Keep money in the hands of our locals by saying goodbye to greedy corporations and mass-produced products, and shopping locally. The next time you need to purchase a gift for someone, support your neighbors while boosting the local economy with our list of unique and locally made arts, crafts, and goods.  Shopping locally is more than a cute slogan; it’s a revolution and how we survive a corporate coup.

Locavore Gift Guide

1. The Boulder Flower Farm 

Flower workshop – Longmont 

Gift someone a new skill with a fun and informative flower-arranging workshop from the Boulder Flower Farm. For over 35 years, this farm and wedding venue has been providing the community with ornamental flowers. It offers the perfect opportunity to express yourself and work with a variety of colors, flowers, and textures by creating a beautiful floral design in one of their many floral design workshops. 

This is a great gift for creative-minded people.  boulderflowerfarm.com – 4114 Oxford Rd, Longmont, CO 

2. Lishma Love 

Mushroom light catcher – Online 

If you’re looking for a truly unique gift, you’ll want to look at these adorable mushroom light catchers from Lishma Love, inspired by all things fungi. Place these dainty glass mushrooms in sunlight to create a dreamy and ethereal ambiance. The cute, pastel-colored fungi hand-blown glass ornaments are more than just a whimsical gift that looks stunning in the sunlight. Part of the proceeds from the sale is donated to provide scholarships for students seeking psychedelic therapy.  lishmalove.com/shop

3. Local Books and Music

Gift Card – Erie, Lafayette, Longmont, Boulder 

Got a bookworm in your life? A gift card to any one of the local bookstores is one of the best local gifts you can give a book lover. Located in Old Town Erie is the Briggs Street Books and Music, which stocks all books and music from all genres, as well as fun bookish gifts. 

The Read Queen, in Lafayette, offers an in-house coffee shop along with a range of new and used books, furthering the gift card experience.

Composition Shop just opened in Longmont and carries a healthy selection of bestsellers, local authors, and a variety that extends well beyond romance novels.

Finally, the Boulder Bookstore not only has an extensive collection of books for any reader to find their next pick, but also events with popular authors sharing their work.   

briggsstreetbooks.com  –  615 Briggs St Unit D, Erie 

thereadqueen.com – 129 N Harrison Ave, Lafayette

compositionshop.com – 356 Main St, Longmont

boulderbookstore.net – 1107 Pearl St, Boulder

4. The Singing Cook 

Gift Card & Gifts – Louisville 

Located in the historic downtown of Louisville is a local favorite: The Singing Cook. This store is the best place to find some unique and essential kitchen items. From cool kitchen gadgets to quality bakeware, this is the ultimate place to shop for the cook in your life. You’ll even be able to find plenty of locally-made products! singingcookstore.com  – 728 Main St., Louisville

 5. Mudslingers Pottery School 

In-store creative class – Lafayette 

Got a creative person in your life? Why not gift them with a fun, creative class at Mudslingers Pottery School? This ceramic school and creative studio was established in 1997 and has since shared the love of ceramics with all who join its classes. Learn how to use a pottery wheel and hand-build some stunning pieces. There are several classes and workshops that you can purchase a gift certificate for. mudslingerspottery.com – 414 E Simpson St. Lafayette, CO

 6. Farfel’s Farm 

Trump chew toys – Boulder 

Spoil your pooch with a fun and cheeky chew toy from Farfel’s Farm. Farfel’s Farm is a unique, creative store on Pearl Street that offers high-quality pet products and services. 

Our choice of gift? These creative Trump chew dolls are durable and well-stuffed for plenty of hours of wild fun. There are some other “politically sound” dog toy options available from this store as well. The best part about letting your dog go wild on a Trump doll? The proceeds of this chew toy are used to help Farfel’s Farm & Rescue save hundreds of dogs from high-kill shelters yearly and place them in loving foster homes.  farfels.com – 906 Pearl Street, Boulder

7. Vintrey Honest Goods 

Lafayette  

Sometimes gift shopping can be hard if you don’t have a gift idea in mind. Why not take a stroll through Vintrey Honest Goods and get inspired? This small family-owned business in Lafayette stocks a wide selection of goods from local artisans. Browse through the unique vintage merchandise and small batch goods to find the perfect gift. vintrey.com  – 107 S Public Rd, Lafayette

 8. Adorn Home & Gift Gallery

Longmont 

Support the local economy and local artisans by picking a gift that is truly unique at Adorn Home & Gift Gallery. For over 17 years, this gift shop has provided a one-stop location for unique gift shopping. Don’t know what you’re looking for? That’s okay. Browse through the collections of colorful decor, pampering products, jewelry, children’s gifts, and other knick-knacks that catch your eye and will make a special gift! Browse through products from over 160 vendors!  adornadornables.com – 5480, 661 4th Ave, Longmont

 9. Thalken 

Locally-made jewelry – Lafayette 

Thalken is a locally owned and operated jewelry and gift store. What started as a presence at pop-up events grew into a friendly store that is a staple in the local community. Husband and wife duo, William and Hana, sell a wide range of perfect gift items, including Hana’s handmade jewelry, rustic and organic pottery, cozy socks, and hand-poured soap. thalken.com  – 101 1/2 E Chester St, Lafayette

 10. Boulder Free Flight 

Paragliding experience – online 

Looking for a non-traditional and thrilling gift idea for the adventure seeker in your life? Why not buy them an unforgettable paragliding experience and let them witness the beauty of the Rockies from the sky? This experience will have you flying tandem with a professional paragliding pilot, where you will get to soak in the views of the Continental Divide to the West, Boulder’s iconic Flatirons to the South, and the Great Plains to the East. This is an amazing gravity-defying experience they’ll never forget. redtailparagliding.com/tandem-paragliding-boulder

 11. Art Parts Creative Reuse Center

Gift certificate – Boulder 

Surprise the environmentally conscious person in your life with a thoughtful and sustainable gift:  a gift voucher to the Arts Parts Creative Reuse Center. Arty people, crafters, and DIY enthusiasts will enjoy browsing through the abundance of colorful art supplies from shelves brimming with colorful beads, ribbons, yarn, paints, and one-of-a-kind objects waiting to be transformed into something creative. This non-profit reuse center repurposes unused art and craft supplies to keep them out of landfills. A gift voucher for this eco-friendly store is a great way to spark creativity while supporting a meaningful mission.   artpartsboulder.org – 3080 Valmont Road, Boulder

