Not sure what to buy your friends and family this holiday season? Before you head out of town for your annual shopping trip, try looking locally instead – chances are, the perfect gift can be found practically in your backyard. Take a look at these fantastic finds, courtesy of Dublin shops.

For the Family
A perfect gift and a centerpiece, the Starry Sleighride with dipped pineapple from Edible Arrangements arrives in Santa’s sleigh and includes a bouquet of juicy strawberries, grapes, honeydew and cantaloupe. Chocolate-coated pineapple stars and daisies complete this juicy eye-catcher. $87, 6391 Sawmill Rd., 614-793-0800, www.ediblearrangements.com  

For the Collector
Few holiday-themed gifts are as extravagant as a Christopher Radko ornament. The Morgan House is the only full Christopher Radko dealer in the Columbus area. Radko pieces are lined with silver and give off a unique shine, and they’re not mass reproduced. Starting at $45, 5300 Glick Rd., 614-889-5703, www.morganhse.com  

For Pitter-Pattering Little Feet
Babies can be tricky to shop for. Go the safe route and get a customized gift basket from Blankets and Booties in Dublin. The items are arranged in a white wicker basket and include gender-specific clothing, contents of your choice and a personalized gift card. Starting at $75, 82 S. High St., 614-889-6303, www.blanketsandbooties.com  

For the Jewelry Fan
Create a memorable experience for your loved one with a charming Pandora bracelet from Simply Rr’s at Tuttle Mall. Pandora creates classically modern bracelets with more than 800 charms available to capture life’s moments. Bracelets can be assembled with signature colors, diamonds, gemstones or glass, and are made of sterling silver or 14-carat gold. Starting at $25, 5043 Tuttle Crossing Blvd., 614-734-0505

For the Holiday Culinarian
It just wouldn’t be Christmas without the fruitcake. The Sisters Sweet Shoppe in Dublin makes Grandma's Fabulous Fruitcakes with rum, bourbon, brandy, real fruit and select nuts. New offerings include dark or milk chocolate-covered fruitcakes. $27.95-$52.95, 45 N. High St., 614-761-1118, www.thesisterssweetshoppe.com  

For Dublin Residents
Get a historical look at Dublin with Dublin’s Journey, a four-color coffee table book chronicling the community’s history. The hardcover book, which is sold by the City of Dublin, details historical happenings from the community’s inception to modern-day events and traditions. $20.10, 614-410-4545, www.dublin.oh.us/200  

For the Comedian
Sure to inspire laughs with all ages, Roffle Mates at Z Bearla’s put traditional stuffed animals to shame. These motion-activated creatures roll around on the floor and cackle delightfully. Roffle Mates come in a variety of critters, from dogs to pigs and more. $21.95, 68 S. High St., Dublin, 614-760-7066

For the Aspiring Dancer
Kids who want to learn how to dance will love the holiday gift packages available at Dublin Dance Centre & Gymnastics. Gift givers can customize a gift certificate to pay for a month’s worth of lessons or simply for a few class sessions. Dublin Dance can also customize the certificate’s presentation with a dance bag, tutu and more. Prices vary, 2665 Farmers Rd., 614-761-2882, www.dublindance.com  

For the Quirky Entertainer
These cheese and cracker serving trays from Generation Green are handmade in Columbus from recycled bottles and glass and ceramic beads. Each tray is paired with a matching hand-beaded spreader. $29.99-$34.99, 6375 Sawmill Rd., 614-761-2222, www.generationgreenstore.com  

For Candle Lovers
Inspired by 14th and 15th century designs, these beautiful Juliska tea lights and bud vases from Thalia & Dahlia are handmade in the hills outside of Prague. As a set or given individually, they bring class to any home. $45 each, 113 S. High St., 614-336-8582

For the Seamstress
Take your passion for sewing wherever you go with the rolling tote from Red Rooster Quilts. These sewing machine carriers are quilted with a patchwork design that features a variety of colors and patterns. $189.99, 48 Corbins Mill Dr., 614-734-9007, www.redroosterquilts.com  

For Sweater People
The Charlotte Tarantola holiday sweater at Le Flair Boutique will warm hearts and bodies while keeping the wearer fashionable. $125, 241 W. Bridge St., 614-764-8508

For the Luxe-aholic
Dress for the holiday season and look like a million bucks with the Biscotti Christmas dress from Create. The dress combines netting and satin and is topped off with rosettes and rhinestones near the collar, for a lavish look. $139, 13 S. High St., 614-764-7640, www.createatdublin.com  

For the Girls Day/Night Out
Escape the cold with a cup of tea at Biddie’s Coach House in the Dublin Historic District. Biddie’s offers custom Victorian tea services, which feature three tiers of sandwiches, fruit, scones and plenty of tea for you and your party. $18.95 per person, 76 S. High St. 614-764-9359, www.biddies.com  

For the Charmer
Accessorize your holidays with a Brighton charm bracelet from Bliss. The Christmas and holiday-specific charms, from snowmen to sleighs, would make even the frostiest heart jolly. $85, 4345 W. Dublin-Granville Rd., 614-761-1077, www.blissgiftshop.com  

For Scarlet and Grey Supporters
Put down the foam fingers and your favorite jerseys and put on the lovely block “O” charm from Audacious Boutique. The charm is crafted from clear, red and grey crystals. Even that “school up North” would be jealous of this item. $75, 4365 W. Dublin-Granville Rd., www.audaciousboutique.com  

For the Needle-and-Thread Crowd
Needlepoint enthusiasts will enjoy a zippered gift tote from What’s The Point? needlepoint shop. The tote comes with a hand-painted needlepoint canvas and the fibers to complete the work. Prices vary, 126 S. High St., 614-717-9008, www.whatsthepoint.biz