Online shopping is the perfect way to test how far you can go being local , bloggers say . Examples : ` ` You have extra time to research , and ... flexibility in what you choose to buy '' Kids can be hard to shop for because they often want electronics , licensed toys . Motivated by a desire to boost the domestic economy or doubts over outsourcing , some Americans are making an effort to shop local for holiday gifts this year . Check up at Target , Wal - Mart for beauty products , paper goods made in U.S. , some say .
Online shopping is the perfect way to test how far you can go being local , bloggers say . Examples : ` ` You have extra time to research , and ... flexibility in what you choose to buy '' Kids can be hard to shop for because they often want electronics , licensed toys . Check up at Target , Wal - Mart for beauty products , paper goods made in U.S. , some say .