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Top 10 Reasons to Join the Indie Business Network Recipe: Pumpkin Agave Cheesecake Shop Local! Visit artisan stores in your local community
Top 10 Reasons to Join the Indie Business Network
I joined IBN because of insurance, but what I gained was an amazing community of empowering, inspiring, and resourceful entrepreneurs. Donna Maria unlocked a door I didn't even know I needed to open. ... I can't imagine I would have had the confidence to try new things without IBN and all it has to offer. IBN is priceless and the people in it are the true definition of "network." Michelle C. Smith MamaSuds
1. Entrepreneurial training classes – live and recorded. Your business will never outgrow your ability to lead it, so IBN offers sales, marketing and leadership training to help you grow personally -- so you are equipped to grow your business.
7. Access to award winning entrepreneur Donna Maria – up close and personal. Since 2000, Donna Maria has gone deep with IBN members, offering opportunities for you to get your specific questions answered and learn from everyone else in our supportive community.
2. Access to Maker Mastermind Circles. An opportunity to join Maker Mastermind Circles, providing tailored coaching, masterminding and accountability sessions to help you stay on track to achieve your most important personal and professional goals.
8. Practical training from world-class Makers. Several times a year, IBN members enjoy a brand new live video training with a successful Maker. The topics covered embrace everything you need to be successful, including things like setting up brand ambassador programs, creating sales funnels, email marketing, wholesale tips and strategies and so much more. You won’t want to miss these sessions, and you'll have access to all of the recordings from the moment you join.
3. Promotional opportunities. Enjoy opportunities to be featured at Indie Business Blog, on Indie Business Podcast, and on our social media pages which reach tens of thousands every day, worldwide. 4. Private Facebook group. Our members only entrepreneur discussion group features opportunities for you to engage with, learn from and collaborate with Makers and Artisan Entrepreneurs from across North America. The wide ranging discussions include insider supplier experiences, business strategy tips and ideas and live coaching sessions with our founder and Certified Entrepreneur Mentor, Donna Maria. 5. Product liability insurance. Unlike going to your local insurance broker, who doesn’t have quite what you need (or can afford) we offer affordable liability insurance specifically designed for artisan entrepreneurs like you. 6. A supportive network of like-minded handmade makers. You’re an individual, not one of a thousand fish caught in a net. We have the kind of member-driven support that works for you and your business. Plus… collaborative opportunities to promote your brand through social media, podcast and video.
9. A Crazy Low Price. The Indie Business Network is affordable to anyone who is serious about building their business. We want to empower as many people as possible, so we are holding the price at less than .63¢ per day. You read that right. This price will be good through the end of 2021 so we can roll up our collective sleeves with as many Makers as possible. A rising tide lifts all ships, you know ... 10. Fun. The Indie Business Network is not for everyone, but if you like the idea of growing your business and having fun at the same time, you are in the right place. If you are serious about launching your brand or taking it to the next level, you can’t afford to miss this opportunity. And keep in mind, there is no risk. Membership is annual and if you don't like it, you can cancel before renewal time.
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..................... From the Editor's Desk
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..................... Home Decor
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..................... Recipe: Pumpkin Agave Cheesecake
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..................... Bundles + Gift Sets
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..................... Aromatherapy
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..................... Artisan Food
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..................... Candles + Wax Melts
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..................... Shop Local!
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Rhonda Walters: RareGlo Organic Shea Products “I’m going to do what’s best for me. You can’t look over at your competitor and use what they’re doing. That’s not me. That’s them. I want people to see me.” There’s so much to look at and so much to learn, that it’s easy to fall into “competition tourism,” where you’re constantly scouting what other brands are up to. Maybe you feel like your content isn’t as good as what you see others doing, and instead of being *you*, you start trying to be *them*. But your personal brand is just that—it’s *personal*. When you find yourself distracted by what other people are doing with their brand, pull in the reins! As Rhonda, founder of RareGlo shares in episode 87 of our podcast, trying to copy what others do never works. You need to do what’s right for you and by doing so, you’ll share the most special parts of yourself that are impossible to replicate! Rhonda is one of the hundreds of artisan entrepreneurs featured on the Indie Business Podcast.
