* This post is in partnership with Ohio. Find It Here.
More than ever shopping locally matters when buying gifts for friends and family. Supporting small businesses keeps your area entrepreneurs thriving. Whether you shop in person at markets or online, every purchase is an investment in the growth of your community.
I’ve partnered with Ohio. Find it Here. to curate a list of some of my favorite small businesses you should shop with this season. You are sure to find something for everyone on your list.
Art
The gift of art is truly a thoughtful gift. Not only is it environmentally friendly, as local art is not mass-produced, buying art directly from local artists helps small businesses in your community. I’ve come across many local artists in the Toledo area who are so talented. Each person listed below are artists I’ve purchased from or I’m planning on purchasing from very soon. The list contains a wide variety of different types of art but all are very pleasing to the eye. They are all amazing artists.
Bancroft and the Orchard
Artist: Lisa Grizaniuk
https://www.bancroftandtheorchard.com
Instagram @bancroftandtheorchard
Padgett Covid Art
Artist: Brooke Padgett/David Padgett
https://www.etsy.com/shop/padgettcovidart
Instagram @padgettcovidart
Michelle Marie Mears Art
Artist: Michelle Marie Mears
https://www.mmmearsart.com/
Instagram @mmmearsart
Elyse Frances Art & Design
Artist: Elyse Frances
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ElyseFrancesArt
Instagram @elyse.frances
Jax & Kate Art Studio
Artist: Kaity
https://www.etsy.com/shop/JaxandKate
Instagram @jaxandkate.art
Katrina Niswander
Artist: Katrina Niswander
https://www.katrinaniswander.com/shop
Instagram @katrinanart
Art By Cyd
Artist: Cydnee
Instagram @artbycyd_2.0
Jewelry
I love a great pair of handmade earrings. I used to make earrings myself so I know the time, effort, and investment needed to make each piece. Gifting a pair of earrings from any one or all of these local earrings designers would make anyone happy. Unique gifts always win.
Co-Curated
Designer: Colleen Yappueying
https://www.co-curated.com/
Instagram @co.curated
Rae Handmade
Designer: Alex Kania
https://www.etsy.com/shop/RaeHandmadeShop
Instagram @rae_handmade
Sage Kimani Co.
Designer: Sage Price
https://www.etsy.com/shop/SageKimaniCo
Instagram @sagekimanico
The Promise Earrings
Designer: Laneisha Pickens
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ThePromiseEarrings
Instagram @thepromise_earrings
Clay Made Co.
Designer: Emily
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ClayMadeCompany
Instagram @clay_madeco
Hexa Handmade
Designer: Elissa
https://www.etsy.com/shop/HexaHandmade
Fiber Art
Street Spun
Designer: Street Spun
https://www.etsy.com/shop/streetspun
Instagram @streetspun
419 Fiber
Designer: Jill
https://www.etsy.com/shop/419Fiber
Instagram @419fiber
Flourish in Fibers
Designer: Tiara Miller
https://www.etsy.com/shop/flourishinfibers
Instagram @flourishinfiber
Photography/Videography
Photography is the gift that lasts. Gifting a portrait session with a professional photographer is an unforgettable experience and the ultimate gift of love. Below are a few of my favorites in the 419. After looking through their portfolios it may be difficult to select just one. If that is the case, just book a session with all of them.
Tyson Hughes
https://www.tysonhughes.com/
Instagram: @tysonhughesphoto
Doug Hinebaugh
https://dougiefreshphotography.com/
Instagram @thedougiefresh
Rob Wagner
http://www.manoverboard.photos/
Instagram @manoverboardimages
Grant Beachy
http://www.grantbeachy.com/
Instagram @grantbeachy
Lang Thombre
https://wanderingwolf.passgallery.com/portfolio
Instagram @wandering.wolf
James Dickerson
https://www.dirtykics.com
Instagram @dirtykics
Marquis Martinez
https://www.wanderistco.com/
Instagram @marqatlas
Ellen Dziubek
https://www.ellendziubek.com/film
Instagram @ellendziubek
Noah
https://www.greeneyephotography.com/
Instagram @greeneye_photo
Mariah Maddox
https://www.viewsbyri.com/
Instagram @viewsbyri
Maddie K.
Instagram @capturedbykotak
Anna White
Instagram @annawhitephotography
Nick Corbin
http://nickcorbinproductions.com
Instagram @nickcorbinproductions
Plants
Giving the gift that grows is the ultimate classic gift. Plants are beautiful to look at but also help one stay in touch with nature while improving a person’s overall mood.
