CREATIVE AND MEMORABLE CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS TO HELP SMALL BUSINESSES IN 2020
COVID has taken a hit on small businesses, so we've put together a list of creative and
memorable gift ideas to help small businesses survive this trying year. Some of these are based in the San Francisco Bay Area, but they're all great for loved ones anywhere.
memorable gift ideas to help small businesses survive this trying year. Some of these are based in the San Francisco Bay Area, but they're all great for loved ones anywhere.
PHOTO GIFTS
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CUSTOM DIGITAL PAINTING FROM PHOTO
There are loads of custom photo gift ideas out there but supporting small businesses on etsy is a way you can give something custom and meaningful while also helping artists pursue their dreams.
PHOTO SHOOT
A photo shoot is more than a gift, it's an experience. Whether it's a friend who owns a business and needs new headshots, a family who would like an updated family photo, or a couple who would love engagement/anniversary photos, reach out to us for a session gift certificate.
CUSTOM WOOD PRINT
Custom wood prints are an amazing gift that your loved ones can look at on their wall every day.
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EXPERIENCES
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HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE
How COOL would that be to give someone a hot air balloon ride? They'll probably need company so you might as well come along too, right?
Sonoma Ballooning Adventure still has deals going on for an incredible experience even with this pandemic going on. GOAT YOGA
Goat Yoga is kind of like giving someone a dose of happiness during this crazy time. According to CV Goat Yoga's website, goat yoga has "been described as “calm”, “therapy”, “Zen”, “meditative” and just plain “happiness.” This phenomena crossing the globe. Carmel Valley Goats & Yoga is an Animal-Assisted Therapy in a natural setting with a smart, social, and profoundly cuddly animal. It is an unbelievable distraction from all that is going on and brings you to a state of “presence” and JOY."
GLAMPING
We could all use an escape after this year and glamping is a perfect way to give someone a luxurious, socially distant experience out in nature.
Each Ventana booking includes incredible accommodations including
US NATIONAL PARKS PASS
This is an amazing way to get people outside, which is what we all need. National Parks are also at a lower capacity due to COVID so trips are even more relaxing with less people in the parks.
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SELF LOVE
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A SPA DAY
Nothing says 'I love you' like giving someone time to unwind and be pampered. Everyone deserves that.
Refuge is an award winning spa located in Carmel and offers a wide range of services! MASSAGE
If you're looking for another way to pamper your loved ones, you can't go wrong with a massage.
Not to be biased, but Ben booked me a massage for my birthday last month and it was the best massage I've ever gotten in my life. ACUPUNCTURE
Ouchie not only offers acupuncture but, other asian medicine that helps with autoimmune disorders, rheumatology, gut health, inflammation, and controlling Immune optimization. It also helps with the emotional balance of stress management, mental fatigue, anxiety and grief. Sounds like relief from 2020 to me.
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SMALL ETSY SHOPS
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CUSTOM JEWLREY
Jewelry is such a fun gift and supporting artists who make customized jewelry is even better! There are tons of etsy shops out there but this shop offers custom engravings in your own (or your child's or gandma's etc.) hand writing!
KOMBUCHA STARTER KIT
A kombucha starter kit is a gift that keeps on giving. Etsy has other starter kits including ones to help you start growing an herb garden or mushrooms, making sour dough or knitting. Type in 'starter kits' on etsy for more ideas!
PERSONALIZED MAPS
Custom maps of where you and your partner met, where your family is from, where you and your best friend went to school or where your kids were born are such a cool way to tell your story and not to mention great conversation pieces.
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LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSES IN THE SANTA CRUZ AREA
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ETHOS LOW WASTE LIVING
Ethos is a local Santa Cruz small business located in Capitola and they have the COOLEST eco-friendly products from reusable makeup pads and straws to refills on all of your household basics. They also offer gift certificates!
ZINNIA'S GIFT BOUTIQUE
Zinnia's is the cutest boutique located in Scott's Valley full of SO many gift ideas. If you're still looking for inspiration pop into their store for tons of ideas!
BOTANICA AND LUXE EARTHY + LUXURIOUS GOODS
Botanica and Luxe is not only full of cute and trendy home decor, but some of the best quality local health and beauty products! Also, an amazing place to look for inspiration for more gift ideas.
CHILDISH SANTA CRUZ
COVID lockdown has resulted in a lot more screen time for kids and ourselves. On Childish's website it says they "focus on toys that promote creativity and imagination play for children and do their best to stay away from over stimulating electronics in this screen filled world." which is exactly what kids need right now.
WARMTH COMPANY
Located in Aptos, California, Warmth Company is a lifestyle boutique full of home decor and gift ideas. Their store has furniture, candles and body products as well as clothing, glassware and local artwork.
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Happy gift giving and let them know Ben and Courtney from Sand and Stone Media sent you!
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