#Support Your Local Small Business

[coolbeansclover]

“i can’t live without my starbies” first of all get a grip, second of all starbucks isn’t even that good, thirdly womp womp, and fourth of all it’s sad that so many of you will never know the joy and adventure of exploring the small businesses in your community.

[marzipanandminutiae]

giant bags of thread collected by old ladies over their lifetimes and never used, then donated to antique shops or sold on FB Marketplace, save me

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protect and preserve me, immense ziplock bags full of 50 years' "oh but I have to have the EXACT SHADE of this fabric even though I'll never use 300 yards of thread!"

("Marzi why not buy new thread?" 99% of it is plastic and finding more than a handful of colors in cotton thread is incredibly rare in brick-and-mortar stores. let alone thread in fibers besides polyester and cotton, or buttonhole twist)

("come on, now, Marzi- THREAD can't possibly make you sweat more or catch fire and stick to your skin while burning, and isn't that your reasoning for using only natural-fiber fabrics?" listen. Irrational Brain Like When Zero Plastic. don't @ me)

[cherry-pop-elf]

Farmers Market

Bill Weasley x Reader

((Can be read as platonic because there needs to be more platonic fics :>))

Summary: You wanted to go to your local farmers market. Get some fresh foods, see interesting things, just have a nice day. That’s when you see a new stand pop up. How could you resist? Not every day you see a gaggle of red heads

You just LOVED visiting the farmers market. Once a week, you would visit. Given it was in such a close walking distance, it made life easier. Fresh food for good prices. How could anyone refuse such a thing? A favorite routine to enjoy.

With your basket on your arm, and outfit dusted off, you were off to the little slice of heaven. Just walking down the street. Giving a wave hello to your neighbors, and having pep. Was always so nice to just get some fresh air. Was a perfect day. Just the right amount of sun, and just enough breeze to keep the heat low. You just adored it.

When you arrived you visited your favorite farmers. Saying hi to them, and picking out your favorites. With how often you visited, they always made sure to set aside the best for you. Supporting local farmers is the best, and it’s appreciated after all.

As you did your routine, you noticed a new stand. The little pop up was quite eye catching. Bright colors that catch attention easy. Said bright colors being brilliant red hair on each person there. You had never seen hair of such a shade like that, unless dye counts. Can’t be dye, since the smallest of the children had that same wild shade. Had you invested quickly, and you were soon walking over.

“Well hey there-!” You assumed the oldest said, as he was having a little girl on his hip. Cute little pig tails, and snuggling her tightly. Protective of him, and clearly defensive of anyone who got too close. Must be the youngest, and the baby girl.

“Hey. I haven’t seen this little stand before. You knew here?” You asked, as you looked around. It just had so many things. Hand made paper, soaps, fruits and veggies, meats, and many different types of hand made things. Plenty being sweets.

“Yep. Names Bill. Bill Weasley. That guy over there is Charlie, that guy with the book is Percy, those two trouble makers are Fred and George, the one talking to mum is Ron, and this little girl is Ginny. Yeah uh. Mum has a lot of kids.” He chuckled, as the baby sister kept playing with his ponytail. Had you giggle, as she yanked on it. Making him squeak, and her giggle.

“What can we do ya for?” He asked, as he tickled his baby sister’s tummy. Made her squeal in delight, as she kicked her little bare feet. You adored how sweet he was to the little girl. So full of love.

“I was actually interested in those tins. With the sweets-“ You asked. That seemed to catch the twins attention, and they weee quick to be side by side with their eldest brother. Big, proud, smiles on their freckled cheeks.

“Those sweets were hand made by these two. Don’t worry, I made sure none of them will turn you into a newt.” He teases, as the twins have a pout. Regardless, they were quick to pick the tins up. Excited to share.

“This one tastes like grape! Grapes my favorite-!” “And this one tastes like oranges! Oranges are MY favorite-!” The twins would echo each other, as they explained what those candy’s were. The hard candy, the chewy kind, just such confidence.

“Percy is the one to make the hand made paper. He’s pretty proud of that. Ron and Ginny help with the soaps. That leather-? Me and Charlie. Charlie and I would hunt for a bit, and turn the leftovers into soaps and leather. No waste in this family.” Bill would explain, as he would hand Ginny off to Charlie. She gave a huff, but that second sibling was quick to entertain her.

“You are all quite talented. It’s admirable.” You would admit, as you were in awe that people so young were able to create candy. GOOD candy no less, as you were offered a sample. It was like heaven. You couldn’t compare it to any other candy you’ve had before. It was beyond words.

“We all have a talent for something in this family.” Bill would shrug, as if it wasn’t a big deal. You thought it was. You found your new favorite table now. You just had to. These kids deserved to know their hard work wasn’t for nothing.

“I’ll have this, and that, and that-“ You would pick out. Sure it was going to be a bit pricey, but this was your spending money for a reason. Besides, it went to a clearly well deserving family. The way those twins were beaming was just to much to handle.

“MUM MUM-! WE SOLD OUR CANDY-!” They were cheering, as Bill would chuckle. Hardly could count the change, as the twins were jumping for joy to their mother. The woman giving them a tired, but proud, smile.

“Means more than you know. Mum is uh….Complicated about the twins wanting to grow up to be inventors. Like I get it, but exactly a job that can be successful.” Bill would whisper to you, as he would place the items in your bag. You gave a nod, as you watched them bounce in pure joy. So proud, and happy. They deserved the support.

“Will you be here next week?” You asked, as he smirked. With a nod. “Yeah, for sure.” He winked, as you chuckled at the banter you shared.