 12. Piece, Love & Chocolate    

Chocolate making class – Boulder 

Give the chocolate lover in your life a truly unique gift: learning how to make chocolate! Piece, Love & Chocolate is a local chocolatier that has been around since 2011, and it is where all your sugary dreams come true. The classes include learning how to make handcrafted truffles, classic macarons, and baking decadent lava cakes. This is a great gift and a fun way to pick up some new skills. pieceloveandchocolate.com –  805 Pearl Street, Boulder

 13. Highland Honey

Jar of creamed honey – online 

Enjoy a spoonful of creamed honey made from local Boulder County apiaries in your cup of warm tea or in your favorite baking recipes. This creamy and rich honey is raw and unheated, so you don’t have to worry about it crystallizing. Located in the foothills and mountains of Boulder County, you can taste the complex flavors of wildflowers. This is the perfect locally-made gift for someone sweet in your life.  highlandbees.com

 14. Flatiron Pepper Co

Super hot spice set – online 

Gift the foodie in your life with a feisty spice set from locally-owned Flatiron Pepper Co. These chiles and peppers from all around the world are mixed together to create a unique blend, from mild and flavorful to rich and spicy, each with its own character. The super hot set comes with three rich and smoky flavors to enjoy on foods like pizza, pasta, steak, and any other dish you can think of. Not only is this a fantastic food lover’s gift, but it also supports a passionate local business with a bold taste.  flatironpepper.com/products/dark-smoky-2

 15. Local Coffee Producers  

Bag of coffee – Online & Local

We cannot think of a better gift for coffee lovers than a bag or two of aromatic coffee from some of Boulder’s best local producers.  Peak State’s aromatic coffee, founded by an outdoor athlete and coffee lover, harnesses the natural powers of mushrooms without compromising on flavor. 

Pauls Coffee is a Louisville and Superior favorite, Pauls Coffee is all about small-batch roasting and the kind of consistency locals swear by. Their beans are smooth, balanced, and deeply reliable — the kind of everyday coffee gift that feels both local and personal. In Louisville and now open in Superior.

Ozo Coffee long a Boulder staple with locations through Boulder and one in Longmont, has a devoted following, Ozo Coffee has built its reputation on ethically sourced beans, meticulous roasting, and a community-minded approach. Their single-origin options and seasonal blends make thoughtful, well-crafted gifts for any coffee lover.

Ampersand Coffee is another great option. Not only is their organic coffee delicious, but the Boulder business also focuses on women’s empowerment by partnering with the International Women’s Coffee Alliance (IWCA).  

Another coffee producer worth checking out is Silver Canyon Coffee. Established in 1985, they are the first small-batch, specialty roasters in Boulder. Coffee lovers will appreciate the curated selection of microlot and single-origin coffees.  

peakstatecoffee.com/collections/coffee-with-benefits 

paulscoffeeandtea.com

ozocoffee.com

ampersand-coffee.com 

silvercanyoncoffee.com

 16. Colorado Aromatics 

Bag O’ Balms – Longmont, CO 

Boulder County is home to some amazing skincare businesses, and Colorado Aromatics is a great place to do your gift shopping. Our pick is the Bag O’ Balms. This gift set comes with a knuckle balm made from calendula, myrrh, and plantain to soothe the skin. There is also a creamy foot butter made from mint, comfrey, and calendula, and a soothing lip balm made with jojoba oil and lemon. This is the perfect gift for those hot and dry Summer months in Boulder. coloradoaromatics.com/products/bag-o-balms

 17. Rebecca’s Herbal Apothecary & Supply 

Therapeutics teas and tinctures – Boulder Got a tea lover in your life? We can’t think of a better gift than tea from Rebecca’s Herbal Apothecary. The store stocks a wide range of botanical teas made from real plants and simple ingredients. Choose from sweet and light floral teas to powerful herbal teas for when you’re feeling under the weather. The range of teapots and infusers also makes for some lovely gift ideas! rebeccasherbs.com  – 1227 Spruce St, Boulder

 18. Boulder Ghost Boulder Tour 

Tickets to the haunted pub tour – Boulder 

Do something different for a gift and purchase tickets to the frighteningly exciting Boulder haunted pub tour. Visit some of Boulder’s most historic and allegedly haunted sites and learn the ghostly stories and historical background. This tour visits some of Boulder’s most haunted pubs, where you’ll get to enjoy a drink while the guides share tales of local history, myths, and legends. Bring your camera along for a night of fun, fright, and history if you dare!  boulderghosttours.com

 19. Beyond Boulder Bike Adventures 

Bike-N-Brew CruiseExplore the local breweries and disservices on a bicycle with this fun Bike-N-Brew cruise. This is the ultimate gift for someone who has always wanted to explore the iconic Flatirons and wildlife of Boulder, fueled by tastings of locally made gin, whisky, vodka, mead, or beer from each stop. This tour will take participants along a flat, paved creekside bike path for an easy ride between stops. This 3-4 hour ride is packed with fun, fitness, and fabulous spirits.  beyondboulderadventures.com – Boulder 

 20. Planks & Paint   

Crafty workshops – Broomfield  

Gift your loved one the experience of making something from scratch while learning a new skill. Planks & Paint offers a wide selection of fun and social workshops where you can learn to make crushed-glass art, signs and decor, resin art, and burn hats and decorate with wood flowers. planksandpaint.com  – 12716 Lowell Blvd, Broomfield

 21. Brewhop Trolley  

Brewery Tour

Longmont is home to some amazing brewing companies, and the Brewhop Trolley is a great way to try them all. In 2016, the Brewhop Trolley launched with a Hop-on + Hop-off loop that takes visitors to Longmont’s best tasting rooms. On this tour, visitors will get to explore the offerings from taprooms like Pumphouse Brewery, 300 Suns Brewing, Left Hand Brewing Company, and more. This is the ultimate gift experience for beer lovers!  brewhoptrolley.com – Longmont

Local Markets and Stores to Find Unique Gifts 

Although these places don’t have a specific gift item on our list, they’re a great place to discover unique and locally-made gifts that you may not have thought of before.  

