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”
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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”
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.”
LippyClip
I don’t go anywhere without my chapstick. It also takes me longer than it should to find my chapstick at the bottom of my purse every time I want it. When I found this next company, I was so excited because I had found a solution to my chapstick searching problem! Not only does LippyClipContinue reading “LippyClip”
Small Business Spotlight: Hudson Valley Apparel
I’m a sucker for any type of apparel that represents New York, my area, and my hometown. This next small business was created by someone who also felt that their area was so unique and beautiful, why not show it off to the world? What started as a vision in 2020 quickly turned into aContinue reading “Small Business Spotlight: Hudson Valley Apparel”
Saratoga Garlic
I love garlic. It is one ingredient I almost always cook with and incorporate into recipes. This next company was created by a Saratoga Springs family on their 10-acre garlic farm, where they grow, harvest, develop and make their famous garlic based products. You can find their delicious aioli’s and pickled garlic at various retailContinue reading “Saratoga Garlic”
Michella Hand 