What to get for that hard to buy for person on your gift list? Are you looking for something that is fun, memorable, yet inexpensive? Then we have some suggestions for you.

For the person who has a great sense of humor we have the perfect suggestion for you. How about Acme in a can? This creative and fun gift can be found at Acme Mercantile for only $10. Each can is packed with goodies valued up to $35 and every can is different. W opened a can on The Lucy Ann Lance Business Insider Show and found chocolate covered ants, a whoopee cushion, a parachute toy and so much more. It was silly fun that put a smile on our faces!

Looking for something along that price point, but not quite so silly? Then how about hand made organic soaps from Michigan? You can find these at Organic Bliss along with other practical gifts starting at $8. You can help your local economy by buying local and your regional community, by buying Michigan made items. It’s another win-win option!

Or for the person who prefers to minimize their use of bags, we have the perfect suggestion for you. Pick up a Baggu at Heavenly Metal. These are made in the USA, in bright fun colors and come in three different sizes. They are compact and can fit easily into a pocket and start at $8. It’s hard to go wrong when you are giving such a practical gift.

Writing of practical gifts, anything from Great Harvest Bread Company makes a great gift. Something as simple as a six-pack of cookies, to locally made jams to gift certificates for loaves of bread will be greatly appreciated. These are a perfect solution for the person who doesn’t need more stuff.

What about folks with pets? Dogma Catmantoo carries designer collars made from hemp for cats and dogs. They are colorful, with an easy on/off closure and available in many sizes staring in the low twenties. Select form a wide variety that will depict the animal’s personality.

At Collected Works they carry a new item called Glittens. What are glittens? As you may have guessed they are a combination of a glove and a mitten. They are soft and warm and start at $30 and who doesn’t need hand warmers in this weather!

How about stocking stuffers? They are fun for all ages. We found a bouncy ball on a body that is loads of fun. You can find Gonks at Red Shoes for only $5.95. Bouncy fun for humans of all ages and pets alike.

Or Selo/Shevel Gallery has beautifully hand made glass figurines for only $3.25. They are tiny, colorful, endearing and are packaged in their own little silver box. These US made pieces are sure to big a great big hit for a tiny little price. Select from over 100 options, you can't miss here!

But, of course, the quintessential place for stocking stuffers is The Peaceable Kingdom. They have a table with 80 bins full of fun trinkets, almost all under $5 and many under $1. It’s your one stop shopping for your stocking needs!

Or right across the street at Vault of Midnight you’ll find additional stocking stuffers. They have a large collection of blind box vinyl toys. It’s a surprise in every box starting at $5. You can’t go wrong at either store.

Or for the perfect gifts for kids try Lexi’s Toybox and Elephant Ears. You’ll find beautifully made toys at Lexi’s Toybox, which prides itself by not having a battery in the store. While you are there visit the store mascot, Nathaniel and bring a carrot with you as a gift for him as all rabbits love carrots! It’s just another thing that enhances your local shopping experience!

Elephant Ears carries everything from clothing to strollers to delightful backpacks. If you are looking for a gift with distinction then this is the place to shop. You’ll leave with something unique, beautiful and memorable.

Do you have a fairy fan in your life? Would your little darling be enchanted if a member of the Ann Arbor Fairy family moved in? Then you can find doorways at 16 Hands and Red Shoes. Perhaps Santa can assist in their quietly moving in overnight. What a delightful way to awake on Christmas day!

As you can see, even for you last minute shoppers there are many options available for gifts. Remember when you support these locally owned independent stores; you are supporting your friends, family and neighbors. What a great way to find the perfect unique gift and give back to your community at the same time!