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Make holiday gifting easier with 90+ gift ideas in this special edition newsletter, put together with our shopping + deals site The Buy.

Win the holidays with these gift ideas

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Embrace the holiday giving season with this guide that’s got something for everyone, including local finds. | Graphic by 6AM City

Season’s greetings, Cola. Festive time is upon us — and in between hot cocoa drinking and twinkle light hanging, we’re guessing you’re shopping for a few special people on your list. Look no further than the official COLAtoday gift guide, with 90+ gift ideas including unique local treasures and the season’s hottest items.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for singles." — Including a knitted blanket and a punny candle.

Local pick: Ursa Major’s Bright & Easy 3-Minute Flash Mask | $44 | It’s the thing they’d want to use and have on hand but wouldn’t buy for themselves.

Smeg Electric Kettle | $149.95 | Splurge on a coveted retro-style Smeg appliance, perfect for making teas and coffees all year long.

Knitted weighted blanket | $135.99 | Perfect for a bed or couch, this 15-lb blanket offers comforting weight with an aesthetic knit finish.

Local pick: A trip to Shvaas Spa | $75 | Block out the outside noise and find synergy in this 60-minute float session.

Melissa Clark’s “Dinner in One” | $29.99 | A New York Times bestseller + a best cookbook of the year by Food & Wine, Melissa Clark’s recipe collection serves up delicious, one-pot meals for dinner.

“I need a hug(e margarita)” candle | $17.95 | Gift them a handmade candle bound to make anybody laugh.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for parents." — Including a jumbo cooler bag and conversation starters for kids.

Local pick: Molly Maid of the Midlands and Columbia | Prices vary | Treat them to a clean, beautiful home by booking a local, professional cleaning service.

Ceneda large cooler bag | $24.99 | This insulated, leak-proof tote is perfect for family road trips, beach trips, and everything in between.

Car backseat organizers | $19.99 | Speaking of road trips, these backseat car organizers are every parent’s best friend + come complete with a tablet holder.

200 Kids Conversation Cards | $29.97 | Transform family dinners with a conversation-starting card game that asks kids and adults fun and meaningful questions.

Local pick: Seminole Candle Company large bundle | $75 | Keep your home smelling nice and ready for guests with Seminole’s line of scents, from cozy cashmere to spice sugar plum.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for young people." — Including a glitzy tumbler and Spikeball.

Local pick: The Tea Dragon Society Box Set | $63.99 | This Juvenile fiction book set of four from All Good Boooks comes highly recommended from Book Seller Julie + features beautifully done animations of animals, dragons, unicorns, fantasy, and more.

Women’s cropped quarter zip | $34.99+ | A bestseller in women’s fashion sweatshirts, this cropped sweatshirt comes in multiple colors and includes a thumb hole.

Spikeball set | $69.99 | A popular yard game they’ll want to play immediately after unwrapping.

Blank Slate game | $24.99 | Get the whole family laughing together during holiday gatherings with this highly-rated word association party game.

Studded bling tumbler | $31.99 | The perfect gift for the glitz lover in your family.

Local pick: Gift card to Papa Jazz Record Shoppe | Price varies | Whether it’s Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, or Charli XCX, let them pick out their favorite recent album on vinyl.

Mini karaoke machine | $29.99 | Both kids and adults will end up belting their heart out with this wireless, Bluetooth karaoke set.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "For your significant other." — Including comfy flannel and a book embosser.

Local pick: Pottery class | Prices vary | Book a pottery class at the State of The Art Gallery and Pottery Studio. You never know what new hobby you’ll unlock.

TheraGun Mini Massage Gun | $199.00 | A compact and travel-sized deep tissue massager that can relieve sore muscles and speed up recovery in between workouts.

Women’s Orolay Thickened Down Jacket | $149.99+ | The ultimate winter coat that’s windproof, warm, and stylish.

UGG Tasman Slipper | $110.00 | Gift your partner the perfect winter slipper that can be worn both in and out of the house.

Sherpa-lined flannel shirt jacket | $49.98 | Choose your favorite plaid pattern + snag them a warm jacket great for hiking, trekking, and camping all season long.

