2021 Do Savannah Holiday Gift Guide: Starland Strange, ShopSCAD and more have your perfect gift

Adriana Iris Boatwright
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Locally-made and looking good

Starland Strange t-shirts

Preshrunk, 100% cotton, unisex, screen-printed; designed exclusively.

Preshrunk, 100% cotton, unisex, screen-printed. Designed exclusively by Starland Strange and made locally.
Preshrunk, 100% cotton, unisex, screen-printed. Designed exclusively by Starland Strange and made locally.

Available at Starland Strange Bazaar, 17 W 41st St, Savannah, GA 31401.

The Edition Savannah

Staud Yin Yang Bag ($350)

The Yin Yang Bag is a structured leather bag that can be carried by hand or over the shoulder with the detachable strap.

The Yin Yang Bag is a structured leather bag that can be carried by hand or over the shoulder with the detachable strap. ($350)
The Yin Yang Bag is a structured leather bag that can be carried by hand or over the shoulder with the detachable strap. ($350)

Bag-all Earbud Pouch ($13.80)

There is nothing that gets lost as frequently as earbuds. We have created this handy little case to help you keep track of them in a larger bag or at home. This earbud case fits your handbag perfectly!

Bag-all earbud pouch ($13.80): There is nothing that gets lost as frequently as earbuds. We have created this handy little case to help you keep track of them in a larger bag or at home. This earbud case fits your handbag perfectly.
Bag-all earbud pouch ($13.80): There is nothing that gets lost as frequently as earbuds. We have created this handy little case to help you keep track of them in a larger bag or at home. This earbud case fits your handbag perfectly.

Available at Edition Savannah, 212 W Broughton St, Savannah, GA 31401.

ShopScad

Kiss My Grits original lip scrub ($12.95)

Kiss My Grits lip scrub ($12.95): 100% natural and made from mother earth goodness, including Georgia stone ground white corn grits, organic sugar, organic coconut oil, pecan oil, Atlantic Sea salt and vitamin E.
Kiss My Grits lip scrub ($12.95): 100% natural and made from mother earth goodness, including Georgia stone ground white corn grits, organic sugar, organic coconut oil, pecan oil, Atlantic Sea salt and vitamin E.

Use Kiss My Grits Lip Scrub to protect and repair your lips. Simply massage onto lips to remove dead skin cells and rinse (or lick off... this stuff is delicious!). 100% natural and made from mother earth goodness, including Georgia stone ground white corn grits, organic sugar, organic coconut oil, pecan oil, Atlantic Sea salt and vitamin E to make your lips more kissable. Soft lips never tasted so good.

Jan hand-beaded ornament by Marjan Sattarzadeh ($17)

Jan hand-beaded ornament by Marjan Sattarzadeh. As low as $17.
Jan hand-beaded ornament by Marjan Sattarzadeh. As low as $17.

Lovelane paint your own DIY kit: Super tiara ($26)

Kit includes one of our heavy-duty canvas cuffs, fabric paint and paint brush. Both the tiara and cuffs are reversible for two different looks. Cuffs have velcro to fit ages three and up. Adult supervision is advised. Fabric paint will stay in fabric, so aprons are required.

Lovelane paint your own DIY kit, super tiara ($26): Paint your own super tiara. Kit includes one of our heavy-duty canvas cuffs, fabric paint and paint brush. Both the tiara and cuffs are reversible for two different looks.
Lovelane paint your own DIY kit, super tiara ($26): Paint your own super tiara. Kit includes one of our heavy-duty canvas cuffs, fabric paint and paint brush. Both the tiara and cuffs are reversible for two different looks.

At ShopSCAD, 340 Bull St., Savannah, GA 31402

A Southern Lifestyle Co. organic tote bag ($10)

Find them at Goshen Park Commercial Center, 135 Goshen Rd. Ext. Unit 165, Rincon, GA 31326.

Or call 912-295-3196, or email ShopLocal@SaltCreekMarketHouse.com

A Southern Lifestyle Co. organic tote bag. ($10)
A Southern Lifestyle Co. organic tote bag. ($10)

Starburst Savannah Bracelet ($229.99)

Sterling silver, 2mm mesh cuff with CZ Starburst Motif. Available in 18 karat yellow gold or sterling silver with a rhodium finish.

