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Gift the Cook: There’s hardly a pantry out there that couldn’t benefit from the addition of some spice blends. Sonoma Spice Queen’s products are organic and made without gluten fillers and MSG. Pictured here is a BBQ Spice Rub, a perfect gift for the seasoned cook or the novice who’s having another what-do-I-cook-now evening. $11.50, Sonoma Spice Queen, 407 C St Petaluma, 707-776-7678, sonomaspicequeen.com
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For the Keeper of the Cash: Help someone special hold onto their money with this Italian vegetable tanned leather magnetic money clip by Bosca. $40, Clutch Healdsburg, 307 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg, 707-433-8189, clutchhealdsburg.com
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For the Cozy-Centric: Everyone needs a new favorite sweater once in a while. Why not introduce this fluffy white nubby-knit hoodie to someone’s collection? $40, Bow N Arrow Clothing, 8200, Old Redwood Hwy, Cotati, 707-242-3027, bownarrowclothing.com
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For the Little Drummer Girl or Boy: Great for the tap-tapper in your life to practice their beat-making at the table. With play-along songs and a game mode for added fun, this 4-pad portable drum kit mimics the sound of actual drums without mimicking the size of actual drums in your living room. $79 (reduced from $179), World of Stereo, 159 Petaluma Blvd N, Petaluma,707-769-1880, worldofstereo.com
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For the Book Lover: When Gualala-based book retailer, Four-Eyed Frog, went up for sale two years ago, the community mobilized to save the store when a buyer could not be found. Twenty-three people jumped in to purchase the beloved independent bookstore, and they collectively own it today. If you’re shopping for a reader on your list, first check out this local business which sells thousands of titles and ships anywhere in the continental U.S. at no cost. Four-Eyed Frog, 39138 Ocean Dr, Gualala, 707-884-1333, foureyedfrog.com
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Slow Mail Movement: These stunningly vibrant botanical prints by Santa Rosa artist, Victoria Kochergin, are available on notecards made of recycled and sustainably farmed paper. A must-have for the thoughtful letter writer who appreciates the delicate beauty of nature. $20 (box of six) $28 (box of ten), Victoria A. Kochergin, P.O. Box 3266, Santa Rosa, 707.479.3336, victoriakochergin.com
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For the Sleepy-Head: For the person who needs to wake up on time, but needs to keep their circadian rhythm undisturbed by a glowing phone screen. (Apparently, that would be all of us.) This stylish Pick-Me-Up clock is available in many colors. The dial lights up when you lift it for in-the-dark time checks. $33, Placewares, 39114 Ocean Dr, Cypress Village, Gualala,707-884-1184, placewares.com
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Outfitting the Fit: For the athlete that wants to track mileage, time, personal record-breaking and calories burned. This GPS monitor by Garmin is available in two sizes and many colors for peak stylishness. $129.99 Bici Sport, 143 Kentucky St., Petaluma, 707-775-4676, bicisportusa.com
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For the Little Saver: Bats are cool and, in this case, cute. This little coin box is both inspiration for saving and a whimsical decorative touch to a child’s room. $17, Cupcake, 641 4th St, Santa Rosa, 707-579-2165, shopcupcake.com
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For the Phone-Atic: The tech-obsessed people on your shopping list might, like many, over-identify with their phones. In this case, the case is everything. Honor this extension of their identity with a beautiful new phone cover like this one, exquisitely hand-tooled by Oberon Design in Santa Rosa. Available in many designs, sizes and colors, the case of their dreams just might be available on their website. $31-39.50, Oberon Design, 1817 Empire Industrial Ct., Santa Rosa, 707-570-3910, oberondesign.com
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Basics for the Not-at-All Basic: Sometimes a useful accessory is just what the fashionista in your life needs. Because not every pair of pants fits exactly the same, you can cinch the difference with this stylish belt. $24, Ohh La Luxe, 1019 Santa Rosa Plaza, Santa Rosa, 707- 566-4735, 326 Healdsburg Ave., Healdsburg, oohlaluxe.com
