17 Nov MTP Holiday Gift Guide: 2021

Posted at 17:33h in Melrose Stories, Shopping Guides by MTPmedia

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This holiday season, shop locally! Here at Melrose Trading Post, we have an incredible collection of local small businesses helmed by artists, makers, designers, curators and collectors. Here is our refreshed 2021 Holiday Gift Guide spotlighting a few of our talented vendors.

Stop by MTP any Sunday this holiday season and find the perfect, one-of-a-kind gift for everyone on your list!

Apothecary Gifts

BODY BUTTER LADY

bodybutterlady.com @bodybutterlady

The Body Butter Lady brings you 100% organic and natural beauty products made with shea butter.

Shop scrubs, lotions, teas, and more.

Vegan and handmade

Authentic shea butter imported from Ghani and Mali!

NENA’S ORGANICS

nenasorganics.com @nenas_organics

Nena’s Organics sells 100% plant-based homeopathic products, including natural hair care, lotion bars, soap and sage bundles.

Handmade, organic beauty products
No chemicals, preservatives, or alcohol

RX LOS ANGELES

shopRXLA.com @RXLAtheBrand

RX Los Angeles is a family-owned business started by sisters Jocelyn and Jennifer.

Shop handmade soy candles, reed diffusers, smudge boxes, perfumes and room sprays.
Wide range of signature fragrances
Vegan, cruelty-free, and phthalate-free and made in the USA!

MARSTON COMPANY

MarstonCompany.com @MarstonCompany

Marston Company specializes in handmade cruelty-free, non-GMO apothecary products.

Their candles, soaps, and aromatherapy sprays are local favorites.
Made responsibly and free of chemicals

BODY KANTINA

bodykantina.com @BodyKantina

Body Kantina sells handmade, cruelty-free soaps in fun shapes like fruit, dessert and crystals.

Handmade in Los Angeles
Paraben and phthalate free.

Gifts for the Home

RAPHAEL CREATIONS

Raphael-Creations.com @RaphaelCreations

Raphael Creations sells handmade lamps from antique typewriters, cameras, musical instruments and more.

As an artist, she’ll customize any antique item into a unique lamp.
Functional art made from nonworking materials!

LA BOOK CLOCKS

BookClocks.com @LABookClocks

LA Book Clocks creates unique clocks from gorgeous vintage books and fancy clock hardware.

The perfect gift for any book-loving friend!
Handmade and one-of-a-kind

VAGUSLA

Vagusla.com @Vagusla

Vagusla sells beautiful home decor that can bring your friends’ Bohemian dreams to life.

Beautiful decorative pieces to customize your space
Handmade rugs, pillows, rainbow crochet, and dream catchers

TIGERSLABYRINTH

TigersLabyrinth Etsy Shop @TigersLabyrinth

TigersLabyrinth sells pillows, meditation cushions, and apparel with hand-printed designs.

Clare’s creations will be loved by your zen loving friends.

Vintage Clothing & Accessories

I AM MUSE

IAmMuseShop.com @IAmMuseShop

I AM MUSE is a fabulous vintage clothing & accessories truck.

Grecia is known for her curated groovy and colorful collections.
Mix of modern and vintage fasion

BLUEBELL RUGGED

@BBR_VintageThreads

Bluebell Rugged is known for their large selection of affordable vintage 60’s to 90’s Levi’s Jeans.

Combination of secondhand and handmade clothing.
Gift the perfect pair of cool vintage jeans!

EARTHLING VIP

@Earthling.VIP

Earthling VIP offers a very large selection of vintage, hard to find t-shirts, hoodies and hats.

Find the perfect graphic tee or colorful hoodie!
Excellent for any pop culture or streetwear fan.

Gifts from Local Designers

MUTANTE LEATHERS

Leathers.Weebly.com @Mutante_Leathers

Mutante Leathers offers one of a kind handmade leather items.

Shop rings, bracelets, hats and other festival, steampunk-inspired fashion items.

LITTLE PIECES LINGERIE

Little Pieces Etsy Shop @LittlePieces

Little Pieces offers custom, handmade lingerie made for all body types.

Ethical and sustainable luxury lingerie

ROJAS CLOTHING

Rojas Clothing Etsy Shop @RojasClothing

Rojas Clothing is known for their unique designs on apparel, hats and other innovative accessories.

Shop trendy bucket hats, bustiers, bike shorts, and more!
Their coordinated matching sets make excellent gifts for anyone with a passion for fashion!

C.A.Y.A (COME AS YOU ARE)

CAYA.shop @Caya.come.as.you.are

C.A.Y.A stands for Come As You Are. They sell hand-dyed and treated apparel that is inclusive and gender neutral.

Shop their bleached and tie-dye athleisure and music-inspired apparel.
They also offer kid’s clothing for any young music fans!

The Gift of Nostalgia

WE DEM CHAINZ

@WeDemChainz

We Dem Chainz sells collectible keychains and action figures for affordable prices.

Their collection spans many decades!
Discover collectibles to stir everyone’s childhood memories.

GO TRESOR

@GoTresor

Go Tresor is the go-to spot at MTP for collectible antique cameras.

They sell vintage film, video and digital cameras.
Their offerings make excellent gifts for a pro or budding photographer!

Jewelry for Everyone

DESERT MOON

ShopDesertMoon.com @ShopDesertMoon

Desert Moon jewelry is a brand started by jewelry maker Vanessa, inspired by nostalgic memories of her home.

Her eccentric designs include include pom pom and cowboy hat earrings, evil eye bracelets and charmed anklets.

LONDON MANORI

LondonManori.com @LondonManori

London Manori sells authentic gold and silver-plated pendant necklaces, earrings, and chains.

Their staple is simple, contemporary styles that are perfect for any occasion.

LUNA LIFE DESIGNS

Luna Life Jewelry Etsy Shop @LunaLifeJewelry

Luna Life Designs sells a huge range of vintage and reworked jewelry.

The Luna Life booth also carries an assortment of crystals and charms, as well as original acrylic artwork.

MONTESTRUQUE

Montestruque.com @_Montestruque_

Montestruque’s jewelry is handmade from recycled and locally-acquired materials.

His work is inspired by historic jewelry and elements of nature.

SHERRI KAGAN

@SherriKagan

Sherri Kagan sells high-end vintage necklaces, earrings, bracelets, brooches, and stylish hats. She’s got something for everyone’s budget.

The Gift of Original Artwork

PETER MARCUS GREEN

PeterMarcusGreen.com @PeterMarcusGreen

Peter Marcus Green’s art features bright colors and famous characters and images from pop culture.

Check out his prints, stickers, and wall art!
His eye-catching pieces are sure to please art-lovers or anyone who wants a bit of pop culture in their home!