For more inspirational quotes and stories from American Makers, subscribe to Indie Business Podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app!
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From the Editor's Desk As the founder of the Indie Business Network, nothing brings me greater joy than presenting you with this curated selection of artisan made products from across America. Our members take great pleasure in creating unique products that make your life easier and more enjoyable, and that inspire you to be your best. Inspiring aromas and irresistible textures are beautifully presented for gifting to yourself and your most treasured friends and family members. From candles and home decor to skincare and bath and body, our members' wares envelop you in waves of positivity and happiness and enhance your life every day. It is with great pleasure that I present our 2021 Holiday Gift Guide. It's time to go shopping!
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ScrubzBody Skin Care Products Roberta Perry Take your skin and your soul to the next level when you caress your body with our handcrafted scrubs, lotions, and creams. Offering you handcrafted skincare, with just the right amount of love and incredible ingredients, since 2006.
$34.00 for the 18 oz. size. Also available in a 9 oz. size for $24.00 scrubzbody.com
Rozetree Botanicals Tenli VanRozeboom Clay Mask Kit. Includes Flower Powder Clay Mask, Vegan mask brush, bamboo spatula, handmade ceramic mask bowl, Rozetree Botanicals signature canvas bag. 15% through December 24. No coupon needed. Flower Powder Clay Mask is made with Kaolin Clay, the gentlest skincare clay, making it useful even for dry and/or sensitive skin. All ingredients: Kaolin Clay, Illite Clay, Marshmallow Root, Oat Powder, Frankincense, Bamboo, Rose, Hibiscus, Rosehip, Pro-Vitamin B5, MSM, Turmeric
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$58.00 rozetreebotanicals.com
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Jenny the Hemp Goddess Jenny Watt With multiple spa sessions in every stocking, this is a wonderful gift for any skincare lover on your list! Choose from Gentle Cleansing, Intense Nourishment, or for $10 more, get all the samples in your stocking. Each gift also includes a yummy Hemp Lip Balm and a Gentle Hand Sanitizer too!
$25.00 jennythehempgoddess.com
FATCO Cassy Burnvoth At FATCO, we specialize in making Natural & Organic personal care products using tallow (aka rendered beef fat) from grass-fed, pasture-raised, happy cows! Tallow is extremely nourishing & nutrient-dense, and is great for skin conditions. We also carry a full line of Cleansing Oils and Deodorants, thus offering products for everyone in your family!
$14.00 fatco.com
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Homemade Shea Christie Agawu All-natural, really fast-acting, and intensely moisturizing. Shea butter with emu oil penetrates deeply to protect and nourish dry skin, lines, crepey skin, wrinkles, scars, and stretch marks. Made with 100% unrefined shea butter and emu oil, lavender, and Roman Chamomile essential oils, whipped to a pleasing velvety softness.
$26.00 homemade-shea.com
My Alchemy Skin Care Rebecca Adams Our Sunrise Citrus Ultimate Whipped Body Butter is inspired by the breathtaking splendor of a sunset. We invite you to enjoy a moment of "awe" as fresh organic citrus oils deeply hydrate and invigorate your senses, and melt into your skin. A dab at sunrise will last 'til sunset. $10 off your holiday purchase of $50 or more. At checkout, use code: Holiday
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$46.00 myalchemyskincare.com
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CEVARI NATURAL Christie Krasteva Transform your skincare routines into sensual and aromatic rituals with Luna Face Oil. Formulated with a precious blend of oils high in gamma linolenic acid, phytonutrients, and antioxidants for a noticeably soft and silky complexion. Our fast-absorbing, calming, and nature-based formulas are designed to bring out your true radiance. Your order with us will also plant a tree! Enjoy 15% off your first order now through December 31st, 2021, with code: GRATEFUL15
$47.00 cevarinaturals.com
Sober Soaps Alyson Swihart A very special collection that we hold close to our hearts... Sober Soaps celebrate and recognize milestones in your or your loved one's recovery. Not only does the packaging offer celebratory wishes, but the bar itself is stamped with a 'STAY CLEAN' message. What better way to celebrate sobriety!
