Sustainable Boxing Day shopping can mean one big thing—more stuff. Look, I know Christmas at its core is about the spirit of it all, but come on. Gift getting, gift […]
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Buy Local, Food & Drink, Holiday Gift Ideas, Local Gifts
Gifts for Men – Local Options for the Gift Giving Season
23
Nov
Nov
Gifts for men. Let’s be honest, like ‘gifts for women’, the whole concept is a bit simplistic. People are complex. Trying to pin down a stereotypical gift for these ‘guys’… […]
16
Nov
Nov
The holidays—they’re stressful. Cooking, cleaning, baking, gift giving, gift wrapping, planning, and planning noise. Noise noise noise. I’m starting to stress myself out already. I think all of us, at […]
Art and Artisans, Buy Local, Food & Drink, Local Economy, Local Gifts, Local Supply Chain, Uncategorized
Top 5 Local Economy Growth Hacks through Buying Local
31
Aug
Aug
The local economy grows by supporting small businesses more than larger corporations. Why, you ask? Well, buying from small local businesses strengthens the local supply chain and retains more of […]
Art and Artisans, Buy Local, Food & Drink, Local Gifts, Things to do, Uncategorized
How to Support Local on your Vacation
12
Aug
Aug
Whether planning a staycation or travelling abroad, it’s worth supporting local businesses in the communities you travel to. Some local businesses may have unique and artisanal souvenirs, or traditional food […]
Art and Artisans, Buy Local, Food & Drink, Local Gifts, Style, Uncategorized
Valentines Day Gifts for all of us — even you!
02
Feb
Feb
Valentines Day gifts: Asking for a friend Valentines Day is here again, and with it the PRESSURE to find perfect Valentines Day gifts. And, well, frankly to enjoy Valentines Day. […]
Art and Artisans, Buy Local, Health & Wellness, Local Gifts, Uncategorized
More than local gifts: Holiday 2021 is all about YOU.
07
Dec
Dec
You’re in for a treat this month. Why? Because in addition to plugging the many benefits of local gifts this festive season, I’m gonna get personal about my journey as […]
Art and Artisans, Buy Local, Fashion & Style, Food & Drink, Local Gifts
Local gifts. The perfect solution to supply chain anxiety.
02
Nov
Nov
Worried about that pesky supply chain? Local gifts to the rescue! As yet another pandemic festive season barrels down upon us, our thoughts turn to making the hopes and dreams […]
Art and Artisans, Buy Local, Local Gifts, Uncategorized
Local Valentine’s gifts perfect for your special person
28
Jan
Jan
Spoiler alert: This post is definitely about finding local Valentine’s gifts for that special someone. Or someone’s. Even if that someone is YOU. For a day meant to celebrate love, […]
Buy Local, Curbside Pickup, Food & Drink, Local Gifts, Local Produce, Uncategorized
Top 10 Holiday Season Traditions, COVID-Style
20
Dec
Dec
Ah, holiday season traditions. We’ve all got them, whether we like it or not. Getting your s**t together this holiday season is a little more complicated than usual. And let’s […]
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