Artisan & Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2025
Annual Artisan & Small Business Holiday Gift Guide 2025
This Christmas, support independent artisans and small brands, where the dollars you spend end up in the hands of the people who make the products.
Every year I create Facebook and Instagram posts in which I invite small business owners and creators to share their products, as a shopping guide of sorts. I will update this post as their comments get posted, and if you scroll down, I’ve included their comments from past years, as long as the links still work or the products still exist.
HAPPY SHOPPING !!!
“I'm from Ukraine and these little cups of sgrafito are mine! Aren't these so gorgeous! Beautiful set came out! Here is my store https://www.etsy.com/shop/Lihtar. You will find a lot of interesting sgrafito ceramics, as well as cookies from a master from Ukraine.” Olga at Lhitar in Dnipro, Ukraine
“I make goat milk soap, lotion, and shampoo bars. They are made with milk from our farm’s Nigerian Dwarf goats. https://greyhavenfarms.com/” #Greyhavenfarms in Hudson KY
“I make colorful vegan bar soaps https://enchantedsoapsnm.etsy.com” Hannah at Luneaux Apothecary in Albuquerque, NM
“Hello! I’m Kate and I’m an alcoholic. Today I am sober and living a beautiful life in recovery!
In my desperation to get out of active addiction and change my life I knew my loved ones had also suffered trama, especially my kids. Doing my best to help them during this difficult time in life I searched for resources to help them, but discouraged I found little so I wrote them a book.
Long story short, I recently illustrated my book, in clay, and published it! It can be found on Amazon, Kate can’t Stop. It is written using a metaphor to describe the behaviors and feelings of the addict and loved ones. It is a book to open the conversation about addiction between people, and bring understanding and hope for recovery.” Kate at Pretty Dirt Pottery in Roseau, MN
“@independentgoods focuses on small batch from the US and Europe, we also write story cards about each maker that are given with purchase - whether at our Ketchum, Idaho, shop or online purchases. Our mission is to celebrate the art of craft and the stories behind them.” https://independentgoods.com/ Mark and Susan at Independent Goods in Ketchum, ID
“I create illustrations to turn into prints! https://www.etsy.com/shop/KatieIllustratesShop“ Katie at Katie Illustrates in Forty Fort, PA
“We make skin care out of 44 different plants and cacti from the desert. www.arizonasun.com” Lindsey at Arizona Sun in Scottsdale, AZ
https://www.etsy.com/shop/BeadAndCraftStash in Coeur d’Alene, ID
“I make small-batch handmade stoneware pottery that is meant to add art, connectedness, and intention to daily life. Microwave and dishwasher safe. https://stellancworks.com/” Erin at Stella Pottery in Stella, NC
“Hi! I sell original art, a tarot deck I designed & illustrated inspired by Slavic mythology and folklore (The Slavic Tarot), jewelry, and occasional other things I make. I also sell signed copies of my books (two fantasy adventure novels, likewise loosely inspired by Slavic folklore). I’m happy to do custom orders, too! https://www.etsy.com/shop/artbymaimurray” Melissa at Maimurray in Blacksburg, VA
“Army socks just in time for Army v Navy! https://gear.lunarbranding.com/collections/army Use code “GOARMY” for free shipping!” Greg at Lunar Branding
“We make Old Grad inspired candles at Old Grad Candle Company! https://oldgradcandlecompany.com” Sherri at Old Grad Candle Company in Dallas, TX
“I spin yarn and knit one of a kind hats and scarves https://artisans.coop/pages/seller-profile/knitzy-fiberlicious” Ze at Knitzy Fiberlicious in New Orleans, LA
https://www.etsy.com/shop/JazzyAppleGal Diane at Jazzy Apple Gal in Hayden, ID
“I am a self-published science fiction author. If you are looking for a signed addition for the reader in your life, check out https://www.zddeanbooks.com/signedbooks” Z.D. Dean
“I make a variety of handmade goodies, including foraged nature jewelry, micro crochet bookmarks and jewelry, resin work, beading, sewn hair accessories and more! Find my handmade shops at https://atypicallyartistic.com and https://artisans.coop/pages/seller-profile/atypically-artistic” Thera at Atypically Artistic in Bothell, WA
”I handcraft “Jewelry for Your Home & Garden” from locally recycled copper, fused glass and found objects. Our “Window Jewelry” is a Best Seller https://www.ambrzart.com/” Amber at Ambrz Art in Humboldt County, CA
“I create gorgeous handspun yarns and wool batts for spinning and felting, using local and American grown wools. Find me at https://www.etsy.com/shop/stannesspindle!” Anna at St. Anne’s Spindle in Covington, KY
“Check out LaRose Chocolates for artisan gluten free and celiac safe chocolates (so gluten free you won’t even notice) Holiday preorders are open with a special holiday assortment. https://www.etsy.com/shop/larosechocolates” Sarah at LaRose Chocolates in Coventry, RI
“My name is Sherri, and I make funky zipper pouches and handbags with eclectric fabrics and crochet beanies and some baby clothes. I love my hobby, it brings me so much joy, and I get to buy the coolest fabric! https://www.etsy.com/shop/minoubeedo” Sherri at Minou Beedo Boutique in Norfolk, VA
“I make a variety of usable (mostly real flower) items out of epoxy including guitar picks, bookmarks, refillable notebooks, dice, ornaments, trinket dishes, coasters, etc. Customs are always open as well! Www.twoparttreasures.com” Alyssa at Two Part Treasures in Howell, MI
“I make jewelry both from locally sourced beads and charms as well as a lot of upcycled pieces. I lean towards the geeky and quirky side of things, and I try to keep everything affordable for those who want to show off their style or buy a unique gift for someone but can't always afford standard jewelry prices. https://artisans.coop/pages/seller-profile/lemonescence” Rhiannon at Lemonescence in Austin, TX
“My creations include nature inspired photographic art and jewelry (mostly earrings and necklaces). You can find my online presences at https://artisanspaces.blogspot.com/p/eclectic-design-choices.html, including my Artisans Cooperative shop.” Cathy at Eclectic Design Choices in Arlington, TX
“My Herbal Apothecary creates organic herbal remedies www.myherbalapothecary.com” Heidi at My Herbal Apothecary in Pequea, PA
And if you’re coming to this guide with not much time left to shop, see my 2024 blog post: Very Last-minute Christmas Gift Ideas: https://stellancworks.com/blogs/stella-nc-works-blog/very-last-minute-christmas-gift-ideas