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One-of-a-kind Holiday Gifts She’ll Cherish Forever

By inside + out | December 13, 2024

Whether you’re a romantic or a ho-hum Scrooge, we’re excited to make your gift-giving search a breeze. We put together a list of ideas for memorable gifts and experiences that will inspire and honor the complexity of the women in your life. From vintage treasures to exquisite jewelry, creative experiences, and more, here are our Editor’s Picks. Most of these businesses also offer gift cards to make your decision-making as simple as how much you’d like to spend.

Don’t forget to check out our recent gift guide for “The Best Holiday Gifts for Men: Something Special for Every Style,” also selected with a consideration of a range of budgets and tastes. Happy holidays from all of us at INSIDE+OUT!

DAZZLE HER WITH BEJEWELED GIFTS OF LOVE

Barbara Klar images with her handmade jewelry on

Barbara Klar | Rings, Necklaces + Bracelets | Photo by Franco Vogt

: Adel Chefridi | Sapphire Wavy Cuff

: Kasuri | Orietta Bracelet by Vivienne Westwood

: Mary MacGill | Tahitian Pearl Cuff Bracelet

Light up her holiday with a dazzling gift of joy! Whether it’s a statement ring, a heart-shaped pendant, diamond earrings, a bejeweled ring, or a sentimental locket, each piece is a reminder of your love. Make the holidays truly special with jewelry gifts that warm her heart and create lasting memories.

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HOLIDAY GIFTS FOR RETRO MODERN LADIES

Twin Gables in Woodstock NY

TWIN GABLES | Woodstock NY | Learn More Here

Gift a two-night Winter Staycation: Fun times at Twin Gables in Woodstock NY. Enjoy this historic landmark in the heart of Woodstock. A homey, eclectic vibe celebrating playful bohemian fun and creativity with a kiss of vintage modern.

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GIVE THE GIFT OF VINTAGE TREASURES

Red Owl Collective in Kingston NY

Proprietors in Hudson NY

If spending hours in vintage shops is her thing, consider one or more gift cards for your Vintage treasure huntress. And for those that rock a vintage style in their everyday life – check out our round-up of the “HOT LIST: Our Favorite Vintage Clothes Shops Upstate NY!”

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FOR LADIES WHO LOVE TO BE PAMPERED

Emerson Resort & Spa in Mt Tremper NY

: Woodstock Spa in Woodstock NY

: Woodstock Infusions in Woodstock NY

: Leigh Kelley Skin Care Studio in Kingston NY

WELLNESS + FEEL GOOD GIFT CARDS
She will glow with gratitude with this gift idea. Let’s face it: who doesn’t love a gift card for Spa treatments, facials and skincare products, IV therapies, and massages?

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SCENTSATIONAL GIFTS

Wndrmade

: Lake and Sky

: 17 & Orchard

: The Maker

: Phoenicia Soap Co

: Mayer & Wasner

: My Neighbors Tallow

For the ladies who swoon over delicious scents, here are some of our favorite local artisans and shops with “scent-sational” products. Read our feature story on local artisans creating scent-based candles, perfumes and lotions from our “Scent-sational – Hudson Valley Fragrance Artisans and Candle Makers and Shops.”

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FOR THE CREATIVELY DRIVEN WOMAN

L’Impatience @ L/impatienceMembership to Pottery studio

L’Impatience | Pottery Classes

L’Impatience | Kingston NY | Learn More Here

A Membership to L’Atelier, an intimate pottery space nestled within L’Impatience pottery studio, is a unique gift that will dazzle and delight! The studio is devoted to cultivating a shared passion for pottery, the studio is equipped with everything needed to dive into the art of pottery.

PINKWATER GALLERY at KINGSTON SOCIAL | Kingston NY | Learn More Here

Give the gift of art for inspiration and decor. Pinkwater Gallery works with many local artists at various price points and mediums. Visit the gallery or shop online for gorgeous art like this original pairing from Woodstock, NY, artist Caroline Burdett, a contemporary artist currently featured at Pinkwater Gallery, known for her vibrant, abstract paintings that explore color and form.

HUDSON BEACH GLASS | Beacon NY | Learn More Here

Local artisans handcrafting beautiful glass art including vases, figurines, bowls, plates drinking glasses, ornaments and more. Hudson Beach Glass is a fabulous destination for gifting!

R&F Paints in Kingston NY

For the creative souls in your life, put a smile on her face with a membership, art classes, art supplies, original art, inspirational items and studio time. Make an Artist Happy with a Gift Card to Great Art Supplies.

R+F Paints | Kingston NY | | Gift Card

Hudson Valley Artists Shops | New Paltz + Rhinebeck NY | Gift Card

Catskill Art Supply | Kingston NY | Gift Card

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FOR MUSICIANS + MUSIC LOVERS

: Utopia Studio Bearsville

: Applehead Recording & Production

Radio Woodstock: DJ For A Day! | West Hurley NY | Learn More Here

Surprise her with the opportunity to be a DJ for a Day at WDST Radio! Help pick the music for 12-15 songs, introduce the songs and maybe even do the weather. And, 100% of proceeds go to not-for-profits organizations in the Hudson Valley.

Utopia Studio | Bearsville NY | Learn More Here

Give the gift of a professional recording session for the songstress in your life. Originally built for Todd Rundgren as part of the original Bearsville Studios, Utopia Studios offers the refuge of the Catskill Mountains and the inspiration of Woodstock. Owned and operated by engineer Pete Caigan, the large structure studio is fully loaded with the latest audio and video technology.

ArtFarm Recording | Kerhonkson NY | Learn More Here

Shine a spotlight on your budding star with a recording session at this state-of-the-art recording studio! Step into nature’s embrace to inspire creative flow, paired with the professionalism and production experience of Sean Boyd.

Applehead Recording | Woodstock NY | Learn More Here

Gift a recording session at one the the top studios in the Hudson Valley! Applehead Recording & Production is a boutique residential recording facility situated on a 17 acre farm 1.5 miles east of the center of Woodstock, New York. This is a one-of-a-kind place to make music.

Sage Academy of Sounds Sound Healing | Woodstock | Learn More Here

Give the gift of vibrations and wellness! Training, retreats, tuning forks, and other sound healing tools, and sound journeys. On December 14th, there will be a 20% sale of all sound healing instruments.

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Happy Giving!

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