 22. Old Friends 

This local Louisville gift store was opened in 2009 as a way to bring a little joy and laughter to the local community through fun cards and gifts. Fast forward 15 years and Old Friends is now a popular spot to find a unique gift. Browse through shelves of funky socks with Rocky Mountain-themed designs, fashionable jewelry, and plenty of other unique gift ideas with an emphasis on bringing joy.  oldfriendslouisville.com – 706 Front St, Louisville

 23. Boulder County Farmers Market

One of the best places to shop for local gifts is at the Boulder County Farmers Market. Twice a week, on Saturdays and Wednesdays, this market hosts a wide variety of local vendors and Colorado producers. This is the best place to visit if you’re looking for a foodies gift. Take a stroll through the market and browse through vendors selling products like fresh flowers, plants, cheese, and meat from the local farms. Your gift options are endless, with ideas like artisanal chocolate, locally-made honey, authentic pasta, decadent French cookies, and zesty pickles. bcfm.org/markets – 13th Street between Arapahoe Ave & Canyon Boulevard, Boulder 

 24. The Lafayette Flea

Thrift shopping is a great way to find a truly unique gift that matches the recipient’s personality and style. The Lafayette Flea in Lafayette is an exciting multi-dealer market that sells vintage, repurposed, and local goods inside what used to be a 60s bowling alley before being transformed into a flea market in the 1990s. Browse through an eclectic mix of clothing, funky jewelry, furniture, and other odds and ends you won’t find at a mass-produced commercial chain, which is why Lafayette Flea is a must-visit place for gift shopping.  thelafayetteflea.com – 130 East Spaulding Street, Lafayette

 25. Longmont Farmers Market 

Do some gift shopping at Longmont Farmer’s Market, which offers a fantastic farm-to-table experience. As a growers-only market, you’ll be able to purchase the freshest local produce, including freshly baked goods, Colorado meat, coffee beans, cheeses, spices, jewelry, and wine. You’ve got plenty of gift choices at this bustling market. bcfm.org/markets/longmont-farmers-market – 9595 Nelson Rd, Longmont

 BONUS! Niwot Market 

Do your gift shopping at one of the few locally-owned grocery stores in Colorado. The Niwot Market is a family-owned and operated store that is an integral part of the Niwot community. Stocking high-quality, healthy, and local products, there are plenty of great gifts waiting to be bought. There’s a wide variety of baked desserts that foodies will appreciate, natural beauty products, and handmade jewelry. Explore the tables of knick-knacks with gift ideas like candles and ceramics. niwotmarket.com – 7980 Niwot Rd, Niwot

Retailers Picks

by Yellow Scene staff

 1. Alpaca Connection

1334 Pearl St, Boulder • 303-447-2047 • alpacaConnection.us

The Pick: Handmade alpaca baby hats made by owner Lidia Holl. Price: $39.99. A luxurious alpaca wool coat with intricate embroidery, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern style.

Who It’s For: Fashion-forward and ethically conscious consumers.

Other Services: Alpaca clothing, boutique favorites, unique gifts, accessories, menswear.

 2. Boulder Philharmonic

boulderphil.org • 303-449-1343 • boulderphil.org

The Pick: Winter Wind’erland with Boulder Phil Woodwind Quintet.
Join us at charming Niwot Hall on December 10 at 6 PM for some of the season’s best merry-making: live holiday music, hands-on crafts, and cozy treats to warm your spirit!

Who It’s For: All members of the family.

Other Services: The Boulder Philharmonic offers a full season of concerts that bring our community together and keep the music alive. Student/children tickets are only $10 for most performances. Tickets at BoulderPhil.org • (303) 449-1343 • info@boulderphil.org

 3. Bricks Retail

512 4th Ave #103, Longmont • 720-680-0555 • bricksretail.com

The Pick: Sip and Shop!
Toast to holiday cheer while finding the perfect presents – because shopping for joy should be as delightful as giving it. Explore Bricks to find various gift options perfect for anyone on your list! Local shop with souvenirs, hats, shirts, candles, jewelry, toys/games and so much more. Open daily at 10am.

Who It’s For: Ideal for the holiday enthusiast who believes that every successful shopping spree deserves a celebratory cocktail!

Other Services: Gift wrapping, holiday events, gift baskets. Full food and bar at Miss Krissy’s.

 4. Energy Arts

1602 9th Ave, Longmont • 303-990-8990 • energyarts.com

The Pick: Taoist Breathing for Tai Chi and Meditation
A journey to EMBODY the Dao. Existing for more than 2,000 years, now in 250 languages, the Daodejing (Tao Te Ching) is a timeless classic. Ten years in the making and from a true insider’s perspective, passed to current lineage holder Bruce K. Frantzis by Liu Hung Chieh in the original oral tradition: “These are the words… this is what they mean… this is how to do what is proposed.” – Liu Hung Chieh, Daoist Sage.

Who It’s For: For those seeking wisdom: the Way and the Power, the philosopher in the family, and everyone you know with a spiritual bent.

Other Services: Qigong, Tai Chi, meditation, Ba Gua, Hsing-i, and Dao Yoga live classes, online programs, books, and DVDs.

 5. Frequent Flyers Aerial Dance Studio

3022 Sterling Cir Suite 150, Boulder • 303-245-8272 • frequentflyers.org

The Pick: Arts and Aerial Dance
Create and promote the magic of aerial dance through performance and education.

Who It’s For: Those who want to fly!

Other Services: Youth, teen and adult classes, performances, Aerial Dance Festival.

6. Groundworks Lab

3750 Canfield Street, Boulder • 720-379-6033 • groundworksmartlab.org

The Pick: The Annual Holiday Art Market, Dec. 13–14 from 10–5.
Come support local artists and stuff your stockings with handmade gifts for everyone on your list (throw in a lil’ something for yourself too, you deserve it).

Who It’s For: With many local artists participating, there’s sure to be something for everyone!

Other Services: Classes in wood, glass, print, clay and metal.

 7. Jax Outdoor Gear

900 South Highway 287, Lafayette • 720-266-6160 • jaxgoods.com

The Pick: Local Artisan Products
A collection of unique items crafted by local artisans, from bespoke outdoor gear to handcrafted farm and ranch supplies.

Who It’s For: Local explorer – for those appreciating the quality and authenticity of locally made products.

Other Services: Gear rentals, classes for outdoor adventures, top brand products, coffee bars, ice cream, and activities for kids.

 8. Larkridge Shopping Center

16542 Washington Street, Thornton • 303-595-9919 • shoplarkridge.com

The Pick: Your destination for shopping, dining, entertainment, and everyday services with more than 45 retailers. Here’s to a safe, healthy and happy holiday season!

 9. Longmont Downtown Development Association (LDDA)

320 Main St, Longmont • 303-651-8484 • downtownlongmont.com

The Pick: Downtown Longmont Gift Card
Downtown Longmont Gift Cards are the perfect gift! Send your loved ones on a choose-your-own-adventure of food, drink, shopping, personal services, and more in downtown Longmont!

Who It’s For: Downtown Longmont Gift Cards are the perfect gift for everyone! With more than 70 participating businesses, everyone on your list will find something they love.

 10. Longmont Museum

400 Quail Rd, Longmont • 303-651-8374 • longmontcolorado.gov/museum

The Pick: Cultural Center & Gift Shop
Discover everything the Longmont Museum has to offer, from world-class exhibitions to engaging events, programs and a local’s favorite gift shop.

