This holiday season, give gifts that mean something—from businesses that mean everything to the people behind them.
Our Holiday Gift Guide features small businesses from the Hello Alice community. These aren’t just recommendations. They’re celebrations of real entrepreneurs who’ve built something worth sharing, created jobs, supported their families, and proved that small businesses are the backbone of our economy.
Every purchase you make supports a dream in progress. Every gift you give carries a story worth telling.
Why Shop Small Businesses This Holiday Season?
When you buy from a small business, you’re not just getting a product, you’re getting something made with intention. You’re supporting someone’s livelihood. You’re keeping money circulating in real communities. And you’re giving gifts that come with stories, not just barcodes.
The Hello Alice community is home to thousands of small business owners who’ve overcome obstacles, taken risks, and poured everything into building something meaningful. This Holiday Gift Guide shines a spotlight on those businesses, the ones creating products worth wrapping up and putting under the tree.
From handcrafted goods to innovative products you won’t find anywhere else, these businesses deliver quality, heart, and purpose in every order.
Let’s make this holiday season about celebrating the people who make entrepreneurship real.
Featured Hello Alice Businesses
For Him
Gifts that deliver quality, style, and substance—because the men in your life deserve products built to last.
Jimbob’s Grizzly Beard Care
All-natural beard oils, balms, washes, and gift sets handcrafted with premium ingredients including baobab oil from Madagascar. This Marine veteran-owned business works directly with a third-generation comb maker in Madagascar, supporting her family with each order. Free personalized engraving on brushes and combs.
Shop: http://www.jbgbc.com
Whiskey Oak Seasonings
Small-batch smoked salts, sugars, and seasoning blends slowly smoked over natural hardwoods using a proprietary smoker built by the founder. All products are vegan, gluten-free, and preservative-free. Features Steak Seasoning, Pork & Poultry Seasoning, Smoked Salt, Smoked Sugar, and Old Fashioned cocktail syrup.
Shop: https://www.whiskeyoak.com/
5W Auto Cleaning Accessories
Eco-friendly, waterless car care products including Wash + Wax, Wheel Cleaner, Glass Cleaner, Tire Shine, and Odor Eliminator. Conserves 24-40 gallons of water per wash with professional-grade results. Free from harsh chemicals—perfect for car enthusiasts who care about the environment.
Shop: https://5wauto.com/
For Her
Beautiful, thoughtful gifts that celebrate style, self-care, and supporting women-owned businesses.
Rebel Nell
One-of-a-kind jewelry made from repurposed Detroit graffiti, murals, Belle Isle Conservatory glass, and Motown records. This women-owned social enterprise has hired 40+ women out of shelter living and graduated 36 through their empowerment program. Every piece is truly unique and supports women facing barriers to employment.
Shop: https://www.rebelnell.com/
Stunning Statements
Bold, handcrafted fashion jewelry featuring vibrant colors and artistic styles. Each piece is hand-finished with dramatic detail, making no two sets the same. Wearable art designed to help you stand out, feel confident, and express your authentic self—from the office to a night out.
Shop: https://stunningstatements21.com/
Everette… Handbags of Pure Jeanious
Handcrafted handbags made from repurposed denim and sustainable materials. Founded by Bronx native Evelyn Frederick, who’s designed for clients nationwide including actress Erica Ash. Each custom-made bag is a unique masterpiece—blending 1940s-60s vintage elegance with modern sustainability.
Shop: https://everettebags.com/
For Kids and Family
Gifts that inspire imagination, celebrate diversity, and create memories worth keeping.
Little Patakha
Educational, screen-free books, games, and toys for early childhood. Founded by a BIPOC woman who gave a TEDx talk on this work, Little Patakha (“Little Firecracker”) weaves inclusion into learning—helping children hit developmental milestones while building empathy and cross-cultural understanding.ected kids, families celebrating South Asian heritage, or anyone looking for diverse, inclusive gifts for children.
Shop: https://www.littlepatakha.com/
Bunny Hopkins
Heirloom-quality open-ended play products including the Wobble Board, Climbing Triangle, Rocker, Balance Beam, and Mud Kitchen. Handmade in the USA, paying living wages to Atlanta artisans. Award-winning (ASTRA, Mom’s Choice) and featured on Fox TV. Designed to foster imagination, creativity, and skills vital for tomorrow’s world.iching.
Shop: https://bunnyhopkinstoys.com/
MelanBrand Skin
Dermatologist-approved, Leaping Bunny Certified skincare for melanated skin. Founded by a mother-son duo, their MelanMoisture Collection and MelanKids Discovery Kits use natural, clean ingredients. Includes the children’s book “Wash Your ‘T’ and Close Your Eyes.” Hosts workshops and school programs empowering families to prioritize skincare as self-care.
