In celebration of the Lunar New Year and in light of the rise in hate crimes towards Asian...
Five Women-Owned, Small Business Fashion Boutiques You Should Know
As someone who is passionate about local small businesses (hence this blog!), it’s times like this (#COVID19) that...
a seat at the table for small businesses
This holiday season, much like most of mine, are filled with little local touches. This year, I wanted...
why supporting small business matters: big box shops rip off indie artists
Many believe in the “originality is dead” mantra. Now, I’m not here to argue if that is true...
party planning like a local: Chicago-made party supplies, goods and more!
One thing I love about supporting small businesses is that there’s a business, entrepreneur or maker for everything....
my love affair with local shops
So, it’s no surprise to many of you that I have an intense passion (not an obsession –...
10 Easy Ways to Support Small Businesses in the New Year
It’s that awkward, yet magical, time of year when it’s after the holidays, but not yet the new...
The Downside to Shopping Small
Shopping small is fantastic – clearly – since I have a whole blog about it. There’s no better...
How to Find Local Makers, Businesses and Shopping Small
A lot of people ask me how I find local makers, artists, shops and small businesses. And to...
shopping small in KC for the dapper man in your life
Today’s post is dedicated to the “dapper fella” and how to make him come to life while supporting...