Who It’s For: The curious, families, history buffs.

Other Services: Museum exhibits, retail gift shop. You can support the Longmont Museum by becoming a member, joining the giving club, making a donation, volunteering, or buying gift certificates.

 11. Longmont Theatre

513 Main St, Longmont • 303-772-5200 • longmonttheatre.org

The Pick: Local theatre company and performing arts center since 1957
Dedicated to enhancing our quality of life and fostering vibrant, active community engagement through all forms of the performing arts and live shared experiences.

Who It’s For: The theater or arts lover; local entertainment.

Other Services: Season passes, ticket sales, academy and venue rental.

 12. Motus Theater

P.O. Box 6080, Boulder • 720-432-2004 • motustheater.org

Storytelling is at the heart of what makes us human. We focus on bringing silenced histories and marginalized voices to the stage:

• Multimedia performances exploring U.S. history through the lens of race and class that expose what has been pushed to the margins of historical narratives.

• Autobiographical monologue performance projects with those whose voices have been marginalized and live on the frontlines of violence in our country.

By creating performances that illuminate foundational patterns of exploitation in U.S. history, and sharing autobiographical stories that disrupt false and dehumanizing narratives used to justify inhumane and exploitative policies, Motus supports cultural and policy shifts that uplift our shared humanity.

Tickets to a show make a great gift and we always appreciate donations.

13. Boulder Drum Shop

3070 28th Street, Ste. D, Boulder • 303-402-0122 • boulderdrumshop.com

The Pick: Yamaha Drums
Yamaha drums from Boulder Drum Shop, known for exceptional quality and durability, perfect for any genre.

Who It’s For: Rhythm maestro – for drummers seeking precision and versatility in their beats.

Other Services: Array of drums and ethnic percussion instruments, lessons, wide range of brands including Sonor, Pacific, Pearl, Ludwig.

 14. School of Rock Broomfield

West 120th Avenue Unit A & B, Broomfield • 303-325-3772 • schoolofrock.com/locations/broomfield

Drum • Guitar • Bass • Keyboard • Singing lessons

The gift of music can come in many forms, but at School of Rock Broomfield, it comes with stage performances. Our music programs for kids in Broomfield are designed to get students on stage performing, with the goal of building strong musical proficiency.

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 15. Valar Aesthetics

671 Mitchell Way Suite 210, Erie • 720-740-8980 • valarmedspa.com

The Glam Fam is our new and exciting loyalty program with TONS of great perks!
Dr. Bauer is certified in two Aesthetic Medicine Boards as well as Board Certified in Family Medicine. He has been practicing for more than a decade and brings all of his medical and aesthetic expertise to every encounter.

 16. Yellow Scene Magazine

Serving Boulder  County & the North Metro Region • yellowscene.com

The Pick: Independent local news magazine for Boulder County & the North Metro.
Give and Get Democracy – #newsCO needs.

Who It’s For: Those who care about truth and democracy.

Give & Get: When you support Yellow Scene, you strengthen democracy, keep truth accessible, and receive the magazine delivered to your home. Help us reach our goal of $5,000 — just 52 new sustaining supporters.
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Your contribution today ensures local journalism stays free, fearless, and people-powered. Give today and double your impact for independent news.

Other Services: Graphic design, advertising, online and event marketing, marketing consultations, SuperKids Expo event.

Restaurants

Busaba

133 S. McCaslin Blvd., Louisville
303-665-0330 • busabaco.com
Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering

Taj Mahal III

1075 E. S. Boulder Rd., #145, Louisville
303-926-0999 • tajmahal3.com
Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering

Jaipur Indian Restaurant

1800 Broadway Street, #160, Boulder
303-442-0999 • jaipurindianrestaurant.com
Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering

Paul’s Coffee & Tea

956 W Cherry St #101, Louisville
720-259-1723 • paulscoffeeandtea.com

Gift Certificates, Gifts, Roasted Coffees and Teas

Ras Kassas

802 South Public Road, Lafayette
303-447-2919 • raskassas.com
Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering

Colorado Mountain Kava

615 Ken Pratt Blvd., Longmont
720-833-6864 • instagram.com/mountainkava
Sober bar serving Kratom, Kava and other specialties.
Sober environment for parties, gift certificates, sober drinks.

The Sink

1165 13th St., Boulder
303-444-7465 • thesink.com
Gift Certificates, Holiday Parties, Catering

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Through December 31, every gift to Yellow Scene will be matched — dollar for dollar — through the Colorado Media Project’s Matching Grant.Give & Get Democracy this Holiday Season. Your $8 recurring monthly support not only gets you YS delivered to your house, but it’s matched for the entire year, bringing that $8/month to $192. 

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The pandemic and ensuing inflation crisis have been hard on the average person, but not to much on the ultra wealthy. With record corporate profits, there is no need to line the pockets of the wealthiest any more than they already are this Holiday season.

Fight inflation and corporate greed by keeping money in local hands. An OxFam report shows the richest 1% of the globe added $26 trillion to their accounts over the last two years, and the Walton family — whose fortune came from Walmart — added $8.5 billion in 2022 alone. “While ordinary people are making daily sacrifices on essentials like food, the super-rich have outdone even their wildest dreams,” Gabriela Bucher, executive director of Oxfam International told CNN.

Showing solidarity and support for neighbors who have local businesses and create local art and goods for the community is more important than ever. Here are some of the top sustainable local gifts to buy, places to donate your money, and markets to shop at. Get in the season and shop guilt free knowing you aren’t contributing to the corporatization of the nation.

Bloomin

Seed Paper – Boulder

Inviting someone to a Holiday party? Throwing a birthday and need to send out invites? Sending thank yous to all your gift givers? Seed paper is the ultimate way to entice your guests to not only remember your event or truly thank someone, but also to bolster the environment. Plantable paper sprouts after it is returned to the earth with several options for which type of plant you want to see sprout when the sun returns.

Colorado Hemp Honey

CBD Hemp Honey Jars – Parker

What could be more relaxing that sipping a cup of tea infused with CBD Hemp Honey on a lazy Holiday evening? Get the ultimate relaxation gift and slip into the spirit — without any alcohol needed — with this incredible gift. Choose flavors from elderflower, ginger, lemon, and more.

Front Range Anglers

Fishing Rod – Boulder

There is likely nothing more sustainable than eating what you catch. Give the gift of a connection to the outdoors, the search for adventure, the pleasure of boredom, and the connection to mother nature that only catching a fish can bring. The benefits of being in nature, regardless of catching anything that day, vastly outweigh the cost of the gear.

