In this video I put together a gift guide that’s small brands only—because the holidays can get so loud and so consumption-y, and I really wanted this to feel more mindful. I share a big list of makers and studios I love (especially ceramics), plus a few categories that always feel like “safe but still special” gifts: objects for the home, paper goods and art, and scent things like candles and incense. The goal isn’t to buy more—it’s to buy better, and to support people who are actually making the work. I also talk about how I like to shop when I’m trying to be intentional: curated shops that do the digging for you, magazines that spark ideas (and feel like a gift on their own), and vintage sources like auctions or curated Etsy finds. If you’re stuck, I think gifting tools or materials can be such a sweet move too—like an incense-making kit that turns into an experience, not just an object. And I really mean it when I say: please share your favorite small brands in the comments (and if you’re a maker, share your work). I love finding new worlds of objects through you.