Why Buy Local for the Holidays?

By now you’ve probably started your holidays shopping, and maybe you’re at a complete loss as to what you should gift to certain friends and family members. Sure, it’s easy to pick up a gift at a big-box retail store, but it doesn’t say “personal,” and it doesn’t have that added flair that will make it stand out from the usual run-of-the-mill present. We have the answer to your shopping woes, and it’s whittled down into two simple words—buy local.

So, why exactly should you buy local for the holidays?

1. You’ll be supporting the local economy, which is an indirect (and possibly a direct) benefit to yourself because of the re-circulation of money, the job opportunities, and the community support.

2. Small, local businesses provide a wide range of unique gift ideas. From arts and crafts to carefully preserved antiques to gourmet food items, these downtown shops offer any type of item that you can think of.

3. Downtown shopping lets you avoid the crowded madness at retail stores. Really, who wants to battle crushed toes and packed lines?

4. For the most part, you’ll probably receive much better customer service at local shops. These shops operate on a much smaller scale, meaning that both owners and employees are better able to direct their attention to individual shoppers.

Perhaps you’re need of some suggestions for buying local around the Scottsville, Virginia area. Well, there are always High Meadows Vineyard Inn gift certificates! Browse the “antiques, curious goods, and collectables” at Scottsville’s River Town Antiques. Drive a short distance to Charlottesville, and explore the vast amount of downtown shops. If you’re looking for more crafty gifts, then don’t miss the Cville Holiday Craftacular this Friday and Saturday (find more information in our last blog here).