Throughout the community, dedicated artists weave, pour, shape, and curate products that embody both skill and authenticity. From hand-crafted soaps and custom fragrances, each piece created by the hands of a local artisan embodies the spirit of Springfield – one of creativity, sustainability, and neighborly kindness. With such a variety of talent, shopping locally for holiday gifts has never been easier!
This holiday season, the Farmer’s Market of the Ozarks invites you to shop locally for unique, custom-made gifts and a personal and relational buying experience. The inspiration behind each product connects the recipient with a personal story of strength, talent, and true craftsmanship. Artisans across the Springfield area work especially hard this time of year to offer highly personalized gifts that show the recipient that time and care were taken when selecting it. The sophistication of shopping local is becoming the most elegant form of gift-giving, supporting sustainable community growth and choosing quality over quantity in the form of rare treasures. While artisans offer a wonderful variety of products year-round, they appreciate local support during the holiday season, a traditionally slower time for sales and revenue among small businesses. To find a truly timeless gift, consider shopping some of these incredible local retailers and others at local Farmer’s Market of the Ozark events.
Season’s Sleepings
Fabric Arts
Using fun and vibrantpatterns, Ellie Rowe of Season’s Sleepings creates pillowcases, scrunchies, and dog bandanas to celebrate any occasion! From holiday characters to favorite sports teams, Season’s Sleepings is a great place to find a unique and personalized gift this holiday season.
Simple Pleasures LLC
Body & Beauty
Handmade products that range from beaded jewelry and cold pressed soap to hand poured candles, Simple Pleasures, LLC. has something for everyone on your list. Owner Kimberly Chaney is proud of her three-generation black-woman owned business that brings a smile to every customer in the simplest of ways.
https://www.instagram.com/simplepleasuresllc/
Moth & Myrrh
Fragrance
At Moth & Myrrh, they believe exploring fragrance is an art form. Specializing in exquisitely crafted micro batch perfumes for over 25 years, owner Heidi Schoonveld helps customers discover their unique, signature scent. Custom perfumes and body oil requests are always welcome!
https://mothandmyrrh.com/
Moss + Pearl Soap Company
Body & Beauty
Moss + Pearl Soap Company is a family owned and operated business located in Mansfield, Missouri. All of their bath and skincare products are handcrafted from raw ingredients right in the heart of the Ozarks. Their focus is simple: crafting beautiful, sustainable, and effective skincare.
https://mossandpearlsoapco.com/
When you browse the booths of local farmer’s markets, purchase hand-made jewelry, or sip on a cup of java from a local café, you are doing more than buying a gift – you are investing in the community. Each purchase made gives back to the people of Springfield who color our city with character and modern charm. Each dollar spent gives back to our schools, public places, and the local families who are the heartbeat of Springfield. So, this year, when you are filling the stockings and rushing out for last-minute gifts, remember to step into the glow of independent shops, slow down and linger in conversation with vendors at local markets, and find a piece that evokes real, raw emotion that no algorithmically suggested gift could ever match. When you do, you’ll be sure to find an artisan with a heart-warming story to tell and a product infused with the heart and holiday spirit of the community.
Lewd Linens
Novelty & Niche
Jesse Stone, owner of Lewd Linens, wants to help customers express themselves and encourages them not to take life too seriously. Her hand-painted, sassy images can be painted on almost any home goods item, including tea towels and pillows. Custom orders are available as well.
https://lewdlinens.com/
Elaine in the Membrane
Novelty & Niche
Elaine is a local artist who loves to create nature themed art. With an emphasis on animals, Elaine’s work is whimsical, playful, and vibrant. She primarily works with watercolor, graphite, and digital mediums to produce a variety of products such as calendars, prints, cards, notebooks, and more.
https://elaineinthemembrane.com/