Now, more than ever, it’s important to support local businesses this holiday season! ShopIowa.com is a great way to support local businesses all over the state from the comfort of your own home! You can find items for all the loved ones in your life – from your mom, to your husband, for grandparents, and even the littles. Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) and Travel Iowa launched Shop Iowa brings together retail businesses from across the state into one online marketplace. Here are a few of my top picks!
1. Baby Animal Art Cards – Perfect for the newest addition – high contrast cards are great for tummy time, your diaper bag, and when you’re on the go! These are from Art Center of Burlington.
2. Personalized Kids Stools – Set of 2 – No more fighting over chairs when it’s personalized! These are from Studio192 in Des Moines, IA!
3. Flamingo Doll – From Posey & Jett’s in Colfax, IA – Jack loves flamingos and has been asking for one!
4. Sherpa Eye Mask – One day I’ll sleep again…until then, I’ll have an eye mask from Divine Oasis Wellness Boutique in Clive, IA to help me get all the extra Zzzz’s possible!
5. “Midwest is Best” Shirt – From Pressed in Spencer, IA – the shirt says it all!
6. “Do the Next Right Thing” Sweatshirt – From Pressed, if you are Frozen obsessed, this is for you!
7. “Grown In the Midwest” – This comes in both infant and youth sizes – perfect for the littles in your life!
8. French Market Bag – From McGregor, IA – the perfect tote to keep in your car for the farmer’s market!
9. Personalized Wood Name Sign – From Handcrafted Iowa in Urbandale, IA, a perfect gift for the newlyweds or growing family!
10. The Amana Favorites Basket – an overflowing assortment of Amana, IA favorite goodies!
11. A Cheese Sampler Basket – from Hinterland Dairy Farmstead Cheese – …Because, cheese! Need I say more?
12. Cream Crewneck – I have on my wish list to get a sweater just like this, this is from Gracie’s Boutique in Decorah, IA!
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This post was sponsored by Travel Iowa. All thoughts and opinions are my own. Thanks for supporting content that helps make The Brunette One possible, and as always, shop local when you can this holiday season!
