ANNUAL KANSAS HOLIDAY

Shopping List #2


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On behalf of the 140+ businesses listed below, thank you for shopping Kansas. You make a difference for these home-grown businesses with every purchase you make. It's a list that can be used year round!


This annual online shopping list of Kansas products is put together by the Inman-based Kansas Sampler Foundation. Our mission is to preserve and sustain rural culture. We hope this makes your holiday shopping easier and more enjoyable!

The list is divided alphabetically into the following categories and

NEW PRODUCTS FOUND AT THE BOTTOM OF THE PAGE:


Apparel * Art * Bookstores * Candles/Personal Care * Coffee *

* Food Products * Gifts * Jewelry * Other * Wine * NEW

APPAREL Hats, woven wear, t-shirts

Perfectly Posh Boutique, Kingman


Specializing in game-day and special event apparel.

The Shephard's Studio, Phillipsburg


Beautiful hand made woven wraps, jewelry, purses and custom orders.

Hatman Jacks, Wichita


For over four decades, this iconic shop has been helping people find the perfect hat. Located in the historic Delano district.

Hats by Grizz, New Almelo


Lil Grizz, the hat maker, is a legend of the old west come to life. For decades he has been making hats just as they did in the 1800s.

A Little Hometown Shirt, Courtland


Shirts made in America, designed and silk screened in a "little hometown!"

Kinfolk Created, Basehor


Their brand offers premium quality Kansas apparel and small goods rooted in local history.

Shortgrass Studios, Weskan


Lissa Sexson is a "do it all" mom of three and came up with these cool t-shirt designs of the Arikaree Breaks, Mt. Sunflower and Kansas themed shirts.

ART Fine art, ceramics, metal decor, photography, wearables, and wood.

Brianna Woelmer Art, Vassar


Brianna works primarily in acrylics and watercolors to paint Kansas landscapes, pet portraits, and nursery art. Find prints of her fine art, note cards, and original works in her Etsy shop.

Carol Long Pottery,

Stafford County


Exquisitely crafted tiles and decorative pottery.

David Drew Productions, Wichita


David Drew is a native Kansas nature photographer capturing the unique and disappearing vistas of the prairie ecosystem.

Friesen Art, McPherson


Daisy Friesen's pottery is handmade either on a potter's wheel or with slabs. Mugs and designs are "inspired by the plant life around her Kansas home." 

Gallery Mostaza, Harper


Isaac and Karina Shue, ceramic artists, provide big-city art in a small town setting. The two have their work displayed in private collections and galleries across the United States.

House of Sharp, Wichita


"From graphic design to mechanical engineering, between the two of us, we will do everything in our power to turn your cool idea into reality."

Keith Stokes Photography,

Lenexa


Photographs from the state of Kansas and around the world. Prints, greeting cards, clothing, face masks, jigsaw puzzles, coffee cups, tote bags, phone

cases and much more.

Lincoln Art Center, Lincoln


Looking for handmade Harry Potter wands? How about exquisite perfume oil bottles? Visit this online shop to see these Kansas made items and much more.


Maples Woodworking, Coffeyville


Scott Maples is known for his Kansas shaped cutting boards made from native lumber milled locally. He can laser engrave them with sunflowers, wheat stalks, buffalo, city names and our state name.

Mickey Shannon, Kansas is Beautiful, Wichita 


“From the rolling Flint Hills to the towering chalk pyramids of Monument Rocks, Kansas has both obvious and hidden beauty. I created Kansas is Beautiful as 

a way to showcase all the travels I have made in my home state of Kansas.”

Phoenix Gallery, Lawrence


Fnd a variety of Kansas artists products online at Phoenix Gallery.


Prairie Oak Designs, Florence


Metal décor and signs that will add a classic vintage touch to your home.

Red Barn Studio, Lindsborg


The Red Barn Studio is filled with Lester Raymer’s famous art and handiwork. Find his iconic art reproduced on cards, posters, prints and t-shirts at the museum's online store. 

Robin Valenzuela Art,

Garden City


Find Robin's delightful and colorful artwork is the perfect gift for art lovers. Find original or digital contemporary art on many products on her Zazzle site.

