MAKE SMALL STRONG - Support Local Businesses

INTRODUCTION

Christmas is just around the corner as we move to the month of October. But this year Christmas shopping would be bit different and kind of weird. People will be more innovative while planning for the best Christmas presents for their loved ones.

Christmas Ideas would flourish and it will make you the best Secret Santa ever. Now, the question is what would be the good secret Santa gifts?

Let’s find out.

ALTERNATE GIFTING IDEAS

If you are passionate and choosy while purchasing gift items, probably this year you will try to be more conscious and responsible. Instead of boosting popular marketplaces you would love to support a local business more. A gift voucher would be a great idea to give a relief for these businesses who are struggling. Craft shops, Bookshops, Salons, Art galleries what ever they are in to but a small steps of yours can make a huge difference.

HANDMADE GIFTS - WHAT IS SO SPECIAL ABOUT THEM?

If you are planning to buy gifts for whom you care, you would love to ensure that these gifts are carefully crafted with extra attention and putting a extra effort. Hence handmade craft ideas, easy handmade gifts from friends would be an excellent idea. If it’s for your family members – there would be nothing better than a homemade gift for dad or homemade gifts for mom. Even online Christmas gifts for grandparents would add a smile while supporting these small business ventures.

Even, next time when you search on Google – craft store near me, chances are high that you will find your local kirana shops, art & craft shops near to your location. India being the home of almost 60 million business who falls under the bracket of small scale and MSME this is essential that we highlight them and ensure their success. With a rough estimation of shut down being at 24% these small-scale business ventures requires our support and enthusiasm to revive.

Due to the recent socio-economic slowdown, intermittent lockdowns across the cities, and sheer supply chain disruptions the impact is visible across industries. Initiatives such as ‘Grow with Google Small Business hub” by Google and other players like Zoho and Instamojo would definitely be the catalyst and are playing critical aspect for the survival process of these ventures.

SUSTAINABLE GIFT ITEMS ARE INTERESTING

Gifts are always interesting, but the sustainability factor make it even more close to your heart. So if you are planning to buy a recycled denim bags for this Christmas or for your regular use once the lockdowns are over you might want to choose a sustainable denim bags over purchasing a lavish leather one which has got cruelty history behind. For the modern house interior décor planning we have a wide range of sustainable home décor solutions.

Handmade kilim cushion covers are wonderful for the minimalist interior while the cotton bedsheet range or table runners & table mats are the perfect pair to suit both traditional interior design or modern contemporary interior design solution.

The key take away is pretty simple – we need to be #vocalforlocal and stand in solidarity to the craftsmanship and the fellow artisans, small business who are thriving for their existence.

Look for local, search shops from your neighborhood because they need our support.

Make small strong.

Let us be their secret Santa this year.