Support Small Businesses for Holiday Shopping

Small Business Saturday is just one day, but supporting small businesses is a good idea any time of year! The greater Sacramento area has hundreds of small, locally owned businesses that need support, especially during the holiday season. 

Big-box stores and goliath online retailers may dominate the retail space, but our communities are filled with small businesses that depend on holiday sales to make ends meet. When you shop at small businesses, not only does your dollar stay local, every purchase strengthens our communities in a way that big corporations can’t. Best of all, you can rest assured knowing everyone on your list will receive a thoughtful, unique gift that’s not made in an overseas factory. Whether you’re looking for local food products or bath and beauty items, clothing or home décor, small businesses in Sacramento carry it all. Following is our list of the best small businesses to support this holiday season.

Jam Baby | Oak Park

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If you have a little one on your list, pay a visit to this adorable children’s boutique in Sacramento’s Oak Park neighborhood. They offer clothing, toys and gifts for babies and children up to nine years old. They also carry must-have baby essentials and a few gifts for mama too. Their products are all ethically made from eco-friendly materials so you can feel good about your purchases!

Deer Creek Farm | Rocklin

When you shop at this one-of-a-kind boutique in Rocklin, not only are you supporting a small business, you’re helping those in need. All proceeds go to the non-profit Compassion Planet, which supports at-risk foster youth. The gift shop has a wide variety of items, including farmhouse-style décor, kitchenware, holiday items, and much more.               

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Luxe | West Sacramento

This one-of-a-kind gift shop in West Sacramento truly has something for everyone on your list. Kitchenware, jewelry, home décor, and bath products are just a few of the things you’ll find here. They specialize in clothing in a range of styles to suit any taste.

French Quarter | El Dorado

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Located in the quaint town of El Dorado, this little boutique and home store has a well-curated collection of gifts. Candles, clothing, skin care, jewelry, and holiday décor are just a few of the items you’ll find here. They also sell grab-and-go goodies from Placerville-based Shorty’s Gelato and Bakery, including chocolates, toffee, and cookies.

Nudge Eco Store | Midtown

If you like shopping with purpose, consider a visit to this eco-conscious shop in Midtown Sacramento. They promote a sustainable, low-waste lifestyle with their curated selection of Earth-friendly products. Reusable paper towels, beauty oil, soy candles, and wooden toys all make great gifts. They also have a selection of books about getting started on an eco-friendly journey.

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The Flower Farm Gift Shop | Loomis

This women-owned store in Loomis is much more than a gift shop! Sure, they have a curated collection of home décor, bath products, and jewelry. But they’re also a full-fledged nursery too, with a wide variety of plants and garden accessories. They also host special events such as vendor pop-ups and hands-on workshops.

Winters Collective | Winters

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If you want to support local artisans this holiday season, consider shopping at this curated gift shop in Winters. They feature goods from independent vendors and makers, including home décor, clothing, bath and beauty products, and jewelry. They also host how-to art workshops.

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Tea Xotics | El Dorado Hills

Shopping for a tea (or coffee) lover? This women-owned tea shop in El Dorado Hills has every type of loose-leaf tea imaginable, from matcha to herbal, black tea to oolong — as well as special holiday teas. They also have tea-related accessories, gift sets, bath and body products and candles.

Wolfhome | Folsom

Local makers, curators, and artists make up the collection at this charming store in Folsom. They have a wide variety of giftable items for everyone on your list, from journals to candles, handbags to blankets. They also host events such as wreath-making workshops.

Zhush Modern | Auburn

This well-curated boutique in Auburn offers a wide range of women’s clothing and accessories. But they also feature plenty of locally-produced gifts such as jewelry, candles, stationery, bath products and gourmet food items. They also host pop-up vendor events.

The Hive | Woodland

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This unique shop in Woodland is dedicated to all things honey! They have dozens of varieties of honey, including a gift set that comes with a honey tasting guide. Other items include honeycomb, honey straws, and beeswax candles. They offer tours and tastings and sell gift certificates so the foodie on your list can learn all about the sweet golden elixir.

Mattywags | Placerville

Mattywags in Placerville is the place to go if you’re looking for something fun! The colorful shop has tons of quirky options for kids and adults alike. Think witty dish towels, celebrity prayer candles, coffee mugs with NSFW sayings, and funny socks. Plus lots and lots of gnomes.

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R Cubed Lifestyle | Sacramento

With locations in Land Park and East Sacramento, this curated boutique is known for trendy women’s clothing and accessories. But they also have a large selection of gift items, such as decorative trays and bowls, wooden kitchenware, handmade soap bars, art prints, tote bags and stuffed animals for the little ones.

Michaelangelo’s | Granite Bay

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Need a last-minute hostess gift? This gift shop in Granite Bay is worth a stop. They can help you pick out the perfect gift from their large selection, which includes high-end drinkware, candles, stationery, and holiday décor.

Terrestra | Fair Oaks

If you’re on the hunt for elegant gifts and home accessories, this lovely shop in Fair Oaks is worth a visit. They offer all types of quality goods, from barware to décor, jewelry to table linens. Most of their items are handcrafted by notable artisans across the globe.  

Shop Local This Holiday Season in Sacramento

Shopping local means more than just supporting a small business. It also means strengthening communities. The greater Sacramento area has a plethora of small businesses to choose from, all of which need your support this holiday season. Plus, you’re sure to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.