Shop: http://www.MelanBrandSkin.com
Puzzles of Color
Beautifully illustrated puzzles featuring people of color and multicultural themes—each designed as frameable art by talented artists of color. Founded by Black-owned sibling duo Ericka and William to solve the diversity gap in puzzles while celebrating the full range of expression for people of color.ime.
Shop: https://www.puzzlesofcolor.com/
Home & Lifestyle
Transform your space with products that bring warmth, flavor, and intention to everyday living.
Urban Botany
Curated plants, handcrafted planters, and botanical home goods—all sustainably sourced from local artisans or globally using responsible methods. Born from FloretCo flower shop, Urban Botany transforms urban spaces into tranquil sanctuaries. Hosts workshops and events for nature lovers and home decor enthusiasts.
Shop: https://urbanbotany.com/
ArayaSunshine Candle Company
Handmade soy-vegan candles, wax melts, and home fragrance products. Named after their grandchildren Aryah and “Sunshine,” this family-owned business crafts non-toxic products using natural soy vegan flakes and phthalate-free fragrance oils. Offers custom candles, mobile candle-making classes, and employs individuals who need to feel needed.
Shop: https://www.arayasunshinecandlecompany.com/
The Chai Box
Authentic Indian chai blends inspired by different regions, using generations-old family recipes. Founded by a woman who started drinking chai at age two and blending teas at twelve. Brings the warmth, spice, and cultural tradition of family chai time to your kitchen.
Shop: https://thechaibox.com/
Wellness & Self-Care
Give the gift of self-love, healing, and products that nourish from the outside in.
That Good Good Shea
Natural shea butter body butters and skincare with simple, clean ingredients. Luxurious formulas focused on the healing power of shea butter—delivering self-care without chemicals. Honest skincare that leaves skin feeling nourished and loved.
Shop: https://thatgoodgoodshea.com/
SIIKA Herb + Honey Co.
Raw honey infused with organic herbs using traditional glass jar methods—never over heat. Also offers non-toxic candles and paraben-free beauty products. Founded by Makuyo after a vision in Ghana, SIIKA (meaning “wealth, luxury, beauty” in Ga) merges ancestral wisdom with modern luxury. Supports the National Black Farmers Association.
Shop: https://siikaherbandhoney.com/
Outdoor & Adventure
For the explorers, the adventurers, and the people who refuse to stay inside.
Road Runner Bags
Handmade bags for cyclists, travelers, and adventurers. Made in downtown LA since 2010, employing eight skilled artisans who handle every cut-and-sew step. Over 300,000 bags built with lifetime durability. Orders delivered to the post office by cargo bike. Repairs rather than replaces defective products.
Shop: https://roadrunnerbags.us/
Conscious Gear
Eco-friendly outdoor gear and wearable hydration products built on three pillars: Consciously Inclusive (celebrating all body types, races, abilities, and human uniqueness), Consciously Hydrating (combating chronic dehydration), and Consciously Outdoors (protecting the land through sustainability and conservation).
Shop: https://conscious-gear.com/
Lukafit Activewear
Performance activewear designed for curves. Born from a 1,000+ member NYC workout group for women of color, Lukafit creates comfortable, stylish pieces that actually fit hips, thighs, and derrieres. Named from the Zulu word “juluka” (to sweat)—building a community of sisters united in self-care.
Shop: https://lukafit.com/
For Pet Lovers
Because our furry family members deserve the best, too.
Sweet Paws
Wearable teethers—stylish bracelets designed for puppies and their people, so you can take playtime on the go. Created when puppy SoBe’s constant nipping inspired a functional, fashionable solution. Product line includes other innovative items that amplify the joy of pet care.
Shop: https://sweetpawspup.com/
Waggin
The patented WAGGIN G1—the first dual bike trailer and pet stroller that transforms into a backpack. Quick setup, space-saving, apartment-friendly design for small to medium-sized pets. Built for urban pet parents who refuse to leave their dog at home for any adventure.
Shop: https://waggin.com/
BellePepper Cats LLC
Premium, single-ingredient cat treats made in the USA with prime cuts of meat—never scraps. Free of fillers and preservatives. Woman-owned by pet parents committed to treats that meet the highest standards of health, safety, and transparency. Reusable and recyclable packaging.
Shop: https://bellepeppercats.com/
Keep Shopping Small All Season Long
The businesses in this Holiday Gift Guide are just a small sampling of the incredible entrepreneurs in the Hello Alice community. As you check off your holiday shopping list, remember that every purchase from a small business makes a real difference.
Want to discover more small businesses? Explore the Hello Alice community and find entrepreneurs creating everything from products to services that deserve your support—not just during the holidays, but all year round.
From all of us at Hello Alice: Happy holidays, and thank you for shopping small. 🎁