For the Kids

Between making lists for Santa and trying to scour the stores for the hottest new toys, shopping for kids during the holiday season can be utterly exhausting. Why not get them something that no one else will have all while supporting a small business? Most of the shops below are clothing, hair accessories, and bowties, but there are some toys that are perfect for your holiday list. Check them out below, and shop small!

10. Stuffed Squadrons

Do you have a budding pilot in your life? Stuffed Squadrons makes adorable knitted aircraft perfect for cuddling and playing. Aircraft are made to look like the real deal, including planes from the Marine Corps, Navy, and the Army. Contact shop owner Christina Torres to place your order in time for the holidays!

11. Skidz Wife Creations

Skidz Wife Creations, owned by military spouse Jamie Beach, specializes in embroidery items. She makes everything from t-shirts, burp cloths, onesies, and personalized towels. But for the holiday season, Skidz Wife Creations has Santa sacks, perfect for wrapping large gifts on Christmas morning. Pre-order them today to help make your holidays complete!

12. Stitches Fiberworks

Stitches Fiberworks, owned by USMC spouse Elizabeth Tompkins, is a fabulous shop for the kiddos this holiday season. Elizabeth makes hand knitted lovies, toys, and mermaid tail blankets- all of which are perfect gifts for this holiday season. Her high quality yarn and craftsman ship withstands the test of time (and busy hands), and kids love them!

13. Polka Dot Prints

Do you have a Thanksgiving or Christmas baby coming this year? Polka Dot Prints is a an embroidery shop that makes adorable baby keepsake stuff animals with all your little one’s important information from the day of their birth. They make a great “Baby’s First Christmas” gift or baby shower gift!