Despite the fact that 2020 has been the longest year in the history of all years, it seems like the holiday season has been on a fast track! With less than 5 Sundays until Christmas, it really is time to make sure your lists are checked, checked twice, and ready to order. And with that, it is more important than ever to shop small, and where possible, shop local this season. The pandemic has hit small businesses way harder than it will ever hit big box stores, so your money and support really can be the difference between open and closed doors in the new year.

So I have compiled a list of some of my favorite places to shop that have online stores as well for pandemic safe shopping, that are very deserving of your support. PLUS you are going to get a better quality product than you would from a multi billion dollar corporation, and bring a lot of joy to the people making your gifts. * Also note that purchasing gift cards are a great way to support local businesses too, as it pays them right now. Purchasing a gift certificate to your favorite restaurant now while they may not be able to serve as many clients as before, is a great way to show your support. And they make great gifts!

*None of these are affiliated links. I do not receive anything for purchases made at any of these stores. None of these are branches of Three Redheads and a Moose*

Hopefully this little list helps give you some ideas on ways to shop small this season. Whatever you can think of, it is out there!

Happy shopping, and thank you for choosing to support more entrepreneurs and small business owners. I know I appreciate each and every one of you!