Shop Needham: 5 Gift Ideas For Anyone

The final part in a series of gift-giving guides for shopping right here in town.

Whether it's a co-worker, friend, sibling, cousin or other acquaintance, there are plenty of people it can be difficult to buy for. Here's a look at some items available here in Needham that could make great gifts for that person who seems to have everything, who "doesn't want anything" or for whom gift ideas are otherwise escaping you.  1. Taylor’s Stationary offers NEST Fragrances, which are available in candles and room diffusers. They are the only store in Needham to sell them. Candles cost $32, while the room diffusers cost $36. They are available in assorted fragrances, but there are two that are of particular note: Blue Garden and Sir Elton John’s Holiday. The profit from Blue Garden goes to Autism Speaks, while the profit from Sir …

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Shop Needham: 5 Gift Ideas For Kids

Looking to buy one more gift or two to slip under the tree for the little ones? Needham shops offer lots of variety for kids of all ages.

Sure, you could buy the latest hot toy for your Needham tot, or go a different route and slip a few books under the tree this year. But if you're still looking for a few more items and are tired of battling the crowds at the mall, turn your attention back to Needham, where you find a variety of items for kids. 1. Pollywogs offers customized letter T-shirts. The boys T-shirt is navy blue and you can pick what letter of the alphabet you want on the shirt, which has baseballs on it. The girls T-shirt is hot pink and the letter is flowery looking. They are available for $32 and come in sizes ranging from 12 months to size 10. 2. Pollywogs also offers a very nice Red Sox hooded fleece jacket for $36. It is available size-wise from 0-24 months. …

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Shop Needham: 5 Gift Ideas For Men

Here are some items you can buy right here in Needham.

We continue with our series of last-minute, local gift ideas, today focusing on the men in your life—your husband, boyfriend, father, grandfather, son or other guy who deserves something special this holiday season. 1. TAG pens are available at Taylor’s Stationary for $24.95 each. They come in several different colors and each one comes in a gift box. They’re available in ballpoint or rollerball and are refillable. 2. Garrett Graham, the owner of Needham Garden Center & Power Equipment, said that one of the best gifts he sees women buy for their husbands every year is snowblowers. Snowblowers have a wide range in pricing depending on the model, but they start around $360. Graham said that they make a great gift because if you've ever …

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Shop Needham: 5 Gift Ideas For Women

Never fear, last-minute shoppers—we've got a few great gift ideas available right here in town.

So if the crazy weekend traffic around the area's major shopping sites didn't give you a hint, Christmas is just a week away—and the first night of Hanukkah is even closer. That means if you haven't completed your holiday shopping—and, let's face it, a lot of us probably haven't—you've got just a few days to get out there and find that perfect gift for Mom, Dad, kids, cousins, friends, co-workers... It can be a little daunting. Though it might seem easier to hit up a superstore or get all your shopping done at the mall, there are actually some great options for gift giving right here in Needham—and chances are you'll find something special you won't find in the big shops. Plus, though it's sure to be busy this week in the downtown, it won'…

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Treasure Hunt: Find It at The Grey Goose

The Friday Patch Passport shows you where you can find trinkets in your town. Get out and explore the unique local shops and all they have to offer.

No journey is complete without scouring the local stores for unique trinkets or picking up a gift or two for friends and family back home. Today, get out and explore the unique stores around Needham and all they have to offer. See what treasures you can discover. Needham has several great boutiques full of a variety of gift ideas from clothing and accessories to chocolate, stationary, decorative items and more. Among these local shops is The Grey Goose, which has been in town for close to 20 years. While the shop carries a little bit of everything, including clothing, jewelry, accessories and giftware, it is most known for its scarves and handbags, according to owner Monica Berman, who has been at the shop for about three years. The Grey …

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