Our goal as a publication is to encourage more folks to spend their dollars with small businesses, artists and creatives.  Our gift guides are designed to help you learn more about what’s available and we hope you’ll review and consider working with and buying from artists and entrepreneurs from the community.  Unique, high-quality products, services and experiences create memories that last a lifetime and we are so excited for you to check out these offerings.  The brands highlighted below are members of our community, subscribers and others who’ve been nominated by community members.

Stargazing Adventures

AstroTours invites you to experience the magic of the night sky through our Stargazing Adventures! Offered most clear nights just north of Boulder, Colorado, our tours are a two-hour journey into the cosmos, perfect for all experience levels. What to Expect:

Hands-On Stargazing: Use high-quality telescopes to observe planets, constellations, nebulae, and galaxies.
Interactive Learning: Learn to navigate the night sky, take astronomical measurements, and explore cosmic phenomena with expert astronomers. Read more>>

Alpine Virtual Assistants

I’m thrilled to share more about what I do! I’m the founder and CEO of Alpine Virtual, where we specialize in pairing busy professionals and entrepreneurs with exceptional US-based virtual executive assistants (VAs). Our services revolve around helping busy professionals streamline their operations and focus on what they do best by taking the administrative and organizational burden off their plates. Read more>>

KinetikChain Denver Physical Therapy

Massage Services at KinetikChain Denver: A Winter Gift Guide

At KinetikChain Denver, our massage services are more than just relaxation – they’re an essential part of healing, recovery, and peak performance. What inspired us to offer massage therapy is our commitment to helping people live pain-free, active lives. Winter can be especially taxing on the body, whether it’s from skiing, shoveling snow, or simply enduring the cold. We wanted to provide a service that combines physical relief with a touch of luxury – the perfect holiday gift for yourself or someone you care about. Read more>>

Xpansion With Ransom LLC

I’m thrilled to share more about my work as a death guide and energy healer. My services are designed to hold space for some of life’s most transformative experiences—whether it’s navigating the profound transition of death, supporting significant life shifts, or offering healing to those experiencing deep grief. Read more>>

Candy Letters

Candy Letters is a Colorado Springs based company that designs, 3D prints, and sells letter boards and decorative letter board icons. What started as a fun idea to personalize our own letterboards in our home has turned into a family business that brightens thousands of homes, businesses, and classrooms around the world! Read more>>

AnnieMarie Design, llc

Hi, I’m Reven Marie Swanson.

As an accomplished sculptor in the professional field of public art, it is time to expand my creative exploration. Cultivating a garden of independence from a demanding career, I explore the art of transforming glass. It is an intimate experience that is gratifying and I feel closer to the Natural World than ever before. Read more>>

Author/Illustrator Joni Franks

From bestselling author Joni Franks comes an endearing holiday story. This eighth book in the Corky Tails book series follows Sagebrush, the tailless puppy, and Young Miss, as they navigate life’s difficult challenges by believing in themselves and keeping hope in their hearts. Filled with heart-warming blessings, this volume shares the ancient folktale of how fairies chose corgis as their companion travelers and how corgis became to be known as the enchanted dogs of the fairy folk. Read more>>

Kuumba Therapy, LLC

Kuumba Therapy LLC empowers women and entrepreneurs to thrive in both business and personal life with a unique blend of business therapy and mindset coaching. Through our Mind My Business Coaching program, we provide practical tools for overcoming perfectionism, fostering an abundance mindset, and building resilience in the entrepreneurial journey. Our I Luv Me Some Me program champions women’s empowerment, helping women break through self-doubt, develop self-compassion, and embrace their worth. At Kuumba Therapy, we’re here to guide you in achieving lasting mental wellness and confidence so you can lead with purpose and passion. Read more>>

Louise Cutler Studio

I am thrilled to share the story behind The Ant and The Curious Little Boy, my enchanting new children’s book. This heartfelt tale is about a young boy who encounters a talking ant and learns about the wonders of nature, teamwork, and curiosity. Read more>>

10th Mountain Whiskey & Spirit Co.

Introducing Our 3-Liter Charred New American Oak Barrels!

We’re thrilled to reconnect and share one of our standout products with you! These miniature 3-liter charred new American oak barrels aren’t just vessels; they’re gateways to a richer whiskey experience. Read more>>

J.Dritto Creations

At the heart of my work is the art of hand engraving—a timeless craft that I’ve reimagined with a fresh, modern twist. My engravings are truly one of a kind, combining the precision of traditional techniques with a bold, illustrative style that takes inspiration from tattoo art. Every piece is meticulously engraved by hand, allowing me to infuse an extraordinary level of detail and personality into each design. While many engravers focus on scrollwork, which I admire, I’ve carved my own niche by embracing a more artistic, story-driven approach that sets my work apart. Read more>>

Aceite Diablo

Aceite Diablo (Devil Oil) was created in Hell’s Kitchen, NY. and it was an idea that we had my wife and i after years of going out and eating at restaurants in the area. Read more>>