Shopping small helps you support someone’s dream, find unique gifts, and directly impacts a family. I love shopping small all year, but especially during the holiday season.
Looking for ideas? Here’s a list of small businesses to support this Christmas season!
1. Deaney Weaney Blooms
Are you thinking about gifting flowers to a loved one? How about gifting a bouquet that will never die? Deaney Weaney Blooms is a paper flower studio that makes paper flower bouquets, earrings and other home decor. I love her mental health themed products. Check out her website here!
2. Off the Leash Barkery
Do you have any doggos on your Christmas list this year? If so, look no further! Off the Leash Barkery’s treats are handcrafted with minimal ingredients that are all natural and preservative free. Plus, they are super cute! If you have any dog lovers on your list, be sure to check out her adorable accessories and apparel. These include a Dog Mom Starbucks cup, “pet all dogs” long sleeve tee, and more! Shop here!
3. Barn Blooms
Flowers make such a beautiful gift. They allow you to take a little bit of the beauty from outside in. Barn Blooms is a flower farm located in Wolcott, NY whose mission is “to inspire people to celebrate their journey through nature’s simple pleasures.” Her bouquets are colorful, vibrant and bring so much joy! If you are local to the Rochester area, she offers a wonderful subscription program in which you can give someone flowers through the spring, summer or fall season. You can check them out here!
4. DiiiCreates
Who doesn’t love a personalized gift? With Diii Creates you can have it all..a customized ornament, libbey glass, sticker or shirt. Diana makes adorable high-quality products that make amazing gifts! She also has plenty of Buffalo Bills themed items as well. Check out her Etsy shop here!
5. Amanda Soehner Designs
Are you looking for sweet apparel that encourages you to find the beauty within? Each of Amanda’s products includes a positive affirmation promoting self-love and kindness on the inside of the sleeve. I grabbed a crewneck from her at an event this past summer and it is one of my favorites. They really make great self-love gifts. Shop her products here!
6. Lilyput Studio
Are you looking for a unique and nature inspired gift? Lilyput studio offers lovely paintings, greeting cards and more all made by artist Andrea Chauncey Newman. Her artwork is inspired by nature and the human spirit. You can truly see that meaning behind each painting. Check out her Etsy shop here!
7. Little Night Lines
Little Night Lines offers incredibly detailed necklaces, charms, earrings, and rings that are all hand-made using polymer clay. Some of her creations include a cosmic brownie necklace, pumpkin pie charm, and a mini grilled cheese necklace. If you are looking for a fun, adorable and charming gift-you’ve come to the right place! Shop the Etsy shop here!
8. Mountain View Cookie Jar
Mountain View Cookie Jar offers “giant, delicious cookies (6 oz or more), some stuffed!” Custom cookie line-ups drop every 2-4 weeks and I love trying all the new ones she comes out with. Let me tell you..they are so freaking good and more than satisfy my need for sweets. You can purchase a gift card for a friend or loved one, so they can experience the awesomeness for themselves. Pick them up in person or have them shipped right to you! Shop here!
9. Almost Sisters Herbistry
Do you have someone in your life that loves bath bombs, lotion bars, bath salts or shower steamers? Almost Sisters Herbistry offers lots of amazing self-care products! Their mission is to “teach the alternatives to western medicine and share the old herbal remedies that were passed down for generations.” Their products would make great stocking stuffers as well. Check out their incredible products here!
10. Soul Love Candle Co
A candle can be a perfect gift for a loved one, especially when it is paired with the unique intention and meaning that is behind every product from Soul Love Candle Co. This company makes hand poured soy wax candles. “Each candle is made with LOVE and topped with crystals and flowers. Included with your candle is a positive affirmation that is paired perfectly for your individual spiritual healing needs.” Check out their website here!
11. Daisy Mae Creations
Daisy Mae Creations is a small business that offers a collective of vintage, thrifted, and up-cycled finds. I fell in love with their adorable flannels at a local event recently. She makes football print flannels that would make a great gift for a Buffalo Bills fan in your life! The best place to catch her is in person, so I’ll leave her Instagram handle for you to check out here!
12. FLX Popcorn Company
A movie night bin can be a fun gift for a family or couple in your life. What better thing to add to it then some specialty made popcorn? FLX Popcorn Company makes caramel, kettle, and other savory popcorn flavors that are unique and delectable. My personal favorite is salt and vinegar. It tastes almost exactly like Salt and Vinegar chips. Shop their website here!
13. Lemons and Lavender Clay
Lemons and Lavender Clay makes lovely earrings, keychains, necklaces and bracelets using polymer clay. Some of her designs include a Volkswagen bus keychain, dried flower earrings and more. This the perfect place to grab gifts for the ones that love to add accessories to their outfits. Check out her Etsy shop here!
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