Friends! I'm all about supporting small businesses right now (except for my habit of going to Starbucks...and a few other places...but that's beside the point). Here are some ideas for you to both buy creative gifts this year and support small business owners. Each of the sites listed gives you the option of purchasing online...
SoAP: Soap!
South Austin People makes amazing natural soap. When I am in Austin, I buy from them at the Farmer's Market. Very kind and genuine people who produce a great product.
Attic Journals: Journals!
You really should buy one of my friend Michelle's journals. She is stinkin' creative. I have of her journals myself. They make great gifts, and truly are one-of-a-kind.
Listen For Joy: Art!
Melanie Weidner's work "inspires spiritual reflection and encourages others to explore creativity and prayer." I first met Melanie at a camp on the Oregon Coast. Last year, I finally bought my first piece from her. Melanie has both originals and prints on her site. Beautiful art from an amazing woman.
Progress: Coffee!
Apparently, I've not promoted them enough here. It's good, it's fair trade, its coffee.
Your ideas? What are favorite small business to support this year? If you have a blog, consider doing a little post like this one in support of small businesses, and pass the word around.
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