With the holidays just around the corner, it’s time to start looking for the perfect gifts for your loved ones. The Kingston region is home to many local artisans and craftspeople, so you have an abundance of choices for handmade gifts. Here is a list of a few local makers and where you can find their goods this season.
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ChocChique offers ethically sourced and locally made-from-scratch chocolate bars. You can find ChocChique at the Memorial Centre Farmers’ Market every Sunday, or online.
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Based in Kingston’s east end, Pine Point Products creates soy wood wick candles and wax melts. Find their products online.
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Cada Lenda creates one of a kind, handmade jewelry, using thrifted, repurposed, and upcycled materials. You can find Cada Lenda products at Studio 88 and the upcoming Christmas Market at the Tett Centre, on December 21.
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With luxurious and affordable self-care products, Old Country Bath and Body offers products made in small batches that are gentle on sensitive skin. You can find Old Country Bath and Body at Harlowe Green and Sugar and Stone Aesthetics.
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The Bright Bead Shop offers handcrafted beaded jewelry and accessories. You can find The Bright Bead Shop products on display at Kingston Coffee House in downtown Kingston.
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Looking for leafprint jewelry created using local botanicals or pewter ornaments? You can find Cindy J online or at the Kingston Holiday Market.
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Specializing in hand crafted cakesicles, cake pops, and chocolate covered treats, you can order these goodies online.
