Want to support shopping local but strapped for time and want to do it from your home computer or even your smartphone? You absolutely can! Here are 10 Berks businesses to consider…
- Glass Tears. Want to memorialize a family member or pet that has passed away? This is a beautiful and unique way to do so. The handmade glass or jewelry pieces can carry an inscription or even incorporate cremation ashes for a memento that’s eternal. taylorbackes.com/pages/glass-tears
- Hey Honey. Local honey is most beneficial when you want to use it to help combat the effects of allergies, and it’s tasty, too. Grab some unfiltered raw honey from Uncle B’s Bees in sizes ranging from 4 ounces to 1 pound. unclebsbees.com
- A Cure for the Homesick. For the loved one who has moved away, gift them with A Box of Berks! Ship a package containing local Berks County favorites like Reading Coffee, Tastykake, Unique Snacks, Bauman Family Apple Butter, Anita’s Biscotti and more options! aboxofberks.com
- Crystals, Herbs & More. For the spiritual individual on your gift list, head to Raven’s Corner Herbals & Enchantments for aromatherapy bracelets, incense, tealights, sage bundles, tea pots and blends and much more. integrative-healing-arts-studio.square.site
- A Go-To for Goddesses. Head to Allison Clothing Company’s online shop for wooden Buddha statues, tin heart ornaments, jewelry, foot scrubbers, face masks, Tarot cards, incense, soaps and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. allisonclothingshop.com
- For the Music Lover. Shop a wide array of albums for the individual that enjoys listening to their favorite artists the old-school way from Young Ones Records online. The Kutztown store carries albums, offers pre-orders and more. youngonesrecords.com
- That’s Amore. Who doesn’t love Italian food? Shop goodies online at Russo’s Gourmet Italian Market and gift pastries, fine olive oil, coffee and espresso, pasta, vinegars, breadsticks, spices and seasonings, and that’s just a start. russofoodmarket.com
- A Delightful Delivery. Gift the gift of bouquets of fresh, local flowers from 4 to 12 times a year – or even more -- with a floral share from The Rustic Bunch based in Leesport. It’s the perfect gift for someone looking to enjoy a piece of nature all year round. rusticbunch.com/floral-share
- Fashion Finds. For the clothing lover on your list, head to Rhelm, an extension of The Bell Tower Salon & Spa. You’ll find fashionable tops, dresses, accessories and even beauty and wellness products from upscale brands. rhelm.com
- Make it Personal. From men’s and women’s accessories to seasonal essentials like scarves, hats and ponchos, you can make gifting these items even more special by enlisting the help of Anni B Monogramming for personalization. annibmonogramming.com
