Some of My Favorite Small Business
I love to shop from small businesses because not only are the products you receive made with love and hard work, but buying from small businesses helps them grow. Since I think we should all be shopping small this year, I put together a list of my favorite small businesses right now that have great gifts for loved ones!
For the One Design & Co. (@shopfortheone)
Perfect for anyone who loves Jesus and cute clothes! This shop has the cutest sweatshirts and crewnecks along with many other products that are so comfy. Along with that, 10% of the profits go to the Dementia Society of America and a little girl named Esther who lives in Zambia who they sponsor. Each piece has so much meaning behind it and the owner is so sweet! A few words from the owner:
“I started my little business when the COVID pandemic started and & one of my main goals was to just create clothes (& a space) that gave people a feeling of joy, hope, & comfort in such uncertain times. I also just loved the idea of having an outlet to express my faith & get to relate/impact those around me! it’s been such a blessing, in more ways than I could even say.”
Sixth Gem (@shopsixthgem)
This shop has the cutest jewelry that I absolutely love- it’s perfect for everyday wear! Products include necklaces, bracelets, earrings and rings. They are the perfect minimal pieces that add so much to any outfit you pair them with. Along with that, some of the jewelry is handmade by the owner! A few words from the owner, Jaira:
“I started this jewelry business about three months ago. I sell gold, minimal jewelry for everyday wear that embodies confidence and makes a simple outfit pop with a simple gold accent. I’m a one-woman business therefore, I do all the marketing, social media, packing orders, etc. I curate all of my jewelry from a few trusted manufacturers at the moment and I make sure they are getting the quality they are paying for without the crazy markup like other jewelry brands have. Once my small business is profitable, my dream is to actually design my own.”
Natalia G. Designs (@nataliagdesigns)
This shop has the cutest stickers and art pieces. Along with that, the owner sells mugs and cute rainbow macrame hangings (I have one hanging in my car and I’m OBSESSED). There are so many cute things to choose from and the owner is so so sweet! A few words from the owner Natalia:
“I had been making things since I could remember and I knew I wanted to share my art and give people little reasons to smile. I started with just drawing for friends and family, but wanted to reach further, so I started an Etsy account to see how far I could spread smiles with art. Most people see a sticker and like it and buy it but for me not only do I see the sticker, but I see another person I made smile and be able to give a little gift of happiness to and that is what makes it all worth it for me!”
Ei Thrifted (@ei.thrifted)
This shop is super unique and I love every piece I own. This shop offers vintage finds, original clothing designs, reworked pieces, thrifted goods, and hand & machine embroidery. The owner sells the CUTEST birth year crewnecks which you can get your birth year embroidered on! I’m obsessed with mine! The owner makes thrifting easy-- she finds the coolest pieces that are often hard to find while on a thrift outing. A few words from the owner:
“Ei Thrifted started in August 2020 and quickly became a community of shoppers who share an interest in sustainability, second hand clothing, and wearing unique pieces.”
You should all check them out and give them some love!!
