By Jim Mikula, President/CEO
Getting ready for the Light the Night Christmas Parade, I was in several areas around town. On Main Street, Off Main Street and in Gilespie County. I took the opportunity to look around with an eye for holiday shopping here in the Burg. Here are a few Chamber member shops that might be of interest to you for some holiday shopping.
Studio K www.officialstudiok.com 206 N Milam St
Located in Grand Central at Milam this special store strives to appreciate the art of fashion but educate the importance of giving new life to old pieces. From jeans to tops to sweaters and coats, it’s a great exploration of vintage goods.
Yee Haw Ranch Outfitters www.yeehawranch.com 3915 US-290
In addition to boots, clothing, jewelry, furniture and gifts Yee Haw has opened its Christmas Shoppe. Always a fun visit! You can shop for all of the men, women and children in your family and find a little something for yourself!
Blue Oak Trading www.BloeOakTrading.com 116 N Crockett St
A Texas Hill Country store hosting multiple vendors offering handcrafted goods, apparel and home décor. This approach engages with local entrepreneurs, offering a platform to display and sell their products and help them grow.
Carousel on Main www.carouselonmain.com 155 E Main St
This store is dedicated to offering an eclectic variety of retail apparel, home, gift and accessories, with something for everyone, and at every price point. The owner/buyer strives to be a destination in and of itself bringing in fresh new inventory to keep things new and updated
Dogologie www.dogologie.com 148 E Main St
Dogologie is informed by the very thing that makes us love dogs: loyalty, kindness, friendship, and fun. These are the attributes that drive the Dogologie experience. The Dogologie teams knows they’ve done it right when the customer feels the service team cares for you as much as you care for your dog.
Liebeskind www.liebeskindfbgtx.com/ 127 E Main St
Liebeskind means Child of Love, and it is the place to dress the children you love from "bow (or bow-tie) to toe!" The store specializes in clothing, shoes and accessories to dress boys and girls from toddlers to tweens. A great place for parents and grandparents, aunts and uncles for the holidays!
Der Küchen Laden www.derkuchenladen.com 258 E Main St
This is a special store for the “little chef” in us all and has been recognized by the Gourmet Magazine for its wide-ranging collection of kitchenware and gadgets displayed in themed rooms. The store is perfect for veteran cooks and amateur kitchen lovers. Find the quirkiest gadget, classic German cookie molds and the trendiest new cookbook here!
Nice post on Blue Oak Trading Company Jim, I was in there yesterday and they have 17 vendors represented including many craft items & great gifts but they also have a Guitar seller there Michael Lederer who has deep roots in the music industry. Nice guy with several very nice guitars for both students and very accomplished musicians. Zuly’s Bakery (great breakfast) is in the front of the building and the Antique Mall is next door with 23 vendors. These 40 vendors are at 116 N Crockett next door to Crockett Haus Event Center just across from the Fire Station on MarktPlatz where the Christmas Tree lighting occurs nightly at 6 PM with ice skating at Eisbahn!