The Hometown Christmas Shopping Guide Is Coming.
Thoughtful gifts. Festive food. Beautiful discoveries. A holiday shopping destination celebrating businesses, makers, and hometown favorites in Seagoville, Crandall, and Combine.
Christmas advertising campaign: November 24–December 25, 2026.
A little closer to home.
Preview the kinds of gifts and seasonal finds we plan to feature. The photographs are generic shopping inspiration. Participating businesses, actual products, prices, and ordering links will be published as listings are confirmed.
The Christmas Edit
A hometown guide for finding something personal, sharing something delicious, and making the season feel special.
Good gifts.
Hometown connections.
From a handmade keepsake to a holiday dessert, the best gifts begin with a little thought. Our upcoming collection will bring local shopping opportunities together in one inviting place.
Own a shop, bake seasonal treats, create custom gifts, or offer a giftable service? Introduce your holiday offer to neighbors planning their Christmas shopping.
The Thoughtful Gift Edit
These editorial category previews introduce the collection. The pictured items are inspiration and are not advertised local products or confirmed offers.
Handmade Gifts
Personal touches make memorable presents. Think custom ornaments, handcrafted accessories, personalized keepsakes, and gifts made with care.
Local makers: share what you create, your customization options, and your holiday ordering deadline.
Feature your handmade gifts ↗
Holiday Food
Bring something delicious to the celebration. Discover the possibilities of festive cookies, homemade sweets, holiday desserts, and food gifts for sharing.
Food businesses: introduce your seasonal menu, preorder information, serving sizes, and pickup arrangements.
Feature your holiday food ↗
Gifts for Her
Find inspiration in little luxuries and everyday favorites: jewelry, accessories, fragrances, boutique finds, and thoughtful ways to encourage a little relaxation.
Retailers and service providers: present a specific gift idea with clear pricing and purchasing information.
Introduce your gift idea ↗
Gifts for Him
Useful, personal, and chosen with care. Explore ideas for classic accessories, hobby favorites, practical upgrades, and gifts that fit his interests.
Local businesses: showcase an item or giftable service and explain what makes it a thoughtful choice.
Showcase your seasonal find ↗
Home & Decorations
Make room for a little Christmas magic. Wreaths, ornaments, candles, table accents, and handcrafted decorations bring warmth to the places we gather.
Shops and makers: share a seasonal collection with sizes, available options, and ordering details.
Feature your holiday collection ↗
Gift Cards
Give them something to look forward to: a favorite meal, a salon visit, a shopping trip, or a service they will appreciate long after Christmas.
Businesses offering gift cards: provide purchase options, available values, redemption details, and any restrictions.
Promote your gift cards ↗Preview photography is illustrative. Confirmed paid listings will be labeled “Sponsored” and will include merchant-supplied shopping information.
Could Your Business Be Our Christmas Spotlight?
Give neighbors a reason to discover your shop, your craft, or your holiday collection. A dedicated merchant feature introduces your business and brings several related gift ideas together.
Your approved feature includes a collection photograph, business introduction, product highlights, verified price range, and a direct shopping or ordering link.
Recruitment preview. No featured merchant has been announced in this space. Digital campaign: November 24–December 25, 2026.
Make the Season Feel Special
Simple holiday inspiration for thoughtful giving, welcoming spaces, and time together.
A Warm Welcome
Greenery, soft light, and a few carefully chosen details can make an everyday room feel ready for the holidays.
Cozy Christmas
A warm drink, a favorite treat, and a quiet moment are small pleasures worth making room for.
Wrapped With Care
A thoughtful note, a beautiful ribbon, or a reusable ornament can become part of the gift itself.
Meaningful Giving
Start with the person: their favorite things, everyday routines, and the experiences they enjoy.
Be Part of the Collection
Clear seasonal rates for Seagoville, Crandall, and Combine retailers, makers, food businesses, and service providers.
Standard Seasonal Product Feature
One-time digital campaign fee
Nov. 24–Dec. 25, 2026
- One product photograph
- Business name and product description
- Verified retail price, when applicable
- Direct shopping or ordering link
- Clear “Sponsored” labeling
Premium Featured Product
One-time digital campaign fee
Nov. 24–Dec. 25, 2026
- Prominent placement near the top of the gift collection
- Larger product photograph and presentation
- Expanded product description
- Verified price and ordering details
- Direct shopping link and “Sponsored” label
Featured Merchant Collection
One-time digital campaign fee
Nov. 24–Dec. 25, 2026
- Dedicated merchant spotlight
- Collection photograph and business introduction
- Several related seasonal product highlights
- Verified price range and shopping details
- Direct merchant link and “Sponsored” label
Exclusive Guide Presenting Sponsor
One-time digital campaign fee
Nov. 24–Dec. 25, 2026
- Exclusive presenting sponsor designation for this digital guide
- Prominent guide sponsorship acknowledgment
- Dedicated sponsor photograph and approved message
- Direct link to the sponsor’s website
- Clear sponsor identification throughout the campaign
Christmas in Print
Shop in Seagoville is planning a 3,000-copy Christmas tabloid publication alongside the online shopping guide.
Interested in reaching readers through print? Tell us in the application. Print rates, advertising specifications, publication schedule, and distribution details will be confirmed separately before booking.
Illustrative holiday photograph. The print publication is planned; this image is not a preview of its pages.
Bring Your Business to the Christmas Guide
Independent shops, local makers, home-based entrepreneurs, food businesses, and giftable service providers are invited to apply.
- Choose your package. Select the $35, $65, $95, or $249 digital option.
- Share your holiday offer. Include your business details, product information, real price, ordering contact, and holiday deadlines.
- Provide authorized photographs. Share a photo link or explain how you will supply your images after review.
- Receive booking details. Availability, materials, and payment instructions are confirmed after review.
The application opens securely in Tally in a new tab. No payment is collected by this form.
Are the photographed products available from local businesses?
These are generic editorial photographs used to introduce the upcoming collection. They do not represent confirmed participating merchants or products for sale. Approved merchant listings will provide actual photographs, prices, shopping information, and ordering deadlines.
What dates do the digital advertising packages cover?
The published 2026 Christmas Guide campaign runs from Tuesday, November 24, through Friday, December 25, 2026. Approved placements are booked for that campaign. Any later publication date must be agreed before payment.
Can a home-based business or independent maker apply?
Yes. Provide accurate business and product information, photographs you have permission to use, clear pricing, and a reliable way for customers to order. Include pickup, delivery, customization, and holiday cutoff details.
Does submitting the form reserve my space?
No. An application requests review. Placement availability, publication details, required materials, and payment instructions are confirmed separately before booking.
Does a digital package include the planned print edition?
No. Print advertising is a separate opportunity unless a written offer explicitly includes both. Select your interest in the planned 3,000-copy print edition on the Tally form to request separate details.
How will paid features be identified?
Paid product and merchant features will be labeled “Sponsored.” Presenting sponsorship will also be clearly identified. Merchants handle customer purchases, fulfillment, returns, and their published offer terms.
What should I prepare before applying?
Have your business name, contact email, community, chosen package, product or collection description, actual retail price or price range, shopping link or ordering contact, photo link or delivery plan, and holiday ordering deadlines ready.
