Join us for a day of shopping and fun in support of our local businesses! This event will feature a selection of small businesses from our beloved community, offering a variety of unique gifts and goods - coinciding with the popular Petalpalooza - National Cherry Blossom Festival.
Here's the scoop:
When you shop small, you are supporting your neighbors, your community, and your own values. You are helping to create a more vibrant and equitable economy, and you are also making a statement about what you believe in.
This is a free to attend event.
Learn more about our event participants:
The Other Cat: Offers beginner-friendly embroidery kits, classes for individuals and groups, and unique alcohol ink art pieces. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_other_cat
Buttercups Bakeshop: Delicious prepackaged cakes, cookies, and other baked treats. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lovebuttercupsdc
B Dot Candle: Hand-poured, eco-friendly candles in a variety of delightful scents. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bdotcandle/
Tarot by Sarah Louise: Tarot readings, palm readings, and reiki sessions for personal insight.
Kids Inspiration: Inspirational products for kids including mugs, plushies, apparel, and journals. Website: https://kidsinspiration.net/
Qoya Jewels: Beautiful handcrafted clay earrings. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qoya_jewels
Jen Pape Designs: Colorful, abstract jewelry with an emphasis on DC-inspired pieces. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenpapedesigns/
The Silver Root: Handmade jewelry creations. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesilverroot/
The Rounds: Zero-waste grocery and essentials delivery. Pop-up presence focused on sustainability conversations, local products, and service information. Website: therounds.co
THE BUTTERLAND®: Handcrafted natural haircare and skincare products. Website: https://www.thebutterland.com/
Why supporting + shopping small is important:
It supports your neighbors. When you shop at a small business, you are putting money directly into the pockets of your neighbors. This helps to create jobs and boost the local economy. It also helps to build a sense of community, as you get to know the people who own and work at the businesses you support.
It helps to create a more equitable economy. Big box stores often have a lot of power, and they can sometimes drive out smaller businesses. This can have a negative impact on communities, as it can lead to job losses and a decrease in the diversity of businesses. By shopping small, you can help to level the playing field and create a more equitable economy.
It reflects your values. When you shop small, you are supporting businesses that share your values. This could mean supporting businesses that are committed to sustainability, social justice, or fair trade. It could also mean supporting businesses that are owned by people from marginalized communities. By shopping small, you can make a statement about what you believe in and help to create a more just world.
Of course, there are also practical reasons to shop small. Small businesses often offer more personalized service, and they can be more flexible in meeting your needs. They may also carry unique products that you won't find at big box stores.
So next time you're out shopping, consider shopping small. It's a loving way to support your community, your neighbors, and your own values.