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Still hunting for the perfect gifts? Montgomery is brimming with local shops, boutiques, and makers offering unique finds, handcrafted treasures, and festive treats. Support small businesses this season and discover something special right in your own backyard!

🎁 Unique Gifts & Local Treasures

Things We Like
📍 1617 Graham St STE 101, Montgomery, AL 36106
A beloved local boutique offering curated gifts, décor, and accessories — perfect for holiday gift shopping.

Southern Art & Makers Collective
📍 1228 Madison Ave, Montgomery, AL 36107
Local art, handmade jewelry, pottery, candles, and more created by Montgomery artists — ideal for one‑of‑a‑kind gift ideas.

SAC's Gallery
📍 529 S Perry St #14, Montgomery, AL 36104
Art, pottery, jewelry and prints — great for artistic and meaningful gifts.

AfriAmeri Gift Shop
📍 105 S Court St, Montgomery, AL 36104
A unique space with African‑inspired gifts and cultural items for distinctive holiday ideas.

Goat Hill Museum Store
📍 S Union St, Montgomery, AL 36104
Great for Montgomery souvenirs and themed gifts that celebrate our city’s history.

Tours of Montgomery
📍 353 S Jackson St, Montgomery, AL 36104
Souvenirs and local keepsakes from favorite Montgomery tours — fun gifts for visitors or new neighbors.

Junktiques Market
📍 100 Knollwood Blvd, Montgomery, AL 36117
Vintage, eclectic finds and gifts with personality — perfect for treasure hunters.

🛍️ Charming Boutique & Gift Shops

Periwinkle Distinctive Gifts
📍 8193 Vaughn Rd, Montgomery, AL 36116
A local favorite for special occasion gifts and keepsakes.

Embellish
📍 8111 Vaughn Rd, Montgomery, AL 36116
Personalized and monogrammed gift ideas — great for custom holiday presents.

Candle Cabin
📍 8135 Vaughn Rd, Montgomery, AL 36116
Candles and cozy décor — perfect for stocking stuffers or hostess gifts.

The Shoppes boutique and gifts
📍 401 Coliseum Blvd, Montgomery, AL 36109
Beautiful boutique selections with a local touch.

7Shadows Market
📍 425 Coliseum Blvd, Montgomery, AL 36109
A market‑style gift and artisan destination with handcrafted goods.

Bubba Co
📍 11650 US‑80, Montgomery, AL 36117
Fun and unique novelty and gift items that make memorable presents.

🌸 Gift Baskets, Flowers & Specialty Items

Caffco Floral Outlet
📍 3561 Wetumpka Hwy, Montgomery, AL 36110
Flower arrangements and holiday baskets — a classic, thoughtful gift.

Priester's Pecans - Holiday Store
📍 6858 Eastchase Pkwy, Montgomery, AL 36117
Holiday treats, gift boxes, and Southern favorites that are perfect for festive food lovers.

Rosemont Gardens
📍 2210 Rosemont Pl, Montgomery, AL 36106
Beautiful holiday floral gifts and arrangements.

🎄 From unique local finds to festive floral gifts, Montgomery has everything you need to make this holiday season extra special.

From finding the perfect local gifts to discovering cozy spaces for holiday gatherings, Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professionals know Montgomery inside and out. Let us help you find the home that’s just right for your holiday celebrations and beyond.

📞 Call 334-834-1500 to explore your options today!
🌐 Visit homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com to start your journey.

✨ Let The Hat Team help you make this holiday season—and every season—feel like home!

Ahh…Christmas in Montgomery. From twinkling lights along Cloverdale’s historic streets to festive gatherings around town, it’s a season filled with joy—and sometimes, a little too much hustle. Shopping, cooking, hosting, decorating…it can all feel overwhelming fast.

But here’s the truth: the holiday season is meant to be peaceful, meaningful, and full of moments you actually enjoy. By simplifying your plans and embracing a little minimalism, you can soak in the beauty of Christmas without burning yourself out.

