Hello everyone!

I cannot believe the time has come for me to put together my Small Business Gift Guide for this year, but I could not be more excited. This year, especially during the holiday season, small businesses are the way to go! I have connected with so many amazing small businesses and small business owners. The products they sell weather it be essential oils, jewelry or ceramics are all created with love. As a small business owner myself I know the appreciation that comes from those who shop small, especially around the holidays. What I love about the gift ideas is that you are able to get unique, and in most cases personalized items for your loved ones, showing them you put extra thought into their gifts. They will cherish this forever. With this in mind I encourage all of you to shop small this holiday season and check out the amazing businesses in this post. I have put the links to all of their sites or socials so that you can easily contact them or vist their site to purchase.

Happy Holidays!

The Craft Studio is your go-to destination for customized items that will wow anyone on your list. They company is owned by three crafty women who offer a wide range of items from tumblers to shirts to pillows. A great gift idea is to get a custom ornament for a friend or family member. They were such a big hit for them last year and come in a range of colours, customizable to any design. You can send them a message on instagram or email them to place your order!

Instagram: @thecraftstudio.mms

Dainty Diamond is a wonderful small business I have had the pleasure connecting with over the past year. They sell high quality jewelry that fits for everyday, forever and more. Dainty Diamond sells stunning items that are perfect for anyone on your list that loves the look of dainty and delicate jewelry pieces. All of their jewelry looks amazing layered together whether it be their necklaces, bracelets or rings. Visit their site to check out their gift guide featuring personalized items and stocking stuffers. They are going to be holding a Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale all week long. Subscribe to their newsletter to be the first to know!

Website: www.daintydiamond.co

Instagram: @daintydiamondd

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Natural Soap Co. is another wonderful small business that I have connected with. As some of you may know they were included in my Small Business Gift Guide last year and I am so happy to be including them again. Natural Soap Co. is a luxurious and sustainable plant derived brand located in Kelowna, British Columbia. Everyone knows how much I love their Brow Kit as it leaves my brows in place all day and is so easy to apply. Their Tortoise Comb is the perfect addition to any gift or as a stocking stuffer. They are handmade from purified cellulose acetate which is plant-based ingredient obtained from wood pulp rather then plastic. Frizz and breakage are a thing of the past. Natural Soap co. has the perfect items for all the natural beauty and self care lovers on your list. If you are local to the Kelowna area they are also offering gift boxes that you can order!

Website: www.naturalsoapco.ca

Instagram: @naturalsoapco_

Fern & Petal is an amazing brand that I have recently been introduced to. They sell handmade and locally bottled 100% pure essential oils. Located in British Columbia, they have everything you need for any wellness lover on your list including essential oils, pure oil blends, room sprays, jewelry and much more. Give the gift of self care this year and make a set with their diffuser, essential oils and milk baths. Visit their site to purchase!

Website: www.fernandpetal.ca

Instagram: @fernandpetal.ca

NST JEWELS is an amazing jewelry brand offering pieces for everyday, forever and more! Their emerald set which includes the ‘Edith Necklace’ and ‘Eden Bracelet’ is a show stopping gift for anyone on your list this year. I love their rings as they make a statement on their own but also look amazing stacked together. All of NST JEWELS pieces are hypoallergenic, sustainable and gold filled. You can shop in store at Blend Hair and Makeup Studio located at 1-216 Oak Walk Dr. in Oakville ON or you can shop online on their website. NST JEWELS is holding a great promotion for the holiday season; Spend $100+ and get the second item 50% off.

Website: www.nstjewels.ca

Instagram: @nstjewels

The Candle House is a small business offering beautiful hand poured organic soy candles infused with phthalate and paraben free scents. There candles smell so amazing and come in the cutest packaging. You all know how much of a sucker I am for packaging, especially around the holidays. Nothing says Christmas season like a festive smelling candle that sets the mood. The Candle House is a also offering holiday gift sets that are perfect for anyone on your list this year.

Website: www.thecandlehouse.ca

Instagram: @thecandlehouseca

Okay Okay Ceramics is another small business that I discovered over the past year. They are located in Toronto and specialize in handmade small batch ceramics. All of there pieces are so stunning and I love that each one is unique. Drop 5 is releasing on November 22nd on their instagram stories, so mark your calendars and turn on their notifications to pick up pieces for anyone on your wish list. If your looking to get a gift for your furry friends, Okay Okay ceramics has something for them as well with their custom pet bowls. They are holding their pre-order right now so be sure to get your order in. Anyone who receives these ceramic pieces will be blown away by their unique beauty and design.

Website: www.okayokayceramics.com

Instagram: @okayokay_ceramics

NSTITCHED is a small business offering custom embroidered clothing. Their Etsy shop features embroidered sweatshirts, crewnecks, tote bags and pillows. They are located in Ottawa & Toronto but offer shipping worldwide. Anyone on your list would love a custom embroidered piece. Visit their website to order!

Website: nstitched.etsy.com

Instagram: @nstitched

MFKICKS designs custom footwear, creating the perfect personalized shoe, just for you. Or in this case anyone on your wish-list! Everyone loves sneakers so why not gift someone a pair but add an special personalized touch. I love MFKICKS because their work is spot on, taking my sneakers to a whole new level. You can transform an everyday shoe into something amazing and unique. Simply bring them the pair of sneakers you want personalized, pick the design and they work their magic. You will be left with such a special personalized gift that anyone would love. They are holding an exciting holiday promo starting on December 1st-25th! MFKICKS is offering 15% off select designs including their Chanel, Louis Vuitton, LV x Supreme and Dior Reflective. You will also receive festive wrapping which includes red and white tissue paper with MFKICKS hand printed for an extra special touch.

Instagram: @moveforwardkicks