Ideas for Michigan Gifts

Looking for a unique gift from Michigan? Whether it's for a relative or a friend, it's tough to find that special gift that is useful and means something. It's even harder if you're looking for a gift that reflects a specific place. But thanks to the Internet, it is easier than ever before to find Michigan gifts. Here are some ideas of places to look for a special gift that reflects Michigan.

www.giftbasketsfrommichigan.com

This site offers gift baskets with a Michigan flair. A featured item is the "Tastes of Michigan Basket." Each end of the basket is in the mitten shape of Michigan's Lower Peninsula. It includes goodies such as chocolate caramel popcorn, blueberry preserves, Sanders hot fudge sauce, cherry wafer crackers, dried cherries, chocolate covered raisins, cherry sour gum drops, and instant Fireside coffee.

www.michigania.com

This site offers a wide variety of made-in-Michigan products, ranging from the unique Petoskey stone (Michigan's state stone) to hand-blown glass, foods, pottery, woodware, books and apparel. If you want to get something for the kitchen, you could go for the campfire mug, wine glasses or etched glassware. For children, there are Michigan bears and a Great Lakes Lighthouse Puzzle.

www.mallofmichigan.com/gifts/gifts.html

Like to go shopping? Consider going to the Mall of Michigan to get those gifts. There are a whole variety of gift stores at the mall, including:

Gail's World of Rocks: unique beads, jewelry supplies and beading classes, custom beadwork; crystals, gems, minerals and fossils

Hugs & Stitches: A unique collection of handmade country crafts and gifts

Rau's Country Store: one of Michigan's largest Fenton Art Glass dealers; Heritage Lace table linens & curtain lace

The Mole Hole: a delightful gift store with many collectibles, featuring Swarovski Crystal and Wee Forest Folk

Mountain Man Nut & Fruit Company: Gift baskets of fine nuts, dried fruits and candies. Low carb and sugar free available. Shipped anywhere.

Teysen's Gift Shop: Collectables, upscale gifts, Native American artwork and homemade Mackinac Fudge.

Sweet Madness Candies: "A Plate to Break" is a handmade candy plate designed to help you express your madness.

Topez Miniatures & Glass, Inc.: A complete line of dollhouses, kits, miniature furnishings and more.

Sea Shell City: Offers a variety of sea shells, sea shell gifts, coral, nautical décor, candles, limited edition art & more.

Occasional Gift Baskets: Gifts and apparel celebrating Michigan-the state and the university. Gift baskets, lighthouses and more.

Felix's Finds: unique old/new gifts and collectibles; glassware, pottery, farm items, garden accessories and Boyds plush and resin.

The Corner Store: nautical, home décor, Christmas, framing, old fashioned candy.

Dusty's Cellar: gourmet gift baskets, chocolates and nuts. Local delivery and UPS shipping offered.

Enchanted Knights: Fantasy gifts, including dragons, wizard, fairies, unicorns, goblets, jewelry, clothing and more.

Finally, Detroit sports teams such as the Red Wings and the Pistons offer tons of wearable, eatable and collectible gifts for the sports fan you know. Hit up the Detroit stores and get a jersey, hat, towel, mug, or other sports-themed gift.

So those are some ideas. The rest is up to you. Get creative and get some gifts!