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It’s that time of year again – Bozeman’s in full holiday mode, Main Street’s lit up, and everyone’s scrambling to finish their shopping! If you’re still staring at a list with a few names left, don’t sweat it!
We’ve rounded up our team’s favorite gifts for just about anyone—the home cook, the skier, the DIYer, even that one neighbor who’s impossible to shop for. Here are the picks that’ll make your last-minute run a whole lot easier!
Winters hit a little different up here in Bozeman, which is why cozy gifts are always a win. Think about the coldest person you know (we all know someone). The following gifts make great picks for anyone heading up to the Bridger Mountains this winter:
- Heart & Soul Alpaca socks,
- Muk Luks socks,
- Hiawassee socks,
Toss in a Rumpl blanket for that aunt who never warms up, or a Mt Kiln mug for hot cocoa by the fire. And if you want the house to smell like the holidays? Tag candles never miss.
And yep, we have them all at Owenhouse Ace Hardware!
Sourdough is THE kitchen trend of 2025 and 2026, so if you’ve got a buddy who won’t stop talking about “hydration percentages,” this is their moment.
Nothing beats baking bread in a Le Creuset Dutch oven – it’s practical, it’s tough, and it looks good sitting on the stovetop.
Pair it with Cudaway Knives (one of our local favorites, and just as handy for camping or hunting!) for a gift that’ll last them decades.
They’ve already mastered the loaf? A Gozney pizza oven might just turn them into the family’s new weekend hero.
And for chefs who like a little style with their skills, SMEG appliances, Emile Henry bakeware, and a Messermeister’s leather aprons make great picks that hit that “practical but still pretty darn cool” sweet spot.
Gifts For the DIYers (or the One Who Always Has a Project)
If you’ve got someone in your life who’s constantly fixing, building, or “just seeing if this will work”, tools are about as thoughtful (and useful) as it gets.
And with holiday deals rolling in, it’s the perfect time to grab the good stuff like:
- DeWalt
- Milwaukee – we’re big fans of their Packout system—tough, stackable, and built to move around just like you do when you’ve got three projects going at once.
- Stihl
These are the brands we trust around here – power tools, drill sets, and combo kits make solid gifts for dads, buddies, neighbors, or anyone who practically lives in their garage.
And if you want to take organization up a notch, Holstery gear is a game changer – holsters, clips, and carriers that actually make sense for real-world use. They’ll appreciate them every time they gear up, guaranteed.
Through November, we’ve got amazing Black Friday deals. Spot them here, before heading to Owenhouse Ace Hardware to secure your items!
Gifts For the Adventurers (and the One Always on the Go)
First, let us remind you: ski passes always make an awesome gift for Montana adventurers! Check out Bridger Bowl’s 2025/2026 season passes.
If you’ve got someone who’s always outside – hunting, hiking, skiing, or just bouncing between jobs – rugged gear is the way to go!
Around here, YETI is the gold standard. Their coolers, tumblers, and travel mugs can take a beating and still keep your coffee hot on a subzero morning.
We’ve also got Kinco gloves (pretty much required gear for Montana winters), Solo Stove Bonfire and Camp Chef equipment for campsite cooks, Flyvines and Cling Fishing essentials for your anglers, and Turtlebox speakers (like this one or this one) – loud, durable, and built for the backcountry!
Gifts For the Green Thumbs (Even in Winter)
Give the gift of green this season with an indoor Amaryllis kit – bright, easy to care for, and perfect for bringing color back into a Bozeman home when the yard is frozen solid. Gardeners love having something growing on the windowsill this time of year.
And if they’re already counting down the days till spring, practical tools never miss!
- The Hori Hori gardening knife is one of those do-everything tools they’ll wonder how they lived without.
- This portable folding wagon makes hauling soil and plants a whole lot easier.
- These telescoping pruners help tackle those overgrown bushes the minute the snow melts.
- Round it out with a sturdy pair of gardening gloves—every gardener needs an extra pair on hand.
If you’re shopping for someone who loves calling Montana home, you can’t go wrong with locally made gifts! They’re meaningful, built to last, and every purchase keeps money right here in our community.
We’ve already introduced you to Mt Kiln mugs and trays, Cudaway knives, handmade dishcloths by Stevee Sterling, Colleen Cook’s niece, and beautiful 3D art from Rising Joy.
Montana Block cutting boards are always a crowd-pleaser, and Casey Underwood glassware brings a touch of Montana wildlife to any kitchen.
For something truly unique: Sawdust Sisters’ wood art makes a gift they’ll want to hang up the minute they unwrap it!
To us, the pets are basically family, and they deserve a little something under the tree too.
Dish Darling‘s handmade snoods for cats and dogs are a winter favorite around here, and Maddie McGee’s locally made treats never last more than a minute once the bag’s open.
MTN Straps collars and leashes are tough enough for Montana adventures, while West Paw toys are Bozeman-made and built to survive even the rowdiest chewers, and LickiMat products make great boredom busters!
This year, shop local for your four-legged family members!
If you want to fully surprise your friends and family with a unique gift… Get it engraved!
The best part? You can do it right here at Owenhouse Ace while you shop. We personalize mugs, tumblers, knives, tools, pet tags, cutting boards, flasks, and plenty more.
It’s quick, it’s convenient, and it turns a good gift into one they’ll hang onto for years. Swing by, pick the gifts you want engraved, drop them off at our engraving station, keep shopping, and we’ll have them ready in no time! See it for yourself below!
Still Not Sure About What to Offer? Ask Owenhouse Ace’s Team!
Still scratching your head about what to get? Don’t worry—our team’s got you.
We know what’s flying off the shelves; what folks in Bozeman are loving this year, and what makes a solid last-minute gift. Just swing by either Owenhouse Ace location and we’ll point you in the right direction.
We’ll even help you get it wrapped so you can check one more thing off the holiday list!
