Shop Small Saturday: Our Favorite Finds for Thoughtful Gifting

Small Business Saturday is the perfect opportunity to support local businesses and discover unique gifts for everyone on your list. From Orlando favorites to distinctive online shops, we’ve curated top picks across various categories: hostess gifts, travel essentials, cozy comforts, self-care treats, and more. Let’s explore!

Hostess Gifts

Express your gratitude to hosts with these delightful selections:

Modest Wine: Offering a curated selection of natural wines, Modest Wine provides eco-conscious and sophisticated gift bundles perfect for wine enthusiasts.
Simply Cheese: Located on Aloma Avenue in Winter Park, this specialty store features artisanal cheeses and complementary accompaniments like charcuterie boards and jams, with ready-made gift sets for easy gifting.
The Courtesy: For cocktail aficionados, consider their house-made bitters or a bar tool set, adding an Orlando flair to mixology gifts.
Golden Hour Candle Co.: Handcrafted soy candles with seasonal scents like ‘Winterberry & Fir’ make for thoughtful, cozy hostess gifts.
Bee’s Wrap: Keep your journey eco-friendly with reusable items from Bee’s Wrap. Their sustainable food wraps are great for storing snacks and reducing waste during your travels.

Travel Must-Haves

For the frequent traveler or adventurer:

1. Lo & Sons: Start with the ultimate travel bag that combines style and functionality. Lo & Sons, a family-owned business, offers sustainable and lightweight travel bags perfect for every occasion. Their Catalina Deluxe Tote is a fan favorite for weekend trips.
2. Pact: Looking good and feeling comfortable is essential for travel. Pact offers sustainable and cozy travel basics, like their organic cotton leggings and hoodies. These pieces are versatile and eco-friendly, making them great for the road or the skies.
3. Plaine Products: Ditch single-use plastics with travel bottles from Plaine Products. This small business specializes in refillable and eco-conscious personal care products, perfect for keeping you fresh on the go.
4. Bobo’s: Healthy and delicious snacks are a travel essential. Bobo’s makes wholesome oat bars that are easy to pack and satisfying for long trips. Plus, they’re gluten-free and come in a variety of flavors to suit every taste.
5. Nimble: Stay connected with tech accessories from Nimble, a small business dedicated to sustainable electronics. Their portable chargers and cords are compact, stylish, and environmentally friendly.

Soft & Cozy

Wrap your loved ones in warmth this season:

Florida Quilt Network: The Florida Quilt Network connects quilters and fabric enthusiasts across the Sunshine State, offering a comprehensive directory of quilt shops, events, and resources to inspire creativity and celebrate the art of quilting. Explore their shop directory to find local quilting treasures near you!
Sweet Dreams PJ Co.: Luxurious pajamas and cozy loungewear sets that make the ultimate winter gift.
Hearth & Soul: Known for their curated home finds, including beautiful throws, cozy slippers, and chic candles.

Self-Care Splurges

Encourage relaxation and rejuvenation:

Asheville Tea Company: Celebrates local Asheville and Southeast US farmers with unique tea blends. Join their presale list now and help support as they rebuild from Hurricane Helene.
Buff City Soap: Buff City Soap is a unique soap-making shop that creates handcrafted, plant-based bath and body products free of harsh chemicals. Known for their customizable soaps, bath bombs, and skincare items, each product is freshly made in-store to ensure quality and personalization. With a commitment to eco-friendly and cruelty-free practices, Buff City Soap delivers self-care with a creative, feel-good twist. Perfect for those seeking luxurious, natural products that are as fun as they are functional!
The Salt Room Orlando: Salt therapy sessions make a unique gift for relaxation and wellness.
Sage and Bloom: This Orlando boutique sells handmade soaps, bath bombs, and candles perfect for a DIY spa day.

A Touch of Sparkle

Add some shine with these jewelry selections:

Dora Mae Jewelry: Located in Orlando, Dora Mae offers one-of-a-kind statement pieces that blend vintage elements with modern design, perfect for those seeking unique accessories.
Orlando Jewelers: A family-owned business offering custom designs and a wide selection of fine jewelry, catering to diverse tastes and styles.
Frost + Bloom: Gorgeous everyday statement pieces crafted by a local Orlando designer.

In the Home

Enhance living spaces with these thoughtful gifts:

Etoile Boutique: Located in Orlando’s Milk District, Etoile Boutique offers a curated selection of vintage clothing, handmade jewelry, and unique home goods, making it a treasure trove for distinctive home décor.
We Love Plants LLC: Situated on East Livingston Street, this boutique plant shop specializes in rare and exotic plants, perfect for adding a touch of greenery to any home.
Palmer’s Garden & Goods: A staple in Orlando, Palmer’s offers a wide variety of plants, garden supplies, and unique home goods, ideal for both gardening enthusiasts and those looking to spruce up their living spaces.
The Ancient Olive: Located on Park Avenue, this gourmet shop offers a vast selection of premium olive oils, balsamic vinegars, and specialty foods, perfect for culinary enthusiasts.
Mockingbird Apothecary & General Store: Situated in Longwood, this charming shop offers natural wellness and beauty products, including eco-friendly home goods and organic remedies, making it a perfect destination for unique home gifts.

Bookstores to Explore

For the book lovers in your life, consider these local gems:

The New Romantics: Orlando’s first romance-only bookstore, offering a diverse range of romance genres and authors, creating a safe and inclusive space for all romance readers.
Writer’s Block Bookstore: Located in Winter Park, this independent bookstore offers a wide selection of books across genres, along with author events and book clubs, fostering a vibrant literary community.