Starburst Savannah Bracelet ($229.99): Sterling silver, 2mm mesh cuff with CZ Starburst Motif. Available in 18 karat yellow gold or sterling silver with a rhodium finish.
Starburst Savannah Bracelet ($229.99): Sterling silver, 2mm mesh cuff with CZ Starburst Motif. Available in 18 karat yellow gold or sterling silver with a rhodium finish.

13 Secrets, 426 E. Oglethorpe Ave., Savannah; 300 W. River St., Building C, Unit 4 Savannah.

The Best Day Ever Savannah ($15)

Come along on an exciting and fun-filled day in Historic Savannah. Explore some of the city's most beloved locations which are sure to make for the best day ever.

Explore some of Savannah's most beloved locations, which are sure to make for the best day ever.
Explore some of Savannah's most beloved locations, which are sure to make for the best day ever.

Available at Superbloom Savannah, 2418 De Soto Ave., Savannah, GA 31401

Experiences

The Ultimate Dinosaur Adventure ($40)

One of the most unique kids activities in Savannah, this tour is one part Indiana Jones and another part Dora the Explorer. Dino action and adventure makes for a one-of-a-kind history lesson, traveling back 150-million years with the guide, Dusty the Dinosaur Ranger, and the Plant Riverside dinosaur. A dinosaur adventure is available every Saturday at 10:45 a.m. and 1 p.m., and Sundays at 1 p.m.

Dino adventure makes for a one-of-a-kind history lesson, traveling back 150 million years with their guide, Dusty the Dinosaur Ranger. A dinosaur adventure is available every Saturday at 10:45 a.m. and 1 p.m., and Sundays at 1 p.m.
Dino adventure makes for a one-of-a-kind history lesson, traveling back 150 million years with their guide, Dusty the Dinosaur Ranger. A dinosaur adventure is available every Saturday at 10:45 a.m. and 1 p.m., and Sundays at 1 p.m.

Dusty will mix games, music, and fun with loads of science and history, and brings it all to life as groups go on an adventure through the power plant and find dinosaurs, which are hidden throughout the Generator Hall. Dusty will start the adventure with a catchy, original theme song and let the kids dig for fossils then explore what kinds of foods dinosaurs eat, and tour the world class Amphicoelous Fragillimus skeleton while roaring like raptors as we take their imaginations to new heights.

Tickets can be purchased by calling 912-373-9100 or by visiting plantriverside.com.

Dino adventure makes for a one-of-a-kind history lesson, traveling back 150 million years with their guide, Dusty the Dinosaur Ranger. A dinosaur adventure is available every Saturday at 10:45 a.m. and 1 p.m., and Sundays at 1 p.m.
Dino adventure makes for a one-of-a-kind history lesson, traveling back 150 million years with their guide, Dusty the Dinosaur Ranger. A dinosaur adventure is available every Saturday at 10:45 a.m. and 1 p.m., and Sundays at 1 p.m.

Hours: Saturday at 10:45 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Sunday at 1 p.m.; Location: Generator Hall, Power Plant Building at Plant Riverside District.

Be An Artist Rock, Paper, Scissors Art Class for Kids ($200)

Scribble Art Studio's after school art classes are a great way to enrich your child's learning.

The after-school art classes explore art-making and use a wide variety of materials and mediums including design markers, tempera, acrylic and watercolor paints, printmaking and sculpture materials, collage, paper-making and more.

Classes run through the end of the school year. The cost for each block of five classes is $200 and includes all materials.

Rock, paper, scissors class schedule:

Monday: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. or 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

Tuesday: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. or 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

Wednesday: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. or 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

Thursday: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. or 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

Friday: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. or 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

Contact Geoff at 202-379-5643 or info@scribbleartstudiosav.com. Located at 212 E. 37th St. Savannah, GA 31401

Champagne Shopping Photoshoot – Starland

At Starland Strange and Bazaar, guests are greeted with a glass of champagne and pastries surrounded by comfy couches. As they pour the bubbly, they will have time to grab a snack while settling in while they start styling the girls. Their professional stylist will help curate outfits for their walking photoshoot session and the photographer will take them to the best spots in the Starland District for one-of-a-kind photos.

