Christmas shopping is in full swing for most… except for me. I haven’t even started yet! I thrive under pressure. Do you? If you’re like me and need to get your shop on for the holiday season, then this post is for you!
Our gift choices are more important this year. The holiday season is meant to be joyful, and yet we can’t forget that the past 9 months have been difficult for small business owners. Many were forced to close while they watched big box stores flourish. So please, take a few moments to look over this list of local and small businesses to support this holiday season.
Spread a little holiday cheer to these amazing businesses, their dedicated founders, and their employees. I know they appreciate every single order, and every person who champions their work!
KELLYMJewelry is an independent, ethically-made handcrafted jewelry brand of small-batch, beach inspired designs. Our focus is on combining beach and ocean elements including various shells and pearls with recycled metals and fair-trade gemstones to design a luxurious collection of jewelry for every woman to enjoy without impacting the environment. We believe in producing beautifully designed and carefully crafted jewelry with a touch of luxury. Although each piece may be designed similarly, we celebrate the beauty in each element’s unique and organic shape, making each piece as unique as the woman who wears it.
Kelly (not me) and I became friends through instagram. I absolutely love her unique jewelry! It’s a little boho, a little chic and a little beach. It’s the perfect combination for everyday wear or for a more dressed up night out.
Kelly is offering 40% off to all of you through December 31st on her brand new site! Her jewelry is perfect for just about anyone. Even my 14 year old daughter loves her designs! Use code FYHOLIDAYS2020
Hello Gorgeous Boutique is a women’s boutique carrying the trendiest styles of today. Our chic and contemporary clothing and accessories are perfect for creating a variety of looks. No matter what your fashion sense is, we know you will find something from our store that you will love! We are constantly getting new arrivals in. So no matter what you are looking for, you will always find stylish options from HGB! Hello Gorgeous carries sizes Small-3X.
Hello Gorgeous is a local boutique that I shop often. Miranda, one of the owners and I became friends after she took one of my cycling classes! You can use my code “KELLYR10” to shop online at Hello Gorgeous or use it in the store to save 10% off your purchase. I’ll be doing a giveaway for this store in the coming days so keep an eye out for that on my IG
Hey y’all! I’m Karli – the gal behind Flair by KD, a design studio just for you! I took my love for design and style and created a space to help female founders and entrepreneurs’ level up their branding and online presence. My mission is to provide a brand identity that will be authentic to your business while serving your audience and most importantly feels like you. Flair takes you through a brand experience that’s fueled by research and strategy – so that your branding can live on for years to come!
I personally worked with Karli (her insta) when I rebranded Forty Young last year! She is energetic, positive and she really listened to me when I explained how I wanted my brand to feel and she delivered it.
Check out her website! She is offering 20% off all of her packages if you book before December 24th!
Flinchy’s and Home Slice are both owned by the Flinchbaugh Family. Flinchy’s was established in 2003. “We have the Train Wreck Deck with a 360 degree bar and table seating. Inside is a high energy New York Style neighborhood bar”. Home Slice, which opened in 2019 serves a few of Flinchy’s Signature items along with Pizzas, subs, salads and even ice cream from Urban Churn another Harrisburg local.
These two restaurants are our family’s go to spots. Flinchy’s is your local bar where “everyone knows your name” and you know half of the people eating there when you go. It’s the kind of place you go to for happy hour and end up staying through dinner (or later). The service is friendly and fast and the food is awesome. Home Slice is our fave pizza shop and their GiGi pizza is a must try. They also have gluten free and vegan options.
Matt Flinchbaugh and I go back 20 plus years ago when I was a waitress and he was a Bartender at restaurant in downtown Harrisburg. Matt and his family are just really good people. A few years back Matt raised a record setting $275,000 as “Man of the year” for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. He continues to be a part of that organization and serve his community.
The restaurant business has been hit the hardest the last 9 months. Think about them next time you go out to dinner or order out! I’ll be hosting a giveaway for them in the coming days so keep an eye on my IG for that!
Mabel is a brand designer for second career entrepreneurs, and the founder of Mia’s Papier, a custom wrapping paper boutique. She helps busy people who wear all the hats – like the mom who’s also the breadwinner and a community volunteer – to create lives and businesses where they’re more connected to what they love and have the freedom to enjoy it. Her clients benefit from personalized service whether it’s creating unique wrapping paper for their child’s birthday, or creating an impactful, modern brand that helps their business stand out from the crowd.
I was so excited to be connected with Mabel from Mia’s Papier through our mutual colleague Emma Givens She is a work from home mom like me and her business is so creative and unique. I absolutely love this custom wrapping paper that she made for my family! With so many friends and families being separated right now this is the perfect little “special touch” to any gift!
Stay tuned to my Instagram account for a really great giveaway from this fabulous company!
H2L Studio, LLC. is a studio in Mechanicsburg, PA. We offer a variety of classes for yoga, Pilates, barre, cycling (spin), TRX and more. Focused on helping clients create and maintain a Healthy and Holistic Lifestyle. The boutique-like fitness studio offers a variety of classes and levels. Contact us with any questions you might have. We’re here to help!
