In honor of Small Business Saturday, we want to highlight the 12 milspouse and veteran-owned small businesses that were part of our 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway this year.
You just have to check these out during your holiday online shopping.
It’s awesome to support those who serve and it’s a small way we can give back this season. Plus, these gifts are sure to meet the needs of everyone on your shopping list.
1. Cover Love
In 2012, Courtney opened an Etsy shop with a dream of selling a pillow or two. Almost 20,000 sales later, she has turned her dream into a career that can move with her while her husband is serving in the US Navy. If you are looking for a special gift with a personal touch, visit www.coverlove.net to explore her custom, rustic pillow designs!
2. Rakkasan Tea
While serving in Iraq and Afghanistan, Rakkasan Tea Company co-founders Brandon Friedman and Terrence Kamauf often drank tea with locals. That led to an idea that would help the economies of war-torn areas. Now they find the hidden gems of the tea world. Unlike most premium loose-leaf tea in the U.S., RTC imports solely from post-conflict countries as a way to promote peace and economic growth. Learn more about these rare and delicious teas at www.rakkasantea.com.
3. Sasa Loo
Monica Brenoskie, the military spouse behind Sasa Loo, is an heirloom cloth doll maker and fiber artist. Whether it’s from a collection inspired from the time her family was stationed in Okinawa or from her own deeply rooted childhood, each piece is a work of handcrafted art intended to hold a personal meaning to each home it goes to and to inspire smiles when it is seen. Whether it reminds you of a time, a place, symbolizes your love for someone special, or rekindles your own childhood imagination, each doll is lovingly made with the greatest attention to quality and detail so that it is sure to be around for generations to come!
4. Southern Elegance Candle Co.
At Southern Elegance Candle Company, they create more than just candles. Their small-batch candles are designed to capture the moments that are most important in life. They strive to foster a sense of community, southern hospitality, and the comfort of home. See their holiday collection here!
5. Teak & Twine
Teak & Twine is the leading specialty gift box with curated small-batch products from local artisans. Founded by Torrance Hart, a United States Air Force Veteran, Teak & Twine puts the joy back into gifting. Each box is created with intention, elegantly assembled and finished with fine packaging. Learn more at Teakandtwine.com or on Instagram.
6. Sword & Plough
Sword & Plough is a veteran-owned, mission-driven fashion company that repurposes thousands of pounds of military surplus into stylish bags and accessories that are made by five different veteran-owned or partially operated American manufacturers. The certified B corporation donates 10% of its profits to impactful veteran initiatives. Since launching on Kickstarter in 2013, Sword & Plough has repurposed over 30,000 pounds of military surplus, helped support over 75 veteran jobs, and donated over $100,000 to veteran non-profit organizations.
7. Nomadés
Nomadés began with a group of military wives looking to commemorate and connect their years of deployments, moves, family, and everything that makes up the lives of military spouses. In 2009, the Nomadés Collection was born, connecting the founders’ stories with those told of the military sisterhood around the world. Handcrafted in America, charms are made of sterling silver. View the complete collection of duty station, patriotic and life’s moments charms at nomadescollection.com.
8. Grant Patton
At Grant Patton, they make products (like socks and ties!) that are thoughtfully designed with military themes, using the highest quality materials, and made right here in the USA. Fight hard, look sharp!
9. Battle Brothers
Battle Brothers Shaving Co. is a company for warriors, by warriors. It was born out of brotherhood, service, and self-sacrifice. With attention to detail and uncompromising quality, our razors are designed for easy maintenance. The brushes are all handmade and our razor blades manufactured with high-grade stainless steel. Keep your friends close, and your shave closer!
10. Charliemadison Originals
Founded in 2010 by a military spouse and named after her daughters, Charliemadison Originals is more than just jewelry. Their bracelets help you stay anchored to what’s most important in your life and serve as your everyday reminder of what you cherish most. They are proud to honor the three generations of their family who served in the military, as well as the military community they love, by donating 5% of sales to organizations that support military service members and their families. Visit CharliemadisonOriginals.com to find your favorite everyday reminder or gift one to a special gal in your life!
11. Bottle Breacher
Bottle Breacher is one of the fastest growing Veteran Owned and Operated businesses in Arizona. Former Navy SEAL Eli Crane, and his wife Jen were featured on ABC’s Shark Tank with their unique bottle opener made of recycled, authentic decommissioned .50 caliber bullets. Now with a full range of gifts for everyone on your list at BottleBreacher.com.
12. Hope Designs
As a military spouse herself, Lauren Hope carefully hand crafts unique, military jewelry and accessories to honor our country’s service veterans and heroes. Her creations are available online, and in selected not-for-profit, military spouse mission-driven gift shops. See Hope Designs!