Here are some easy holiday tips to help you keep the season calm, bright, and enjoyable:

🎁 Follow the Three-Gift Rule

If you’re tired of overspending and wrapping until midnight, try gifting each person:

• One thing they want
• One thing they need
• One surprise

It keeps the focus on quality over quantity and saves time, money, and stress.

🎄 Keep Your Tree Simple

You don’t have to hang every ornament you own! Pick your favorites and let your tree shine—literally. If you have multiple bins of décor, rotate them each year. There is beauty in simplicity, and less decorating means more time for fun traditions.

✨Don’t Feel Pressured to Be “Extra”

It’s easy to get caught up in trying to impress neighbors or out-decorate your Instagram feed. But a lovely tree, a wreath on the front door, and a few meaningful touches are all you really need to make your home feel magical.

🍪Give Edible or Experience-Based Gifts

Friends and neighbors will love homemade treats—or skip the clutter altogether and give:

• Tickets to a local show
• Dinner at a favorite Montgomery restaurant
• A spa day
• A fun class or day trip

Gifts that create memories last far longer than things we end up storing in closets.

🍬 Go Easy on the Stockings

Keep stocking stuffers simple—candy, socks, lip balm, small treats. If it can’t hang without falling, you’ve gone too far!

🎅 Try Secret Santa for Big Groups

Large families and friend groups can quickly get expensive and stressful. A Secret Santa exchange lets you buy one thoughtful gift instead of many, and everyone still gets something special.

🚿Only Decorate the Spaces You Use Most

Skip the holiday shower curtain and focus on the living room, kitchen, or wherever your family gathers most. If decorating your whole home brings joy, great! But if not, keep it simple and stress-free.

💫Don’t Strive for Perfection

Holiday influencers, Pinterest boards, and perfectly curated photos can make us feel like our holiday isn’t “enough.” But perfect is overrated. Choose the traditions you enjoy—whether that’s baking cookies with the kids, watching movies, or driving through Montgomery’s Christmas light displays.

🎄Delegate (Seriously—Delegate!)

You don’t have to do everything yourself.

• Let older kids decorate the tree.
• Make holiday dinners potluck-style.
• Ask your spouse to do the grocery pickup.
  When everyone pitches in, the entire season feels lighter.

🕐Protect Your Time & Say No When Needed

Your time is valuable. If an event doesn’t bring joy, you don’t have to attend. Say no without guilt—you’re saying yes to peace.

🤗Be Compassionate

Small acts of kindness—checking on a neighbor, donating to a local charity, or helping someone in need—can bring more joy than anything under the tree.

🦌Enjoy a Peaceful, Joyful Christmas Season

Whether you're celebrating in your Montgomery home or preparing to start fresh in a new one, remember: the holiday season should bring peace, not pressure. Keep things simple, focus on what matters, and savor the moments that make this time of year magical.

Wishing you a calm, bright, and beautifully simple Christmas season! 🎄✨

🎄 Make Your Holidays Merry & Bright with a New Home!🎄

If you’re dreaming of buying or selling a home this season, let Sandra Nickel and her Hat Team of Professionals guide you every step of the way. Whether it’s finding the perfect cozy space for holiday gatherings or selling your home to start a new chapter, they’ve got you covered!

📞 Call 334-834-1500 today and explore your options!
🌐 Visit homesforsaleinmontgomeryalabama.com for more information.

✨ Make your holiday season stress-free—let the Hat Team help make your real estate dreams come true!

1 Million Reasons to Buy a Home

There are 1,072,417 homes for sale right now! Click the image below to watch a short video, then let's connect to find the one you are looking for in our local Montgomery market. 

Midtown Montgomery real estate sales statistics for November 2025 show the number of homes sold stayed the same when compared to November 2024.  The average sales price increased by 3.9%, and the median sales price decreased by 3.2%. Market times increased by 14 days. 

Midtown Montgomery	November 2025	November 2024
Homes Sold	31	31
Average Selling Price	$239,039	$230,052
Median Selling Price	$192,500	$199,000
Days On The Market	112	98
Highest Selling Price	$1,075,000	$530,000
Lowest Selling Price	$10,000	$15,000

 

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Information is provided by the Montgomery Area Association of Realtors and is deemed accurate but not guaranteed.