Shop Small, Support Family Businesses: Your Guide to Black Friday

Happy BLACK FRIDAY, Everyone!!

As the holiday season is upon us, many of us are eagerly anticipating the annual shopping extravaganza known as Black Friday... which just so happens to be TODAY! While it's easy to get caught up in the frenzy of big-box stores and online giants, there's something special about supporting small, family-owned businesses, just like our very own Ledgewood Fine Stationery. In this blog post, I'll explore the importance of shopping small on Black Friday and how it can make a lasting impact on both the businesses and their communities. Get ready for a delightful and uplifting shopping experience that will leave you feeling fulfilled!

It's true that small businesses are the backbone of our communities. They bring character, uniqueness, and a personal touch to your shopping experiences. By choosing to shop small on Black Friday, you are directly supporting hardworking families and their dreams - including mine! I personally cherish the relationships I have built over the past eight years in business. (not to mention the relationships I built prior to opening Ledgewood Fine Stationery!) Year after year, I work with families for their Christmas cards and see how they have grown and changed. I love reconnecting this time each year and creating their unique Christmas cards and paper goods.

When you shop at a small family business, you're not just another face in the crowd. From personalized recommendations to genuine conversations, the attention to detail and care you'll receive is unmatched. I have both laughed and cried with customers over the years. I have worked with some of the absolute best people I have ever met. I truly feel honored being my customers "Designer for Life" for all their big milestones and celebrations.

If you're tired of giving generic, mass-produced gifts, shopping small on Black Friday is the perfect solution. Small businesses offer a wide range of unique and handcrafted products that you won't find anywhere else. Ledgewood Fine Stationery specializes in personalized and monogrammed stationery, including calling cards, note cards, acrylic trays, notepads, and more! All these items make great gifts that show that you took the time and care to get something personalized for the loved ones in your life.

Shopping at family-owned businesses allows you to build relationships and connections with the people behind the products. You can learn about the story behind each brand, their passion, and their journey. This connection adds value to your purchases and creates a sense of community that is often lost in larger retail environments.

This Black Friday, let's embrace the enduring spirit of small businesses and shop with a happy attitude. By supporting family-owned businesses, we can make a difference in our communities and create a more meaningful shopping experience. Remember, every purchase you make has the power to uplift a family, ignite a dream, and strengthen the fabric of local economies. So, let's shop small, support family businesses, and make this Black Friday one to remember!

With Love, Frances