Honest Soap Company

Handmade natural soap – Online

Staying clean is important, but so is making sure you’re not polluting your body or the environment with harmful chemicals and unnatural ingredients. Feel fresh with a clean conscious by gifting sustainable soaps this season with incredible scents ranging from Eucalyptus Goat’s Milk Agave to Geranium Bourbon.

Green Girl Recycling

Monthly Residential Recycling – Regional

Looking for something non-traditional for an environmentally conscious person in your life? Buy them a way to ensure their electronics and other goods are recycled in a way that is best for the planet, not for profits. Plus, you get an end of year report of just how much of an impact you made on your green footprint via recycling with Green Girl.

Able to Sail

Sailing Lessons – Longmont

For a gift that will give over and over again, help someone you love connect with nature in a unique way while also building confidence in themselves. Diane at Able to Sail will build character and impart skills that will last a lifetime and take you places, literally. Plus, the LGBTQ+ Camp option helps everyone feel included and safe.

Wild Bear Nature Center

Make Your Own Chocolate Kit – Nederland

Not only does making your own chocolate come with it’s own tasty reward, but connecting with how food is made, what ingredients go into it, and the labor it takes are great ways to introduce someone to home cooking and sustainable food. Plus supporting Wild Bear Nature Center means your money also goes towards wildlife conservation and supporting summer camps, among other activities.

Brewhop Trolley

Holiday Light Tour Tickets – Longmont

Get in the Holiday spirits by jumping on the Brewhop trolley, sipping something cold, and enjoying show of lights. Not only does the trolley eliminate the need for a designated driver, it saves on gas by not having to drive from bar to bar on your own. Running on a continuous loop stopping at each location for an hour, hop on enjoy the ride.

Boulder Jewish Community Center

Join the Goat Co-op – Boulder

Nothing inspires passion more for connecting with nature and supporting animals than taking care of a farm animal. The JCC offers shifts at the Goat Co-op to feed, care for, and connect with animals that provide us with so much. The ideals of a cooperative community farm also help illuminate a path towards more sustainable and less corporate food.

Beyond Nature

Bird Bath – Erie

It is healing to simply sit outdoors and take in your surroundings. Encourage yourself to do so more, and help keep our feathered friends well watered by grabbing one of the unique bird baths from Beyond Nature. Using all locally upcycled materials, these pieces are perfect for the garden or yard and perfect for the planet as well.

Sustainable Village

Blumat Drip Irrigation System – Boulder

With water rates skyrocketing and no end in price rises in sight, it may be time to plan for the future for your wallet and the planet. Blumat Drip Irrigation systems efficiently water your yard and garden without wasting Colorado’s most precious resource — water. Whether you are gardening in a greenhouse, indoors, or outdoor, there is a perfect irrigation system for you.

Local Sustainable Businesses, Charities and Nonprofits

Although these locations did not have specific gifts on our list, we recommend taking a look at what these businesses, charities, and nonprofits have to offer if you are interested in giving green this winter season. Another great gift idea for the person who has everything already is to make a donation in someone’s name towards a nonprofit aligned with their goals.

Eco-Cycle 

Boulder

Not a green bike shop, Ecocycle nonprofit aims towards a Zero-Waste future by recycling, composting, and reducing plastic use as some of their main goals. One of the best ways to push back on climate change is to stop producing so much plastic and single use items. Eco-cycle believes there needs to be a partnership between individuals, businesses, and the community in order to make a wholesale difference from the local level on up.

Green Latinos

Boulder

Want to fight climate change and racial injustice at the same time? Green Latinos is the place to donate or support. Instead of giving material things this season, make an actual difference by empowering an organization to continue their important mission of bringing justice of all kinds to our communities.

The Natural Funeral

Lafayette

The ultimate commitment to living a green life is also having a green death. The Natural Funeral offers numerous options for returning to the earth when the time is right. Although not the most joyous gift, the Natural Funeral is so unique and offers resources, packages, and explanations for making the transition from life to back to the earth we came from we felt we had to include it on the list of local sustainable businesses.

Berkelhammer Tree Experts, Inc.

Boulder

Berkelhammer understands trees and the life systems that surround and support them. Offering standard services as well as invasive species treatments for Emerald Ash Borer bugs, they will not only make your yard look incredible but help keep local plant species thriving by reducing these harmful pests.

The Flower Bin

Longmont

Who doesn’t love plants? Give the gardener or succulent enthusiast in your life the perfect gift and support a locally owned and operated garden center. Plus, poinsettias! This is the perfect place to not only snag a present but also to decorate your own space with live Christmas trees, wreaths, and more. Shopping local is nothing new for The Flower Bin, they’ve been living that motto for over 50 years now.

Bricks Retail

Although “Miracle on 4th St.” will be over by the time you read this, Brick’s is still the best place to buy local year round. They are hosting more pop-up markets (see below) throughout the Holidays but you can’t go wrong shopping at their brick-and-mortar location either. From food items to vintage signs, you’ll find something quirky, unique, and more importantly, from Colorado, here for anyone on your gift list.

Hope’s Storehouse

Longmont

Hope’s is a place for, well, hope. They offer consignment items looking for a second life, sure, but they also provide a food bank, community resources, and a place to go to feel welcomed away from home. Give a gift with meaning by supporting a local business that gives back instead of ordering something off Amazon.

The Pros Closet

Louisville

Riding a bike is already an incredibly sustainable and eco-friendly way to get yourself around town, but when it’s time for a new ride maybe rethink purchasing a new bike, and go with a great quality used one instead. The Pros Closet helps cyclists stay even more in tune with the environment by reselling high end used bikes that are in great shape.

Little Horse Books & Vintage

Louisville

Old books and vintage items just go hand in hand. If you have a friend or loved one who loves to collect those items others have discarded, Little Horse is the place to grab it. Spend some time here sorting through the hidden treasures, turn the pages of an old book, and you’ll see the magic of vintage, thrifting and collecting second-hand items as well.

Thorne Nature Experience

Boulder

Thorne Nature Experience provides youths with a hands-on connection to nature via summer camps, early childhood education, and community programs. This connection to nature can inspire a lifelong love for preserving wilderness, helping animals, and reducing pollution that a classroom simply cannot fulfill.

Holiday Markets

Adams County Historical Craft Show

Dec. 2 – 9755 Henderson Road, Brighton

Everything for sale here is made by hand and part of the proceeds go to help the Adams County Historical Society as well. Buying local, thinking sustainable, and supporting historic preservation are all great reasons to come, but giving a handmade one-of-a-kind gift full of time and devotion is what really impresses this holiday season.