$7.00 per bar sobersoaps.com
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Tilvee Skincare Kristie Mather A silky, creamy, nourishing & aromatic whipped body butter. Featuring mango & cocoa butter, apricot kernel oil, passion fruit oil, and essential oils of vanilla and coffee. This whipped body butter is a real treat for the skin and senses. If you love the aroma of coffee, vanilla, and cocoa, this is a must-have! The butters melt on the skin, absorb quickly, and leave the skin silky, non-greasy, and perfectly soft. Get 10% off using code “buyindie” at checkout.
$20.00 tilvee.com
Papillon Organic Tamy Liriano Want to "wow" them with longer, thicker, fluttery lashes & fuller eyebrows? This natural serum is rich in essential fatty acids & vitamins. Unlike chemical-laden lash-enhancing formulas that can irritate the delicate area around the eyes, this new eyelash serum contains only natural, all-organic ingredients that are gentle on skin. 20% off code: Holiday2021
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$55.00 papillonorganic.com
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Pure Principles Cheryl McSherry Using the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, we developed a line of skincare that combines time-tested herbs, oils, and botanicals to bring out the very best in your skin.
$5.00 - $70.00 pureprinciples.com
Sénica Benardett Jno-Finn Say goodbye to dry, itchy, and flaky scalp with the Renew Scalp Serum. Sea Buckthorn Oil soothes dry, itchy, and irritated skin. Pomegranate Seed Oil fights damage from free radicals and supports the elasticity of the scalp. Use to nourish and balance scalp, and soften dry, itchy patches, and irritated scalp or use as a pre-shampoo treatment. 15% OFF with code 'IBNLUV' expires 1/31/22
$32.00 senicanaturals.com
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Anthology Albums Meredith Dexter At Anthology Albums, we make unique, handcrafted memory albums. We also make travel notebooks that contain 3 signatures (one with lined paper, one with blank paper, and one with grid paper), as well as little folding mini card albums that open up to about 12 x 12 inches with places and pockets for photos, gift cards, and notes. Use "Christmas10" to receive 10% off any product $50.00 and up.
$20.00 - $150.00 anthologyalbums.com
GOUVEIAhome Jacquie Gouveia This is a beautiful set of four original, handpainted, coastal-inspired coasters made by Marissa Marvel, one of the family members that make up GOUVEIAhome. These coasters are made from professional quality epoxy resin, featured with white pebbles, and finished with cork bottoms. They are each 4" in diameter. They make the perfect gift for someone who loves the coast or has a coastal beach home or cottage.
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$55.00 gouveiahome.com
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A Delicious Holiday Recipe For You Recipe: Pumpkin Agave Cheesecake Cheesecake Ingredients
2 8-ounce packages organic neufchatel cheese 2 organic cage free eggs, separated ½ cup organic agave nectar 1/2 cup from a can 100% pure canned Libby’s pumpkin* ¼ teaspoon organic cinnamon ¼ teaspoon organic nutmeg ½ teaspoon organic ground cloves ¼ teaspoon organic ground ginger
Topping Ingredients
¾ cup organic sour cream 2 tablespoons organic agave nectar 1 teaspoon organic real vanilla extract 1/8 teaspoon organic cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon organic nutmeg 1/8 teaspoon organic ground cloves
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Crust
The extra filling needs an extra large pie crust – I used a Keebler® Ready Crust® Graham 2 Extra Servings Pie Crust
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Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Beat egg whites until stiff and set aside. Mix egg yolks thoroughly with Neufchatel cheese. Mix in organic agave nectar and pumpkin puree. Gently fold in egg whites. 3. Pour into prepared crust. Cook for 35-45 minutes or until a fork poke comes out clean. 4. Allow to cool thoroughly. Mix all toppings ingredients gently and top cool cheesecake. 5. Serve cold and enjoy.
Variation that can be added prior to baking
Log onto IndieBusiniessDirectory.com to connect with the Makers and find the artisan products you love!
