Make KC Gift Again 2018: 10 homegrown shopping ideas for him, her or them

November 21, 2018  |  Austin Barnes

Edison Amp at Made in KC Cafe, Kansas City Made 2018

Startland News presents its annual gift guide of Kansas City-made products to celebrate dozens of KC makers and give readers curated shopping hints. Check out selections below for him, her or them — heck, these are suggestions anyone would love. (Have more ideas? Leave them for readers in the comments below. We know this is just a glimpse of what Kansas City has to offer.)

Want more gift suggestions? Click here for Startland’s other Make KC Gift Again ideas: kids, KC pride and stocking stuffers.

Gifts for Him

Edison Amp

The Edison-era collides with modern technology. Made from Missouri sourced wood, the Edison amp amplifies your music in a throwback to the days of old.

Price: $68.00

Click here to shop.

Keefe Cravat Neckwear

Made-to-order, Keefe Cravat neckwear is what you make it. Enabling men to look and feel their best.

Price: Signature cigar box set starts at $105.00

Click here to submit an order form or call 816-533-5008.

Click here to learn more about Keefe Cravat designer and fashionpreneur Jordan Williams.

Burnt Finger BBQ's Bacon Explosion

Burnt Finger BBQ

From Kansas City to the Home Shopping Network, Burnt Finger BBQ has explored new markets in 2018. With the launch of pre-cooked chicken drumsticks and the pitmasters’ famous bacon explosion, you can give the gift of BBQ all year long.

Price: $39.99-69.99.

Click here to shop.

Click here to learn more about the Burnt Finger journey.

KC Shave Co. Kits

The days of disposable and over-priced razor blades are over, said the founders of KC Shave Co. who hope to make the shave club model more affordable.

Price: Gift sets start under $60.00.

Click here to shop.

Click here to learn more about KC Shave Co.

Untamed Supply Co. Lumberjack Gift Set

Know a rugged man who likes a little ambiance? Untamed Supply Co. — a social enterprise that donates three percent of sales to national parks — has you covered with their lumberjack gift set.

Price: $49.00

Click here to shop.

Gifts for Her

Untamed Supply Co. Lumberjill Gift Set

Looking for the perfect gift for a nature loving, thrill seeking, gal in your life? Untamed Supply Co.  — a social enterprise that donates three percent of sales to national parks — has your back with their lumberjill gift set.

Price: $49.00

Click here to shop.

My Girl Story

My Girl Movement Girl Tee

Empowerment is a gift all its own, said Jasmine Diane Cooper, founder of the My Girl Movement. The Girl. tee helps spread the message!

Price: $26.00

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Click here to learn more about the My Girl Movement.

Surly Bird Boutique Amelia Earhart Tote

A daily reminder to be tenacious. That’s the goal of the Amelia Earhart tote by Lawrence based Surly Bird Boutique — a one stop shop for women.

Price: $35

Click here to shop the boutique’s Etsy shop or to make a custom order.

Nickel & Suede Earrings

Quality pieces that fit your every day style. Nickel & Suede’s lightweight, leather earrings are gaining national popularity. Headquartered and made in Kansas City, the company specializes in creating statement pieces that stand the test of time.

Price: $20-40

Click here to shop.

Mer-Sea Perfumes

Born from a love of travel, the founders of Mer-Sea perfumes hope their scents take you on an everyday journey.

Price: $28

Click here to shop.

Want more gift suggestions? Click here for Startland’s other Make KC Gift Again ideas: kids, KC pride and stocking stuffers.

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