Brick’s Pop-up Market

Everyday – 471 Main St, Longmont

Bricks is hosting a pop-up market from now through December that include food, shopping, and entertainment throughout the opening. Offering 100 local Colorado brands, the pop-up is open every day from 10am until 8pm, except for Sundays where they close at 5pm. Bricks takes the guesswork out of giving local.

Boulder Holiday Gift Festival

Dec. 10 – 2850 Mapleton Ave, Boulder

Free concerts starting at noon, over 100 vendors, and local crafts all make the Boulder Holiday Gift Festival the place to find yourself on Sunday the 10th. Located at the Boulder YMCA, this indoor market will be here regardless of the weather.

Erie Highlands Arts & Crafts Festival

Dec 2 – 185 Highlands Cir, Erie

Swag bags, hot pepper jams, and food trucks all help make this an event, not just a time to shop. Free admission and live music also make the whole gift buying experience even better. Find a local craft, perfect gift, or unique item for  under the tree or in the stocking.

Winter Market

December 2-3 Boulder County Fairgrounds, Longmont

No winter season is complete without strolling through a winter market, warm drink in hand, searching for that perfect present for that special someone. Boulder County’s Winter Market is a great spot to take in the sights and sounds, but also snag a gift. Be sure to stop by.

Art & Gift Sale

Dec 3 – Lafayette Public Library, Lafayette

Mental Health Partners and the Lafayette Public Library are partnering together to offer a local gift and art market. Support an incredible cause and find a gift that resonates in a unique way at this healing through art event.

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Boulder

ZUNI

A certified member of the Indian Arts and Crafts Association, Zuni offers stunning Native American arts from across the Southwest. What Zuni does, providing a place for these artists, is extremely important in a tourist, materialist culture that hocks imitations and trinkets. Some of Zuni’s most wonderful offerings are their Zuni Fetishes – small carved animals representing the incarnation of a living spirit that represent the totem animals of the six cardinal directions. By taking thoughtful care of the fetish the spirit imbues its keeper with guidance.”
ZuniBoulder.com
303.443.9575
1424 Pearl St, Boulder

TOPO DESIGNS

A topo is a type of map, which works because the products at Topo Designs will serve you well no matter where on the map you find yourself, functionally or stylistically. The company’s MAP Pact Initiative mean you can feel good about wearing the company’s clothes or carrying their bags. The MPI is a philosophy that guides every decision the company makes, so as to “protect our communities.” “We act on decisions to be responsible in the fabrics we choose, the products we make and the lifetime warranty we offer…we have developed a plan for people to engage and improve their communities, natural places and spaces around where they live.”
TopoDesigns.com • 720.255.2932
935 Pearl St, Boulder

MOMENTUM

Momentum is the place you need to know. They practice charitable giving,y partnering with local non-profits and organizations. Every Black Friday they donate a percentage to local non- profit rather than having specials. This years’ proceeds will go to Harvest of Hope Pantry. They’re also closely affiliated with the Fair Trade Federation to be socially and ethically conscientious with their business practices. Their mission is to create and inspire change by providing socially responsible choices for everyday purchases. All their products are crafted by the human hand, and the artisans who create them are ensured a fair and livable wage. We work hard to know where our products come from, and to make sure the materials and fibers used to make them are sustainable.
FairTradeWinds.net
303.440.7744
1625 Pearl St, Boulder

SAVVY ON PEARL

You know you’re woke and world savvy when you make EVERYONE who walks in the door feel welcome! Savvy on Pearl wants to make sure customers know that their spot is a friendly environment and a safe place to be themselves, regardless of their gender, creed, religion, race, or any other identity. The world needs more places so out about loving everyone. They have also started to create their own Colorado themed t shirts and have really enjoyed being able to design them, screen print them and sell them all at the local level.
#LocalIsLife
SavvyOnPearl.com • 303.440.3989
1114 Pearl St, Boulder

SPINSTER SISTERS

They donate 50 percent of profits from their Hand and Foot Salve to the Children’s Hospital of CO. For each bar of Dirty Dawgy Pet Soap sold, they donate 50 percent to Freedom Service Dogs of America. This December, at their Soaps and Cider events taking place on the 2nd, 9th, and 16th, they will be donating 10 percent of store proceeds to Colorado State Bee Keeper’s Association (12/2), Girls, Inc. (12/9), and Foothills Animal Shelter (12/16). On top of all that, they use wind power at their production site and their Cherry Creek North store. Finally, their shrink wrap is made of plastic made from corn, meaning it is entirely biodegradable. All of their products are biodegradable and Leaping Bunny certified.
SpinsterSistersCo.com • 720.618.642
1102 Pearl St, Boulder

BOULDER INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (BIFF)

Boulder International Film Festival is a way to give back beyond the traditional gift in a box. Instead of a packaged, manufactured ‘thing’, give an experience. Supporting BIFF (coming Feb 22-25) with a Pass or Gift Certificate means not only supporting the arts in Boulder, but learning and experiencing the world through film, through interactions with filmmakers and film lovers. BIFF is meaningful, sustainable, local (and a heck of a lot of fun)! Get your loved ones a pass to experience all the magic Boulder’s big screen has to offer.
Biff1.com • 303.449.2289
2338 Broadway, Boulder

EL LORO JEWLERY

El Loro began with two couples who wanted a place to share their treasures. 40 years later, El Loro is one of the oldest stores on Pearl Street and remains a locally owned business true to its founding principles: appreciation for and awareness of global and local art and culture, a welcoming environment for people of all beliefs and lifestyles, and active participation in the community. El Loro has donated to and participated in countless charity auctions and fundraising events the last 40 years, prioritizing giving back to the community. They also carry many fair-trade items from around the world, and have longstanding relationships with communities in Guatemala, Malaysia, Bali, and more.
ElloroBoulder.com • 303.449.3162
1416 Pearl St, Boulder

BOULDER ART MART

A Boulder landmark since 1989 in the heart of the Pearl Street Mall, the Art Mart features retail arts and crafts from over 300 local, national, and international artists, helping to keep arts alive nationally and making sure we’re cultured locally. They are committed to bringing unique photography, jewelry, arts, crafts, and gifts together for Coloradans, with tens of thousands of individual items, including photography, paintings and prints, jewelry, pottery, woodwork, glass, Colorado keepsakes, clothing and scarves, furniture, and more.
ArtMartGifts.com • 303.443.8248
1326 Pearl St, Boulder

