1 | Enjoy snow on Christmas, no matter what the weather report says, with SNO TO GO! Instantly create wet snow. Share the enjoyment with relatives in warmer climates by mailing this wintery surprise! Find it at Sweet Surprises, West Reading. Box, $9.95; tube, $4.95. 544 Penn Ave., West Reading, 610.373.2121, sweetsurprisespa.com.
2 | Enjoy BUGS AND BUTTERFLIES any time of year with this educational matching game by eeboo. The travel size makes it perfect for road trips this holiday season. Available at West Reading Drug Store, $9.98. 538 Penn Ave., West Reading, 610.375.4366, westreadingdrug.com.
3 | SEA CLAY SOAP, $5, provides a dense lather, so it’s ideal for shaving. Freshly made in Kutztown with bergamot, tea tree and grapefruit, it’s naturally deodorizing. Find it at Paisley & Company Bath Boutique & Fragrances Bar. 275 W. Main St., Kutztown, 484.646.9515, paisleyandcompany.com.
4 | For the sports fan in your life, score NFL TEAM APPAREL baseball and knit caps, just $10 each at VF Outlet Center (2nd Level of Blue Building). Other team novelty items also start at $10. Go Birds! 801 Hill Ave., Wyomissing, vfoutletcenter.com.
5 | Treat your pup to all-natural snacks handmade at Joe Paws Dog Bakery in Boyertown. This shop offers a range of cakes, cupcakes and gourmet snacks including APPLE CHEDDAR TREATS, 6 oz. bag $7.49, and BISCOTTI, $2.79.18 South Reading Ave., Boyertown, 610.369.2523, joepawsonline.com.
1 | Anyone can “SPOT IT!” with this family fun game for ages 7 to adult. Speed is key as the first one to spot the match wins! Perfect size for travel, too. Find it at Learning Express Toys, The Shoppes at Wyomissing, $12.99. 746 Woodland Rd., Wyomissing, 610.372.8697, wyomissing.learningexpress-toys.com.
2 | Make your hostess happy with this HAND-PAINTED CROCK created by Beaumont Potters, Crooksville, OH, $18.99. Various designs are available at Patsy’s Potpourri of Gifts in Boyertown, where all items are made in the U.S.A. 30 E. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown, 610.367.2955, patsyspotpourriofgifts.vpweb.com.
3 | Work with the staff at The Kitchen Door to create a perfectly personal gift like this TEA BASKET, $25, which includes a sleeping mask, antique tea cup, candle, journal and candy. Or give a hands-on cooking class at their Boyertown location! 1 E. Philadelphia Ave., Boyertown, 215.307.6202.
4 | Discover ALEX AND ANI ECO-FRIENDLY JEWELRY at Coventry Corners. This unique line is designed by Carolyn Rafaelian to provide positive energy, enlighten the mind and empower the spirit. Expandable wire bracelets start at $23.99. Pick your favorite at their Berkshire Mall location. 1665 State Hill Rd., Wyomissing, 610.376.0445, coventrycorners.com.
5 | Decorations aren’t just for the tree! She can adorn her “do” for holiday festivities with BEDECKLE HAIRPINS designed by Shyla Rohrer. Set of three is $12.95 at Hello Bluebird in West Reading. 609 Penn Ave., West Reading, 610.750.6642, hellobluebird.net.
1 | Celebrate with STOUDT’S! Commemorate Black Angus Restaurant’s 50th anniversary and Stoudt’s Brewing Company’s 25th anniversary with this special sour ale 5025, $20 per bottle. And the Revel Red ale is available November through the winter months. $42.70 for a case. 2800 N. Reading Rd., Adamstown, 717.484.4386, stoudtsbeer.com.
2 | A STACKABLE SNOWMAN, $38, can add to your winter décor! A little garland, $10, provides an extra holiday touch. And use the boxes to hide away items when you’re entertaining this season. Available at A Wrinkle in Time in Wernersville. 6790 Penn Ave., Wernersville, 610.823.4846.
3 | The child in your life can make music with THE LITTLE RED ACCORDION, $35, at Firefly on Penn in West Reading. Offering excellent sound quality, the child-size instrument for ages 7 and up includes easy-to-learn instructions. 508 Penn Ave., West Reading, 610.374.9102, fireflyonpenn.com.
4 | Find FLORAL COMPACT MIRRORS BY MARY FRANCES at Charlotte Shoppe in Sinking Spring, home to a wide variety of contemporary and upscale women’s wear. These artful accessories with detailed multicolor beading and metalwork range from $38-$48 each. 4600 Penn Ave., Sinking Spring, 610.678.4800, charlotteshoppe.com.
5 | The highly collectable Fiestaware now offers pet porcelain bowls! Available in four sizes, FIESTA PETWARE is durable, chip-resistant and oven, microwave and dishwasher safe! Ranging from $14.50 to $40 at Godfrey’s Welcome to Dogdom in Mohnton. 4267 New Holland Rd., Mohnton, 610.777.5755, godfreysdogdom.com.
