Santa Fe is full of some truly special small businesses. We compiled a list of creative and industrious individuals with an eye towards sustainability. To that end, the businesses you’ll find here show mindfulness with respect to the wares they sell and/or have an experiential offering. We have also tried to find diversity with respect to price-point so there’s something for everyone!
- 1. Indigo Baby – Your local go-to for mindfully sourced children’s gifts, this enchanting store also has one of the best-kept secrets in Santa Fe: a great consignment section! You can trust owner Katie Hyde to keep her store stocked with ethically made gear and to intimately know the background about the things she carries. Favorite picks: Folkmanis finger puppets and chromatic bells!
- 2. Children’s Museum – Everyone knows this beloved family institution. With diverse programming and hands-on learning opportunities for all ages, a pass to the Children’s Museum is the perfect experiential gift! Favorite picks: Free admission from 4-6 as well museum passes available at the library!
- 3. Stokli General – Born from necessity during COVID-19, this online retail space sources locally produced goods from seeds to salves. A great place to find a thoughtful locally handmade gift. Favorite picks: Local seeds from Old Gem Farm and locally made Loam Body Oil.
- 4. La Mama – A relative newcomer to the Santa Fe culinary scene, La Mama combines thoughtful and creative dry goods with a cozy cafe experience. Favorite picks: the many different preserved fish options and a gift certificate to enjoy tasty bites.
- 5. 4Kinship – Owner Amy Denet Deal focuses on handmade, upcycled fashion and bringing community together in her Canyon Road retail space. 4Kinship is also leading a fundraising effort to help support the Dine Skate Project. Favorite picks: Ask about what purchases can go directly to supporting Amy’s fundraising efforts!
- 6. Queen Bee Music Classes – If you don’t already know, we LOVE Queen Bee. Another great option for an experiential gift for the music lovers (5 and up) in your life. With a kind, experienced, and talented staff, Queen Bee is a great local resource for getting kids to love music early! Favorite picks: Winter Session begins January 8!
- 7. Dance class with IMOD – Run by DMS parent, Hilary Palanza, International Museum of Dance is embarking on their educational offerings! IMOD works with communities of dancers around the world to amplify performers and educate the new generation of creatives. Favorite picks: Classes for 3-5 Year Olds on 12/12 and 12/19.
- 8. Soap & Supply – A DMS partner, Soap & Supply is Santa Fe’s answer to the problem of plastic. A bulk refilling station, Soap & Supply also sources ethically and sustainable body and house products. Favorite picks: Fat and the Moon beauty products and local soaps.
- 9. SOTE – Owners Sophie and Owen Sagar are beloved DMS parents and have curated a truly special retail experience in downtown Santa Fe. With a focus on thoughtful craftsmanship, SOTE finds beautiful and unique jewelry, clothes, and other “objects of adornment for body and space.” Favorite picks: Take a stroll through their fine jewelry collection and pick up a card for a special occasion.