Guests are greeted with a glass of champagne and pastries surrounded by comfy couches. As they pour the bubbly, they will have time to grab a snack while settling in and start styling. Our professional stylist will help curate outfits for their walking photoshoot session.
Guests are greeted with a glass of champagne and pastries surrounded by comfy couches. As they pour the bubbly, they will have time to grab a snack while settling in and start styling. Our professional stylist will help curate outfits for their walking photoshoot session.

After the photo session, they will show the guests to other hot spots in the Starland District: Two Tides Brewing for a beer, Starland Yard food truck park for a bite to eat, and Superbloom to shop local goods and sip a latte. When they arrive back at Starland Strange and Bazaar, guests will relax in their private room & receive a 20% shopping discount.

Guests will leave this experience with full bellies, unique photos, and knowledge of the Starland District in Savannah. For booking information: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/1496089.

Must-have unique options

Vintage Aprons by Alice and Pearl

Prescott of Alice and Pearl is a maker of retro, kitschy, and vintage inspired kitchen accessories for adults and kids. If you love all things crafty and retro, check out her items. All items are handmade.

Apron For Kids ($15)

Lined with super soft felt on the back and inside the front pocket. Fits 8-24 month old children. Machine washable and dryable.

Apron For Kids ($15): Lined with super soft felt on the back and inside the front pocket. Fits 8-24 months. Machine washable and dryable.
Apron For Kids ($15): Lined with super soft felt on the back and inside the front pocket. Fits 8-24 months. Machine washable and dryable.

Apron for Adults ($30)

Full-length apron with two large front pockets. Machine washable and dryable.

Vintage Aprons by Alice and Pearl - Apron for Adults ($3): Full-length apron with two large front pockets. Machine washable and dryable.
Vintage Aprons by Alice and Pearl - Apron for Adults ($3): Full-length apron with two large front pockets. Machine washable and dryable.

Available at Superbloom Savannah, 2418 De Soto Ave., Savannah, GA 31401

Merchants On Bee

ANA A Sustainable Art (From $125-$250)

ANA A eyewear is made with mixed wood, comfort spring hinges and are UV 400. When purchasing our eyewear, product includes a custom travel case and microfiber cleaning cloth.

ANA A eyewear is made with: mixed wood, comfort spring hinges and UV 400. From $125-$250.
ANA A eyewear is made with: mixed wood, comfort spring hinges and UV 400. From $125-$250.

2934 Bee Road, Savannah, GA 31404

Nature Photographer Georgia Walters Products ($65)

Now you can purchase your own Georgia Walters art in many forms. It doesn't matter if you need art in your kitchen in the form of a glass cutting board, a large acrylic print for your living room, or just a gorgeous set of note cards to send to loved ones.

Large acrylic print of Georgia Walters artwork. ($65)
Large acrylic print of Georgia Walters artwork. ($65)

Mahsa Yousefi Design ($40 for totes and $25 for prints)

Iranian artist Mahsa Yousefi is one of my favorites. She creates surreal psychedelic art filled with imagination graphics and visual display. Her totes are completely sold out on her website, but Merchants on Bee have them in stock. Run before they sell out.

Totes by Mahsa Yousefi Design. $40.00 for totes and $25.00 for prints.
Totes by Mahsa Yousefi Design. $40.00 for totes and $25.00 for prints.

1733 Sav ($10)

Artist @misk1733 creates coin purses and coasters with a pop art vibe and local history blended. Cool bag and a great stocking stuffer.

Coin purses and coasters with a pop art vibe and local history blended. Cool bag and a great stocking stuffer. ($10)
Coin purses and coasters with a pop art vibe and local history blended. Cool bag and a great stocking stuffer. ($10)

2934 Bee Road, Savannah, GA 31404

This article originally appeared on Savannah Morning News: Holiday gift guide for Savannah GA fashion, jewelry, and experiences