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It’s always great to find really cool, unique new shops that sell really awesome stuff, especially when they’re upcycled, earth friendly, all natural, charitable or just plain amazeballs. I follow several on Instagram that are to die for and today, I’m sharing them with you, just in case you need a last minute gift idea for Christmas!

Crystal Bar Soap – Canada

@crystalbarsoap
www.crystalbarsoap.com

100% vegan & cruelty free handmade crystal soaps and bath bombs. Each one of these lovelies comes with a crystal tucked inside.

Nectar & Bumble – UK

@nectarandbumble
www.nectarandbumble.co.uk

Gifts, homeware, and natural skincare. Nectar & Bumble donates 10% of its profits to bee charities to help save the bees.

Lonesome Hobo Glass – Wisconsin, USA

@lonesomehoboglass
www.lonesomehobo.com

Hand crafted terrariums from recycled window glass.

The Sacred Dimension – California, USA

@thesacreddimension
www.thesacreddimension.com

Spiritual treasures for the body and mind.

ShowMe Orgonite – Missouri, USA

@showmeorgonite
www.showmeorgonite.com

Orgonite artists and reiki masters. Each piece is reiki infused.

Poison Apple Print Shop – Pennsylvania, USA

@poisonappleprintshop
www.poisonappleprintshop.com

One person print shop. Handmade illustrations and prints.

Sisters of the Black Moon – Sweden

@sistersoftheblackmoon
www.sistersoftheblackmoon.com

Eccentricities for the shadows of your soul. Clothing, jewelry and accessories.

Becca Douglas Art – Virginia, USA

@beccadouglasart
http://www.designbyhumans.com/shop/BeccaDouglasArt/

Dream paintings, tattoo design, and personal portraits.

Get creative this holiday season and support conscious local businesses and artisans with your gift giving!

Xo,

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#allvibesmatter #shitmyspiritguidesays #kintsugi #brokenisntbad

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