Find the right presents for your circlesThanks to social media, we’re more plugged into our friends’ and relatives’ every want, interest, desire, hobby and daily routine than ever before. Whether you love a good Tweet or don’t believe life can be reduced to a series of status updates, social media provides invaluable holiday gift-finding information. Facestalk those on your list, then hit the streets of Albuquerque and support local businesses.
The Intimates
Your innermost circle made up of those nearest and dearest.
One-Of-A-Kind Original By Jeanbird, $35.50
Brooks Cascadia Trail Shoes, $110
Eco Tumbler, $25Loose Leaf Tea, $2-$5/Oz.
While you may not love hearing the up-to-the-minute details of your caffeinated best friend’s life, his incessant updates may give you a clue about how much he loves his morning cup of joe. This double-walled glass ECO Tumbler works for coffee, but it’s designed for tea. Maybe it will help him cut back on the battery acid—and the status updates. New Mexico Tea Company1131 Mountain NW #2962-2137nmteaco.com
The Besties
The social circle that knows everything about you. Seriously—everything.
Tuffy The Tyrannical T-Rex, $33.95
If your best friend’s a dog lover or perhaps is, in fact, a dog, this durable Tuffy canine toy is large and in charge. And pretty darned cute. Just get your smartphone ready once it’s unwrapped, because you’ll want to post the lucky pooch’s reaction on YouTube.ABQ Dogtown3845 Rio Grande NW341-4484abqdogtown.com
Double-Sided Bowties, $55 Each
Box Appetit Lunch Box, $23.50
The Fam
You love ’em, and you can’t deny their friend requests no matter how much you don’t want them to know what you do on Saturday nights.
1960S Life Magazines, $12-$25
Give your family’s history buff a physical piece of yesteryear with a vintage copy of LIFE magazine. He’ll be sure to appreciate a glimpse back to a few unforgettable moments on his real-life timeline.A Bit of Everything4000 Central SW352-6737
Handmade Cat Jewelry Box, $16
Woodstock Jade Chime, $39
The Playmates
The weekend warriors you seem to be spending a lot of your free time with lately
Cooking With Trader Joe’s, $24.95
Give your favorite book club host a few more entertaining ideas with this deliciously simple cookbook. Every recipe features ingredients you can find at Trader Joe’s, which means one-stop shopping and more time for happy hour.ScoJo’s Gifts and Cards8000 Paseo Del Norte NE Ste. C8828-0360scojosgifts.com
Designer Handbag, $24
Screen-Printed Bicycle Tees, $22.95
The Casuals
Coworkers, old friends from high school, those folks you interact with more online than in real life—your outer circle.
The Dessert Divas Assorted Food Goodies, $3.50-$10
Handmade in Albuquerque, these tasty treats are big on flavor and sass. Nuts, candies, cake mixes and more—the snacks will make a great white elephant gift at the office party or for those out-of-town college friends who still keep in touch.Kung Fu Cowboy Tea House3107 Eubank NE Ste. 12292-2832
Bananagrams, $15.95
Kristin’s Earrings And Pendants, $12-$25
Quirky handmade jewelry by Kristin is perfect to give to your close or casual gal friends. Pick from semi-anatomically correct hearts, steampunk-inspired rockets or crazy-looking birds and many more. Options are as numerous as the faces on your friends list.66 Pin-Ups521 Central NW766-7687facebook.com/66pinups
