2023 Holiday Gift Guide! by babesinbusinessstl

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Table of Contents All Things Elderberry 08

Clay Cosmetics 10

DEMIblue Clean Vegan Nail Polish 12

The Chocolate Rooster 14

Designs By P 16

Beautycounter 18

Freya’s Haven 20

Illuminate Health Online Coaching 22

Love By The Ounce 24

Ash + Stone Skincare 26

Pretty Okay Candles 28

Ptera Jewelry 30

Table of Contents Kris Miss Bake Shop 32

Modern Acupuncture 34

Allison Belolan Art 36

Taylored Innovations 38

Be Balanced By Lauren 40

Lit Life Creations 42

Sam and George Design 44 Soul Somatic Healing & Wellness Center

Pete’s Snack Shop 48

All Things Elderberry

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ALL things elderberry

We make delicious good for you products using the elderberry plant. Kids love the taste of our immune support elixir and gummies and mom's love less days off school! Always clean ingredients for our family and yours. USE CODE: BABES FOR 20% OFF YOUR PURCHASE

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Clay Cosmetics

All of our products are handmade with care to ensure the best quality. Products include body butters, scrubs, oils & more all made with cruelty free materials.

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DEMIblue Clean Vegan Nail Polish

DEMIblue Clean Vegan Nail Polish is 21-Free, Cruelty-Free, and does not contain animal by-products. Started after my Mom's experience with Breast Cancer and her inability to wear traditional nail polish products due to the chemicals that make them up. We now strive to offer vitaminrich nail polish products that do not include harsh and toxic chemicals or animal derivatives. DEMIblue Is Where A Healthier You Is Right At Your Fingertips!

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The Chocolate Rooster

It’s the chewy caramelized crust on our original Gooey Butter cupcakes and bites that make them simply irresistible! The pillowy inside makes it the perfect bite of St Louis. Think about us for sending gooey butters to friends and family that moved away from STL, catering events, holidays, weddings, corporate events, gifts and more.

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Designs By P

Designs by P offers personalized day of goods and gifts for any occasion. From hand-painted champagne gifts, drink signage, welcome signs, custom cocktail napkins, and much more! Whether it is a small event or a large event, we design together to make every detail personalized.

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Beautycounter Joanna Browning

BeautyCounter Joanna Browning is passionate about safe living and is a Brand Advocate for Beautycounter, an education first, mission based company dedicated to getting safer products into the hands of everyone. In the absence of government regulation Beautycounter has defined "Safety' and is working towards a future where you don't have to read labels for toxic ingredients. We offer skincare, cosmetics and curated limited edition gifts sets that are perfect for anyone on your list that appreciates high performing products that are clean, safe and sustainable.

Joanna Browning

USE CODE:CLEANFORALL20 FOR 20% OFF YOUR FIRST PURCHASE

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Freya’s Haven

Freya's Haven carries a thoughtfully curated selection of crystal specimens to support any intention and fit any budget. However, it is so much more than just a crystal shop! The owner, Rebe, is a a gifted practitioner who seamlessly blends crystals and spiritual practices to help busy women connect with their intuition and live in alignment with their Highest Self. Services include virtual crystal shopping appointments, Breathwork & Reiki

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Illuminate Health Online Coaching

Hey there, I’m Lauren & I’m a mom AND a fitness & nutrition coach for moms! I help moms gain strength and confidence throughout pregnancy & postpartum with effective workouts and balanced nutrition! From former healthcare worker to online women’s coach! I would love to chat about your goals today!

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Love by the ounce

Love By The Ounce creates one of a kind keepsakes to commemorate some of life’s fleeting moments. It could be to celebrate a breastfeeding journey or the loss of a loved one. No two pieces are ever alike and no two stories are ever the same. Whatever your story, let me help you hold onto it…forever.

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Ash + stone skincare LLC

Ash + Stone Skincare Llc

Simple, natural, nontoxic, clean and holistic skincare brand formulated for you to unlock your natural beauty.

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Pretty OKay Candles

Pretty Okay Candles

Pretty Okay Candles is an STL-based online shop specializing in realistic dessert and cocktail candles, decorative candle pieces, and long lasting wax melts. Each product is handmade in small batches with love (along with soy wax and beeswax) by executive chandler, sole employee, and owner, Steffy Gonzalez.

