I am always amazed at how many wonderful small businesses we have in Middle Tennessee as well as lots of my creative friends with online shops around the country! Here are some of my favorites! Please consider shopping small this holiday season!
*Children’s Shops*
Magpies Girl and Magpies Baby– Magpies is more than a store, it’s a movement. Owner Maggie Tucker has created a culture for girls and their families! You can shop the Baby store with the most adorable baby items and gifts or head over to the Magpie Girls in Belle Meade or shop online for all things sparkly, rainbows and unicorn snot!
Plaid Rabbit/Properly Plaid– Plaid Rabbit is a Children’s boutique offering clothing, gifts and accessories for babies and children. Properly Plaid is an extension offering exclusive and unique items for tweens in sizes 7 to 16.
Phillip’s Toy Mart-has been an independent, family owned and operated business since 1946, in the Belle Meade neighborhood. They have a huge selection of toys for children of all ages. Arts and crafts, educational toys, electronics, puzzles, games, costumes and accessories and more! They also have an amazing train display in the store!
The Getalong-The Getalong is a retail and community event space in East Nashville. The mission of The Getalong is to bring together high quality goods and a place for families and friends to gather. The Getalong features a pop-up of vendors, kid-friendly activities and something for everyone.
Brilliant Sky Toys & Books– is grounded in the belief that the right playthings give children a gateway to physical, emotional and cognitive development. They carry over 10,000 high quality specialty products to ignite children’s imagination and play! They also offer Messy Art and events throughout the year.
Scraps of Magic-One of our favorite shops in Charleston, SC. Scraps of Magic is a tween boutique with cute clothing and gift items.
Bright Box Play Kit These adorable sensory play kits are made by a Middle TN mom and are a great gift!!
*Women’s Boutiques*
K. McCarthy– A women’s boutique that will make you feel right at home, K. McCarthy offers women’s clothing, accessories, shoes and gift items. Located in the Green Hills, this boutique is a treasure!
Kate Leigh Co.-Kate Leigh is a resortwear brand for women and girls. Kate Leigh brand was founded in honor of the owner’s mother Penny, whom she lost to breast cancer 12 years ago. In loving memory of her, a portion of the Kate Leigh proceeds will be donated to breast cancer research.
Navy Bleu– Female founded, coastal inspired brand featuring clothing, pajamas, accessories, gifts and more!
Sailor Sailor– I connected with this brand through NECC Check out their pretty dresses, tops, game day collection, holiday and more!
Milly Marie Luxe The softest pajamas, offered in children’s and women’s sizes. Black Friday Sale-40% off
Coastal Brahmin– Global goods with a coastal flair! Ethically produced Hand Block Printed Clothing and Linens and handmade Straw Bags
Avara– Everything is BIGGER in Texas!! Avara is one of my go-to online boutiques! Use code DAWN15 for 15% off your purchase
Ella Shea-Local online boutique that also delivers locally and often hosts pop ups!
Willow Park– Cutest apparel, jewelry, gifts and more!
Wilder– This boutique located in Downtown Franklin will perfect your party looks, help you find some comfy casuals or a thoughtful gift for your girlfriends.
Posh Franklin- This stylish boutique in Downtown Franklin is the perfect place to find your next date night attire or something special for your wish list!
Woo Cosmetics- Pamper yourself or friends on your Christmas list this year at Woo Cosmetics. Woo Skincare +Cosmetics was founded to give women a personal, pampering and fun shopping environment for their makeup and skincare choices. Woo Caroland founded the original store in Nashville in 1992 and now has expanded to Atlanta and Charlotte. Woo also offers skincare services for the ultimate relaxation.
Vinnie Louise– is one of my favorite spots for apparel, accessories and gifts.
Sway-One of my favorite boutiques in Fairhope! I love their accessories and unique clothing!
*Gift Stores*
Fork of the South– This general store has a little bit of everything from unique gifts, books, home and even tasty treats!
Hot Pink Gifts– This one stop shop will help you find something for everyone on your list with gift items, home decor, books, Scout bags and much more!
Moss and Embers-This adorable shop, located in Burns, TN has a beautiful selection of gifts, home items, kitchen, garden and more!
Made in TN-Made in TN, located in The Factory has a curates the best locally sourced items. They can also put together gift baskets.
White’s Merchantile– is The Nashville Dad’s favorite store! This old-fashioned mercantile store with a modern day twist offers local goods! I love gathering items from White’s for gift baskets! You can now find White’s in 12th South, Green Hills and Franklin.
You’re Invited– is your go-to shop for gifts, paper and home accessories. Let You’re Invited help you with your holiday invitations.
Tin Cottage– will make you HAPPY! You can even snap a selfie in front of the Happy wall at both their Downtown Franklin and Columbia locations. We cannot walk by Tin Cottage without my daughter wanting to go in and browse their gifts, apparel, local items and she loves their bath bombs selection!
Giddy Paperie-Artwork, stationery, paper goods, gifts, tabletop, custom crests and more from giddy paperie.
Rock Paper Scissors-Hosting a holiday party? Let Rock Paper Scissors create the ultimate balloon garland for your festivities! They can also help you with your holiday cards, wrapping and gift giving.