½ cup organic dark chocolate chips (we had to make 2 pies & this one was delicious too) Thanks to our member, Kayla Fioravanti of Ology Essentials for this delicious cheesecake rendition. Follow Kayla on Instagram.
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Kindred Essence Sandra Mapp Give the gift of relaxation and make her feel pampered with a Kindred Essence 3-piece spa gift set. She’ll enjoy using our organic shea butter soap bar to give her skin a wonderful deep cleanse as an aromatic soy candle fills the air with an enchanting fragrance. Afterward, she’ll use the shea body butter to leave her skin silky smooth. Save 15% on gift sets with Coupon Code: IndieBus15
$25.00 - $57.00 kindredessence.com
Nefertem Brittany Hogan
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Make a lasting impression when you gift this beautiful set to a friend or loved one this holiday. Imagine their delight as they open the box revealing the artisan-crafted, holistic skincare products inside. 100% natural; scented with patchouli, lavender & grapefruit essential oils. Carefully curated to restore balance & harmony. Pre-wrapped gift box includes: 4 skincare products, quartz crystal, and an eBook on intentional living. "Such a sweet gift for anyone trying to live mindfully.” - Mandy
$45.00 nefertemnaturals.com
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Etta + Billie Alana Rivera Our mini bath + body oil duo, the perfect travel-worthy combo of your favorite scents. Choose any combination of four scents. This moisturizing body oil can easily be used to hydrate skin, hair, and nails from your head to your toes. Packed with antioxidant + vitaminrich oils to keep skin nourished. This body oil will revive skin without feeling heavy or greasy.
$38.00 ettaandbillie.com
Fields of Ambrosia Deborah Jasien No nonsense, vegan, organic bath and body products crafted in small batches in New Hampshire. Holiday Gift Boxes in 18 different scent combos! Large $40 Gift Box pictured.
$20.00 - $50.00 fieldsofambrosia.com
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Colorado Aromatics Cultivated Skincare Cindy Jones Straight from Colorado Aromatics Lavender Farm: Lavender Lover's Gift set includes Mountain Mist Hand/Body Lotion, Lavender Shea Soap, Lavender Face/body mist, and Dream Pillows that contain lavender; hops; and other herbs to help you rest. Colorado Aromatics Cultivated Skincare is a natural skincare line that uses the power of herbs and science for peak performance.
$29.00 coloradoaromatics.com
Black Kettle Soap Company Arricka Harrison Coffee Lover's Gift Set
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Your favorite coffee lover will enjoy our bold, rich, dark brew. This set includes both our luxurious bubble bath (that can also be used as a body wash) and our moisturizing Black Coffee body lotion. A full bar of soap will make the perfect morning pick-me-up. The lip butter will keep your lips hydrated and nourished while the roll-on perfume will keep you smelling like your favorite coffee house all day long. Get 15% off your order of $20 or more coupon code: FRIENDSMAS
$65.00 bksoapco.com
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Srida Herbals LakshmiDevi Ethirajan What if taking good care of your skin only took a few minutes? And felt more like self-care? When you indulge your skin in a daily care routine, your skin looks fresh and alive. Let nature meet nurture to give you a healthy and vibrant glow. Srida Herbal’s Joy To The Skin collection is our plant-based skincare ritual set that includes 5 foundational products that deliver a 1-2-3 routine for glowing skin every day. Use Code: IBN20
$204.00 sridaherbals.com
Bluerub Sport Valerie Sanford Gift the runners in your life with natural body care that protects their skin and speeds recovery. Run happier when you apply CHAFE between your thighs, under your sports bra, or anywhere you might get chaffed, raw skin. After training, apply MUSCLE to soothe and calm overworked muscles. CHILL is infused with arnica, tulsi, turmeric, and essential oils to speed recovery. Coupon Code: RUNWILD25 for 25% off all bluerub gift sets. Valid through 12/26/21
$41.25 bluerub.com
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SpaLyfe Pamela Pettway Gift Set of Two Products Vegan Candle & Kosher Tea Set Soy Candle (10 oz) No Parabens or Sulfates, 48 hrs of Candle burn, 100 % Cotton Wick Kosher Tea, Gluten-Free, Vegan + All Natural. 12 Premium Tea Sachets Brews 24 Cups Net Wt .85 oz ( 24G)
$33.00 lyghtafire.com
Zhi Bath & Body Kimberly Cross Show him how much he is loved with this specially curated box of luxury! Perfect for a Man Cave or Office, it's the ultimate kit for helping your favorite guy with self care. Shaken Not Stirred boasts a clean, woodsy blend of juniper, red currant, cedarwood, and cypress...with a hint of mint. Each item is neatly nestled in a sturdy, reusable box with magnetic closure.
