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When Cristy Armstrong isn’t organizing Creative Mornings Charleston, she’s out supporting local businesses. Today, she’s sharing a few of her favorite Charleston-made products that make for the perfect stocking stuffers.
Christmas is swiftly approaching, and you may still need that perfect stocking stuffer for family – including Aunt Mildred!
Stop by these locally-owned stores for jewelry, clothing, wellness products + more. When you shop local, you are supporting the business owners who call Charleston home. Plus, most of these gifts are under $20, so your wallet and your family members will thank you.
Here are some of my favorite picks:
Water Mission, 1150 Kinzer St. Bldg. 1605, North Charleston
Feel-good item: Clean water for Christmas!
No need to leave the comfort of your couch when you purchase Water Mission’s Christmas tribute card. Starting at donations of $10, this stocking stuffer will support Water Mission’s work in nations in need of clean water.
Christmas tribute card can be purchased here.
Well Now Supplements, 956 Wappoo Rd., West Ashley
Shoppers managing holiday stress can find locally made, all-natural health and wellness items at the new Well Now Supplements store. Anchored by the newly-launched line of THC-free CBD supplements from Clarity Nutraceuticals, the store carries only 100% S.C.-made products.
Products curated by the team include:
○ Clarity Nutraceuticals CBD powder drink mix, $6
○ CannaBonez premium hemp-infused treats for pets, prices vary
○ Gritty Goat Farm handmade goat milk soaps, $6
○ Oconee Valley Artesian Water (first and only artesian water source in S.C.)
Indigo Home, 4 Vendue Range St.
This local, family-owned store has been in business for nearly 25 years in downtown Charleston. This store, located at Waterfront Park, sells local products that have locals + visitors alike coming back.
Some of my top picks are:
○ Nanner Designs’ Charleston magnets, $7, and coasters + stickers, $4
○ Heather Martinez polymer clay earrings, $18
○ Old Whaling Company soaps, body butter and bath bombs, prices vary
Cannonborough Collective, 185 A St Philip St.
This downtown balloon shop and coterie of local Charleston gifts, souvenirs, + party supplies is a must-visit shop. Owned by two local women, this is the place to find something for everyone on your gift list.
Some perfect stocking stuffers include:
○ The Tiny Tassel acrylic earrings, $18
○ Park & Madison hand poured soy candles, $11
○ Charleston mugs for the coffee lover in your life, $15
ICYMI: Click here for our all-encompassing holiday guide – from where to see holiday lights, to other events like parades + shows, to local gift-buying guides.