Where to Get Great Gifts for Mother’s DayShow Mom you care with spa treatments, jewelry, unique boutique finds and, of course, flowers—all from local businesses.
Art Blooms at These Spring Pop-Up MarketsFind paintings, totes, jewelry and locally-made gift-worthy ware at these seasonal street fairs and bazaars.
Shop Local: Sister Sister JewelryNeed a special gift for a special someone? Designer Lisa Mauer's collection includes customizable rings, earrings and pendant necklaces.
Shop Local: MarzDM StudioMaria Milton's stained glass designs include suncatchers, plant propagators and glass earrings in vivid hues.
Where to Get Great Gifts for Mother’s Day Stephanie Kanowitz, Show Mom you care with spa treatments, jewelry, unique boutique finds and, of course, flowers—all from local businesses.
Art Blooms at These Spring Pop-Up Markets Stephanie Kanowitz, Find paintings, totes, jewelry and other gift-worthy wares by local artists at these seasonal street fairs and bazaars.
Shop Local: Sister Sister Jewelry Colleen Kennedy, Need a special gift for a special someone? Designer Lisa Mauer's collection includes customizable rings, earrings and pendant necklaces.
Shop Local: MarzDM Studio Colleen Kennedy, Maria Milton's stained glass designs include suncatchers, plant propagators and glass earrings in vivid hues.
Holiday Gift Guide 2023 Stephanie Kanowitz, Skip the big box stores and shop local. These are a few of our favorite things from area makers, artists and independent boutiques.
Clarendon Has a New Gift Boutique Stephanie Kanowitz, The Golden Fox at Clarendon Crossing stocks apparel, home decor and other merch by women-owned businesses.
Shop Local: FrontYard Farm Colleen Kennedy, Heather and Josh Mazen donate 10% of the proceeds from their artisanal soaps and rustic signs to racial and climate justice organizations.
Shop Local at These Holiday Pop-Up Markets Stephanie Kanowitz, Support local artists and nonprofits while making your list and checking it twice. 🎁
Shop Local: B.Birdwatcher Spiritual Stones Colleen Kennedy, Arlington jewelry maker Crystal Ellis designs custom bracelets with symbolic meaning.
Shop Local: Plants & What Knot Colleen Kennedy, Plant whisperer Christina Foy specializes in easy-care greenery and handmade macrame accessories.
Shop Local: The Happy Hour Flowers Colleen Kennedy, No green thumb? This Arlington start-up sells pretty flowers with DIY growing tips. The floral-inspired cocktail recipes are a freebie.
Shop Local: Bethany Slater Ceramics Colleen Kennedy, Find her pretty mugs, bowls and planters at pop-ups and festivals around the DMV. Musical note: She also makes oboe reeds.
Shop Local: Oh Eleven Studio Colleen Kennedy, Say it with paper. Patricia Okrasinski Heffner's boutique studio specializes in bespoke invitations and wedding stationery.
Shop Local: Eco Jewelry by Maria Irene Weinz Colleen Kennedy, The Arlington designer uses ethically-mined precious metals, recycled gemstones and lab-grown diamonds, and recycles most of her metal waste.
Shop Local: Trapillo Art Colleen Kennedy, Made in Arlington using recycled textile waste fabrics, these colorful baskets are fun and functional.
Shop Local: Sol Brothers Candle Co. Colleen Kennedy, Made in Arlington, these candles with affirmational messages celebrate the Black and African Diasporic community.