"See Kansas” Art Project, Lawrence


"The "See Kansas" Art Project organized nine artists from across the state to create artworks that celebrate wonderful, iconic Kansas sites. Using the style and channeling the spirit of the beloved WPA-era National Parks posters."

Small World Gallery / Jim Richardson Photography,

Lindsborg


Fine art prints, cards, and posters from National Geographic photographer Jim Richardson. You’ll also find Maruca handbags, scarves, notebooks, tea towels and artwork by local artists.

Stucky Wood, Wichita


Alan Stucky is a pastor by trade but "likes to have some fun in the woodshop from time to time. Some of his more popular pieces are the animal puzzles.

Sunflower Metal Designs, Buhler


We are a small family farm outside of Buhler where we create and design original metal art such as scripture verses, inspirational wall art & nativities.

Switchgrass, Wichita


An artists’ not for profit cooperative sells artwork created by local artists, offer classes and community events, and manage an art thrift store..

The Art of Kary Zweygardt,

St. Francis


Expressing the quiet beauty of Kansas through watercolor and pencil.

The Konza Press, Wichita


The Konza Press showcases the people, places and rich traditions of the Great Plains through the work of native artists, writers and photographers. They produce popular gift-books, greeting cards and other products.

This Little Light Laser Designs, Inman


Beautiful, handmade home decor with custom laser engravings.

Trox Gallery, Emporia


Trox Gallery bridge the gap between hobby and profession, interest and passion. Visit their site to shop a wide variety of art and gifts.

BOOKS Find Kansas books online in these independently-owned bookstores.

CANDLES /

PERSONAL CARE

Beauty by Jae, Norton


Jaelyn Rumback, created Beauty by Jae in 2018 when she was just an 8th grader! Jaelyn creates homemade, rejuvenating body products that leave you and your skin feeling brand new.

Black Canyon Home & Body, Moundridge


Scot and Angie Hagerman make hand crafted body lotions, hand-sanitizer, perfumes, bath salts, shampoo and other hair and body products.

Blue Collar Suds, Ellinwood


The soap is created by using a vegetable soap base. Made with pumice to quickly cut down grime and grease, formulated with ingredients that hold long-lasting fragrance that smell good and create a rich lather.

Fire Lake Soapery, Paola


"Fire Lake Soapery is an all-natural soap and skin care company creating products in small batches to insure purity. We use highest quality ingredients, rich oils, pure essential oils and plant based colorants."

Goat Milk Soap Store, Ottawa


"Every product and every package is made by our hands here on our farm. From the animal care, animal birthing, milking, making, packaging and labeling; our hands do it all."

Kansas Earth & Sky Candles, Ellinwood


Soy candles, soy wax melts, room and linen sprays are hand-poured with hand-dipped incense. Other exclusive products will help make your space smell wonderful!

Last Stop Acres Goat Milk Soap, Ellinwood


A family business raising goats has turned into a soap production venture.

Magnolia Scents by Design,

Independence


You’ll have a hard time choosing from the huge variety and fragrances of candles, oil and body care products. 

Prairie Fire Candles, Paxico


Handmade candles, olive oil lamps, personal care, matches and more. Some of their candle scents include Ad Astra, Bluestem and Santa Fe Trail.

Reed's Bees, Quinter


The Reeds use their raw honey and naturally grown herbs to produce products to help relieve different skin ailments. 

Willow Tree, Pittsburg


Everything is locally hand made in small batches using as many local ingredients as possible. Inventory includes specialty soaps, handwoven home decor, bath and body items, handmade jams & jellies, and more.

COFFEE

Blacksmith Coffee Roastery, Lindsborg


A family-owned coffee shop and roasting company located in “Little Sweden USA.”

Cathedral Roast, Hays


"We've married our passion for freshly roasted coffee with our love of Ellis County heritage. Cathedral Roast celebrates both with craft-roasted, small batch whole bean coffee that can only be described as heavenly."


Coffeyville Coffee, Coffeyville


It seems natural that Coffeyville, Kansas should have their own coffee, right? Coffeyville Coffee's mission is "to retell the stories of Coffeyville while bringing people together over a truly memorable cup of coffee."

