Get fabulous deals on classic and boutique-style shearling, mink, sable-trimmed mink, beaver, shaved beaver and leather jackets and coats during the Liquidation Sale at Holzman’s Furworks’ Mequon store. With prices slashed 50 to 80 percent on everything including hats, scarves and gloves it’s a biggie. Better buy quickly though, since despite the recession, the fur is literally flying out the door, which closes for good on January 31. 1552 W. Mequon Rd., Mequon 262-240-9999, holzmanfurs.com.
On December 5 and 6 you and the family are invited to visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus and all their pals at Jolly’s Gingerbread House in the Third Ward. Enjoy the tree lighting ceremony, performances by a children’s choir, a cookie sale, carriage rides and more. Free parking and a bevy of holiday specials and sales make this 20th annual Christmas in the Ward celebration the best ever. For more info visit historicthirdward.org.
Celebrating creativity and Christmas tradition, Colleen Horner Kitchen Bath Tile Stone hosts the 3rd annual Gingerbread House Competition on December 5 between 3:30-6:30 p.m. during which the store will also be holding a 20 percent sale on international tableware and home accents. Finished masterpieces will be offered up during a silent auction benefiting Toys for Tots at the Milwaukee Public Market. 191 N. Broadway, 414-298-9969, ColleenHorner.com.
On December 10 from 5 – 8 p.m. Katie Gingrass Gallery and (shoo) pair up to present Handcraft Your Holiday, a trunk show featuring jewelry, footwear, clothing, gifts and accessories created by local and national artists. 241 N. Broadway, 414-785-2355, shoostore.com, 414-289-0855, gingrassgallery.com.
Flaire features women’s dresses and men’s fine and casual button down shirts at 25 percent off December 4 – 6. With the store’s Stocking Stuffer Special also in place, offering discounts of 10 – 40 percent off any one regular priced item or 5 – 15 percent off on sale items through December 24, you could really save a bundle. Limit one stocking draw per visit. 407 E. Buffalo, 414-223-5100, shopflaire.com.
Stop in at Neroli Salon and Spa through December 6 and they’ll take 20 percent off any spa appointment reserved for January or February. While you’re there, drop off a toy for the House of Peace Ministry and receive 10 percent off the purchase of any beauty or body product. 325 E. Chicago St., 414 – 227-2888, nerolispa.com.
Look your beautiful holiday best with Blush. An online Gift Giving Guide and complimentary VIP services make giving easy whether it’s a $25 treat or indulgent customized packages like a year’s worth of Facials (which includes additional ala carte treatments valued at $300). 249 N. Water, 414-272-1718, blushmilwaukee.com.
Remodeling a kitchen or bath? Swing by the open house being held 1 – 4 pm., December 6 at Allen Kitchen & Bath. Take a spin around the showroom, meet the designers, sip a bit of wine and enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres prepared on site with appliances from Electrolux’s Professional Series 102 N. Water St., 800-215-9309, allenkit.com.
Searching for a really unique Christmas or Chanukah gift? I’ve got three words for you, American Science & Surplus. Fun, imaginative, educational and sometimes just plain wacky, shopping to make a statement is always easy on the budget. 6901 W. Okalahoma Ave., 414-541-7777, Sciplus.com.
Into catering to canines? Planet Dog’s new Orbee-Tuff® Bulb is a sturdy chew toy shaped like a vintage tree light. It’s fun to toss or fill with treats and has a minty sure to banish doggy breath. Find it at Metropawlis. 317 N. Broadway St., 414-273-7397, metropawlis.com or visit planetdog.com.
Keeping things green and local the Exchange Alternative Gift Fair, going on December 6 between 1 and 5 p.m., offers up gifts for family and friends while supporting charities, nonprofits and neighborhood businesses. It all happens at the Urban Ecology Center 1500 E. Park Place. For more info visit ourmilwaukee.net or outpostnaturalfoods.coop.
Mild to scorching, locally made, superbly flavored gourmet hot sauces by Man’s Best Friend make perfect stocking stuffers. mbfsauces.com.
Holiday shoppers and fans of Mandi Gerth’s former Waukesha store can find the same fresh mix of unique, funky, sophisticated and stylish gifts, home accessories, linens and stuff for kids on her website, shoestringhome.com.
Rabid Bucky Badger fan on your holiday list? Madison’s famed University Book Store’s temporary Brookfield Square shop is stocked with all sorts of Wisconsin sport themed clothing and gifts. Brookfield Square, 262-797-9560, uwbookstore.com.
Got to get a gift for a golfer who’s goofy for the game? You’ll find everything from personalized balls and tees to the latest in bags and clubs at golfgifts.com.
Shopping for online bargains? Check out RetalMeNot.com loaded with coupons for national online stores like Amazon, Banana Republic, Macy’s, J.Crew, Target and Victoria’s Secret.
