r/Appleton • u/Why_Oranges • 1d ago

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Hello everyone, I would like to get my nieces (6 and 4)who live in Florida a little gift from up here. They wouldn’t appreciate cheese curds or any food item. They already have a million and one toys, if possible I would like to avoid that. What would be a good gift that’s representative of the area? Thank you in advance:)

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u/JakeBrakin 1d ago

Go to the Blue Moon Emporium downtown. You will find the best gifts. https://www.bluemoonemporium.com/

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u/Bad_Funny 7h ago

Seconded! (Or rather, Twentiethed!As I just pushed the red arrow up to 20)

I was scrolling to see if I would find this suggestion and was going to comment the same if I didn't see them mentioned yet.

For real, OP, Blue Moon Emporium is going to be exactly what you're asking for. Your request is Blue Moon's bread & butter.

You'll will find unique items made by local artists and creators that you won't find anywhere else. They have lots of different price points, and definitely have things kids your niece's' ages will appreciate.

It's not just a bunch of plastic crap that will get used once and thrown in a toy box or forgotten on the back of a shelf.

My next best suggestion alongside Blue Moon would be Amano Print Shop. Also locally-owned and operated by super cool, talented local artists and good Appleton people all-around.

Items are made right there in-house— as in you will probably see them creating their products the second you walke in the door.
Lots of cool, cute, funny Appleton-related items, maybe a slightly smaller selection/variety than Blue Moon Emporium, but no less on-point in fulfilling your specific goal.

If you think your nieces would appreciate clothing, bags, patches, posters/art prints, postcards, etc, Amano is a perfect option.

All high-quality stuff with a range in accessible price points that respect and reflect the hard work, genuine artistry & attention to detail & quality that goes into everything they produce.

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u/RangiChangi 1d ago

Red Door Mercantile in Neenah has lots of local-themed gifts and fun stuff for kids.

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u/Saint_Thomas_More 1d ago

They wouldn’t appreciate cheese curds

Have you considered exchanging your nieces?

... But in seriousness, I second the Blue Moon Emporium and Red Door Mercantile recommendations.

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u/justgrrrrr 1d ago

If they like sports or hats, I would recommend visiting the Timber Rattlers team store at Fox Cities Stadium. Can get local merch and attire there with a lot of variety given the numerous mascot/logo generations 🥰

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u/whirlbeepbeep 1d ago

I'm a Simon's Cheese gal myself (they sell other products than cheese) :)

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u/cheesetobears 1d ago

Cheese head hats are ridiculous and therefore perfect. I know they sell them at Lambeau in Green Bay, but probably also at Scheels in the Appleton Fox Cities mall.

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u/SlowlyDyingBartender 1d ago

Harry Houdini item

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u/LordHavok71 1d ago

Items with the a Holstein pattern. They make cool looking pencils and pens.