Fresh Seven Coffee, St. Francis


When it comes to roasting, they do it small. Roasting only 3.8 lbs per batch fits perfectly with Heidi and Kale's strict stance on freshness. No coffee is ever sold past seven days from roasting. After all...Fresh is their first name!

Signet Coffee, Pittsburg


"With this special full-bodied holiday blend, you’ll experience floral, earthy, nutty and fruity flavors with pleasant chocolatey after tones. It goes great with cheer, gingerbread cookies and thoughts of sugarplums dancing in your head."

Terebinth Coffee House & Roastery, Coffeyville


Coffee beans from Anthem Coffee in Kansas City are used to achieve great results by overseeing each phase of roasting process. Several blends and single origins are offered and they are always trying new ones!

The Spice Merchant, Wichita


Housed in the Historic Mentholatum Building, coffee, tea and spices have been sold here since 1980.










FOOD Beverages, baked goods, candy, cheese, condiments, flour/pasta, honey, meat, nuts, seasonings, snacks, variety


Beverages

Louisburg Cider Mill, Louisburg


Louisburg Cider Mill is famous for their apple cider, fruit butter and Lost Trail soda, including root beer.

Baked Goods

Jude’s Rum Cake, Lenexa


"This is an excellent gift for the person that has everything – foodies, executives, celebrities, musicians, and people who appreciate the finer things in life."

"Let it Rise" Bread Mix, Hays


“Mixed and packaged in Hays, this bread mix only needs a can of soda or beer added to turn into something truly delicious. With a variety of flavors like Dill, Garlic, Sweet, and Jalapeno, it’s hard to pick just one.”

Prairy Market & Deli, Newton


Well known for their tasty pfeffernusse, wholesome foods and Kansas products.

Strawberry Hill Povitica, Merriam


Povitica is a European hand-made sweet bread. Choose from twelve flavors including English Walnut, Strawberry, Poppy Seed and Lemon Cream.

Candy

Fantastical Droppings, Shawnee


This daddy-daughter company loves poop jokes and giving back to their community. Flagship brands are Unicorn Ass Candy and Troll Turds. Both are the same delicious strawberry Australian style licorice. Fantastical Droppings is for the "Little Squirts that Make Your Life Complete(tm)"

Sweet Granada, Emporia


Truffles, assorted chocolates, and the ever-popular pop-choc (chocolate drizzled popcorn).

Cheese

Alma Cheese, Alma


For over 75 years, Alma Cheese has been making traditional cheese with Flint Hills milk. Known for their cheese curds!

Grazing Plains Farm, Newton


Jason processes their rich Jersey cow milk into artisanal cheeses. The farm also sells raw milk and grass fed meat.

Jason Wiebe Dairy, Durham


Award-winning cheese made on the Jason Wiebe Dairy farm in rural Marion County.

Stumpy’s Smoked Cheese, Topeka


Stumpy's is owned and operated by the Cook family located in North Topeka.

Condiments

Black Dog Salsa, Emporia


All products are made with the freshest ingredients-- no frozen bagged store bought fruits.

Bruce’s Bullseye Farms, Augusta


Find homemade jams, jellies, dessert, bread and dip mixes, bbq sauce and sunflower seed mixes.


Grandma Horner's, Alma


No matter what dish you plan to make, Grandma Hoerner's famous pie fillings, savory sauces, fruit spreads, and more are here to impress your taste buds.

Grannie's Homemade Mustard, Newton


It's the only mustard Marci Penner uses. Nine flavors all made from a family mustard secret recipe.

Holmes-Made Salsa,, Wichita


Holmes-Made Salsa is an extension of Holmes Produce, a family produce business established in 1924.

Spicin Foods, Kansas City


Spicin Foods has been crafting one-of-a-kind sauces, marinades, and salsas for palettes of all preferences for more than 20 years. Known for their extreme hot sauce, “Da’Bomb.”

Flour / Pasta

Helmuth Bakery, Hutchinson


Helmuth Country Bakery was founded in 1980 and is renowned for their homemade noodles and seasoning. Other popular items include their peppernuts, snickerdoodles, cotton candy and brownies.

Hudson Cream Flour, Hudson


Hudson Cream Flour is for the home baker. It is made using a "short patent" milling process, a process in which the wheat is ground more times and sifted with finer-meshed sieves than in standard milling.

