 If you're trying to avoid the hype of big-box Black Friday mayhem, but still wanting to thoughtfully purchase gifts for the holidays...I've got you covered! These are just a few of my personal favorite, local, woman-owned and run businesses I hope you'll consider supporting this season. 1. Suzy Is An Artist. I like making my own gift bags of tiny treats using Nichole's pouches, bags or baskets as a more personal, reusable alternative to disposable bags. She always has such fun patterns to choose from! Each one is beautifully sewn and can be used in many ways ~ great for diaper bags, travel, toiletries, school supplies, purse organizing, etc.. Nichole chooses high quality fabrics - including a cork from Portugal! - and adds delightful details in her designs. 2. Ink & Owl Designs. Rae makes the most luscious blankets, hats, gloves & more. I have been coveting her "The Mountain Blanket" this season and hope to be snuggling up with one all winter long (hint hint, Santa). Rae is also a talented writer, local high school teacher and adorable bunny mama. She's a gem, and you'll be glad to wear her work. 3. Planet Sprinkles. My kids are obsessed with Heather's bath bombs. This xmas one lights up in water so they will each get one in their stockings :) Her scents linger in their bathroom for days after use - not in an overpowering way, but in a super pleasant "the kiddos just took a tubby" one. Each season Heather comes up with fun soap & bath bomb designs, so follow her to see the latest! 4. Shelley's Table. Full disclosure: Shelley is a dear marketing client of mine, and a really talented teacher & chef. She hosts cooking classes in New Hope, Lambertville, and internationally. A gift card for her classes is such a great date night/parent gift! She also hosts private classes in homes, which I've had the pleasure of attending and can absolutely vouch for. Quality time + Learning new skills + Delicious food = the perfect way to celebrate the important people in your life. 5. LilacStacks. Erin is a dear friend. I love her gorgeous bracelets and wear them every week. She has many style options to suit any taste...and even does a PENN STATE stack (shoutout to my fellow nittany lion alums). She makes every single piece by hand, selecting and inspecting each bead to ensure the best quality. 6. Home Again Studios. Any candles or match strikers from my gal Julie will be a crowd pleaser. She hand pours all the concrete, and mixes the scents without using harmful chemicals; each are crafted with 100% pure, plant-based soy, quality ingredients and all-natural oils. Plus, once a candle is burned down, the container can be turned into a planter using her seed-pod labels! Her Vanilla Pumpkin Marshmallow is probably my favorite smelling candle of all time. I often have headache issues with scents, but Julie's offerings fill my home without issue. Tell them Trish sent you (and let me know what you snag!)...
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