Charleston, SC is one of my favorite cities. It has so much charm, liveliness, and an amazing selection of restaurants and bars. If you’re a foodie like myself, Charleston is one of the best cities to eat and drink in (in my opinion). So, when my cousin told me he was friends with the ownerContinue reading “Keith Benjamin”
Author Archives: Michella Hand
Abby Kirkman Quilts
Growing up my Grandmother and Great Aunt used to make my brother and I scarves, hats, mittens, and blankets. So when I came across this next small business that specializes in quilting, it reminded me so much of these items that I now have for my family. Abby Kirkman’s quilts are beautiful, colorful, and canContinue reading “Abby Kirkman Quilts”
Birthday Weekend in Newport, RI
Newport, RI is known for its beautiful mansions, ocean view, and quant shops, restaurants and bars. When I was searching for a place to visit and ring in my birthday this year, Newport seemed like the perfect spot. It was an adventurous weekend full of mansion tours, drinks by the ocean, and amazing food (especiallyContinue reading “Birthday Weekend in Newport, RI”
Champé Handcrafted Berkshire Bubbly
I love finding a refreshing and tasty drink for the summer. This next small business created one on the heels of the canned seltzer boom. DJ and Brody DiBuono set out to make a canned champagne cocktail that people could enjoy with friends, family, at the beach, on a rooftop, at a BBQ, etc., andContinue reading “Champé Handcrafted Berkshire Bubbly”
Katie Stack Illustrates
I’m a card person. I like to give them and receive them. It’s the one thing I request I receive on my birthday, anniversary, holiday, etc. from my Husband because it’s so personal and thoughtful. So, when I was referred to this next small business I was absolutely thrilled. Katie, the talented illustrator behind KatieContinue reading “Katie Stack Illustrates”
Eric De Feo
I had the pleasure of meeting this next entrepreneur during a small business event with the Hudson Business Coalition (how fitting!). Eric is not only on the board for HBCi but he also owns two unique businesses of his own in Hudson and Catskill, NY. The drive behind his entrepreneurial spirit and opening his ownContinue reading “Eric De Feo”
Hudson Valley Skin Care
For the holiday’s I was gifted a basket of small business items from the Hudson Valley in New York. If you know me, you know this gift was completely up my alley. In the basket I received skin care products including lip balm, room spray and soap. I was impressed with all of the itemsContinue reading “Hudson Valley Skin Care”
Catskill Mountain Woodworking
Who doesn’t appreciate and love a quality made cutting board and charcuterie board that they can add to their kitchen? I know I do! This next company has the most beautiful handcrafted selection of wood cutting boards and charcuterie boards. Everyone I know who has one, including myself, LOVES theirs. What’s even better is thatContinue reading “Catskill Mountain Woodworking”
Bramble Grove Boutique, Inc.
You all know how much I love florals and jewelry, so this next company caught my eye immediately. Jolinda makes the most beautiful handmade botanical products, ranging from earrings, to bookmarks, to car coasters. Everything is hand pressed and created out of her shop in Ballston Spa. Not only are all the items in herContinue reading “Bramble Grove Boutique, Inc.”
Austin Urban
Being a part of a family business can be stressful, demanding, and yet very rewarding. It’s not for everyone, but it was a starting point for this thriving twenty-eight-year-old entrepreneur. Not only is Austin hands on in the family businesses, but he also has created a name for himself within his own business ventures. FromContinue reading “Austin Urban”
Michella Hand 