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The final day of our Holiday 2021 shop small gift guide features Portland based Hear Here cards. The perfect gift for anyone looking to improve their self-care practices.
“Hear Here is a 24-card illustrated oracle card deck and guidebook. Each illustration has been created in concert with a series of accessible self-care practices described in the accompanying guidebook. The intention is that these practices can be done anywhere, at any time.”


You can purchase the cards from their website, or shop online or in person at one of their many retailers.  If you’re interested in more ways to further your journey of self and soul, definitely check out Forest Stone and Sea. “Forest, Stone and Sea was born of a love for nature and the elements of spirit- a need for deep self care mixed with a variety of tools and self care items to create sacred space, ritual, meditation, and relaxation…” 

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Day 7 of our Holiday 2021 shop small gift guide is from one of my absolute favorite milliners, Lovely Bird. Combining fashion with ethical production practices, Lovely Bird is definitely the perfect gift for the ecofriendly lady in your life.

“AT LOVELY BIRD, WE BELIEVE THAT OUR VALUES ARE REFLECTED IN WHAT WE WEAR. THIS IS WHY WE USE CRUELTY-FREE MATERIALS OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY AND EMBRACE A SUSTAINABLE METHOD OF PRODUCTION.  EACH HAT BODY IS PRODUCED BY SKILLED MILLINERS IN THE U.S.A. AND FINISHES ARE COMPLETED IN HOUSE BY OWNER, JAIME HASKELL. ALONG WITH OUR COMMITMENT TO CRAFTSMANSHIP, WE VALUE ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND INCORPORATE UNIQUE ACCENTS SOURCED FROM COMMUNITIES AROUND THE WORLD INTO OUR DESIGNS, MAKING EACH LOVELY BIRD HAT AS ONE-OF-A-KIND AS THE WOMAN WHO WEARS IT.”

http://www.shoplovelybird.com

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Day 6 of our holiday 2021 shop small gift guide is the perfect gift for the kids in your life or for anyone who wants to connect to their inner child. Viking in Love is the heartwarming story written and illustrated by my brother in law Doug Cenko. Published by Viking press and penguin books you can also shop online and  support Roscoe Books, an independent bookshop in Chicago. 

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Day 4. Giving Back with Exilior Coffee.

“Each box contains two bags of our Savannah and Champion coffees, an Exilior-branded hand-made ceramic mug, and an Exilior Organic cotton tea towel. 

10% of all purchases will directly support KICE Foundation. Kikuyu Constituency Education Foundation (KICE) is a registered Independent foundation founded in 2013 which gives scholarship to Bright and Needy Children from Kikuyu Constituency.”

http://www.exilior.com

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Day 3. Handmade scarves from Ketzali Accessories, Guatemala.

Day 3 of our holiday 2021 shop-small gift guide features Ketzali accessories. One of my absolute favorite textile designers. Working with artisans in Guatemala to create a line of handwoven scarves and ponchos. The quality and colors are amazing. “Our scarves are handmade by skilled artisans in Guatemala. Each scarf is one of a kind, made with care and dedicated skill.. 25% from this sale will be donated to charity.”
















All photos courtesy of Ketzali 





http://www.Ketzali.com


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Day #2 Strand Book Store. NYC 





Photo courtesy of Strand Book Store





Strand Book Store has been a New York City establishment for 94 years. Continuing to be family-owned and operated, this business is truly a gem. Shining bright for literature enthusiasts across the world, their dedication  to the written word can not be understated. “ Today, the Strand carries over 2.5 million used, new, and rare books, covering topics as far-ranging as occult to philosophy to finance. The store also offers an ever-changing array of literary gifts and goods from Moleskines to coffee mugs, and everything in-between…” All the more reason to support this institution and shop family-owned for your holidays and beyond.










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The Sounds of Strand Tote Bag, $19.95.





Graphic Skyline Socks, $9.95





Adam Pendleton: Who is the Queen?: A Reader, $45.00





Main Location





828 Broadway at 12th Street
New York, NY 10003
Monday-Sunday
10:00am – 8:00pm
Used Book Buying Desk, Saturday 10am – 2pm





www.strandbooks.com







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12 Days of our Favorite Finds from Small Business around the country.





Day #1 Imogene and Willie. Nashville,Tennessee.





The “bolt” tee collection.  Photo courtesy of Imogene and Willie





Known for their impeccable American-made denim this brand has grown to include a wide range of apparel.  The collection now includes tops, jackets, pants and accessories for men and women. If you can’t make it to their  converted gas station, turned store in Nashville, no worries. Everything is available online. We especially love the limited edition “bolt” tee.





The “bolt” tee. Photo courtesy of Imogene and Willie.





” we’re excited to announce the limited-edition return of one of our beloved (and most requested) t-shirts from our archive. each one is small-batch dyed, washed, and printed here in Nashville, TN.” A perfect gift for anyone with laid back style. Shirts are available for $68.00 at http://www.imogeneandwillie.com 





The “bolt” tee. Photo courtesy of Imogene and Willie.


On the Menu: Leonard’s Bakery in Honolulu
 

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From Portugal to Hawaii, their Malasadas are a MUST for your trip to Oahu.










I must admit, my first experience with Leonard’s Bakery was under the best possible circumstances. It was my first trip to Hawaii, and I was traveling with my husband, sister and three friends. As we were leaving Honolulu, my friend insisted we stop at Leonard’s for road trip sustenance. Never being one to turn down baked treats, of course I agreed. If you are wondering exactly what Malasadas are, their website has the best explanation.










“A malasada is a Portugese doughnut without a hole. We fry generously-sized balls of dough until it’s golden brown on the outside and light & fluffy on the inside.





We started making malasadas as part of the Portugese tradition for Shrove Tuesday back in 1953. Now, we make them continuously everyday. We are Hawaii’s original malasada™ bakery. “
















There’s always a line out the door. That means you leave with a box of fresh and hot “donuts without a hole.” I’m no stranger to donuts. I have a substantial amount of comparisons in my culinary experiences. Without a doubt the pieces of sugar heaven that come from Leonard’s Bakery are at the top of my list. As far as road road trip snacks, they are the perfect accompaniment to the breathtaking drive up the coast of Oahu.

















 





Once we arrived at our North Shore destination, our box was empty.  Nevertheless, our stomachs and hearts were full and ready for the next adventure.





Leonard’s Bakery
933 Kapahulu Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96816





Daily 5:30am to 7:00pm





https://www.leonardshawaii.com














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