“From the library of” book embosser | $17.95+ | For the partner who loves to read, this personalized gift will add flair and meaning to their home library.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for holiday parties and gift exchanges." — Including a fancy hot sauce set and a YETI tumbler.

Local pick: Ultra Cotton Long Sleeve Tee | $30 | Who wouldn’t want to rep their city?

YETI Rambler 30-oz stainless steel tumbler | $38.00 | A durable, fan-favorite tumbler anyone will love.

TRUFF 3-bottle set | $19.99 | A great sampler gift of the original TRUFF hot sauce, hotter hot sauce, and black truffle oil.

Funny flip-over desk signs | $13.99 | Perfect for the office gift exchange, these flip-over signs display messages like “Drinks after work?” and “Shh...I’m thinking.”

Porta-Potty Shot Glasses | $19.99 | Liven up the gift grab bag with highly-rated porta-potty shot glasses.

Local pick: Stationery from XOXO By Jaime | $4+ | Jaime specializes in handcrafted stationery and has just the card for you. We all have someone to send a thank you card to.

Gifts for pet owners

Local pick: Go Gamecocks Pet Bandana | $27.99 | Because our pets are fans too.

Chom Chom Roller | $27.99 | Pet owners will be amazed by how much hair this reusable lint roller picks up from carpets, clothes, and couches.

Thoughts of Dog 2025 calendar | $17.99 | Gift a daily pup-spective of a sweet dog with this adorable and funny daily calendar.

Cat tunnel bed | $48.99 | A plush and ultra-soft cat pet bed with a fun feature — there’s a tunnel inside for cats to explore.

Local pick: Palmetto Dog Collar and bow tie | $8.50+ | You’ll have the most dapper dog at the market with this collar.

Furbo Mini Pet Camera | $99.00 | The ultimate home security camera for watching pets while you’re away.

Pawprint keepsake kit | $16.95 | A DIY kit for pet owners to make their very own personalized clay pet keepsake.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for foodies." — Including a nut milk maker and a stuffed burger press.

Local pick: Bourbon Bath | $10.99 | Grab this marinade and grilling sauce to spice up any dish.

Almond Cow Nut Milk Maker | $249.95 | The ultimate gift for your dairy-free friend, this nut milk maker can turn their favorite nut or seed into milk at the touch of a button.

Honey sampler set | $46.99 | A sweet gift including salty honey, hot honey, and Meyer lemon honey.

“Be Ready When the Luck Happens” by Ina Garten | $34 | One of this year’s most anticipated memoirs from Ina Garten, aka the Barefoot Contessa, beloved Food Network personality and cultural icon.

Stuffed burger press | $19.95 | Foodie friends can make burgers stuffed with cheese, bacon, onions, jalapenos, or whatever they dream up with this grill accessory.

Local pick: War Mouth steak sauce | $12 | The Cottontown restaurants spices and sauces are so good you’ll need a bottle to take home with you.

Sous vide precision cooker | $89.90 | Home cooks can take their cuisine to a whole new level with this sous vide cooker that achieves the perfect level of doneness.

A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "Gifts for adventurers." — Including a classic outdoor beanie and a two cup cook set.

Local pick: REI Trailmade Rain Jacket | $69.95 | Everyone needs a rain coat on hand just in case for any outdoor adventure.

Thule 614 Pulse Rack | $599.95 | The ultimate car rooftop cargo box for someone that spends more time outside than they do indoors.

Carhartt men’s knit cuffed beanie | $19.99 | This classic Carhartt knit beanie has 100,000+ five-star reviews for good reason — it’s durable, warm, and available in 35+ colors.

Local pick: Congaree National Park Canoe Tour | $100 | Experience the beauty of SC’s only National Park during this guided tour.

LifeStraw Collapsible Squeeze Bottle Water Filter System | $32.89 | For that special someone who’s always hiking or backpacking, this collapsible LifeStraw water bottle is a gift that will keep them hydrated for years to come.

Waterfly crossbody sling backpack | $34.99 | A light backpack designed with hiking in mind — adventurous friends can sling it on their back or chest and walk in comfort.

Stanley The Nesting Two Cup Cook Set | $25.00 | Made for outdoor cooking, this efficient little cooking kit can whip up hot meals, coffee, or boiling water.

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