Make a Difference - Shop Small this Holiday & Beyond

Because it’s #SmallBusinessSaturday, I was inspired to put together this list. These are just a few of the small and owner-operated businesses that have recently made an enjoyable difference in my life!

Scroll down to learn a little about each one.

~Tavia Gilbert, founder Juniper Street Photography

Archie’s Press

Archie’s Press / @archiespress — Years ago, one of my friends gifted me with an Archie’s Press print of my beloved Portland, Maine, and since then I’ve bought several more prints of cities Bryan and I love. These prints, including cities and states, zodiac signs, anatomy, and more are interesting, unique, and beautifully produced.

Bird of a Feather

Bird of a Feather / @birdofbijouxbirdofbijoux — My dear cousin Jordan’s dear wife Emilie’s incredible jewelry design business, operating from their home base in Paris. Emilie’s designs are gorgeous — lush, classic, whimsical. I have a pair of gold and lapis earrings from her collection that I swear bring me good luck every time I wear them!

Catapano Dairy Farm

Catapano Dairy Farm / @kcatapano55 I haven’t traveled much this year, but we did make a quick trip to the Hamptons this fall, where we met the goats at Catapano. Their goat milk dairy and body care products are delicious and delightful!

Committed Impulse

Committed Impulse / @committedimpulse — High performance training for actors, artists, and entrepreneurs. Founded by actor Josh Pais, since 2018 Committed Impulse has become an integral part of my own acting training. Josh challenges all of his students, whether actors or business leaders, and he models the artistic excellence to which I aspire.

Orla Soy Candle

Orla Soy Candles / @orlasoycandle — I first purchased an Orla Soy natural soy wax candle in 2011, and loved it so much that I have purchased an annual supply of Orla Soy candles ever since. The scents are clean, delicious, and cozy, and not an evening goes by that Bryan and I don’t wrap up the day’s work by candlelight.