This holiday season, shopping local is more important than ever to the hundreds of Southwest Louisiana businesses that have suffered setbacks because of the pandemic and hurricanes. Shop for handmade crafts and gifts, Louisiana-themed apparel and accessories, or treat yourself to a festive pastry at one of our local bakeries. Or, if you are feeling very generous, boudin shipped to family and friends across the country would certainly put you on the "nice" list! If the gift of local art is calling your name, the HeARTbeat Tour is an inclusive list where you can learn about local artists, the artwork they produce and where to find or purchase their creations! 🎨
Shop our ultimate Southwest Louisiana gift guide below!🎁 Make sure to share your finds on social media and use hashtags #ShopLocalLC and #VisitLakeCharles!
If you have any additions, email me at kduncan@visitlakecharles.org.
1. Denim Jacket from Iron Shop Provisions
2. Earrings from olive and indigo
3. Home decor goodies from MILL + GRAY
4. Gift basket from Corner Market
5. Charcuterie board from Bayou Boards by Gabrielle
6. Craft beer from Crying Eagle Brewing
7. Ornaments from PaperSmith
8. Cinnamon Roll Wreath from The Bekery, LLC
9. Roseate Spoonbill poster from Pixel and Ink
10. Rum cake from Bayou Rum Distillery
11. Local art at Stellar Beans Cafe
12. Hats at Bespoke Hat Co.
13. Holiday treats at The Village Coffeehouse
14. Handcrafted earrings from Clay.ology
15. Candles from Accessory Zone
16. Stocking stuffers from Expressions
17. One-of-a-kind artwork from Candice Alexander Art Studio
18. Genuine craft vodka from Yellowfin Distiller, LLC
19. Holiday gift basket from Crave Gourmet
20. Customized earrings from Focused Earrings
21. Boudin from Insane Sausages
22. 100% Roasted Organic Coffee from Acadian Coffee Roasters
23. Trendy outfits from Mimosa Boutique
24. Southern Marsh gear from Southern Drifter
25. Children's toys from Etie's A Children's Shoppe
26. Sherpa pullovers from Polished Peasant
27. Satin Sleep Sets from Sway Boutique
