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Business owners with disabilities
Purchasing products and services from business owners with disabilities or chronic medical conditions allows them to achieve independence and self-reliance. It also encourages inclusion and people having agency in our community. The more “able” we see people with different abilities, the more common hiring them becomes. Consider supporting these business owners when you shop—and please share these resources with friends!
ArtbyEm
https://emkat3355.wixsite.com/website-1 Black and white pencil portraits of people and pets. “Art for me is sharing my heart and soul with the world.”
Big Al’s Best ~ Autism www.big-als-best.com
Handmade, award-winning dark chocolate almond toffee, calligraphy art and greeting cards. Online and in San Diego County retailers.
Blissful Seeds ~ Autism www.blissfulseeds.org
All-natural and organic, handmade soaps, candles, jewelry, acrylic paintings and resin art made in Poway.
Colmena Academy ~ Neurodiverse IG @colmenaacademy
Handcrafted goodies, spices and crafts by students with communication challenges who use AAC devices at a school.
Dancing Around the Oak Tree Art Studio Inc. www.oaktreeartstudio.weebly.com
Vickie Lawrence and a community of artists with disabilities create unique artwork in a safe and supportive space.
DeafBlind Potter ~ Usher Syndrome Type 2 www.deafblindpotter.com
Beautiful mugs and vases that signify joy, perseverance and hope. After Kelvin’s diagnosis, pottery became an outlet for self-expression.
Emily Rose Sews ~ Autism www.EmilyRoseSewsStore.etsy.com
Creative seamstress sells at craft fairs and boutique shops. She loves sewing and giving back to the community.
Inclusion Art by Katie Flores ~ Autism www.katieflores.com
A “color prodigy,” as soon as Katie felt the resistance of paint under her hand, painting became a powerful mode of expression.
Jack’s Animal ARTifacts ~ Autism
IG @jacksanimalfunfacts
Art as a platform to educate about animals and the environment. Found on massive murals, products, pet portraits and books.
Jasmine’s Banner Co. ~ Down Syndrome
IG @jasminesbannerco
Handmade top-quality banners made with love for everyday and special events. Proceeds support inclusive church programs.
Jeremy’s Vision ~ Autism
www.jeremysvision.com
Jeremy paints colorful abstract portraits of people he meets and places he goes. He paints his visions to give people hope.
Joel’s Vision Arts ~ Autism
www.joelsvisionarts.com
Local author, speaker and artist. Creates books, videos, art and supports Smiles Ministries, which helps children in need.
Kevin the Baker ~ Autism
www.kevinthebaker.com
Chef with passion for baking with fresh ingredients. His business provides joy, purpose and a connection to his community.
Kianna Beads
FB @kiannabeads
Jewelry crafter, driven by her love of nature, hopes to blossom into a sustainable business that embodies its customers’ creative spirit.
Moyo’s Wood Arte
Handmade customized art and jewelry made from upcycled and repurposed wood, metal, natural stone and other materials.
Nic’s Art ~ Tourette’s & Autism Purchase at Plant it Again Marketplace Hand-painted gift bags and cards for different occasions. Animal theme matted prints.
Ortiz Crafts Art ~ Autism www.OrtizCraftsArt.etsy.com
As an aspiring artist, Joe paints and does digital art. He hopes you enjoy it as much as he enjoys creating it.
Poli’s Woodcraft ~ Autism www.poliswoodcraft.com
Handcrafted, artisan ballpoint pens hand-turned by an artist who uses a variety of specialty woods and acrylics.
Reid Moriarty: Man with a Mic ~ Autism www.ReidMoriarty.com
Front man for Jungle Poppins, public speaker, host of Talk Time, Reid Reads, and Late in the Day with Reid and Friends.
Rolling with Me ~ Spinal Cord Injury www.rollingwithme.org
Margarita Elizondo is a speaker and author of a diversity, equity and inclusion book series that combines social justice and awareness to help understand disability.
Sierra Swimwear ~ Cerebral Palsy www.sierraswimwear.com
Cha Cha sells fashionable swimwear and accessories made in Bali from recycled and sustainable products.
Soap Designs by Sydney ~ Optic Nerve Hypoplasia & Autism
FB @Soap Designs by Sydney Environmentalist and artist, creating handmade specialty soaps. “Like autism, no two are alike~ each one unique and made with love.”
Starlight Bunny ~ Cerebral Palsy IG @starlightbunny.artist
Serena creates acrylic art, sews stress balls, pillows and hair scarves, and makes moon hair clips from clay.
Tarotoons ~ PDD-NOS IG @_tarotoons
An entrepreneur artist who makes hand-drawn designs for stickers, cups and more.
We See Different ~ Blind www.weseedifferent.org
India creates unique jewelry; she also consults the visually impaired, providing resources and help identifying assistive technology.
