SMALL BUSINESS GIFT GUIDE
anyone else think of good gift Ideas all year long then this time of year hits and you forget ALL of them? Same, girl, same That's why I rounded up all of my favorite Items + shops for you some I have shared throughout the year, but you might have forgotten about!
BY PAIGE HEATONGIFT ROUNDUP
ABOUT THIS GIFT GUIDE:
+ all products will have links so be sure to click pictures and anything with an underline should be linked as well!
+ this gift guide is a collection of my favorite finds from small businesses I have either met on the road or because of social media.
+ obviously these businesses have tons of good products, so feel free to browse their entire site! I just wanted to highlight a few of my personal favorite Items!
F A V O R I T E S
I have been a LONG time fan of michelle + her Incredible business. She Is truly one of the MOST thoughtful people. when we got our dog bandit, she sent a care package of her favorite things for her dog rowdy when she saw I was having a huge pop up at Berch House, she sent complimentary candles to set the vibe. Oh, and an amazing room spray that I cannot get enough of. I will shout her from the rooftops until I can't anymore. Quality person, quality business.
FAQ: CAN YOU SHARE YOUR FAVORITE DENIM?
I was a Levi's girl for YEARS Which pained me because not many small businesses carry that brand Then accidentally I discovered the brand Vervet a few years ago + they quickly became my favorites
I will preface this by saying I am NOT a KanCan girl I wanted to love them, but never did My favorite vervet jeans are usually the ones with stretch and I am usually true to size In all of those that do stretch. The 100% cotton ones are harder to find the perfect fit because If you have thighs or a booty, you WILL need to size up a size or two. So keep that In mind when shopping online!
Here are some of my favorite small businesses that have Vervet jeans In stock right now! Each photo Is linked to the exact jean!
MY FAVORITE PERFUME
AMBRE PURE ESSCENCE OILOne of my two favorite perfumes from a small business I love this one + could wear It all day everyday It's a warm and cozy scent with some woodsy notes. I get compliments every time I wear this scent as well! They are midwest based as well, out of Indiana!
AMBRE SPRITZERthis Is the same scent as above and Is perfect for a quick spritz when you are on the go I love putting It on jackets that won't really get washed so there Is always a little of this scent on them! It lasts forever on them too!
CUP OF AMBITION
This leather wrap mug that features a wide mouth mason jar + wooden lid was easily a FAVORITE of last christmas season! It makes the perfect gift!
ALPINE BLANKET [BABY] RUTH ARTISTRY + DECOR
I have the Rust Alpine blanket that I got as a wedding gift! It Is so cozy + the perfect size
I linked her whole website here because I ooh + ahh over ALL of her finds Plus Victoria [owner] Is just so darn sweet
UNIQUE HOME DECOR HACK
Over the years, my proudest home decor pieces have come from vintage shops, thrift stores, or garage/estate sales I love these kind of places because you often find one of a kind or unique pieces which I think really helps make our home feel curated + unique But I realize that all of this takes TIME, which Is sometimes so limited My hack? ETSY search Most people think of etsy for more craft finds, but the vintage selection on there is STELLAR Below are my tips for finding the best vintage Items on etsy. Happy shopping!
S E A R C H W O R D S
use the right search words: iIll share some of my favorites words to search!
I love my collection of brass pieces from saguaro book ends to brass roadrunner figurines. My next purchase Is going to be a brass armadillo I recently decided! haha!
this is how I found my beautiful hand woven saguaro wall hanging made with the neutral tan fibers
K E E P S C R O L L I N G sometimes, you gotta dig deep within a search to find the good stuff Still doesn't take as long as shopping In person to find these treasures!
My friend reuben taught me the beauty of using book stacks to create cute little nooks to decorate It helps vary height when styling a space and can be super cheap way to do so!
V I N T A G E
S O U T H W E S T E R N W A L L H A N G I N G S O R D E C O R
V I N T A G E B R A S S F I G U R I N E S O R B O O K E N D S
V I N T A G E W E S T E R N O R C O W B O Y B O O K S
SMALL
SHOUTOUTS
RUNAWAY RACK
To know Shay, Is to love her She Is the one who Inspired me to start NRB + Is one of the best friends a gal could have! Show her some love this weekend!
ROSE + CO HATS
Megan Is my right hand gal at shows + on IG lives! When she told me she had a dream of opening her own hat business I was all hands on deck!
ROSEBUDS TEES REFINED PEDDLER
Kari Jo Is the flatlay QUEEN + I always love to see what new designs she will come up with She's for all of you small town gals with BIG dreams
Kianna creates the best layered looks around She Is passionate about life on the farm + quality clothing with an emphasis on natural fibers!
BLUSH OUT WEST
I met these two early In my biz days + was so Inspired by them! They find the most classy + unique pieces with a southwestern feel
HEART OF THE MIDWEST
Erin + I became fast friends back when we were selling seed Then we both left to pursue our own thing! She's a full time farmer + online shop owner!
thank you for all of your support of my growing small business over the last six years. I am humbled that I get to do this for a living I know that I am truly living out my dreams + just honored that I get to serve you all each and every day when I encourage you to support small, know that It's more than just wanting you to support mine, but rather It Is because I truly believe In the small business community I will continue to shout small businesses from the rooftops + champion for all of those I meet along the way. here's to buying from real people with big dreams, huge hearts, with enough passion + grit to carry them through the hurdles that come along with this wild journey called small business ownership thank you a million times over (although that never seems to adequately cover how much we appreciate you all)