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Includes: 8oz Soy Candle 4oz Exfoliating Oatmeal Soap 5oz Bamboo Reed Diffuser 1oz Body Butter (not pictured)
$75.00 zhibathandbody.com
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Mindy Cheng: Fyve, Inc. “It’s OK to start with one product. A lot of people are scared to do that, but you can do one product and do it really well.” Do you think that you need dozens of product ideas to finally get your business off the ground? Maybe you have one brilliant product, but you’re paralyzed by the thought of coming up with more product ideas. Think again! You can start a very successful handmade business with one (that’s right, just ONE) product! In episode 80 of our podcast, Mindy Cheng of Fyve, Inc. inspires you to get started with a single product, and how you can use it to grow into a thriving business. Mindy is one of the hundreds of artisan entrepreneurs featured on the Indie Business Podcast.
For more inspirational quotes and stories from American Makers, subscribe to Indie Business Podcast on Apple Podcasts or your favorite podcast app!
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La Fleur by Livvy Olivia Larson Holiday gift bags including solid parfum and soap sets, candles, and beautiful fragrances. Shop and discover products handcrafted in small batches, using high-quality raw ingredients and botanicals.
From $25.00 - $150.00 lafleurbylivvy.com
STRŌB Apothecary Olivia MacMillan Home for the Holidays Room Spray puts a little aromatherapy holiday cheer into the air. Crackling fires, baking pies, a winter wonderland outside, and the snuggly feel of home inside, all in one spray. With notes of fir forests, fresh ginger, and tangy Christmas orange, this 2021 special edition holiday spray is limited-supply only, so claim yours fast. And to spread some extra holiday deliciousness, Code INDIEHOLIDAY saves you $3 on each bottle now thru December 24!
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$14.00 strobapothecary.com
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Intentional Resonance Elizabeth Kochanik 2022, Alignment Mist - As each New Year approaches, a new mist is lovingly created to support the actualization of each individual's intention for the upcoming year. 2022 contains blessed water from sacred sites from all over the world, that are programmed to transmit and receive your intention. This sacred water is infused with the purest essences, frequencies, and so much more. Enjoy $5 off with code IBH21
$20.00 (reg. $25.00) intentionalresonance.com
Ology Essentials Kayla Fioravanti Sweeten up your life with a little CBD Honey! What could be better than Tennessee honey and hemp CBD? Not much! Ology Essentials has married local Tennessee Honey with pure hemp CBD isolate to provide a delicious way to add hemp CBD to your daily diet. Ology’s 6 oz jar of honey contains 375 mg, which gives you approximately 30 mg of CBD per Tbsp.
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$29.00 ologyessentials.com
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Ukiyo Home Lifestyle Annie Garcon A sweet, nutty, sexy combination of creamy shea butter, vanilla, and luxurious sandalwood. Contains Essential Oils of Patchouli, Cedarwood, Orange Peel, and Nutmeg. Code: FREESHIPPING on any order December 14 & 15
$45.00 ukiyohomelifestyle.com
IM Home Candles Ilah Martil
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IM Home Candles' Travel Goals Set is a collection of four soy wax candles 3.25 oz glass jars. It includes New York, Paris, Rome, and London. A great compilation of four of our bestsellers. This is a perfect gift for any occasion. New York has notes of apple, black currant, and amber. Paris smells like fresh roses. Rome has the refreshing scent of citrus, basil, and tomato leaf. London smells luxurious with notes of bergamot, white tea, and jasmine.