I have taught at H2L for last 4 years! I absolutely love instructing and I work with the most amazing people. For now, all of our classes have moved to online, so anyone, anywhere, can take classes! You can purchase them through H2L’s website I’m teaching Barre on Wednesdays at 8:30am for the foreseeable future! H2L is offering 10% off a package of classes for you! Just use code “FORTY10”
SUPPLY, a beautifully lit, clean + modern building with unlimited potential. Whether you are looking to grow your business or plan an event, SUPPLY is the place to make it happen! Located in the heart of Manheim, PA, we are locally owned and operated. SUPPLY offers large and small offices, co-working space, events, weddings and a photo studio. We offer an assortment of monthly membership packages for our office and co-working spaces. All memberships include the following amenities: bottomless coffee, free parking, high speed wifi, printing, and the ability to rub shoulders with individuals who strive for a community of creative thinking and business growth.
SUPPLY in Manheim is a very recent discovery of mine! I absolutely love this space! It’s light bright and airy and can be used as co-working office space (hello work from home moms like me that need to get OUT of the house once in awhile to work!), photography sessions, meetings and even weddings. Stay tuned for a giveaway from this awesome place!
Fit forward is a boutique fitness studio, dedicated to helping our clients achieve their goals with maximum results. We deliver innovative programs that accommodate every walk of life. Our friendly, knowledgeable, and professional staff will inspire, guide, motivate and support our community by helping to enhance their quality of life, one person at a time.
Jami Shields is one of my very best friends and the owner of Fit Forward. She is the most kick ass personal trainer (believe me, I know, she’s kicked mine several times). Her studio offers personal training, nutrition counseling, meal prep and group fitness classes. You can do classes or personal training via Zoom too! With the new year coming up her and her studio really offer everything you need to hit that restart button!
Be sure to follow Fit Forwards IG! They are starting their “12 Days of Christmas” deals on December 12th!
Bob Ruth Ford is a family owned and operated car dealership since 1983! We have devoted ourselves to our customers to “Change the World’s Perception of the Car Buying Experience One Customer at a Time”. We have digital solutions in place to provide our clients with top notch customer service and even offer a VIP Experience to enhance the car buying process.
This is our family business. Since the lockdown in March we’ve been working on a way to make the car buying experience fast, hassle free and contact free. We’ve finally figured it out and now anyone in the United States can buy a car from us (from your own home!) You can see all of our inventory here!
Forty Young is here to empower you – whether you’re a young woman embarking on your career, a new mom who can’t remember what sleep feels like, or an empty nester reinventing yourself after a divorce. You belong here. And whatever struggle you’re facing, let me tell you, sister: it’s going to be ok.
There’s no such thing as a cookie cutter woman or the perfect mom. I’m the real deal, sharing my stories, ditching the negativity and dropping the occasional S bomb. I’m your naughty big sister, your oldest best friend and your loving fairy godmother, all in one.
I know, shameless plug. The best part? There’s tons of things you can do to support my small business that don’t cost anything! Like one of my blog posts? Share it on your IG story, Facebook page or leave a comment or a like! These small gestures make a huge difference for myself and other bloggers just like me!
You could also follow me on Like to Know It (shop my links when I post them!), Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube and Instagram
I also recently started selling Savvi. It’s really the only active wear I wear anymore. If you’re looking for a gift this season for someone that likes to lounge or sweat, I’ve got you covered. Just head to my Savvi page, create an account with your email and use “SHARE25” when you check out to save $25 off your purchase! You can always shoot me an email or DM on one of social media channels if you need help.
At Bronzed Bunny we pride ourselves on the experience. From the moment you walk in, we want you to feel like you’re at home with your best babes. We’ve got a kick-ass team of bunnies behind the scenes working hard to make sure your experience is the best around town. Once a bunny there’s no turning back – so grab a bellini, get cozy and join us down the rabbit hole
Bronzed Bunny is my go to spot for spray tans! They are airbrushed and the color is perfect! I’ve had my brows laminated (here’s a video!) and waxed there. I’ve gotten also gotten their BB Sculpt treatment (BB Sculpt™ is an organic and non-invasive treatment that is a combination of ICE & WOOD therapies designed to diminish fat at the cellular level!) YES, it works!
You can check out all their services here! They are offering $10 in “Bunny Money” for every $50 gift card purchased and $50 off their BB Sculpt treatment. You can also call them at 717-644-6092
Konhaus Print & Marketing is a local creative, printing and marketing company in Camp Hill, PA who specializes in helping small businesses grow. Partner with Konhaus for all of your graphic design, printing, direct mail, signage, and promo product needs. To meet the team and learn more about what products and services are offered, visit us online
Konhaus Print and Marketing was one of the sponsors of “Keep it Local” after businesses could reopen in the Spring. That is how I met the owner Sarah Barr. I was more than happy to help to keep #centralpastrong
Konhaus really is a full service marketing company. If you want your logo on something, they can make it happen! They offer so many services for small businesses that really take the leg work out of your marketing needs!
My father and my grandfather were both small business owners and my husband and I own a small, family-owned business now. Small businesses are near and dear to my heart. I believe they’re the backbone of this country. They employ local people, serve local customers and help local organizations right in your own community.
I grew up watching my dad start a business from nothing and grow it into something successful. I’ve watched my husband work for years to build Bob Ruth Ford. I’ve now spent the last 9 months watching him work harder than he ever has to keep our family business alive not just for our family but for the families we employ and the community we live in.
You have the opportunity to help a business in your community by intentionally choosing where to shop this holiday season. Make a difference when you pick a gift by shopping small.