Green Crow Plants
Instagram @greencrowplants
Glass City Succulents
https://glass-city-succulents.square.site
Instagram @glass.city.succulents
Hoen’s Garden Center
https://www.hoensgardencenter.com/
@hoensgardencenter
Bensell Greenhouse
https://www.bensellgreenhouse.com/
Instagram @bensell_greenhouse
Bath & Body Care
Handmade soap and body care products are for everyone on your list. These makers have everything you need to pamper your loved one this season.
Toledo Soap Company
https://toledosoap.com/
Instagram @toledosoapco
Hollow Moon Apothecary
Instagram @hollowmoonapothecary
Sonia Organics
https://sonia-organics.com
Instagram @soniaorganics
Vintage Shops
Giving the gift of vintage is special in so many ways. Handpicking a vintage piece is a lot more personal than picking up something from the mall. It takes time and patience to find the perfect piece. Usually that vintage piece is one of a kind which makes the gift even more special. Check out the below local vintage shops to start your search now.
The Weekender Vintage
https://theweekenderfashion.com/shop
Instagram @theweekenderfashion
Collected Goods
Instagram @amanda.m.murray.collected
Good Goods Vintage Shop
Instagram @goodgoodsvintageshop
Two Dog Vintage Shop
Instagram @twodogvintage_toledo
The Seductive Duck Vintage
https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheSeductiveDuck
Land of Bohemian
Instagram @land.of.bohemian
Knock 3 Times Vintage
Instagram @knock3times_vintage
House of Dow
https://www.houseofdow.com
Instagram @houseofdow
Home & Decor
A unique light fixture or an amazing-smelling candle? Both make great gifts. Gifts for the home help one love it even more.
Toledo Lamp Company
https://www.toledolampcompany.com/
Instagram @toledo_lamp_company
Total Meltdown Candle Co
https://www.etsy.com/shop/TotalMeltdownCandles
Instagram @totalmeltdowncandleco
Riverfront Candles
https://riverfrontcandleco.com
Instagram @riverfrontcandles
Hyggelight and The Growing Candle
https://www.thegrowingcandle.com
@thegrowingcandle
Unique Experiences
Gifts of unique experiences like a custom picnic, a special dining experience, or a fun day at a selfie museum are memorable gifts. Especially if it’s something the person receiving the gift does normally seek out to do themselves. These, in my opinion, are the best gifts.
Picnic Perfect
Instagram @picnicperfect419
Destination Picnic
https://www.destinationpic.com/
Instagram @destination_picnic
Fowl & Fodder: Chef’s Table
https://www.fowlandfodder.com
Instagram @fowlandfodderdowntown
Brim House: Chef’s Table
Instagram @brimhousetol
AList Selfie Experience
Instagram @alistselfieexperience
Coffee
Your coffee-loving friends will love getting a gift card and bag of coffee from one of these local coffee shops. The 419 has some pretty amazing coffee shops so you can’t go wrong. Most of the coffee shops also have apparel, drinkware, and at-home coffee-making accessories to also choose from.
Maddie & Bella Coffee Roasters
https://mb-toledo.square.site/retail-coffee
Instagram @maddieandbellacoffeeroasters
The Onyx Cafe
https://theonyxcafe.com
Instagram @theonyxcafe
Sip Coffee
https://www.siptoledo.com
Instagram @sipcoffee
Rustbelt Coffee
https://rustbeltcoffee.co
Instagram @rustbeltcoffee
Plate One
https://platecafes.com
Instagram @plateonecafe
Plate 21
https://platecafes.com
Instagram @plate21
The Flying Joe
https://www.theflyingjoe.com
Instagram @theflyingjoe
GrindHrs Co
Instagram @grindhrsco
Flatlands Coffee
https://www.flatlandscoffee.com
Instagram @flatlandscoffee
Brew House Coffee & Bake Shop
https://brew-house-coffee-bake-shop.square.site
Instagram @brewhousemaumee
Brew Coffee Bar
https://www.orderbrewtoledo.com
Instagram @brewtoledo
Black Kite Coffee
Instagram @blackkitecoffee
The Bards Coffee
Instagram @thebardscoffee
Almost Human Coffee
Instagram @almosthumancoffee
Apparel
If you’re looking for the gift of Toledo Pride, start at these local shops. You’ll have everything you need to help your loved one rep their city in style.
Jupmode
https://www.jupmode.com
Instagram @jupmode
Midwest Kids
https://www.wemidwestkids.com
Instagram @wemidwestkids
Mudmade
https://mudmade.com
Instagram @imfromthemud
The Gift of Lights
Take the family on the ultimate road trip on the Ohio Holiday Lights Trail. The trail has 42 stops and millions of lights to see. Get on the trail!
Shana Was Here 