$37.00 imhomecandles.com
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Mountain & Meadows Katie Clope Our luxe crystal intention candles focus on 4 intentions and a corresponding affirmation: JOY-Radiate Light, ABUNDANCE-Life is Full, LOVE-Love is Everywhere, and ACCEPTANCELet It Go. When you take time to focus your consciousness on these intentions, you increase your positive energy and vibrations and, as a result, grow the joy, abundance, love, and acceptance in your life. We use only pure plant-based ingredients to keep you healthy and connected to your emotions and the power of the earth.
5oz - $20.00, 7oz - $40.00 mountainandmeadows.com
The Phoenix Candle Shop Micayla Boari The Phoenix Candle Shop proudly sells 100% soy wax candles handmade from recycled beer cans. Once the candle has burned down, you can fill the can with dirt and place the seed paper tag on top to grow a lovely arrangement of wildflowers. The candles come in many different scents and cans from many different breweries. Whether you're buying for the beer lover, environmentally conscious, or green thumb in your life, our candles make a truly unique gift.
$24.00 thephoenixcandleshop.com
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Old Soul Artisan Harmony Todd Awaken your senses! The fresh, crisp aroma of pine is energizing and elevates the spirit with positivity. Pine frequently appears in folklore and herbalism and is strongly associated with rebirth, inner strength, resilience, immortality, and of course, pine's most popular and beloved folklore tradition, the Christmas tree. Awaken your senses with a stroll through a snowcovered winter wonderland with this natural essential oil infused essence of a great northern pine forest.
$25.00 oldsoulartisan.com
Evoke Candle Co Gina Giambalvo-Glockler Introducing The Girl Collection, the newest candles from Evoke Candle Co. Inspired by iconic songs about girls.
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Evoke Candle Co: Rock n Roll candles inspired by your favorite music & bands. Hand Poured in the USA, our candles are 100% Coconut blend waxes, featuring lead-free cotton or wood wicks & premium scents. Use code IBN15 for 15% discount
$32.00 evokecandleco.com
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Luxe Wix Candle Co. Hinda Pugh Luxe Wix Candle Co. offers aromatic relaxation tools to help calm you and alleviate distracting work thoughts. Our small-batch, individually scented candles, wax melts, and room sprays aid in creating a different kind of luxury in the comfort of your home or on the go. All of our scented products are hand-poured, dye-free, and contain 3 ingredients or less, with raw materials sustainably sourced from US-based suppliers.
$12.00 - $200.00 luxewix.com
Sunshine Handcrafted Stephanie Webb Our Holiday Collection includes three 6 oz. Luxury Wooden Wick Coconut Soy Candles in beautiful holiday-colored tins. This Christmas (Red Currant + Juniper Berry) Evergreen Spruce (Evergreen + Cypress + Fir) Beyond the Holidays - Cranberry + Pear Coupon Code: 15% off - INDIE15
$17.00 sunshinehandcrafted.com
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Shop Local! Visit artisan stores in your local community by Donna Maria
One of my favorite things to do on weekends is visit local farmer's markets. From the man preparing fresh-to-order omelettes with eggs and herbs from his farm, to the woman selling handmade goat milk soaps and cheeses she makes in her kitchen. I love the aromas and the community I experience when I am in their midst. If I can't get to a market, I enjoy discovering local stores that specialize in handmade items. There are a few of them in my adopted hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina. When I travel, if I have time, I make sure to head to at least one shop that sells artisan-made goods. It feeds my soul to purchase and use their products.
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Recently, I have noticed a significant spike in the number of IBN members opening retail stores and studios in their local areas. This is good news not only for our members, but also for the local communicates they serve and the American economy in general. On the following page, you'll find a selected listing of our members with retail outlets in different states across the nation. Be sure to contact the retailer directly for store hours, some of which may be by appointment and can vary during the holidays.