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Ptera Jewelry

Meet Jennifer Fleites, the visionary executive designer and founder of Ptera Jewelry. With an unwavering passion for creating exquisite demi-fine vintage modern jewelry, Jennifer has dedicated her life to the art of crafting pieces that inspire the dreamer within us all. Ptera Jewelry is not just a brand; it's a celebration of individuality and a tribute to the beauty of vintage styles and vibrant gemstones. Jennifer's creations are a testament to her creativity and artistic vision, drawing inspiration from the past while infusing a modern touch. Each piece of jewelry is lovingly designed, reflecting the soul of its creator and the dreams it carries. At Ptera Jewelry, we believe in the power of adornment to tell a story, evoke emotions, and inspire confidence. With Jennifer at the helm, we invite you to explore a world of timeless elegance and imaginative design. Embrace your unique style and the dreamer within you with Ptera Jewelry, where each piece is a work of art waiting to be discovered.

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Kris Miss Bake Shop

I’m a gluten free, vegan bakery that uses only natural flavors AND dyes. Right now you can find my baked goods at the Lake Saint Louis Farmers Market in the Meadows every Saturday, but I’m working on securing a brick and mortar location in Saint Charles!

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Modern Acupuncture

Modern Acupuncture 8480 EAGER RD BRENTWOOD, MO 63144

We offer an approachable, natural pathway, validated by thousands of years of practice, to better health and well-being for all in a convenient, peaceful and modern location. In thirty minutes or less, experience healing, escape, relaxation, and a balancing of your body. From the moment you walk through our door, all five senses encounter an environment of relaxation

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Allison Belolan Art

Meet Allison Belolan, an abstract artist based in the picturesque Westchester, New York. Her studio is where thoughtful creations come to life, each piece reflecting moments of quiet, thoughtful observation. Allison offers a world of unique, affordable abstract artwork that invites you to explore her original landscape collages and paintings, meticulously crafted using eco-friendly handmade paper and recycled materials. Immerse yourself in her one-ofa-kind artistry and bring a touch of inspiration to your space.

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Taylored Innovations

Taylored Innovations was founded to create that extra special touch to your celebrations and gift giving. Customization and quality are uniquely “Taylored” together for a custom experience! We offer a wide variety of items including custom drinkware, custom apparel and accessories.

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Be balanced by lauren

Be Balanced By Lauren

It’s that time of year again… Everyone is buzzing about their “New Year” Resolutions! Let’s ditch the miserable fad diets this year and treat yourself or a loved with the gift of optimized health year round! Lauren specializes in healing relationships with food, weight management, chronic fatigue, metabolic health, hormone balance, GI dysfunction, and more, including lab ordering services! She is compassionate by nature and will support you every step of the way in your journey where appropriate nutrition education, progress, and your well-being is her main priority, without harsh dietary restrictions. Finding balance in your life to achieve and sustain your health & weight goals is possible with the right support!

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Lit Life Creations

Meditation should be calm, not complicated especially if you're new to meditation, it can be difficult to sit still and focus. That's why we provide candles and incense specifically to help you get centered and stay focused. Lit Life Creations is your one-stop shop for all your metaphysical needs. Our candles and incense are made to help you focus during meditation, so you can gain the clarity needed to rise above the noise.

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Sam and George Design

Sam & George features artwork in many forms including one-of-a kind, hand painted Stanley Tumblers, dot grid journals and watercolor notecards. Ask about a custom flower or botanical design. 2023 Holiday home portrait commissions are being accepted now through November 21 - gift certificates are also available. "Art is a personal gift that changes the recipient. The medium doesn't matter. The intent does." - Seth Goden

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Soul Somatic healing & wellness center

Soul Somatic Healing & Wellness center 1500 S. BIG BEND BLVD. ST. LOUIS, MO 63117

SOUL is St. Louis's first wellness center with a focus on somatic practices to help people feel better in their bodies. Our signature somatic practices are goddess yoga and somatic healing breathwork, but we also offer stretch, mantras & movement, and a nervous system reset, and events like sound baths, sex ed classes, erotic book club, naughty paint & sip and more for overall wellness, health, and fun! Classes are small to allow for more one-on-one attention and to build community. Inperson, live online, and recorded classes are available. Private one-to-one and group sessions can also be booked. Come see how good it feels when your mind, body, and spirit are aligned! NEW CLIENT SPECIAL: $49 FOR 4 WEEKS UNLIMITED CLASSES

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Pete’s snack shop

Pete’s Snack Shop We love to cook lots of goodies for our friends and family, but so many were packed with heavy ingredients that had no nutritional value. We decided to start making snacks with a healthier base and fun mouth-watering flavors... beginning with mixed nuts! All packages include premium almonds, cashews, and pecans. St. Louis born, raised, and proud, Pete's Snack Shop products are hand-crafted locally in the kitchens at The Trolley Stop Bakery in Chesterfield. From hostess gifts and pantry must-haves to custom party favors and gift boxes, our treats are sure to be a hit for everyone

Thank you for shopping small, female owned, local business this holiday season. We are so grateful for you. Wishing you a blessed holiday season.