Small Business Saturday is here. What started as an American Express campaign in 2010 to inspire consumers to shop locally has become an annual holiday that’s celebrated nationally.
Don’t know what to get your mom? Have a friend who already has everything? Check out some of our favorite local businesses and makers in your city to snag some neat gifts.
- Savvy Oak Candle Company | These aren’t your average candles. Instead of glass jars or tins, Savvy Oak uses hand-carved bowls as vessels. Bonus: The candles are made with natural soy wax and toxin-free scents that are North Carolina-inspired.
- BrightKind Creative | Find colorful art prints, stickers, cards, and more — some of which feature positive mantras like “you are right where you need to be” and “keep doing your best.”
- Honeyluv Design by artist Renee Davis | Browse prints and apparel featuring designs inspired by the Carolinas.
- Trailblazing Love | Cultivate deeper connections with this brand’s activity boxes for couples. Bonus: Also shop s’mores kits, wooden ornaments and coasters, and cozy throw blankets.
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