Ways to Support Small Businesses

03.26.2020

I’ve been really feeling for those people who are more than inconvenienced by COVID-19. Restaurants. Bars. Schools. Hourly workers and the plethora of people out of jobs and unable to find them in the current state of the world. The list goes on and on.

We’ve been doing our best to support a few small businesses where we can but we can’t help everyone, as much as we’d love to. We’ve ordered a few take out meals and I’ve purchased some items from a few small shops. But I figured one of the best ways I can support local businesses is share them through this outlet and I hope I can inspire you to get creative in your own supportive endeavors.

Even if you don’t have money to spare in the moment, there are so many ways to support businesses around you. A lot just want some love on social media! Follow! Like! Share with your friends! The free marketing in that aspect is so helpful. Leave a review. Take a picture of any recent purchase and share. Give them traffic by stopping by their website. All of these small gestures mean a lot to a business trying to stay afloat during these difficult times.

A lot of these companies are doing creative things to make the most of us all being quarantined at home. Whether it’s creating virtual work out classes, to-go pottery kits, or hosting virtual cocktail crafting lessons, many of these are doing fun things to connect to you in the comfort of your home.

I have compiled a list of some of my favorite small businesses including a few shout outs to my family, some that I’ve been fortunate to work with, as well as a few you’ve sent me on Instagram & Facebook. Even if you just click through each business, you’ll be helping in a small way.

Austin Favorites:

Grace and Lace – I’ve been working with Grace and Lace now for a few months and absolutely love them. Right now they are offering 25% off loungewear with code LOUNGE25.

Frankie Jean – apparel… just bought the cutest hat!

Amanda Deer – Beautiful dainty jewelry… enjoy free shipping!

Picket Fences – children’s apparel/ maternity…

Spread & Co – Austin sandwich/cheese/lunch spot currently offering to-go menu and delivering FREE in select zip codes!

BookPeople – still open for online orders!

Oh Happy Day Booth– luxury photo booth

Pop & Drop– balloon/streamers & custom installations

Tiny Pies– the cutest little local pie store… you can now pre-order pies for Easter!

Brush Strokes Pottery- mobile pottery studio! You can get pottery-to go kits for your kiddos!

Townes Design- my friend paints the most gorgeous water colors/note pads/invitations/prints!

For Kids:

Murray and Finn – women and children apparel… use code EADAIE30 for 30% off last season

Shop Merci Milo – handmade toys

Candylab Toys – modern vintage wooden toys

Little Nomad– playmats

Exercise:

MOD Fitness – barre classes available virtually… my favorite barre studio that I’ve been going to for 5 years! They now stream 3 classes a day and you can get 2 weeks of unlimited virtual classes for $39!

Spynergy Wicker Park – spin classes available virtually, if you have a bike at home. But if you’re local to Chicago, browse this site and get PUMPED about future work outs. This is my cousin’s business and she kicks butt.

Other Favorites:

Lizzy Loves Letters– My best friends calligraphy shop! A great way to support her is follow on Instagram!

Rhine Hall – my cousin’s brandy distillery in Chicago could use some help! Order bottles online or sign up for a virtual cocktail creation class! I wrote a whole post about them here.