*Books*
Parnassus Books-one of Nashville’s favorites located in Green Hills. Parnassus Books is the independent bookstore for independent people located in Nashville, Tennessee. Our shop has been co-owned by novelist Ann Patchett and her business partner, Karen Hayes, since it opened in 2011.
Landmark Booksellers-A great bookstore in historic downtown Franklin, Tennessee. Over 60,000 new and hard to find rare books including over 1500 signed first editions. Maps, prints, post cards and ephemera.
Bound Booksellers-Bound Booksellers is an independent book store in the Westhaven Town Center in Franklin, TN. Bound features a selection of children’s books and gifts carefully curated by its owner, Natalie Sanford. The sweetest shop!!
*Jewelry*
Mae Wearable Art– Colorful and unique bangles handmade in Atlanta!
Canvas Style– Festive jewelry, monthly bracelet stacks, gifts and more!
Able– ABLE is an ethical fashion brand that employs and empowers women as a solution to end poverty. We’re deeply devoted to quality – both in the products we make and the quality of life we aim to provide. We invest in, train, and educate women so they can earn a living, break the cycle of poverty, and thrive. They have beautiful jewelry, leather goods, clothing and more.
*Christmas Cards*
Dogwood Hill –has a beautiful selection of cards, paper and holiday decor!
*Specialty Gifts*
Honey + Hank: The cutest home and gift ideas! You’ll love these unique designs! I have pillows, tea towels and plates from honey + Hank that I love!
Bauble Stockings- These special stockings needle pointed in Haiti are a fun tradition that are meant to hold the final gift or clue of Christmas! Not only are they a sweet addition to Christmas but provide jobs to women in Haiti!
Southern Belle Coffee In Southern Belle Coffee, roasters Kimberly and Michael Slack have created an iconic coffee brand with Louisiana roots. It starts with a blend of gourmet coffees, freshly roasted every day at their roasting company, which has been operating in Louisiana for more than 120 years. They have some fun blends with the cutest names!
Sunshine Bath Co. Specialty soaps and candles handmade in Fairhope, Al.
Dots and Gingham Shop-Personalized stationary including Christmas gift tags, notepads, invitations, kid’s placemats and more
Country Music Hall of Fame Gift Shop– The Hall of Fame Gift Shop and Hatch Show Print have a wide variety of gift items for the music fans in your life!
Be Good Golf Co- Shop apparel for the golfer in your life! This happens to be my hubby’s and a friend’s venture!
For Pete’s Sake Pottery- My friend Susan has the most beautiful hand-painted pottery! She’s even partnering with Draper James this year to sell the cutest custom ornaments! If you’re looking for a unique gift, check out her work!
Nashville Bloom- Flowers always make a beautiful gift! !
*For the Home*
Smith & York Co.- is a modern home boutique on the charming square in Downtown Columbia, TN offering modern home goods, accessories, gifts and items for entertaining. Only 36 miles from Music City Center, a great day trip destination!
Spruce Spurce has a little bit of everything from home furnishing to fashion. I am inspired by the beauty every time I go! They also offer design services.
The Linen Duck– is a retail boutique and design studio located in Downtown Columbia, TN. They have everything from furniture, home decor to women’s apparel, jewelry and shoes.
Store House No. 9- From home furnishings to beautiful gift items, Store House No. 9 is one of my favorite shops!
Riverside Franklin-Unique home decor and boutique items in the heart of Downtown Franklin.
The Tidy Home Nashville-Give the gift of organization! If your home needs decluttered or reorganization, the ladies at The Tidy Home do an amazing job! They’re the cutest sister duo!!
Onyx + Alabaster-Onyx + Alabaster is a full service interior design studio and home interiors market that loves making life beautiful! 25% off entire purchase using code
Vignette- This beautiful store is so unique and offers an eclectic variety of home goods, textiles, art, gifts, fashion, jewelry, gift items and more!
The Preppy Stitch– The Preppy Stitch is a boutique monogram and embroidery shop focused on elevating the everyday and honoring the tradition of the monogram.
*Art*
Erika Roberts Studio Erika Roberts Studio has fine art, prints, apparel, tea towels, gifts and more!
JMOliverArt Jan is one of the sweetest people I know! She painted a portait of Gus that I adore!! She is so talented!
*Wellness/Self-Care*
Sek Sauna Once you try their sauna pods, you will want to keep going back! They also have celluma and pressotherapy services.
The Spa at Leiper’s Fork A day retreat in the heart of Leiper’s Fork Village with facials, massages, nails.
Wellness Bliss Box Specialty curated wellness boxes including for brides and corporate gifts! Wellness Bliss Boxes are founded by a Nashvillian.
*Sweet and Savory Treats*
Grab a gift card to one of these sweet spots for a fun gift or send a tasty treat!
*Spirits*
*Travel*
Consider booking a travel experience to one of my favorite locations
*Memberships*
The Supper Club Such a supportive online community with entertaining ideas, recipes, in person soirees and so much fun! Love this creative group
Goldfish Swim Center : Give the gift of swim! Goldfish is offering a Holiday Package including: 2 months of lessons (Jan/Feb), Limited edition Goldfish tote & towel, Goggles, Punch Card for our Snack Shack (10 free snacks), Family Swim Punch Card (5 free weekend Family Swims) and waived $25 membership fee
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