The holidays will be here before we know it, which is honestly a bit hard to believe. While I have built out my gift shop pages this year I also wanted to do a specific guide highlighting some of my favorite small businesses and makers to support this season. As we all know, small businesses have struggled greatly during the pandemic so this season I am trying to be a lot more mindful about where I shop. Some of them can have longer lead times, so for once I am getting a gift guide out early. I want to be done with my shopping before December even rolls around!
ELSIE GREEN
Vintage Treasures
You all know by now this is one of my go to spots for speciality items such as vintage French crocks or pretty antique dishware. Every piece feels so perfectly curated.
THE COLUMBIA COLLECTIVE
Handcrafted Goods
The Columbia Collective supports artisan entrepreneurs across Columbia. Their handcrafted unique pieces range from woven placemats to necklaces. I have been eyeing these fun woven totes.
CRUEL MOUNTAIN
Custom Lamp Shade
I know a lampshade might seem like an odd gift to give, but it was all I wanted for my birthday and I can’t say enough good things about Cruel Mountain. You have seen their designs on my patterned mini lamp shade and scalloped raffia shade. They add so much character and dress up lighting perfectly.
MATEO
Black Croc Diana Bag
There is just something so classic about a black crocodile bag. I love the small sizing of this and that is also comes with a longer crossbody strap. The emerald color is also so pretty!
Apotheke Candles {SHOP} | Bloom Hope Art {SHOP}
MONTES DOGGETT
Ceramics
These are some of my favorite ceramics. They are somehow incredibly quirky and yet classic at the same time. I love browsing her website and discovering new gems like cool cake stands and olive oil bottles.
JAYSON HOME
Pretty Housewares
Jayson Home is one of my go to places to shop online for home decor. They have such a great selection of old and new. I also love that they carry a large array of Astier de Villatte pieces.
LYNDSAY REBECCA SHOP
Patterned Pillows
Now that I am fully embracing color and pattern again, this shop is one of my favorite sources. Lyndsay had such a great collection of vintage and new with most pillow covers under $100.
Lost & Found {SHOP} | Cocoshalom Art {SHOP}
ROUGH LINEN
Linens
Another one of my favorite local companies, Rough linen makes all of their beautiful products right here in Marin! Their quality linen (in a great array of colors) is used for everything from napkins, tablecloths and bedding.
TINY ZEN MEMORY
Jewelry
One of my favorite places for special dainty jewelry like a name or initial necklace. They are easy to customize which makes for very thoughtful gifts.
JUSTICE OF THE PIES
Homemade Pies
Fresh homemade pie as a gift? Yes please! At Justice of the Pies you can order pie (such as caramel apple crumble) to be delivered directly to you or a loved one.
COTTAGE DESIGNS
Grain sack textiles
I have always been a sucker for a good grain sack textile, so when I found these stockings on Etsy – I had to have them. Cottage Designs also carries pillows, aprons and napkins.
Cutter Brooks
Housewares
It is no secret how much I love Cutter Brooks and Amanda Brooks impeccable taste. Her shop recently added pretty holiday accents like vintage platters and ornaments which I will be shopping from throughout the month.
DIRT CLAY SF CERAMICS {SHOP} | TEA WITH TAE BENTO BOX {SHOP}
FERPIE AND FRAY
Candles
A sweet follower sent me the spiced pear scented candle last year and it is SO GOOD! At $20 for an 8oz. jar these are very budget friendly. I also love the pumpkin and apple harvest for the holidays.
TREACLE & BLUSH
Paper Goods
The cutest holiday cards and paper goods such as gift tags and wrapping paper.
Thank you for all your recommendations. I appreciate all them.
Thank you so much Alicia!
Thank you for doing this post! My family decided to go with “small business only” gifts for each other this year, and this is going to be very helpful for gift ideas! <3
I love that!! Such a great idea! : )
Wow thank you Chrissy! Just love this list. Great finds! Can’t get enough of your recommendations. 😇
Aw thank you so much Hannah!