Nu Life Market, Scott City


"We grow, mill, and package a variety of gluten free sorghum grains into flours, brans, grains.

Queen Marie Gluten Free, Wathena



Artisanal gluten-free foods without the worry of cross-contamination. Each hand-chosen ingredient and taste-tested recipe is created using exclusive gluten-free flour blends.

Honey

Anthony's Beehive, Lawrence


"What makes this business unique is that Anthony was born with developmental disabilities. Anthony has turned his love for bees into a chance to support himself."

Hillside Honey, Easton


Hillside Honey is a family and veteran- owned bee farm located in Kansas. We offer local raw unfiltered honey, infused and creamed honey, and a whole host of personal care products.


Ioway Bee Farm, Kansas City


Founded in 2017, the Ioway Bee Farm, owned and operated by the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska, offers raw honey, creamed honey, lotion bars, lip balms and beeswax candles.

Kelly's Bees, Strong City


A family-owned business located in the heart of the Flint Hills in Chase County. They like to call their pure, raw honey, "Flint Hills Liquid Gold."


Next to Nature Farm, Tonganoxie


"We are a small, family-owned farm offering raw, pure, and natural honey; beekeeping supplies; and small-batch beeswax skin care products."

Meat

Luther's Smoke House, LeRoy


Started in 1974, Martin Luther started making beef jerky as a hobby but demand grew and so did his business. Brad Penkey bought the business in 2012 and continues making the beef jerky everyone loves.

Pat's Beef Jerky, Liebenthal


Under new ownership but still doing it Pat's way, Chris and Dana Schumacher strive to make the best beef jerky in Western Kansas including regular, peppered, hot and teriyaki beef jerky, as well as their famous beef sticks.

Brant's Market, Lucas


Homemade on site, Brant's Market Ring Bologna and Smoked Sausages are crafted from the same recipes James Brant brought with him from Czechoslovakia. Generations of customers have enjoyed these items and more since the store's opening in 1922.

Joe's Kansas City Barbecue, Kansas City


The USA Today called Joe’s ribs the “Tastiest Ribs in America” and now you can order online! Don’t forget the sauce!

Graze the Prairie, Latham


Shop for high quality beef, lamb and poultry plus cheese, summer sausage, bundled boxes and even dog treats!

Schenker Family Farms McCune


From meats to handmade preserves to doggie treats, buy from this family farm operation!

Nuts

Duck Nuts & Duck Salt, Louisburg


Carrying on the product created and made famous by the late Matt Deighton of Greensburg. Duck Nuts are roasted peanuts seasoned with his Famous Duck Salt Seasoning.

Nifty Nut House, Wichita


The Nifty Nut House established 1937 is still a family-owned business that is known far and wide for their huge selection of nuts and candy. Now you can order online and enjoy giving treating yourself and others!

Prothe’s Pecans, Paola


"Prothe's Pecans is a small pecan farm. We sell improved varieties of pecans. Our favorites are Kanza and Pawnee."

The Little Nut Hut, Yates Center


Order a tin of honey or cinnamon roasted nuts!

Popcorn

Cashmere Popcorn, Topeka


Since 2013, Bill and Angie’s goal is to create a high-quality product in every handcrafted batch of popcorn.

Free Day Popcorn, Belleville


In 2015, Nate and Stacey Freitag started Free Day Popcorn Company to provide consumers with the freshest popcorn available. The company name comes from the Freitags' last name. Freitag in German is Friday or literally, "frei" = "free" and "tag" = "day".

Papa Baldy’s Popcorn, McPherson


Dwight Baldwin planted five acres of popcorn in the spring of 2017. In September 2017 the crop was harvested and the Baldwin family began marketing their popcorn under the Papa Baldy's label.

Princeton Popcorn, Princeton


We take pride in being first-generation popcorn farmers. Our ready-to-pop popcorn is naturally grown without the use of preservatives, GMO or high fructose corn syrup. This gives you a healthy, delicious and wholesome end product.

Schlegel’s Popcorn, Whiting


Since 1970, Gary and Marian Schlaegel have been growing the pop "corn" on their family farm. They now have 20 flavors.