RAMBLE ON PEARL

Ramble on Pearl has beautiful stock when you walk through the front door. Everything is cleanly laid out, and the fabrics dazzle. But the store’s exceptionality doesn’t stop there. Ramble is a social enterprise which, according to their info sheet that you can grab at the register, “operates a job training program through its boutique clothing.” Connie Minden, the stores founder, started the program. Ramble hires “adults with developmental and intellectual needs who need support in finding employment, and, after an apprenticeship at our store, help them find longterm employment in the community.”
RambleOnPearl.com • 303.442.2267
1638 Pearl St, Boulder

Lyons

RED CANYON ART COMPANY

When you walk through a store, you don’t usually notice the displays–the tables, the cases, the glass boxes–but rather what’s in them. But Connie, the owner of Red Canyon Art Gallery since 2014 (the shop was founded in 1990), thinks about everything in her store and its impact on creator and buyer alike. This includes the shelves and glass panes through which customers peer at the local treasures. “All of this was recovered from ReSource in Boulder,” Connie says. This thoughtfulness extends to the items she sells as well. A large percentage of Rock Canyon’s display are consignment pieces. There are paintings, handmade jewelry, and other cool fashion accessories. Most of the items are made by local Front Range or Coloradobased artists, but Red Canyon also carries a number of international fair trade brands.
RedCanyonArt.com • 303.823.5900
400 Main St, Lyons

Longmont

USED BOOK EMPORIUM

In the 21 years since it opened, the Used Book Emporium has helped build a community of readers—which should, hopefully, lead to ever-more woke people—through their summer reading program. They partner with the Longmont Library to reward kids for reading with coupons that they can redeem for books at the Emporium. The more books they read, the greater the rewards they receive.
UsedBookEmporium.net • 303.776.6561
346 Main St, Longmont

SMALL PLANET E-BIKES

Being woke applies to the environment as well. If we don’t save our planet from the ills we’ve caused, it’s mutually assured destruction for all. Small Planet E-Bikes, founded in 2009, wants to“help save the world from fossil fuel pollution and automobile gridblock.” That’s a goal we can get behind…in the bike lane. They hope to get you on an electric bike. Many of their bikes get the equivalent of 2,000 mpg, so not only will you be doing your part to solve global warming, you’ll be saving money as you cruise around town!
SmallPlanetEBikes.com • 303.532.2879
724 Main St, Unit A, Longmont

CRYSTAL JOYS

All the pieces at Crystal Joys are “handcrafted with love.” The natural gemstone jewelry sparkles in brilliant colors. Set a spending
limit for yourself before going in, because you’re going to want to buy everything. What makes Crystal Joys particularly woke are the craftsmen and women themselves who make the pieces on display. The store works with Sample Supports to “provide meaningful employment to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Through this opportunity, members of this community build self-esteem and learn valuable job skills, while earning a competitive wage.” #Woke
CrystalJoys.com • 720.526.6183
360 Main St, Longmont

YORE

Yore has a code of ethics, a sense of responsibility. They believe that practical goods means more than just stuff that’s cheap, but goods that are practical, useful and coming from responsible makers and manufacturers. Yore knows we vote with our dollars for the kind of world we want to see, so they source their products from responsible locations in the US and Europe, as well as stainless steel products from South Korea (which is the only place they can source those goods). With a “mission to provide customers with quality made, well designed, responsibly manufactured goods that are practical for everyday use,” you can’t go wrong shopping at Yore.
Yore.us • 720.340.3381
381 Main St, Longmont

CRACKPOTS

Crackpots is a pottery studio where you can come in, pay for the supplies and studio time, and paint whatever fun-shaped bowl, plate, mug, or other item your heart desires. Each year Crackpots partners with Our Center—a nonprofit that helps the hungry, the homeless and others get back on their feet—for “Empty Bowls” program. The store donates studio time for people to come in and paint bowls, all of which are then sold at an event at Longmont High. People buy tickets to the “Empty Bowl” event at the school, which gets them two bowlfuls of soup and a painted bowl of their choice. All the proceeds from the event go to the Our Center and their life-saving and changing programming.
CrackPots.com • 303.776.2211
505 Main St, Longmont

SIMPLY BULK

Simply Bulk has over 100 different items to choose from. You can have all those delectable snacks and not feel guilt pangs about the non-biodegradable plastic wrappers we contribute to landfills. Simply Bulk’s motto appeals to the thrifty consumer in all of us: “Pay for the product, not for the package. Over the seven-and-a-half years that Simply Bulk has been around, they’ve seen a growing interest in their business model. They just received the 2017 Environmental Sustainability Award from Longmont’s Economic Development Partnership, and are in the process of being certified for electricity and waste reduction with Boulder County’s PACE agency, having previously been certified for water usage.
SimplyBulkMarket.webs • 303.678.7069
418 Main St, Longmont

MUD & MADDER

Mud & Madder is a new collaboration. Everything owners Simi and Lindsey sell is handmade in-house and is 100% local. Simi wrote to YS, “Longmont is rich with talent and we want to make sure to feature that, but without going through the traditional channels
of wholesale and consignment. We want the makers to keep the majority of their profits and be able to be there to represent their own products… We also strive to empower others to make things by hand… something that seems to be a forgotten art. We want to revitalize that … by offering DIY workshops. We’re just in the beginning phases, but hope to be a place where you can come learn a craft and continue to pursue that craft at home.”
MudAndMadder.com • 720.938.2684
712 Main St, Longmont

THE HOP: MOBILE VINTAGE

The Hope is #woke: They choose to be a small footprint mobile business that brings life back into pre-loved garments and goods for other people to love again. Encouraging their customers to embrace who they are and what they love through the unique way they like to dress and style themselves. Importantly, they also firmly believe in sending body positive messages and offer a variety of sizes and encouraging everyone to find what makes them feel beautiful (or handsome). Kristie and her husband, the owners, believe that people should embrace who they are and what they love and they encourage people to do that through what they wear. Respect.
AtTheHopShop.com • 720.544.1693

ICE BOX KNITTING

IBK has amazing, international fare. Their Dohm knit caps are designed on antique hand flat machines, using no no power to make, and even the lights in the knitting room are run on solar power! Their Merino and Cashmere wool comes from Zegna-Baruffa, a 160 year old Italian yarn manufacturer. The Alpaca originates in Arequipa, Peru, collected and processed from Indigenous farmers. And the American Bison is gathered from Texas to Montana. Xob is their Upcycled brand, where they use sweaters from the thrift industry to create unique one-of-a kind hats and accessories. Upcycling at it best makes IBK almost as woke as can be.
IceBoxKnitting.com • 303.485.7112
1111 Delaware Ave, Longmont

