We know that the men in your life can be hard to shop for, but Glow is here to make it a little easier.  

We’ve narrowed down some of our favourite artisans to help check those guy gifts off your list. The best part is that you can visit them all in the same place at our Merry Makers Market which features over 60 local artisans.

Check out our suggestions for the hard to buy for man in your life.

Unique Gifts:

Stay warm with handmade toques, scarves, and headbands from Monkey Business.

Visit Eyemazy Iris Photo Lab as their unique technology captures the beauty of your iris and turns it into a one of a kind, amazing piece of art – ready to take with you in just a few minutes!

Shop for various hoodies, t-shirts, dog bandanas, leashes, and collars from Big Toy Shop. Or perhaps one of the many custom made wood creations by Woodnt it be nice if.

For the man who loves to cook, check out Cheryl’s Cozy Kitchen for a variety of kitchen supplies to make your kitchen experience the best it can be. Reusable microwave heat/cold packs from Green Stitches make a great gift and these stay warm for 30-40 minutes at a time. These could also be used as a cold compresses.

Drinks/Libations:

For the gentleman with a love of libations we recommend one of the following local artisans:

A perfect gift for any gin lover.Lone Pine Distilling gives you a unique local take on craft distilling, featuring one-of-a-kind recipes alongside traditional flavours. 

Hello Wolf Vodka Sodas believes people get more enjoyment from an experience that was designed especially for them. One that fits their lifestyle, that “gets them”, and just feels better. Hello Wolf Vodka Sodas are made with you in mind.

SYC Brewing has made every single beer on the same belief: that a beer should be more than just a combination of ingredients. Above all, a beer should be absolutely tasteful, familiar, and magical to drink.  

For something unique visit The Crabbie Goat and sample some of the finest moonshine!

From rich fortified dessert wines to subtle dry table wines, Field Stone Fruit Wines are a refreshingly flavourful alternative to accompany your favourite foods. 

For the coffee lover on your list be sure to visit Aspen Coffee Roasters and Roots of Colombia.

Food Cravings:

For any red-blooded Albertan man, beef jerky is a guaranteed score. Visit  Jerky Jerky for the finest jerky products with 100% Alberta beef. 

After dinner, enjoy fresh baking by Happy Bear Baking. They aim to bring the joy of fresh baking to everyone with a variety of ‘just add water’ baking kits each made by hand in Edmonton Alberta.

For more information about our Merry Makers Market visit https://glowyeg.ca/merry-makers-market/.

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1. Metallics

Metallics will be a focal point this holiday season. To offer a modern touch search for a muted silver to help bring a snowy look into your home. Gold is always a classic colour for the holidays, adding warmth and depth against the coolness of the silver tones. 

2. Blues

Blue is back! Pair a dark blue with metallic gold and watch it dazzle according to Kane Hughes, Interior Designer at MyJobQuote.co.uk: “The colour combination is an elegant choice for Christmas table settings. Think dark blue and purple candle holders paired with light gold reindeers. This colour scheme works perfectly against darker feature walls.”

3. Nostalgic Décor

2020 taught us to appreciate the importance of holiday tradition. With last year’s lockdown restrictions, many of us were unable to celebrate in the usual way. 2021 is the perfect year to bust out those old decorations and make some new memories. 

4.  Textured Layers of White

You get the beauty without the blizzard by layering various shades and textures of white. Get creative with cream and off-white shades and your home will look like a glistening snowy day.

5. Champagne & Pink

To add a touch of femininity to your home, think about decorating with shades of champagne and soft pink. Add some DIY sequined or glitter decorations and you’ll be ready to rock Pinterest.

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After scaled-back get-togethers, last December, we could all use a bit of Christmas spirit!

While Santa is on vacation, celebrating Christmas in July is a wonderful way to spread some much needed mid-year cheer. 

What is Christmas in July?

The idea of celebrating Christmas in July was started by a girls summer camp in South Carolina on July 24, 1935. Shortly after in 1940, the theme was popularized by a Hollywood comedy, Christmas in July.

Since its inception, Christmas in July has evolved to include annual traditions such as a Christmas movie marathon on the Hallmark Channel, volunteering with the Edmonton Christmas Bureau, or throwing your own Christmas in July party.

With a summer twist on Christmas decor, food and music we’ll show you how to bring some Christmas festivity to those warm summer months.

Christmas in July Menu: 

For a summer twist on a classic Christmas dinner why not try a smoked turkey or simply throw it on the BBQ. 

Traditional side dishes can include: 

Tropical Butterhorn Trees

Frozen Christmas Salad 

Duo Tater Bake 

Sweet potato, green bean and barley salad

Crispy smashed potatoes

Lets not forget dessert! Get the whole family involved with Ice cream snowmen and get creative with some Christmas in July themed cookies!

These mains, sides and desserts are easy to make meaning cooks at all levels can make and enjoy a mid-year festive feast. 

Cocktails/Mocktails

No meal is complete without the pairing of a carefully crafted cocktail or mocktail. If you’re a fan of the classics try the Slushy Cherry Old Fashioned or a Sparkling Apple Pie on the Rocks. If you’re searching for something refreshing indulge in Rudolph’s Tipsy Spritzer or a Frozen hot chocolate with a mint or cocoa liquor. Frozen Hot Chocolate is also a great mocktail or kid friendly beverage. 

For more great mocktail ideas click here. 

Christmas in July Decor: 

To help dec the halls for the Christmas spirit why not try making a wreath out of red solo cups, pool tubes or drink umbrellas. In lieu of a Christmas tree try decorating a pineapple and set a table for a summer meal to remember with these Christmas in July Centrepieces. 

Christmas in July gifts: 

What’s Christmas without presents? A summer spin on a secret Santa gift exchange could look like: 

Exchanging inspirational gifts to help each other get beach-ready.

Box exchange—a perfect way to relax at the beach or by the pool.

A “Summer Survival Swap” theme by putting together the most creative summer package you can while only spending a limited amount of money.

And for that hard to buy for person a flex pass to Glow is a great gift idea!

TIP: To help MC your gift exchange hire one of Santa’s elves to make an appearance! 

Visit our website here to book!

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