Pink and girly small businesses I've recently supported pt.2
Dear Diary,
It never ceases to amaze me how many small businesses there are to discover, that create the most amazing, unique pieces that you can't find elsewhere. I will admit that until I started up my own Instagram account and blog, I never really looked to a lot of small businesses to purchase particular items that I was looking for. I would always directly go to the bigger branded stores without taking the time to research and discover other business on the market. It wasn't until I made this change, that I began to discover just how you can find some absolute hidden gems. In case you haven't read the first part to this series that I did a couple of month back than you can check it out by clicking the button below. So let's see what and who I have purchased from recently and who you should be checking out this festive season.
Love Becky. Xxx
Soy Divine Wax Melts: If you know me by now than you will know that I'm a wax melt addict, lol. However, one thing that can not be disputed is the fact that the wax melt market is overly saturated which makes it even harder for small businesses to stand out with their creations. Even the big name brands have got on board and have started selling wax melts at the checkout. So when this small business approached me on Instagram and asked me if I wanted to rep for them, I couldn't have been happier. The items that the owner creates and her whole aesthetic is right up my street (pink, girly, and princess themed) what's not to like? Even her shipping boxes are pink. As well as her stunning designed shapes, the melts themselves burn beautifully and leave such a gorgeous aroma around the home without being too overpowering or leave you with a bit of a headache (which some brands do). I always get excited in the evening when I'm about to sit down with my hot chocolate and watch a bit of television and I get to pick out a melt to burn. What's not to like? If you would like to go over and support this brand than I have left a link button for you below which will direct you to their main website as well as a discount code which will entitle you to 10% off sitewide. Other items sold also include candles, reed diffusers and room sprays which are perfect for gifting.
Discount code: PINKDIARIES10
Laser Daisy Designs: I first discovered this small business last Christmas when browsing for pretty ornaments to put on my Christmas tree. This business specialises in laser cutting, engraving and personalised items. Products sold include acrylic street signs, ornaments and floral hoops. I purchased an acrylic street sign to go right above my vanity as having a bare space in that area really niggled at me, and I knew I wanted a street sign of some sort as I have seen a few home accounts on Instagram purchasing similar ones but at a more expensive price. The one I purchased only cost me a fraction of the price, is fully customisable as you can choose the size and colours plus, it arrived really quickly and looks just stunning in my beauty room. I highly recommend them to anyone. If your not a fan of acrylic, than wooden ones can be made or you can pop a message over to the owner to create a bespoke order. There is also the option of having holes or not, if you want to hang it on the wall like me, or to just have it on display in your home. Whatever design you decide to go for, it's definitely worth the investment.
Nayworth Cottage Crafts: This is another one of those golden ticket businesses that you happen to stumble across when browsing pink inspiration on Instagram and once you start following them, you just become addicted to their page, lol. The lady who runs this small business makes the most gorgeous felt stationary and planner accessories that you will ever see. When I first saw her items I just knew that I had to get my hands on some, especially with me purchasing a new planner a couple months back, lol. Due to how busy her shop gets she only opens her Esty store a few times a year but every time it reopens, new items are added to the ever growing collection there already is. You are bound to find something to suit your needs, and new collections are always added during the most popular celebrations during the year (Easter, Halloween, Christmas etc.). I already have a few items in my Wishlist for the Christmas period. I highly suggest that you follow this small business on Instagram as you can keep up to date as to when the shop reopens and follow the owner along in her stories on her day to day life. P.S. If you like gardening and gonks, than you will love this lady, lol.
Bloom Boutique x: As soon as October hit, I was on the hunt for a pink Christmas wreath that wouldn't break the bank, which can be hard to come by these days. When I discovered a home account I was following on Instagram had just started up their own business creating the most stunning bespoke floral arrangements, I knew I had to get my order in, ASAP! The owner is so friendly and accommodating and will work with you to create your custom order no matter your budget. The designs she creates suit an array of palettes so your bound to find something to suit your tastes. The process from start to finish was so professional and efficient and I can already see how quickly this business is growing in popularity as they managed to hit 2k followers in just under 3 weeks! Crazy, I know, but you have to see for yourself just how amazing these creations are. Plus, you can have accessories added to your orders like me which include candy canes, snowflakes, nut crackers, gonks, you name it. I'm so excited to see where this business goes and I'm already reserving my spot for an Easter wreath next year.
Kwerky Designs: For the longest time, I've desperately been on the hunt for cute, girly Starbucks tumblers like I see so many other influencers have on Instagram. The only problem is that they all seem to be based in the US and I'm not willing to pay £40 shipping for a tumbler no matter how desperate I am, lol. When I saw one of my followers on Instagram show that she had purchased some Disney inspired ones from this particular small business on her stories, I immediately went straight to her shop and made a purchase. I was absolutely over the moon when I saw all the products that were on offer in her store, and the prices were on point! The attention to detail is amazing, and the colours are absolutely beautiful too might I add. I put a request in for a custom order, as their was one particular item that I had wanted but there was 1 or 2 changes that I wanted to make and the owner couldn't have been more accommodating and efficient to my request. They were so friendly and made me feel even more over the moon that I had discovered this shop. The items are such good quality and you can guarantee I'll be back for more for both myself and also gifting purposes.
Pop dinks: I discovered this small business through a recommendation from one of my good followers on Instagram. I was on the look out for a UK based small business that makes cute straw toppers for the Starbucks tumblers that everyone seems to be getting these days, lol. When I discovered that they also stocked cold cup coasters, I just knew that I had to pick one up to match my ever growing tumbler collection (thank you for that @beautyxgoddessx, lol). If your on the look out for that perfect accessory for your tumbler than I would highly recommend this shop. You'll be the star of the show with your interchanging accessory pieces that people are guaranteed to ask where you purchased them from. Plus, when I purchased this coaster, a couple of free Minnie mouse stickers were included inside the parcel. Talk about adding that extra special touch to a purchase? Also, the most adorable festive pop sockets are now available for purchase at this store which would make a great gift for that special someone.