MAGIC FAIRY CANDLES

What’s not to love about a place called Magic Fairy Candles? Lisa Patchem writes that the store strives for the “betterment of humanity. From a place of compassion, we create products which may be used as catalysts for awareness.” One of the store’s most popular product lines is its Phases of the Moon line candles, mists, bath bombs and bath salts. Other woke aspects are the gift bags they’ll be using, fair trade products made by Freeset, which “helps women of sex trafficking”. Finally, they donate 10 percent of all profit to local nonprofits. Notably, three specific Longmont Candles that you should consider buying, benefit nonprofits like the Firehouse Art Center, Our Center, and Willow Farms.
MagicFairyCandles.com • 720.771.0359
634 Main St, Longmont

Louisville

LITTLE HORSE BOOKS AND VINTAGE

Louisville downtown is packed with all thegoodies. One goodie that’s easy to miss, is Little Horse. Here you’ll find a shop that is “focused on architecture, furniture, and graphic design from the Mid-Century Modern period” and a glorious collection of local memorabilia, records, record players, and more. Mike Price, the owner, supports theNew Vista High School internship program
to help at risk kids get job experience, gives to numerous local charities annually, and donates to Choose Kindness based in Loveland, which helps with child literacy.
LittleHorseVintage.com • 303.242.5382
820 Main St, Louisville

MUDSLINGERS

Mudslingers sounds dirty and it is. You go in and get all Ghost with it, or maybe just take a class with the owner, John Hansen, who’s been teaching pottery in the area for 20 years. A place to learn a new skill, especially an ancient art form, is an important place. It gives in knowledge, in skill, and in the beauty of empowering community to create. Mudslingers “offers studio space on a monthly basis to more experienced potters as well as a variety of classes for all levels including children” and is funded in part by the Boulder County Arts Alliance.
MudslingersPottery.com • 303.926.0996
920 Main St, Louisville

THE SINGING COOK

The Singing Cook is an apt name: after wandering around this store, you’ll be singing its praises to any foodie or aspiring chef. While the Singing Cook has normal items, you’ll find all sorts of unique and unusual kitchen accessories here, too, several of which benefit great causes. Jennie, the Singing Cook’s proprietor, said she carries “a line called Blessing Basket in which the artisans are from underdeveloped countries and the baskets they make supplement.” Another cool gift idea you’ll are the Louisville Museum mugs, 15% of the profits from which Jenni donates to the Louisville History Foundation.
SingingCookStore.com • 720.484.6825
728 Main St, Louisville

Lafayette

TRI: THE RESTORATION INITIATIVE

This just might be hipster heaven. Looking through the men’s section, there was literally nothing we didn’t want, from the ties, to the shoes, to the antique razor. The Restoration Initiative–TRI for short–is a store in Lafayette that sells vintage items, Colorado artisan wares, and fair-trade items. In addition to what the acronym actually stands for TRI is a fitting name considering the stores three product categories and its three founders. The founders go to India several times a year to research and source fair trade goods to stock in their elegant showroom. A portion of the proceeds from many of the items they sell go directly towards sponsoring “individuals and organizations working end human trafficking around the world.”
Tri-Socials.com 720.502.4463
107 S Public Rd, Lafayette

CHOCOLATERIE STAM

Beautiful is a word that comes to mind. Chocolaterie Stam is a delicatessen shop with a heart that sings. Music is a foundational element that speaks to the heart of Lafayette’s Chocolaterie Stam. They may have a store in Lafayette, Colorado, but this is real chocolate. The Stam company is “a modern chocolaterie steeped in old-world, Dutch traditions.” Since 1913, the Stam family has been proudly handcrafting these wondrous confections. The two Lafayette location owners know each other because they’re both alumni of the same youth musical organization. In Lafayette, they had a vision of having an active player piano to capture the hearts and imagination of small children and inspire them to pursue music. “We acquired a beautiful grand piano and since opening have had over 20 different young musicians perform live in store.” They’ve had “3 recitals and countless hours-long piano and vocal concerts within the store, as well as offering our piano free of charge to local piano teachers to give young musicians the opportunity to play in public within a magical and supportive environment.” #MusicallyWoke
103 N Public Rd Unit B, Lafayette,
Facebook.com/StamColorado
303.800.8201

BELLA FRIDA

Want to shop local but look global? Then look no further than Bella Frida. Laura, the store’s owner and founder, is all about celebrating handmade goods, whether they be from Guatemala, India or New Mexico. “We work with artisans, as well as purchasing from fair trade, ethical lines,” she said. “We believe fashion can change the world for the better if it is cerated fair and ethically.” A prime example of Bella Frida’s offerings include jewelry from Catori Life, a New Mexico company that donates 30 trees through the Eden Project for every piece of jewelry sold.
BelaFrida.com 303.386.4301
101 ½ East Chester St, Lafayette

ANSPACH JEWELRY

This seems weird, and is is to a degree, but Anspach’s owner has been a staple of the local community for decades, giving back as a coach, community leader, and philanthropist for longer than his store’s been around. When you shop Anspach, not only are you getting gorgeous jewelry pieces, you’re giving back to someone who has given back so much. Community is as much about giving as getting. And supporting businesses that have supported community for so long is a worthy use of our holiday dollars, whether seeking an engagement ring for a Winter proposal or an anniversary gift for the person you’ve shared so many wonderful years with.
AnspachsJewelry.com
303.665.5313
101 S Public Rd, Lafayette

BOULDER BODY WEAR

Boulder Body Wear is the place to go for all your dance, yoga and lifestyle apparel. They’ve got beautiful, highly functional pieces that are, where possible, sourced from socially responsible companies. But what makes BBW particularly woke are its community-focused initiatives. Their founder, Amy, says the store “offers all of the dance and yoga studies in the area discounts on supplies to make sure that if someone wants to be part of a program they have the things they need to do that. Being a part of a dance group can be life changing.” Just as #woke are the need-based supplies scholarships offered, enabling those who may not otherwise be able to to reap the joys and benefits of dance to do so.
BoulderBodyWear.com 303.447.9100
2859 Arapahoe Rd, Suite 104, Lafayette

ELIZABETH’S EMBELLISHMENTS

“Elizabeth always knew what she liked in terms of aesthetics, even as a young child,” and that continues today. EE’s carries “gifts for women and the home; items for the creative and crafty individual, as well as items for those that wanted something special to feather the nest.” She also carries with her the weight of Karma, which began in “2006 with a vision of effective altruism where creative artisans of Africa could be given the dignity of meaningful work by bringing their handiwork to the global marketplace.” Elizabeth’s is a part of bringing that goodness to us.
ElizabethsEmbellishments.com
303.926.7133
611 S Public Rd, Lafayette

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