If you are a diehard Kansas City sports fan, you know you can pick up some great souvenirs at the K, Arrowhead or Children’s Mercy Park. But if you are looking for a unique KC sports souvenir from a locally-owned company, here are some ideas for the whole family!
Farmdog Studios
Farmdog Studios has a variety of unique and artistic products for your home or office, including these KC sports-themed wooden bricks and pillows. The bricks are an affordable $20, and you can choose from baseball, football or soccer themes. Pillow covers are $35 ($50 with pillow insert) and are available in baseball or football themes. Find these and other great Kansas City home goods and apparel at www.farmdogstudios.com or local shops 5B & Co., Stick Sisters in Hawthorne Plaza or at Made in KC.
Sock101
Another local company, Sock 101, features distinctive socks for men, women and children. In addition to the Crowned Tin Pack ($35) to show your Royals pride, the Derrick ($12) for Chiefs fans, and the Peter ($12) for Sporting KC supporters, Sock101 has many different styles and colors representing local professional and college teams. Check out their designs and gift packs at www.sock101.com and many local retailers.
The Night the World Turned Royal Blue
The little Royals fan in your life needs a copy of the book The Night the World Turned Royal Blue, by Jason Sivewright. Parents and kids alike will love this retelling of the 2014 wild card game with its beautiful illustrations and clever rhymes. Look for a sequel featuring the 2015 season, too! You can purchase this book at many online bookstores, as well as locally at Made in KC.
Freelance Clothing
Based in Kansas City, MO, Freelance Clothing features super soft t-shirts with simple and artistic designs. Check out the Crown, the Shield and the Arrowhead shirts for the whole family, ranging in price from $24 to $42. You can find their line of Kansas City-themed apparel at www.freelanceclothing.com or at a few local shops, including Made in KC and the Garment District.
5B & Co. Candlemakers
This charming candle shop located in Brookside pours their own candles and features more than 175 scents and a variety of gifts and décor for the home. Royals fans will want to check out the “Be Royal” votives that feature a leather glove and grass turf scent. The Chiefs fan should pick up their barbecue-scented red and gold candles! Check them out at http://www.5bandcobrookside.com/.
Made in KC
For more locally made Kansas City sports souvenirs and products, visit Made in KC at one of their two locations (Prairiefire and Briarcliff) or online at www.madeinkc.co/. In addition to many of the products featured here, you will find more than 60 different local artists and makers represented, including the sellers of these cute coasters and adorable Moose onesie. KC Coaster Set by Coasters to Coasters ($30) (photo at top of article). KC Swagger Moose Onesie ($30).
Sara Keenan lives in Brookside with her family, where she proudly cheers on the Royals and enjoys shopping locally.