Popt! Gourmet Popcorn, Hays


“Offering 60 gourmet flavors from Toffee Almond to Jalapeno Ranch, a gift tin of PoPt! Popcorn is sure to please. The PoPt! location in Hays is a true candy store with a wide variety of retro candies, jellybeans, and taffy, along with the frosted nuts and fudge made in-house.”

Seasoning

Olde Westport Spice, Goodland



The company’s spice blends include Italian, Cajun, Taco, Fajita, Chili, Jalapeno, Beef Sauce, Salsa, Garlic and many more. The company also invented dry soup mixes.

Smokehouse Seven, Salina


Shannon Luthi has a passion for creating exceptional flavors to enhance your favorite dishes. All of the products are smoked over real wood. Try Apple Smoked Sea Salt, Coco Coffee Beef Rub, Whiskey Oak Smoked Salt and if you can't decide from their 14 products, they offer a sampler pack!

Snacks

Perry's Pork Rinds, Bronson



Each batch is freshly popped once per week, hand seasoned and out to the customer within 48 hours after popping. Fresh is always best! Free shipping if ordering 6 or more bags.

Sunflower Food Co., Lenexa


Know someone in your life that needs some Critter Poop? Just writing that made us laugh. If you're not in the market for that you can find Rainbow Sunny Seeds, Tallgrass Toffee and other yummy snacks and mixes.



Variety

Shop Kansas Farms, Manhattan


This is your one-stop shopping market for farm to table products. You'll be amazed at the amount of places you'll find fresh, healthy

food to order online using an interactive map to find what you're looking for.







FURNITURE

Bison Woodworking, Humboldt



Starting in a garage in 2006, Bison Woodworking was a one-man show, turning out beautiful and unique kitchen islands and butcher blocks. Each one, built by hand, one at a time. Now with a small team, they can make that one-of-a-kind piece for you.


Schaffer Furniture, Jetmore


Zach started off building Early American furniture with traditional joinery and a bit

of carving but now has moved to a more

Mid-Century style.



GIFTS

Be Made Mercantile, Hays


“Our matches are functional and fun to look at. They match any occasion. That win. Your birthday. Friday. They’re vintage meets contemporary and you’re going to want them all.” These unique matches are created by Be Made Mercantile in downtown Hays

Christmas Ornament, Hays


“Bethesda Place is a Christian home in Hays for men with disabilities. The men of Bethesda take pride in their woodworking crafts and usually offer their items for sale around the holiday season. You can find this ornament year-round at the Welcome Center at 2700 Vine Street.”

From the Land of Kansas,

Manhattan


The From the Land of Kansas program works to promote and support Kansas farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses that grow, raise or manufacture agriculture products or products for agriculture use. You'll find a wide variety of products made right here in our state including non-food and food products, gift baskets and gift certificates.

Kansas Oil Museum, El Dorado


Kansas Oil Museum is the one of the largest museums in the state with a focus on the history of America's early 20th-century oil industry. They boast a large selection of gifts from their online gallery.

Kansas Originals, Wilson


Kansas Originals Market and Gallery showcases the fine art, folk art, exquisite crafts, and food products of over 200 Kansans—the largest selection found anywhere.

Kansas Sampler Foundation, Inman


Your purchase of Kansas Sampler Foundation merchandise helps support projects that sustain rural communities. Choose from their award-winning guidebook, t-shirts, cooler bag and travel blanket. 

Kansas State Historical Museum Store, Topeka


Find a wide variety of Kansas made products and souvenirs.

A popular item is the Capitol Copper jewelry made from the capitol dome that was replaced

in 2013.

Kauffman Museum Store,

North Newton


Featured items include: bison exhibit and Kauffman Museum

t-shirts, Charles Kauffman books, Bob Regier bird cards, and aprons, totes and tea towels with artwork from the Mennonite Immigrant Furniture collection.

The Quilted Heart, Highland


Marie Lamb offers hand made cosmetic bags, checkerboard sets and quilts. "The cosmetic bags are a nice size to organize anything you want, make-up, school supplies, electronic cords, etc.

