At MTP we are surrounded by creative entrepreneurs who make & curate beautiful items in their shops.  MTP Intern Lila Rose picked out the perfect shops to find the perfect gift for your friends according to their interests.

For the music-lover

You know by now what songs they have on repeat.

Show them you pay attention with a coaster, bowl, or painting handmade out of their favorite records by Robert of Know Your Soul Music.  🎶

For the reader

You know they appreciate the artfulness of a well-made book because their nose is always in one.

This holiday, give them the chance to showcase their passion in the form of a hand-crafted clock.

For your furry friends

Your pet might not understand the significance of the holiday, but they will surely love their new toy (or sweater) from Nuzzle Pet!

For the cinema fan

Has your friend ever loved a movie so much that by the end, they were wishing for more time in its world?

A movie-scented candle from Last Looks Grooming Co. will let them hang out in their favorite film—this gift is more immersive than IMAX.

Also for the Cinema Fan

If your cinema fan’s favorite is even more specific (down to the shot), give them the gift of that one scene they can’t stop talking about.

For the fine art appreciator

You know they have great taste, so you know they’d jump at the chance to own an original piece by contemporary artist, Allison Nill.

Browsing her selection of unique portraiture and sculptures will feel like giving yourself a gift, too.

For the friend who just moved

Help them stock their empty cupboards with beautifully crafted Handmade Ceramics—equally as functional as they are works of art.

For the comic book fan

You could make their holiday with the gift of Vintage Paper Heaven’s original Marvel & DC comics.

When they receive such a thoughtful gift, you might feel like a superhero, too.

For the friend whose plants always die

Your friend loves flowers, but they might be missing a green thumb.

Give them the gift of flora that won’t wilt with Yoho Florist’s adorable crochet bouquets.

For the sustainable scent enthusiast

Encore Candle Co uses upcycled bottles, all-natural coconut wax, and phthalate/paraben-free fragrances to create gorgeous candles that will instantly make any room smell incredible.

For the friend who keeps you laughing

Hello Harlot is the place to shop for anyone who loves a good joke.

The unique gift retailer offers pop-culture greeting cards, patches, and paper goods with humor and flair.

For the colorful dresser

Let their personality shine through their clothes with wearable art.

Colored by Joey takes upcycled & reworked pieces and adds a vibrant pop of color.

For the writer

Typewriter Connection can provide them with a writing companion for life.

A beautiful vintage typewriter will keep their pastime fun and stylish.

For the plant daddies

Plant Guy sells a variety of beautiful low-light, low-watering plants that will brighten any indoor space, not to mention naturally purify the air!

Find them in booth R34.

For the friend with empty wall space

Help them beautify their living space and brush up on their geography—at the same time!

Maps Vintage has vintage cartographic wall art on canvas and in matte paper prints.

No matter where you shop this holiday season, do your best to shop with local creative businesses to boost the local economy.