Favorite Small Businesses for Holiday giving in Katonah, Pound Ridge, and Bedford

It's the most wonderful time of the year, which means holiday shopping.  I know you want to shop consciously in your community, buys sustainable toys, and not increase your carbon footprint. here are the communities Favorite Small Businesses for the holiday's in Northern Westchester, New York.

Here are some local gems in the north westchester county area.



Pound ridge businesses

Vadiathan (Bronxville/Pound Ridge)- Home Decor & Life Accessories The Cottage (Pound Ridge)

Kahlo  (Pound Ridge)- An Eco-Luxe Oasisin Pound Ridge, NY.

The Reading Room (Katonah)- "The Reading Room is a bookstore - coffee shop located across the street from the Metro North trains AND moments off of Route 684, cozied right in the delightful town of Katonah. We are a FULL bookstore and coffee shop with a gourmet take out menu, ice cream, candy, books, gifts and art supplies. A little something for everyone." -Quote from The Reading Room

Booksy (Pound Ridge)- This is a an adorable bookstore, support your local bookstore!

Sweet Earth Co  (Pound Ridge) Floral & Landscape Design Studio located on a sustainable flower farm in Pound Ridge NY.  This is one of my favorite places to visit and shop.

Knack of All Trades (Pound Ridge)- This is a vintage, antiques, and up-cycled shop!

The Huntress (Pound Ridge)- Step into the Bath Ritual and dive deep into a state of renewed serenity.


bedford/katonah businesses

Bedford Flowers (Bedford)- Bedford Village Flower Shoppe offers items for weddings, special events and everyday purposes, and offers delivery. Lauren says the shop distinguishes itself from competitors with its high-end flowers and arrangements. "We keep everything at a premium," she said. "It helps us design our incredible arrangements." From their website. 

Bijou (Katonah/ Fine Jewelry)- Bijou's website says, "Here at Bijou Fine Jewelry we’re more than just another New York jewelry store - we’re an experience. As one of Katonah’s locally owned and operated jewelers, we strive to match each customer to a piece that is as truly unique as they are. Whether you’re looking for your dream engagement ring or new favorite pair of earrings, there really is something for everyone at Bijou. Each piece in our store features the Bijou stamp of approval, whether it’s designed by Casey Carter himself or part of our designer collections."


surrounding towns

Copia (South Salem)- Copia is a garden and home store. "At Copia you’ll be greeted with a smile by friendly and knowledgeable staff for all of your gardening needs. When you visit Copia, make sure to speak with us – we are both graduates of Cornell’s horticultural program and look forward to assisting you with selecting the right plants and products for your garden."

Makers Central Market (Tarrytown)- Here at Makers Central we currently have 8 incredibly talented makers each designing and creating their own unique pieces of work out of our warehouse in Tarrytown NY. Take a look below to hear a bit more of their story!


Beehive (Mount Kisco)- This store is all things  local you need in a clothing and home store.


When you are shopping locally, make sure to check out this blog on How to Have a Sustainable Thanksgiving Feast.



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