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Gift Guide No. 05: Last Minute & Stocking Stuffers

The countdown is on! It's the final weekend before Christmas, so it is officially time to get all of your shopping done. But, don't worry, it's not too late to find really amazing gifts for the ones you love - right here in Alexandria! Check out our last minute and stocking stuffer guide below + if you need some more inspiration for gift giving, don't miss our other guides: Thoughtful & Economical, For Her, For Him, and Splurge. Happy Holidays to all!  No. 01: A sweet diamond heart pendant handcrafted in solid 18k gold for a timeless yet unique gift she'll treasure. (Available at Alx&Co., $1230)No. 02: For the modern, fearless, design-loving girl. Full of color and endlessly cool, this garnet lady makes a statement, and we're loving it. (Available at Alx&Co., $4550)No. 03: These pretty Shaya Durbin Pave Diamond Studs are super sparkly, but they're perfect for everyday wear. She'll put these in and never take them out! (Available at Alx&Co., $1950)No. 04: Mind the Mat Special for Stylebook Readers! Gift your friends and family one month of Unlimited Classes at Mind the Mat for only $49. Click here to grab the deal! (Available at Mind the Mat, $49)No. 05: Sheila Fajl earrings continue to be a customer favorite. We've started to carry more than just her signature hoop earring. These are my favorite earrings... so lightweight you don't even know you are wearing them. (Available at Kiskadee, Assorted prices and styles)No. 06: Perfect for the foodie on your list (or the guy who puts hot sauce on everything)! Our hot sauce is fermented in-house with fresnos, salt, vinegar, and love. (Available at Stomping Ground, $8) No. 07: The Londontown Whipped Cloud Hand Cream is a great stocking stuffer - it absorbs quickly and nourishes deeply. (Available at Bellacara, $18)No. 08: France Luxe Grab & Go Pony Balls make a great stocking stuffer and, even better, they don't leave a crease in your hair. (Available at The Shoe Hive, $18)No. 09: Love these Spongelle body wash infused sponges from Boxwood. Perfect stocking stuffers! (Curated by ALH Style, Available at Boxwood, $14)No. 10: Packed in a sturdy jewel case that doubles as a stand, this 5.5x5 desk calendar is loaded with frame-worthy illustrations that perfectly complements any workspace and slips neatly into a stocking! (Available at Penny Post, $22)No. 11: These Australian candles are amazing. Agape smells like a rich library should smell. It makes a great gift for the man in your life. (SOH Candle, Available at Bellacara, $70)No. 12: With all those dishes, name a better way to dry them than with Santa's masked face. (Available at Boxwood, $15) No. 13: An always popular choice, these stick candles are 100% beeswax and made in the U.S.A. (Available at Boxwood, $35 per pair)No. 14: It's hard to find good trivia questions on the web (trust us, we've tried). Ridley's Games are great for post-dinner fun, road trips, or just to learn a few new things. (Available at Red Barn Mercantile, $15)No. 15: Land of Dough has the cutest play dough! It is all natural and even comes with a little wooden scooper to play with. (Available at The Shoe Hive, $15)No. 16: Get 30 percent off any two or more Aveda haircare and skincare products *add $1 for a holiday gift bag and card. (Available at Claude Marcel Salon)No. 17: Give the gift of looking good and get a gift card to Bazzak Salon to spend on hair care and products. A 10 percent bonus will be applied to all gift card purchases now through December 24th. (Available at Bazzak Salon)No. 18: Whether for a new or established gardener, these organic seed packs are sure to delight with their artist-designed packaging and thoughtful collection of complementary seeds. (Available at Threadleaf, $21.95)No. 19: With their linen upper and suede soles, these linen slippers from Fog Linen Work are the perfect treat for the feet while keeping cozy at home. (Available at Threadleaf, $45)No. 20: A three-pack of adorable Tropical Mini Notebooks to remind them of warmer days ahead. (Available at Penny Post, $14)No. 21: E. Frances Holiday and Non-Holiday Little Notes are just so ridiculously cute and useful! (Available at Red Barn Mercantile, $16)No. 22: All natural, soy based candles in a variety of holiday scents, including Holiday Cheer, Christmas Tree Farm, Warm & Cozy, Starry Night, Sugar Cookies, and Eucalyptus & Mocha. These have been bestsellers, so get yours soon! (Available at Mint Collective, $18)No. 23: This leather wrist ruler is functional and attractive, the perfect gift for the maker in your life. It is only a quarter inch thick and comes with engraved quarter inch markings. It closes with a magnetic clasp, which is easy to take off for quick measurements. (Available at fibre space, $15)No. 24: Kiskadee has carried Lafco candles for years and the Feu de Bois has always been a customer favorite. It has just the right combination of sandalwood, leather, and frankincense to smell festive for the holidays and last you well into the colder months. I burn mine from December until February. (Available at Kiskadee, large, $68; small, $49)