My Midwest is Showing

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My Christmas Is Showing

Whether you've barely grazed the surface of your Christmas list or just need one more gift for someone impossible to shop for, the My Midwest Is Showing gift guide is here. The quickest way to any Midwesterners heart is to give them something that celebrates our beloved heartland, so every item on this list is something that does just that. Go ahead and let your Midwest show this holiday season.

1. "GOD BLESS THE MIDWEST" T-SHIRT—LAKE EFFECT CO.

A true must-have for any Midwesterner. Plus, 5% of any purchase with Lake Effect Co. benefits the Alliance for the Great Lakes. 

2. MIDWEST PENNANT ENAMEL PIN—WIT & CO.

I am newly obsessed with everything from Wit & Co. Support a local designer, and help someone on your list let their Midwest flag fly.

3. WHISKEY OLD FASHIONED CANDLE—MILWAUKEE CANDLE CO.

Wisconsin's state cocktail is the Old Fashioned (not technically true, but have you read this article on Business Insider?). Enjoy one without actually drinking one. Plus, all Milwaukee Candle Co. candles are made in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

4. WI DAD CAP—THE MIDWEST COMPANY

Definitely at the top of my wishlist, this hat is such a cool way to show off your Midwestern pride.

5. CHARCOAL GOAT MILK SOAP—FERN & NETTLE

Coal for anyone on your list that's been naughty this year. All of Fern & Nettle's products are handcrafted in Milwaukee, Wisconsin too!

6. THE HOLIDAY DISPATCH—TEAK & SOXY

Let Teak & Soxy surprise you with something for...you. The Holiday Dispatch is a boxed assortment of some of Teak & Soxy's favorite holiday finds. Take a little questionnaire and they'll tailor a gift just for you.

7. STATE MAP—BEER CAP MAPS

Everyone knows Wisconsin is synonymous with beer. Let your Midwestern loved one show off their beer cap collection with a state map from Beer Cap Maps.

8. MILWAUKEE SIGN FOODS FLOUR SACK TOWEL—ORCHARD STREET APPAREL

This towel is a work of art. Give it to someone to use, or frame it! Orchard Street Apparel has tons of other cool Midwestern swag too.

9. VINTAGE—BLUE LAKE SUPPLY CO.

This perfectly curated collection of vintage goods from up north embraces Packer gear. Snag a one-of-a-kind piece for the biggest fan on your list.

10. DRINKS AT THE OUTSIDER

Treat your friends to drinks at The Outsider—Miracle, a pop-up Christmas cocktail bar will be there until December 31st. 

The Outsider is one of 51 restaurants and bars across the country hosting Miracle, the beloved Christmas pop-up bar, this holiday season. They are offering a seasonally-themed cocktail menu in a festive enchanted forest! Enter to win a $100 voucher to be redeemed at The Outsider during Miracle. Visit this Instagram to find out how to enter!

Here's to a happy holiday season! What's at the top of your wishlist? #MyMidwestIsShowing