creating art gives all of us, especially children, a stronger sense of confidence, so go ahead – treat those in your life who could benefit from some time creating art to a gift certificate, no age restrictions*. (Sponsored listing)*

**Booze**

There are so many options! [We put together a list of all the free wine tastings in South Slope](/blog/food/your-guide-to-wine-tastings-in-south-slope/) earlier this fall, and these are our favorites, but really – it’s not that hard to find a good spot.

****[Prospect Wine Shop](https://www.prospectwine.com/?ref=bklyner.com)** (322 7th Avenue, between 8th and 9th Streets; 718-768-1232) hosts tastings each week on Saturdays from 4:00-6:00pm. Their [tastings page is always updated](https://www.prospectwine.com/events/?ref=bklyner.com) and has particularly good curating. They will be featuring champagne tastings in December, just in time for the holiday season.

**[Gowanus Wines Merchants](http://www.gowanuswines.com/?ref=bklyner.com)** (493 3rd Avenue at 11th Street; 718-499-9700) is definitely worth the trip if you haven’t checked it out.

**[209 Station](/blog/food/get-ready-growl-209-station-open/)** (209 Prospect Park West, between 16th Street and Bartel-Pritchard Square) has the beer flowing, and you can take it home with you from the store in their 32-ounce growlers. You can also bring them back to be re-used. The cans are more compact and manageable than the [typical glass jug](/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/growl.jpg) you may associate with beer growlers.

**[Drunken Fruit!](http://www.drunkenfruit.info/?ref=bklyner.com)** (Free delivery) – If you are looking for something alcoholic, organic, Brooklyn made for a foodie gift, take a look at Drunken Fruit™ fruit preserves – the alcohol infused kind. Free Delivery in Flatbush, Ditmas Park, and Park Slope, no minimums required. [Drunken Fruit™ Gift Packs available](http://www.drunkenfruit.info/?ref=bklyner.com). *(Sponsored)*

![drunkenfruit ](/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/idontdoad1.jpg)

**In no particular order:**

**[Behind Bars in Brooklyn](http://www.behindbarsinbrooklyn.com/?ref=bklyner.com)** Bike Shop (610 5th Avenue) for the bike enthusiast, **[Jack Rabbit Sports](https://www.jackrabbit.com/?ref=bklyner.com)** (151 7th Avenue) for runners.

**[Beva Boutique](https://www.facebook.com/bevaboutique/)** (340 7th Avenue) – a clothing and accessories store for women and children, with [lots handcrafted items](/blog/business/beva-opens-on-7th-avenue-and-14th-street/), including many made by of co-owner Betty Hernandez.

![fig. accessories](/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/fig2-702x473.jpg)

Photo by Donny Levit / Park Slope Stoop

**[fig](http://shopfigbrooklyn.com/?ref=bklyner.com)** is a new boutique store that is completely[ dedicated to men’s clothing and accessories](/blog/business/fig-has-opened-and-park-slope-men-are-going-to-look-stylin/), in the same spirit that **[KIWI](http://www.kiwidesignco.com/?ref=bklyner.com)** (next door at 119 7th Avenue) has been taking care of women for the last 13 years or so.

![smart hair studio](/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/image813ab3eec9a36b9a0582a430f2b983f6c3c4dcafe90f5ffcab3016ee7fb426e6v_13-702x468.jpg)

**[Smart Hair Studio](http://www.smarthairstudiony.com/?ref=bklyner.com),** a neighborhood favorite, and one of Brooklyn’s best hair salons ([per Brooklyn Magazine](http://www.bkmag.com/2015/09/08/guide-brooklyns-best-hair-salons/?ref=bklyner.com)) is offering gift certificates.

[**Sterling Place**](http://www.sterlingplace.com/store-locations.html?ref=bklyner.com) (148 & 352 7th Avenue) – with a location in both ends of Park Slope, you are never far from a store that will take care of just about everyone on your list, without leaving 7th Avenue.

![Annies Blue Ribbon General Store](/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Screen-Shot-2015-12-04-at-5.47.55-PM-702x356.png)

[](https://blueribbongeneralstore.com/?ref=bklyner.com)[Annie’s Blue Ribbon General Store](https://blueribbongeneralstore.com/?ref=bklyner.com) (232 5th Avenue) – every neighborhood has its one-stop-shop. This may be it for Park Slope.

**[Brooklyn Artery ](http://www.brooklynartery.com/?ref=bklyner.com)**(1021 Cortelyou Road) This is Ditmas Park’s one-stop-shop for holidays. No matter what your budget, you will find something for everyone – him, her, host, hostess, niece, babysitter … This year they have gone a step further and created gift boxes – from I Love Brooklyn, to selections for the Tea/Coffee or Chocolate lover in your life. *(Sponsored)*

![Brooklyn Artery](/content/images/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Screen-Shot-2015-12-04-at-9.05.39-AM-702x518.png)

[**Bashi Channel**](http://bashichannel.com/?ref=bklyner.com) – the new food spot on Cortelyou Road by owners of Ox Cart Tavern have holiday gift certificates available! Stop by or call 347-221-1970. *(Sponsored)*