Looking to surprise your loved ones with something more thoughtful than the usual socks for Dad or scarf for Grandma? MetroWest Massachusetts is brimming with creativity and craftsmanship, home to an array of talented makers and artisans. We’ve explored the region to bring you a curated list of exceptional gift shops offering one-of-a-kind, locally-made treasures for everyone on your list. This year, make your holiday shopping memorable with truly unique finds from these standout shops:
Boston Honey Company (Holliston, MA) is much more than an apiary—they use their own honey to make luscious bath products and gorgeous beeswax candles in whimsical shapes that are perfect for those “I don’t need anything” folks on your list.
GlenPharmer (Franklin, MA) distills hand-crafted spirits—whiskeys, vodkas, rums, gin, and GlenQuila®, an agave-based spirit—combined with locally-sourced New England ingredients for blends that surprise, inspire, and delight. Buy a gift of Bog, a cranberry-infused vodka, or Bean, an espresso and vanilla infused vodka perfect for espresso martinis!
Serendipity (Hudson, MA) has an entire shop full of whimsical, handcrafted gifts by the best local artisans—from jewelry to wall art and pottery to handbags.
H Brandt Jewelers (Natick, MA) carries sparkles of every variety, plus has master jewelers on staff to design custom pieces for your loved one.
The Garden Shop at New England Botanic Garden at Tower Hill (Boylston, MA) offers a charming selection of nature-inspired gifts, from jewelry and eco-friendly home décor to educational books and plant-themed accessories.
Helen’s Handbags (Natick, MA) creates one-of-a-kind T-shirt blankets, pillows, and handbags, all out of loved ones’ clothing, making memories that you will treasure forever.
Visit Duck Soup (Sudbury, MA) for local food delicacies as well as Made in MetroWest items like beautiful handmade wooden cutting boards, dog toys, bags, tea towels, magnets, and more.
Five Crows (Natick, MA) is a gallery that represents 120 local and regional artisans showcasing jewelry, pottery, paintings and prints, designer clothing, handbags, children’s items, quilts, fiber arts, glass, and much more, from the eclectic to the zany to the charming and traditional.
Elsie Kaye Glassworks (Northborough, MA) not only showcases beautiful home décor, jewelry, bath products, pottery, and other gifts, many by local craftspeople, but also flameworking and jewelry-making workshops for you to make your own gift for someone special.
Shop Elissa Surabian Art (Hudson, MA) online for custom-made signs as well as greeting cards, wall art, stickers, hats, and more.
Uni-T (Natick, MA) offers not only unique, eco-friendly t-shirts designed by the owner, but also interesting handmade jewelry, artwork, scented candles, soaps, and other local products.
The Boroughs Collective (Westborough, MA) is a French-style boutique offering European, American, and Asian antiques and hand-made artifacts by local artists. Their tagline is “Unique things for unique people,” which maybe tells you why we love them. Local products include clothing, fiber arts, jewelry, home décor, fine art, woodworking, stained glass, decoupage, and more.
Garden Shop at Garden in the Woods (Framingham, MA) provides amazing gifts for the gardening and outdoor enthusiast. And while the garden is closed for the season, the shop is open for holiday shopping Thursday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. (closed the week of Thanksgiving) until December 21st.
The Clever Hand Gallery (Wellesley, MA) is an artists’ cooperative with a wide range of gift items, from pottery to jewelry, and quilts to glass art to knitwear.
Craftworks (Northborough, MA) is a gift and yarn shop that showcases not only fiber arts but handcrafted goods from over 100 juried artists, including home décor, fashion & accessories, pottery, woodcrafts, glass, toys, and more. (This year, they’re brand new to our list!)
BORO Sugar Shack (Westborough, MA) is your source for all things candy! Great for stocking stuffers as well as candy boxes and corporate gifts, BORO carries candy of all kinds plus Westborough-themed gifts.
Goodnow Farms Chocolate (Sudbury, MA) offers artisanal single-origin chocolate made right on-site. This shop is a little different—you can only buy from them if you do a factory tour, which they are hosting several of in December. If you can’t make it, their products are also available locally at Duck Soup in Sudbury or Mullahy’s in Hudson.
Shop Jamie Palmer Keating Fine Art (Concord, MA) online for delightful alphabet posters and children’s wall art, plus stickers, apparel, and more.
Hudson Art & Framing (Hudson, MA) represents a dozen fine artists working in a variety of mediums. Stop in to buy beautiful wall art and other gifts!
The Vintage Caliber (Medway, MA) offers the perfect blend of European vintage and modern home decor. Shop their collection of kitchenware, decor, furniture, clothing, cards & books, and bath & body.
Paper Fiesta (Natick, MA) carries eco-friendly paper party goods, cards, Natick- and Boston-themed gifts, books, and more.
Vivilicious Chocolates (Natick, MA) creates truly indulgent artisanal chocolates, including bars, truffles, candies, hot chocolate bombs, coffee, and tea.
Shop local this holiday season, and get a slew of “ooooh” and “aaaaah” moments when everyone opens their gifts!
Consider a gift card to one of these local attractions as another clever present idea:
Level99 (Natick, MA): A sprawling adult playground with over 50 life-size mini games and challenges where you’ll dodge axes, crack puzzles, and outsmart obstacles.
Southwick’s Zoo (Mendon, MA): New England’s largest zoo is home to over 900 animals in naturalistic habitats. Visitors can enjoy live shows, the Soaring Eagle Zipline, Skyfari Sky Ride, and more!
