Reviewed by: Sharron Swain
15 fantastic locally-made gifts to buy from Downtown Birmingham businesses
Downtown Birmingham is home to amazing businesses creating handcrafted and original products you won’t find anywhere else. For those loved ones who deserve a present as unique as they are, here are 15 locally-made gift ideas you have to check out.
1. Jewelry from Marsuko
An amazing gift for every woman in your life, Marsuko specializes in making beautiful polymer clay earrings. Creator, Angela Santiago, started her business in Woodlawn and infuses her eclectic style into each original piece she makes. Although there’s no brick-and-mortar store yet, you can find all of her products online.
2. A sweet treat from Chocolatá
Chocolatá creates handcrafted chocolates in Downtown Birmingham that taste even better than they look. These beautiful truffles make the best present for those with a sweet tooth, but be sure to buy an extra box to treat yourself, too.
- Location: 1927 2nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Hours: Tuesday-Wednesday 11AM-5PM I Friday 11AM-8PM I Saturday 11AM-3PM
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3. A tote from Yellowhammer Print Shop
If you’ve ever dined at Hot and Hot Fish Club, you’ve seen the gorgeous pottery created by Earthborn. A place that has incredible food has to be served on a beautiful plate, wouldn’t you agree? Get one for yourself or for your favorite friend and feel like every night is a five-star meal.
- Location: 2821 2nd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35233
- Hours: Monday-Friday 11AM-6PM I Saturday 9AM-4PM
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4. A wallet from Flint Leather Co.
Did you know Flint Leather Co. was created by an Alabama Native? Cool, I know. The shop has a great selection of beautiful wallets, bags and accessories all made with genuine, quality leather. Check out the “shop your state” section of their website for Alabama products.
5. Wine bucket from Alabama Sawyer
This one is for the tree-huggers. At Alabama Sawyer, they make quality wood-carved furniture from already fallen trees so you don’t have to feel bad about them getting cut down. Products include beautiful furniture like desks and side tables and smaller household items like ice buckets, cheese boards and candle holders.
- Location: 1700 Vanderbilt Rd, Birmingham, AL 35234
- Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30AM-5PM I Friday 8:30AM-12:30PM
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6. Custom paintings from AS Custom Art
Buy your friends and family a custom piece of artwork this Christmas from AS Custom Art in Birmingham. Whether it’s a watercolor of their furry friend, their favorite animal or a family portrait, a custom painting is the perfect sentimental gift.
7. Soap from Infinite Soaps
Infinite Soaps specializes in sustainable and ethically-sourced skincare and bath products. Besides the fact that their soaps smell amazing, you can know what you’re putting on your skin is good for the environment and your body.
- Location: 4000 3rd Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35222
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8. A graphic tee from SHEEPBLACK Designs
This is a great gift for your friends who love The Magic City. SHEEPBLACK Designs makes unique Birmingham-themed graphic tees that are a must-wear at your next social gathering. Check out all of their designs on their website.
9. A Byndel box
A Byndel box is the compilation of all the Birmingham goodies you could want. Shop their website for an assortment of Birmingham-based products placed together in an adorable gift box. What’s inside your box varies on which package you pick, but can include anything from homemade caramel sauce and soaps to loose leaf teas.
10. Furniture from Magic City Woodwork
This downtown Birmingham business is cranking out some incredible wood furniture and buying it could make you the best gift-giver ever. Check it out to see why.
- Location: 931 28th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Hours: Monday-Thursday 8AM-5PM
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11. Coffee from June Coffee Co.
This is for all your coffee lovers. June Coffee Co. roasts its beans in Birmingham to make some pretty amazing cups of Joe. For now, you can try it in person at The General, but they have plans to open their own shop in 2022.
12. Kitchenware from Civil Stoneware
Located in the Civil Rights District of Downtown Birmingham, Civil Stoneware makes gorgeous stone bowls, plates, utensils and more. Help your loved ones’ kitchen stand out with a gift from this unique shop.
- Location: 1710 2nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
- Hours: Shop hours change weekly
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13. Jelly from Jennifer’s Kitchen
Any easy gift that everyone in the South loves is jelly and jams. Jennifer’s hot pepper jelly makes a great appetizer at any holiday party or for snacking on at home. You can find their products at Alabama Goods.
- Location: 2933 18th Street South, 35209
- Hours: Monday-Saturday 10AM-6PM I Sunday 11AM-3PM
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14. Prints from Stately Made
Get a cute framed print for family and friends from Stately Made this holiday season. Brimingham native and owner, Jordan Jarvis Hughes, makes all of her products small-batch style right here in town.
15. A Candle from Great Bear Wax Co.
Fall in love with the scents of whiskey, pumpkin and campfire when you buy a Great Bear candle. These hand-poured candles are made right here in Birmingham.
- Location: 5529 1st Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35212
- Hours: Wednesday-Friday 11AM-6PM I Saturday 10AM-3PM
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Where are your favorite spots in downtown Birmingham for buying local gifts? Let us know by tagging us @bhamnow.
