Now more than ever, it’s so important to support small businesses. This has been a tough year for most of us, but we’re in this together and need to support one another. As a small business owner, it’s something I feel and think a lot about. I’ll be honest – I’ve turned to Amazon more than I should during this pandemic, but I’ve made a concerted effort to shop small whenever I can, and want to share some of my favorite small shops just in time for the holidays. Here are my favorite small business to support this holiday season. Shop my gift guides here

 

My Favorite Small Businesses to Support This Holiday Season

 

Abby Alley

Sling Bag

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Dudley Stephens

Fleece

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Abby Alley

I’ve seen this bag popping up on Instagram and love that it’s chic and functional. As a mom, being hands-free is the dream. And even though I have to bring out a tote with stuff for the kids, it’s nice to have my wallet, phone, and other essentials on me for easy access. 

Dudley Stephens

Margot loves her pink fleece and so do I – I have three and have been wearing them on repeat.

The Softest Pajamas

This small, women-owned business is a favorite. LAKE makes the softest and most well-made pajamas (bonus: they have mens and maternity too). They make such a great gift.

Dana Rebecca

Another friend of mine, I love Dana and her jewelry. I have a few of Dana’s pieces and love them. 

Silhouette Art & Ornaments

Le Papier Studio

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Le Papier Studio

I love Vana’s work and she’s a wonderful human being, too. She donated product to our auction and even donated money to our hospital’s fundraiser. We have silhouettes of the girls and Buddy in Margot and Kate’s bathroom, and silhouette ornaments on our tree. The very best custom gift.

Shop Home Maven

I came across this store on etsy and knew this doormat was “the one.” The designs are so great, and i love supporting a small, female-run business.

Linda’s Barn

I love Linda! Another wonderful woman running an amazing business. We have one of her beautiful vintage rugs in our bedroom and it’s perfect. Her prices can’t be beat.

Josh Young Design House

From prints to commissions, my friend Josh’s shop is one of my favorites to support. We have a few pieces in our home including the most beautiful painting above our fireplace, and another with our wedding venue address in the sunroom. We love you, Josh.

Furniture & Decor

Jayson Home

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Susan Connor

Have a friend who loves design or treating yourself to something for your home? Susan Connor is one of my favorites. I love her pillows – the designs are beautiful and so chic.

Jayson Home

I’ve always loved Jayson for gifts and little trinkets.

Farmhouse Pottery

I splurged on a cutting board a few years ago and always have it leaning up in my kitchen since it’s just so beautiful. The ceramics and serving pieces are lovely, too.

Our Place

This pan is as great as everyone says it is. Nothing sticks and clean-up is a breeze!

Support Local Restaurants

One Off Hospitality Group

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Charcuterie Boards

Bash Board

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One Off Hospitality

These meal kits from some of our Chicago favorites are such a nice way to enjoy a meal you love while staying safe at home.

Bash Board

Conor’s cousin got this for us after Kate was born and we loved it so much that he ordered one for my birthday. We’ve sent them to friends, too. Such a great gift to give right now.

Candy Charcuterie Boards

ATL Boards

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Red and White

Support a small business by signing up for their wine club or do what we did and place a big order to pick up curbside. We’re all stocked up for winter.

ATL Boards

You had me at candy charcuterie.

Support Your Local Bookstore

Semicolon Bookstore

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Charcuterie Board

Anecdote

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Semicolon Bookstore

Support your local bookstore! Semicolon also sells online!

Anecdote

From furniture to cozy up your home to decor and gifts, Anecdote is a (local) favorite. 

Support Local Photographers

Katie Kett Photography

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Website Templates

Tonic Site Shop

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Katie Kett Photography

Katie photographed some of the most important moments of our lives – our wedding, Margot when she was just one day old, and our growing family.

Tonic Site Shop

Jen’s website templates are so clean and beautiful. She’s a talented graphic designer and friend. Love her work!

Sweatshirts and Tees for Mama & Baby

Ford & Wyatt

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Alice and Wonder

One of my favorite (local) businesses, I collaborated with Alice and Wonder on this You are Magic sweatshirt. A percent of every sweatshirt benefits our fundraiser for Alex’s Lemonade Stand. 

Ford and Wyatt

This brand is darling. My girls had the sissy sweatshirts last year. 

Margot's Favorite Hats

Shop 6 Heart

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Kids Table/Tower

PID Kids

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Shop 6 Heart

Margot and I are huge fans of this shop. It’s a small, black owned business that we have supported, and the turbans are the softest we’ve felt so far. She wore her “plum hats” throughout treatment – they are the softest and so cute, too. 

PID Kids

This learning tower is great for small kitchens like ours. It converts to a table and is one of my most-asked about items in my home. Can’t say enough good things about it.

The Best Baby Basics

Quincy Mae

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Custom Bracelets

Ryan Crew Co.

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Quincy Mae

We love Quincy Mae and Rylee and Cru! The sweetest, softest pieces for babies and toddlers.

Ryan Crew Co.

Margot and I both have a few custom bracelets and love them! Such a fun gift, and so, so budget friendly.

Margot's Favorite Lovey

Slumberkins

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Layette and Swaddles

Lou Lou & Company

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Slumberkins

If you’ve been following me for a while, you know how much Margot loves her fluffies, Big and Small. She can’t go anywhere without Big, and these are safe (unstuffed and no buttons) for toddlers to sleep with.

Lou Lou & Company

 Another favorite brand that both my girls wore all the time. The swaddles are so soft and stretchy – we love them and have given them to almost every friend who’s had a baby. The brand since started making 2 piece outfits for older babies and toddlers, so Kate wears them all the time and has them to grow into, too.

 

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