10/14/2026
October is the unofficial *official* start to âbusyâ season for retailers, makers, small businesses & communities.
Each year these folks go above and beyond to specially select product, create by-hand, source unique pieces, design spectacular displays, curate special events, and think outside of the box.
Literally. Outside of the big box stuff.
Itâs really easy to walk into a large retailer or click the âadd to cartâ button. We all do it.
But what if you actually found time to visit one of your favorite quaint towns or destinations that youâve been wanting to?
What if you discovered that there is more meaning behind just stopping into one of these special placesâbecause thereâs a real person with a big heart behind the entire experience.
What if you bought with intention, knowing that youâre also helping keep someoneâs dream alive?
As you begin or continue your holiday gifting this season, remember to make your shopping extra special for yourself, these places, and your people this holiday season.
Because maybe the small ones hold all of the magic afterallâ¨
