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Between Secret Santa exchanges at work, host/hostess gifts for your jam-packed social calendar of holiday parties, and special little “somethings” for those you hold nearest and dearest to your heart, ‘tis the season to shop. While the popularity and convenience of online shopping have grown by leaps and bounds, nothing compares to selecting a special gift by hand with the added benefit of supporting a local business. Luckily for our neighbors in Traditions of Braselton, the nearby towns of Braselton, Hoschton, and Jefferson offer some wonderfully unique retailers and service providers. The next time you’re in our neck of the woods for your new home search, you might want to set aside a little time to explore one or more of the following shops. Now, let’s get those whimsical wheels turning for some great gift ideas for the special people in your life…

For the Festive Foodie

The gift of great food speaks a universal language of YUM to most people and is always well-received by the self-described foodies on your shopping list. From charcuterie tools and supplies at local merchants like Joy Company Market and North Georgia Olive Oil Company in historic Downtown Braselton to gift cards to excellent local restaurants like Cotton Calf Kitchen and Local Station, you may learn that the way to your gift recipient’s heart is indeed through their stomach! If their tastes lean more towards liquid libations, a gift card to Chateau Elan’s Louis’ House of Bourbon or The Braselton Brewing Company is sure to go down smoothly.

Gift Giving Tip: If you purchase a gift card to Louis’ House of Bourbon or The Braselton Brewing Company but want something to wrap, consider purchasing a rocks glass or a branded pint glass to place the gift card in.

For the Animal Lover

When shopping for the animal – or animal lover – in your life, The Puppy Pantry in The Vineyards at Chateau Elan on Highway 211 and In the Ruff Pet Stuff in the Clearwater Crossing Shopping Center on Spout Springs Road are your go-to gift destinations. Both carry an impressive selection of treats, toys, apparel, and more from which to choose. 

For the Child at Heart

Baseball great Chili Davis is credited with saying, “Growing old is mandatory; growing up is optional.” For that person who embraces their inner child, you might want to consider an experiential gift that encourages a sense of playfulness, like a gift card to Axe Masters on Thompson Mill Road or to TopGolf or Andretti Indoor Karting & Games at The Exchange at Gwinnett. For the comic book and collectibles aficionado, be sure to check out our new neighbors at Inner Nerd at Traditions Walk. 

For the One Who Deserves a Little Pampering

We all have at least one person in our lives who does so much for others that they often forget to take care of themselves. A spa or nail salon gift certificate might be the best way to say, “Thank you for all you do!” You can find that gift of serenity at several locations throughout the area, including the famed Spa at Chateau Elan, Elements Day Spa and Marketplace in Downtown Braselton, Reflections Wellness Spa in Hoschton, Frenchies Modern Nail Care on Hwy 211, and Oh My Nails Salon & Spa in Jefferson.

For the Fashionista

While we may have cringed at the sight of a beautifully wrapped dress shirt box as children, many fashionable grownups love the gift of a brand-new outfit. If you have a reasonably good read on this person’s size and tastes, feel free to shop the wares at Naked South Boutique in The 1904, Vintage Peach Boutique on the Hoschton Square, or Polished Chic in Jefferson. If you’re a little gun-shy about picking out something they’ll love, a gift card will surely do the trick!

A Unique Find for a Unique Friend

When it comes to gift giving, sometimes you won’t know it’s the perfect gift until you find it. Fortunately for you, there’s an abundance of antique and gift shops in and around Traditions of Braselton. Be sure to peruse the shelves at Countryside Antiques and A Flea An’tiques in Downtown Braselton, Black Barn Antiques & Marketplace in Jefferson, Pretty Petals & Pickin’s in Hoschton, or My Gift Store off Highway 211.

We may be biased, but we believe the BEST GIFT you can give your family this holiday season is a new home in the lifestyle-centric, master-planned community of Traditions of Braselton. Visit us at www.TraditionsofBraseltonHomes.com to view available homes and learn more about our alluring amenities package. Or come see us in person at our Discovery Center – located at 401 Delaperriere Loop in Jefferson. We are open Monday – Saturday from 10 am – 6 pm and Sunday from 1 pm – 6 pm. If you have any questions before your visit, please don’t hesitate to call us at 706-664-2830.

Fun fact: If you time your visit to see us late in the day, when you’re finished visiting available home sites and homes, you might be treated to a special holiday light show as you drive through our neighborhood after dark. Not only will it fill you with the holiday spirit, but it might just add to the allure of becoming a Traditions of Braselton homeowner!

From all of us here at Traditions of Braselton, we wish you and yours a Happy Holiday Season! We hope to welcome you to the neighborhood in 2024!

KB 11/29/23

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