GIFT IDEAS

If you love to go to the gift card section of a store when doing your holiday shopping, we have some bad news and some good news.

From cookies and clothing to cool stickers and records, Ann Arbor’s many small businesses offer a plethora of choices for even the pickiest of giftees.

We don’t know about you, dear readers, but Christmas gives us all those warm, fuzzy feelings: Of years past, of childhood, and all the magic that goes hand in hand with the holiday season.

Do you know what you’re getting your dad or husband -- or any similar father figure in your life -- for Father’s Day?

Calling all fathers, dads-to-be and paternal figures: We have an important question for you.

Is your dad more sporty, more outdoorsy, more artistic or something else entirely?

Father’s Day is almost here, but if it’s been a tight year, money-wise, just know that you’re probably not alone in feeling like you’d rather save the more expensive festivities for another time.

Moms are weighing in on what they really want for Mother’s Day -- and it turns out, a lavish gift might not be on the top of the list.

Local 4 Style Editor, and self proclaimed fashionista, Jon Jordan has a few tips for how you can keep your style-wise friends and family happy this holiday season. Another colorful gift idea is the Iris Apfel coloring book. Fashionistas are sure to recognize this famous style icon, and the book lets you fill in some of her iconic colorful looks. Jordan also showed off cocktail stirrers with fashion designs at the top which would be a great addition to any home bar. Games are also a great gift idea, like a stylish 3D tic tac toe board which is both entertaining, and a great table decoration.

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – It’s that time of year when families and friends are shopping for their loved ones (and their 2020 pod). This year, shoppers are looking for gifts that are comforting, come from the heart and support local businesses. Here are 4 Ann Arbor gift ideas:FOR THE COFFEE FIENDAnn Arbor has become synonymous with locally-owned and operated coffee shops, many of which use their own roasts. Take a look at festive tiles from Motawi Tileworks, ceramics and mixed media sculptures from the Gutman Gallery or paintings and prints from the Ann Arbor Art Center. Order specialty canned cocktails from The Last Word, Michigan-made whiskey from Ann Arbor Distilling Company, craft beer from HOMES or four-packs of mead from Bløm Meadworks.

Morang’s first gift ideas were from Things Remembered, which has all kinds of items you can personalize for a loved one. Morang featured a new Coach tote with tons of space, along with new tags with festive messages. Winters in Michigan make hot beverages a great gift, and Morang said you can find plenty at Taste of Tea. American Eagle has all you need for athleisure, including sweats and leggings for hanging around the house. To hear more about gift ideas, watch the video above.

This article is sponsored by Hard Rock Stone Works. Host Jason Carr chatted with Alyssa Homick from Hard Rock Stone Works about unique gift ideas for Dad and new safety precautions for customers. Hard Rock offers different projects you can start for Dad like grilling countertops customized for a freestanding grill. Both Hard Rock Stone Works locations in Troy and Sterling Heights are open. For more gift ideas for Fathers Day visit hardrockstoneworks.comWatch the video to learn more about Hard Rock Stone Works.