Support Small Business!(Today and Always)

Like it or not, the holiday season is rapidly approaching. Familiar songs, sayings, and signage will be all around us. No matter where you stand on the holiday spectrum, two holiday phrases we should all love are “support small businesses” and “shop local.”

We all know the holidays are going to look very different this year. Supporting small businesses and shopping local have never been more important. These business need our collective help to survive and thrive in these tough times. Plus, nothing's better than giving a special gift that isn’t a part of a mass production chain.

One silver lining to this pandemic has been seeing some artisans and makers flourish with new creations. A maker I’m currently obsessed with is Etymalogy, Artisanal Ablution Supply Co. Straight out of Sin City, shop owner and creator Natalia crafts the most delicious candles, bath bombs, soaps, and scrubs. Everything is branded to perfection, with the cleverest of word play and most enticing product descriptions. Plus, all her products are safe for you and safe for the planet.

If you’re in need of some pampering gifts (or just some pampering for yourself), Etymalogy is the perfect place to shop! And you can feel great knowing your purchase is going to support a small business and artisan.

Over the new few weeks I’m going to highlight a few small businesses that align with the Petal + Ash ethos, and that I think you’ll enjoy as a gift for yourself or a loved one. I know holiday shopping can be stressful––so let me take some of that stress away, and help you find the perfect holiday gifts!