Shopping local small businesses when we are buying gifts is our favorite way to shop. Especially around the holidays! I always feel like you’re giving two gifts at once when you can buy from a small business. When it’s a local one that can support your home community, that’s even better! Since Rochester, NY is the city we call home, I’m picking eight gifts that you can purchase to show some love to this community.
- This beautiful Architecture of Rochester, NY print from the Etsy shop for Max Wilkins Illustrations.
- This cozy sweatshirt with a reminder to Support Your Local Girl Gang from local shop Peppermint, which is a nod to a lovely Rochester business, Roc Girl Gang.
- Any of the candles from Light My Candle Co., like this yummy sounding Cranberry Marmalade one.
- This stunning hand-sewn leather bag from local artisan Carrie George.
- These hand bleached vegan sweats for those who haven’t gotten their tie-dye fix yet from local shop saintvegann.
- This eco-friendly Straw and Chopstick Travel Set or this machine washable Paper Grocery Bag from Branch Homestead.
- These beautiful handmade Rose Quartz Stacker Rings from Madison Sophia Jewelry.
- A bottle of Bourbon Cream from Black Button Distilling for a little extra warmth this winter.
There are so many amazing makers in Rochester, it was tough to choose just eight! If you’re looking for a few more ideas, check out The Market at The Armory. They have an amazing listing of artisans that you can frequently find at the market, and there are some incredible finds!
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