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Missouri
North Carolina
Grapeseed Company 2446 Alamo Pintado B Los Olivos, CA 93463 GrapeseedCompany.com
Provenance Soapworks 311 S. Main Street St. Charles, MO 63301 ProvenanceSoapworks.com
Anne's Apothecary 206 S Wilmington Street Raleigh, NC 27601 AnnesApothecary.com
Phoebe Peacock 3414 1/2 West Magnolia Blvd. Burbank CA 91505 PhoebePeacock.com
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Witch Baby 11 Eastman Street Cranford, NJ 07016 WitchBabySoap.com
Noteology Custom Perfume Studio 401 Spruce Street (Biden Street) Scranton, PA 18503 Noteology.com
Banter and Bliss 12775 W. Millennium Playa Vista, CA 90094 BanterandBliss.com
The Curious Heart 509 Central Avenue Westfield, NJ 07090 LittleFlowerEssentialOilBlends.com
Connecticut Olive My Skin 8 Main Street Redding, CT 06896 OliveMySkin.com
New Hampshire Fields of Ambrosia 2724 White Mountain Highway North Conway, NH 03860 FieldsOfAmbrosia.com
Illinois Blank Mason Candle Bar 4999 Old Orchard Center, Unit K11 Skokie, IL 60077 BlankMason.com
Wunder Budder 121 Water Street Exeter, NH 03833 WunderBudder.com Tangled Roots Herbal 95 West Pearl Street Nashua, NH, 03060 TangledRootsHerbal.com
Maryland Be Blends 7546 Main Street Sykesville, MD 21784 BeBlends.com Waxing Kara and Honey House 10209 Grand Central Avenue, Suite 118 Owings Mills, MD 21117 WaxingKara.com
Jane Gee 107 Congress Street Portsmouth, NH 03801 JaneGee.com
New York Scrubz Body 245 Main Street Farmingdale, NY 11735 ScrubzBody.com
Rhode Island Providence Perfume 80 Fountain Street, #203 Pawtucket, RI ProvidencePerfume.com
Texas Winding Wick Candles 216 W 6th St. Ferris, TX 75125 WindingWickCandles.com
Vermont Flourish Beauty Lab 4 N. Main Street White River Junction, VT 05001 FlourishBeautyLab.com
Washington Lavender Wind 15 NW Coveland Street Coupeville, WA 98239 LavenderWind.com
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Best wishes for the season and a wonderful New Year.
Happy Holidays! from Team Indie
Artist: Jody Bergsma, Bellingham, WA
Donna Maria
Founder + CEO
Olivia MacMillan Event Coordinator
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Jennifer Smith
Larissa Lewis
Content Creation Specialist
Jeff Arnold
Marketing Automation Specialist
Lead Copywriter
Tenika Jones
Programmer + Web Developer
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Maker Mastermind has helped me learn how to set (and change) goals, and how to figure out the necessary steps to achieve my goals. This may sound simple, but it’s not easy, especially when life gets in the way. Maker Mastermind keeps me accountable and motivates me when I am losing focus. It’s a great place to learn and be lifted up together! Jennifer Watt Jenny the Hemp Goddess
Maker Mastermind™ Circles For Indie Business Network members only Stop Making Stuff! Start Making Money!
Need a steady stream of new ideas and inspiration to keep your creative juices flowing? We've got weekly masterminding to keep you motivated and on fire to innovate your way to success
Tired of seeing your ideas fall by the wayside because you don't have anyone to help you clarify and nail down your plans? Our in-depth planning sessions ensure you have clear goals and make meaningful progress
Need a clear path to guide you from where you are to where you want to be? Donna Maria's Indie Method is the sequential Success Path to the business you want to lead
Our Maker Mastermind Circles are the place to be if you are looking for increased clarity, focus, results and fun! • Set and achieve clear and specific goals • Celebrate wins and weekly progress with supportive and like-minded peers • Take and track action-oriented steps toward your goals • Leverage the collective energy, focus and brain power of like-minded entrepreneurs • Fun business planning sessions and the accountability you need to stay on track
Meet Your Lead Mentor Donna Maria is the founder and CEO of the Indie Business Network and the Lead Mentor at Maker Mastermind Circles. Under Donna Maria's leadership, the Indie Business Network has grown to thousands of members across North America. Through in-person workshops and virtual training programs, she helps women master the entrepreneurial, marketing and leadership skills they need to take their businesses to whatever level they desire.
Registration opens quarterly. Learn more at MakerMastermind.com
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