You have 1 week left untilChristmas! If you still need a few gifts for the family, haven’t done any shopping yet, or need a gift for yourself, this HolidayGift Guide will steer you in the right direction. ButlerCounty has a fantastic variety of modern retailers, antiques and collectibles, farmers’ markets, and art shops! Let the shopping count-down commence!
Modern Retailers
IKEA
Swedish modernism meets budget-friendly prices, meets easy furniture assembly at IKEA in West Chester! Being the only IKEA in Ohio, this retail store features 344,000 sq. ft. of shopping space, almost 10,000 contemporary home furnishing items, 48 rooms settings, 3 complete model homes, and a 350-seat restaurant serving the best Swedish meat balls around! The Winter Holidays Collection includes unbelievable low-priced dining items, festive lighting decorations, warm winter blankets, and precious toys for the little ones (some for under $5!). So whether you’re decorating your table for Christmas dinner or buying your college freshman something for their dorm, IKEA in West Chester is your one-stop furniture shop!
The Periwinkle House is located in the historic and charming village of Shandon, Ohio’s first established Welsh community. Rich in farmland and history, Shandon offers a glimpse into small-town charm and proud community heritage. The Periwinkle House is owned and operated by Mary and Sally Francis and it features unique antiques, gift items, crafts, alpaca yarn, and heartwarming service. You’ll be sure to find one-of-a-kind treasures for everyone on your list at this store!
Located in Hamilton, Brown’s Marketplace has cleverly combined three unique stores inside their one large facility! Known for their quality Amish furniture, bulk and gourmet foods, and antiques, Brown’s specializes in friendly service and reliable products. With over 50 dining room sets on display, office furniture, outdoor furnishings, antique mall, Amish made deli and bakery items, and farm fresh food products, you won’t leave empty-handed this holiday season!
This Farmers’ Market in Oxford was first started in 1925 and has stayed in the family ever since. Butterfield’s Farm Market features all the decorations, crafts, and foods to create your warm and memorable holiday! With a huge selection of Christmas trees, decorated garland, wreaths, handcrafted toys, holiday decorations, candies, Amish goods, and freshly baked products, Butterfield’s Farm Market has the festive country-holiday style and gifts perfect for your family!
What better gift to give the one you love than a handmade, one-of-a-kind piece of art? Art on Symmes has been showcasing fine art and crafts since 2002 and they represent more than 300 American artists. This gallery features one of the largest art glass collections in the tri-state area, hand-crafted jewelry, paintings, ceramics, and gift collections. Art on Symmes offers all kinds gift items such as colored glass window angels, Christmas tree ornaments, ceramics for under $20, aprons, landscape art, paintings, warm socks, and lots more creative nick knacks that any art appreciator would cherish!
Located in the heart of downtown Middletown, Beauverre began in 1838 and hosts rotating exhibits by regional artists and breathtaking stained glass work. Visitors can observe the artisans creating detailed stained glass, can take classes themselves to master this art, purchase displayed works, have stained glass pieces restored, or have custom projects designed for your home. Treat yourself to this beautiful and traditional glass art or give a stained glass piece as a gift! Visit their website to uncover the beauty of this timeless art.