Shop Small This Holiday Season

When most of us think of the holiday season, memories of quality time with family and friends, gifts we have given and have received, and immense amounts of food stick out in our minds among a plethora of other things, but with the devastation this year has caused for so many in the small business sector, please make an effort to shop small this holiday season. Every time a small business makes a purchase, it’s more to them than simply selling their product. Essentially it allows them to keep the lights on. It allows them to continue to do the things they love to do. It allows them to continue to chase their dream. Believe me, in chain retailers like Target, Walmart, TJ Maxx, etc. they don’t care that they just sold another product. Your willingness to buy their product, usually in much worse, mass-produced quality means nothing to them, when inversely the product that you could pick up or have made from a small business is a million times better in quality because of the time, devotion, and love that went into making that product just for you. Rather than feeding into the corporate machine, make a small business owner’s day, maybe even their year this holiday season!

Here are some small businesses that you can support this holiday season for anyone you might be looking to get a gift for!

Kooman Computing

Kooman Computing is where to go for ALL THINGS TECH. Need a new computer setup? Contact Kooman. Is your computer old or running slow? Contact Kooman. The Holiday Season is coming and Kooman will help you pick the best gifts for your family members.

Reach out to Kooman for any technology recommendations on Instagram @koomancomputing, and on Facebook!

Tori Mengel Art

Tori Mengel Art offers to you some of the very best in the art world this holiday season with vivid pieces of art that are sure to be a statement piece in any room that it is displayed in, ranging from oil paintings, to watercolors, prints, wood projects, digital artwork, and so much more! If you're lucky enough right now, (Wednesday Nov. 25, 2020) Tori is even doing a flash sale on her Instagram page to get the ball rolling for holiday shoppers that are looking for ways to show the people they care about just how much they mean with artwork and products that does not compare to the things you can get at TJ Maxx or Michael's, for a much better cost! Be sure to check her out on her website at torimengelart.com, on instagram Tori_mengel_art, and on Facebook at TM Art - Tori Mengel and start styling your life with TM Art!

Stateside Vodka

Stateside Vodka is made right here in Philadelphia with a smoothness to it's product that will be sure to wow at any socially-distanced gathering this holiday season, or would be the perfect gift to someone in your life! With a look that sets it apart from the competition, Stateside is our go-to for craft cocktails this season and every season! Be sure to pick up a bottle at your local liquor store today, and check out their website for tons of craft cocktails you can make at home!

Five Iron Golf

A tale as old as time... what to do with your golf game during the Winter... that's why Five Iron Golf is here! State of the art simulators and an experience that includes a wonderful selection of alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages, awesome food, and a night out golfing even when Mother Nature says no! The perfect gift for the aspiring Tiger Woods or Paige Spiranac in your life this holiday season! Check out Five Iron Golf today on their website, as well as on Instagram @fiveirongolf.

Hower Sage Art

Hower Sage is your place to get absolutely stunning gifts this holiday season; from calligraphy that will be sure to astonish any recipient, ornaments that will standout and impress for any holiday celebration, and custom illustrations of the family, wedding day, or any other special memories you may have with the people that you hold dear! Hower Sage is the place to go! Contact Melanie Hower today on Instagram @Howersage, on her website at www.howersage.weeblysite.com, or on her Etsy page at www.Etsy.com/shop/howersage

Pilot Bats

A small Buffalo, NY bat company started by a graduate of Mercyhurst University, 2 - Time Atlantic Regional Champion and NCAA Division II College World Series participant, Dom Cecere after rowing tired of snapping wood bats and spending $180 per top quality bat. With a wood shop background, Dom pondered ways in which he could give back to the game that gave him so much, so he started turning the lumber himself! Now, Dom makes custom wood bats of all lengths weights and colors for flat rate, affordable price, to get a dream bat in a kid's hands so they can pilot their pitch and see where the game of baseball can take them! Check him out today on Instagram @pilot_bats and swing for the fences!

Yardley Cigar Barn & Lounge

A Fourth Man Up favorite destination to purchase cigars from all over the world, Yardley Cigar Barn and Lounge, located at 724 Stony Hill Rd. Yardley, PA 19067 is a premier place to get the cigar lover in your life anything they may need, from cigars, to humidors, Boveda packs, lighters, cutters and more! Stop in and see the owner and operator, the legend himself Marvin at the front desk, and be welcomed as family whether it's your first time in the shop or your millionth time. Marvin would be glad to show you what's in-store in the world of cigars with brands like Cohiba, Rocky Patel, Drew Estate, Perdomo, and more! Check them out on Facebook too @CigarBarnLounge

Darby Shaye Photography

Are you or someone you know looking to get professional photos done this holiday season or shortly here after to update your walls, your profiles, or your portfolio? Darby Shaye Photography has got you covered with a one of a kind photography experience from a one of a kind photographer! Darby is based out of the Bucks County area, but is certainly down to travel and shoot anywhere, any time from personal photographs to engagement pictures, weddings and more! Check her out on Instagram @Darbyshayephotography, or on her website at https://www.darbyshaye.com/