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Local businesses in the Cortland and Ithaca areas for holiday gift shopping

Local businesses in the Cortland and Ithaca areas for holiday gift shopping

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CORTLAND AND ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — This year, shop local for the holiday season with these 20 local businesses in the Cortland and Ithaca areas:

Cortland Area

  1. Cinch Art Space — Find handmade gifts and locally made art in the historic Corset Building at 75 E Court St., Cortland.
  2. Area 51 — Find games, collectibles, and fandom-related gifts at this shop located at 168 Clinton Ave. in Cortland.
  3. Lot 1 Vintage — This vintage and retro gift shop offers unique finds for décor, fashion and holiday presents and is located at 79 Main St. in Cortland.
  4. The Cortland Flower Shop — Choose from an array of floral arrangements and gift baskets at 11 N. Main St. in Cortland.
  5. Homer Men & Boys Store — A staple business in Homer, this store offers quality clothing and footwear for men and boys, but also has a women’s section, and is located at 9-11 S. Main St. in Homer.
  6. Olde Homer House — At 44 James St. in Homer, find home furnishings and other gifts ranging from traditional style to American country and primitive.
  7. Cortland Picture Frame Co. — Find custom picture framing, gifts, and antiques at 9 N. Main St. in Cortland.
  8. Just Chill Custom Gifting by Carol — A custom gift-shop with self-care and holistic related merchandise, this store is located at 93 Clinton St. in Homer.
  9. Robinson’s Family Jeweler — Family-owned jeweler offering fine jewelry and custom pieces, ideal for special holiday gifts, can be found at 3 Groton Ave. in Cortland.
  10. All My Friends Books — An independent bookstore in downtown Cortland, find a gift for the reader in your life at 51 Main St. in Cortland.

Ithaca Area

  1. Handwork — Local artisan cooperative with handmade ceramics, jewelry, textiles, art, and gifts located at 102 W. State St. in Ithaca.
  2. Sunny Days of Ithaca — At 171 E. State St. on the Ithaca Commons, find Finger-Lakes-themed gifts, local food products, apparel, and ornaments at this shop.
  3. Ithaca Guitar Works — A local music shop with guitars, banjos, and music equipment, find what you need for the musician in your life at 215 N. Cayuga St. in the Dewitt Mall in Ithaca.
  4. Angry Mom Records / Autumn Leaves Used Books — A beloved independent record store + used bookstore at 115 E. State St. on the Ithaca Commons, these shops will have gifts for vinyl lovers and bookworms.
  5. Ithaca Coffee Company — At 702 Hancock St. in Ithaca, this shop offers coffee beans, gourmet gift sets, local treats, and brewing accessories.
  6. Alphabet Soup — This children’s store at 171 E. State St. on The Commons in Ithaca has an array of toys, books, puzzles, and other gifts for sale.
  7. Finger Lakes Running Company — At 700 Cascadilla St. in Ithaca, this store has everything from running shoes to running accessories for those who like to take advantage of running trails and pathways in Ithaca.
  8. Mimi’s Attic — This second-hand shop at 401 Elmira Rd. in Ithaca has curated home décor, vintage pieces, and local artisan goods.
  9. Home Green Home — 126 E State St, Ithaca
    This store at 126 E. State St. on The Commons features sustainable and eco-friendly gifts, décor, housewares, and accessories.
  10. The Jewelbox — At 301 Taughannock Blvd., browse a wide selection jewelry and artisan accessories for a more upscale gift.

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