1 | We heart Reading! Share your hometown pride with this LOCALLY HANDMADE PILLOW. It makes a great accent for the couch, porch, bed…or really anywhere. Find it for $65 on Double Dutch, a pop-up shop curated and crafted by two lovely local ladies. There’s a West Reading pillow for $70, too! doubledutch.storenvy.com.
2 | Help your friend or loved one deck the halls with this HOLIDAY PAINTING, $85, by Bernadette Bresnahan. Personalize it by adding his or her address number to the door. Gift certificates are available too, and can be used toward participating in a group painting party. Available at Junk to Jazz, Shillington. 2308 Lancaster Ave., Shillington, 610.775.3510, junktojazz.com.
3 | Bring nature to them with this attractive EXTRA-LARGE SEED TUBE BIRDFEEDER, $79.99, at Wild Birds Unlimited in Sinking Spring. It holds 3.5 quarts of seed, has a quick-clean removable bottom and offers a lifetime warranty. 60 Shillington Rd., Sinking Spring, 610.670.5508, sinkingspring.wbu.com.
4 | Inspire her with a B.U. BE YOU NECKLACE! Each has a specific meaning, like “Take a chance on love,” $65, with details in its gift box. Handmade and designed in Italy, these pieces of sterling silver and semi-precious stones and can be found at Dandelion Jewelry, The Shoppes at Wyomissing. 736 Woodland Rd., Wyomissing, 610.371.8338, dandelionjewelry.com.
5 | Put a smile on her little face with this cute CUPCAKE SET BY STEPHEN JOSEPH! QUILTED CUPCAKE APRON, $28, and BACKPACK, $29.99, both include personalized embroidery, and cooking set, $28, can be found at Initials Only Boutique & Awards, West Reading. 522 Penn Ave., West Reading, 610.670.0105, initialsonly.net.
1 | Style him in the collection by Fleetwood-based Paul Fredrick. He’ll look smashing in this PURE WOOL COUNTRY GENTLEMAN SPORT COAT, $199.50, with suede elbow patches and comfort stretch armholes. 800.247.1417, paulfredrick.com.
2 | Don’t just wear one! Enjoy STACKABLE RINGS created by Brazilian designer Betty Carre. Made from 18K yellow gold vermeil and genuine gemstones, this set of three is valued at $180 at Charles Hutcheson Fine Jewelry in West Reading. 512 Penn Ave., West Reading, 610.372.6468, charleshutcheson.com.
3 | Serve in style with this classically shaped handcrafted GLASS PITCHER. By Vagabond House, the pitcher has intricate pewter detail of oranges, blossoms and leaves. Find it for $155 at Wm H Diller Jewelers, West Reading. 601 Penn Ave., West Reading, 610.372.0019. dillerjewelers.com.
4 | Give the gift of an art experience at the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts! Your loved one can create a one-of-a-kind work in various classes like POTTERY FOR BEGINNERS, $200. Create a glass tumbler or ornament in a HOT GLASS WORKSHOP, $80. Find handmade glass in The Store! tumblers, $28 each. 201 Washington St., Reading, 610.374.4600, goggleworks.org.
5 | Find a variety of footwear that provide ultimate comfort, warmth and style at Nature’s Garden Natural Foods and Shoes like UGG’S BLACK BAILEY BUTTON BLING BOOT, $200, and ANSLEY EXOTIC CHEETAH PRINT MOCCASIN, $130. Reading Mall, 4360 Perkiomen Ave., Reading, 610.779.3000, naturesgardenonline.com.
1 | Spoil her with Sorrelli! This Kutztown-based company with national acclaim offers a unique collection of antique inspired heirloom jewelry. She will sparkle in the RHAPSODY BIB NECKLACE from the Holiday Collection, $237.50. 125 W. Main St., Kutztown, 800.876.7735, sorrelli.com.
2 | Yes, there’s a new one! The latest iPAD offers a 5-megapixel iSight camera with advanced options and HD video recording. Starting at $499, it's available, along with other Apple products at Double Click, West Reading. 546 Penn Ave., West Reading, 610.374.3355, dclick.com.
3 | Help his game with a new set of clubs like TOP-FLITE XL 5000. Designed for all skill levels to help generate maximum distance, this set includes the bag and 12 clubs. Available for $400 at Golden Oaks Golf Club Pro Shop, Fleetwood. 10 Stonehedge Dr., Fleetwood, 610.944.6000, goldenoaksgolfclub.com.
4 | For the hard-to-shop-for, rare finds are in abundance at Just Curious?, including various leaded glass windows ranging from $75 to $750. This ARTS-AND-CRAFTS STYLE WINDOW is part of a pair valued at $500 or sold separately for $250 each. 605 Penn Ave., West Reading, 610.685.3996, justcurious.us.
5 | Discover a plethora of eclectic gifts at The Mill Property Antiques, a progressive multi-dealer mall of antiques, collectibles, books, tools, furniture, vintage clothing and all things inspiring. Pictured is an INGRAHAM MANTEL CLOCK, $225. 2910 Main St., Morgantown, 610.286.8854, themillproperty.com.
BY KRISTIN KRAMER | PHOTOS BY TANIA COLAMARINO, AMA PHOTOGRAPHY