JEWELRY

Ibis Jewelry, Lindsborg



IBIS Jewelry designers Kathy Richardson and Briana Zimmerling find inspiration in the gallery's huge, global collection of antique, vintage and contemporary beads.

Luckstruck Jewelry, McLouth


"Handmade sterling silver jewelry with a gothic Western feel. Featuring vintage glass cabochons and my signature silver roses."



OTHER Coffee Table Book, Magazine, Music, Pet Treats, Popcorn Popper, Tools, Workout Equipment


Atom Popcorn Popper, Bushton


This vintage design, stove top popcorn popper makes 2 1/2 quarts of popped corn. The conical shape and aluminum bowl allow the popcorn to be popped without stirring or shaking.

Become Stronger Industries,

Medicine Lodge


Pake McNally's mission is to "take raw, real material and create Maces and Clubs that are stronger than any other workout mace or club on the market. Add customizable plates, to add a word or quote that inspires you to work harder.

Diamond W Wranglers, Towanda


"One of the finest Western Music groups in the country makes their home in Kansas. The Diamond W (formerly the Prairie Rose Wranglers) have taken their brand across the globe."

Kansas! Magazine, Topeka


"Discover the wonders awaiting you in the heartland! Each issue of KANSAS! is individually curated by our dedicated editors to take you on a memorable journey through the Sunflower State."

Pet Delights, Topeka


Homemade natural pet treats! Special treats decorated just for the holidays.

Rogue Tools by Prohoe, Munden


Rogue Tools are handcrafted and made from recycled disc blades. The grinding, welding and sharpening are all done by hand. Hoes are used in gardens and fields. Larger blades are used to clean sidewalks, driveways, car washes, farm buildings, and more. The fire fighting/trail building tools are the newest model.

Sand Wood Levels, Neodesha


Sands Level and Tool dates back to 1895. Sold on the Kraft Tool website.

Tallgrass Express, Elmdale


Celebrate the tallgrass prairie landscape & people with “Songs of the Kansas Flint Hills” CD series by award-winning rancher-songwriter Annie Wilson, the Flint Hills Balladeer, and her Tallgrass Express String Band.

WINE

NEW PRODUCTS

Caleb McGinn Photography, Sedgwick


Fine art photographer Caleb McGinn focuses on Kansas nature, landscapes and cityscapes. Choose from options that include framed art, posters, notecards and prints.

Clayworks, Hutchinson & McPherson


“The Clayworks offers individuals with disabilities the chance for creative exploration and self-expression, crafting work with value—and they receive 100% of the proceeds from the sale of their art.”

Dulces Jewelry, Lawrence


Silversmith and art teacher Bailey Kivett designs custom necklaces, rings and bracelets to celebrate Kansas and beyond. 

Elderslie Farm, Kechi


Elderslie Farm began in 2010 when George Elder returned home and planted blackberries near his childhood home, just north of Wichita. Today, with his wife Katharine, the farm has grown to include an upscale farm-to-table restaurant, and excellent locally-made cheeses.

TR Barnard's Kansas Night Sky Calendars, Independence


Three new calendars sharing the beauty of our night skies above the canvas of Kansas landscapes. Special this year - an introduction by Kansas native Bill Kurtis, owner of the Red Buffalo Ranch where all the images for Buffalo Nights were taken.

Morning Light Kombucha, Hoyt


"An Indigenous and female owned, small batch kombucha company located in northeast Kansas. Over 80% of our ingredients are harvested by local farmers and seasonal flavors use ingredients, hand-picked in the wild."


Positively Soap & Candle Co., Manhattan


Owners, Shawnette & Darryl, are both retired veterans who make personal care products and candles using ingredients from ethical sources and no animal testing!

The Loud Cicada, Wichita


Delilah specializes in fun, whimsical art that celebrates Kansas nature, including birds and bugs. Visit this shop for art prints, gifts, stickers and more.

SHOP LIST CRITERIA


If you have questions or comments contact WenDee Rowe at [email protected].


We will do one more shopping list update on Sunday, December 3. Criteria to be on the list includes 1) Kansas product, 2) MUST have an online shopping cart. Send your shopping cart link, a high resolution picture, and a short description to WenDee and she'll notify you if you've met criteria. Books are not listed separately.

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