“Hypothetically-“ “That’s a really bug word-“ “Yeah. Anyway, what would happen to be your favorite flavor?” The twins would ask you, with those big doe eyes. How could you resist? You told them, and they were quick to huddle to a corner to brain storm.

“Be careful. If they like you too much, you’ll be pranked to hell and back.” He warned you, as you brushed it off. What’s the worse they could do?

“Can’t wait to see you again. Those two are going to never shut up about you now. Their ‘first customer ever-!’ They’ll cheer.” He was sounding more proud than the twins were. You admired that greatly. He clearly wanted the twins to succeed at their dreams. Made your heart warm.

“See you soon-!” Ginny would wave, as Charlie would mimic her tiny wave. You would return the gesture, before taking your leave. Still able to hear those twins cheering and bragging to their siblings.

When you finally returned home, and unloaded your things, you noticed something odd with your items. Made you think.

For starters, you swore the candy you had bought had changed color. Somehow brighter than it originally was. The paper you got as well was off. You swore the black specks on it were moving. Made you worry they were bugs, but you touched it to feel nothing. Another odd trait was there was a little note.

“Come to Ottery St. Catchpole sometime. You can’t miss us. Hope to see you sometime. William.”

Suppose you made a bigger impression than you thought. Had you giggling with excitement, that you completely missed the fact that a runt of a gnome had climbed out of your still packed bag. Quick to make itself cozy in your backyard.

Guess that’s what you get for talking to strangers.

[rosielindy]

‼️‼️ Small, consistent acts of resistance add up. I’ll be participating in this blackout on February 28. Please join me! ‼️‼️

The 24 hour Economic Blackout

As our first initial act, we turn it off.

For one day we show them who really holds the power.

WHEN:

Friday February 28th from

12:00 AM to 11:59 PM

WHAT NOT TO DO:

Do not make any purchases

Do not shop online, or in-store

No Amazon, No Walmart, No Best Buy

Nowhere!

Do not spend money on:

Fast Food

Gas

Major Retailers

Do not use Credit or Debit Cards for non essential spending

WHAT YOU CAN DO:

Only buy essentials of absolutely necessary

(Food, Medicine, Emergency Supplies)

If you must spend, ONLY support small, local businesses.

SPREAD THE MESSAGE

Talk about it, post about it, and document your actions that day!

WHY THIS MATTERS!

~ Corporations and banks only care about their bottom line.

~ If we disrupt the economy for just ONE day, it sends a powerful message.

~ If they don't listen (they wont) we make the next blackout longer (We will)

This is our first action.

This is how we make history.

February 28th

The 24 Hour Economic Black Out Begins.

[cinamun]

Dropping this last preview as soon as my coffee gets here. I slept in and didn't feel like making a pot so I'm wasting money on doordash.

[bobastudios]

Tomorrow the Pratt Library is hosting its 2nd annual Indie Game Fest, a locally curated arcade of indie video games! 🎮🕹

While you play, listen video game journalist Chris Bratt of People Make Games and cofounder of Midsummer Studios Jake Solomon, formerly of Firaxis Games, discuss laubching a game studio! 👨‍🏫 Chatime will be also there giving away sweet treats to players! 😋 And you know bubble tea is our kind of treat

🧋👁👅👁

[skellymom]

FYI to my clone fandom peeps and non clone tumblrites:

I am an artist (not just a fan fic writer) who owns a small business in their home and has a vendor space in my downtown city! Please follow and support a small business owner who wants to quit their 9-5 (really it's weekend night shift) job.

Sorry I don't have any clone art right now. Just starting to get serious with online promotion of my work (I'm a local creature). But, tagged the fandom as I'm sure many of you have other interests.

I'm looking into starting a Kofi account and possibly listing items on my Etsy (if they aren't too problematic). If anyone has any suggestions, advice, or warnings about certain platforms for artists and their work PLEASE MESSAGE OR COMMENT! I NEED FEEDBACK!!!

Thank you for supporting, or at least perusing a small business!

This is mostly a gallery of past works posted right now. However, I will be starting to post new stuff as well.

This link to my personal FB account. There is more up to date content and work there!

Message me if you see anything of interest. Some items can be reproduced or custom make and I can take paypal orders and ship!

PLEASE REBLOG TO HELP OUT A SMALL BUSINESS.

[veronicaleighauthor]

[cherry-pop-elf]

DO YOU WANT YOUR OWN DRAGON?!

Of course you do! Here’s how to get one!

Disclosure: No I was not paid to advertise this. This is my own free will because we support small businesses/artist up in here!

MEET VICTORIA!

She was made by scratch by the amazing Etsy business called:

Wolf’s Woolies

Lucy makes amazing plushies, and this one right here? Victoria?

FROM SCRATCH

All she had was pictures

No pattern, no nothen. She had to make this from the ground up!

All she had was these as a reference and as you can tell ITS A SPITTING IMAGE LIKE BRO LOOK AT THIS ((and yes. I chose a darker purple. That was MY choice meaning she listens to your finest little details!))

And now my baby exists. My baby girl Victoria is alive and part of my life now!!!!! And Lucy deserves so much love and credit for this. I can’t stand by and not brag about her. Look at this. From scratch. You want your baby created? You’ll find it with her.

She was so helpful and very communicative!!!! Every step of the way. To the finest details and fabric choices. And she doesn’t even just do dragons. You name it she does it. There’s bound to be a creature your heart needs alive

You got a baby? She’s got the skills

Share, support, and encourage! Give her lots of love and remind her that her hard work is underrated as hell!!!

Tell her Victorias mama sent ya!

Now to say goodnight. From me, and Victoria.

Say goodnight, Victoria!

[magazinenerd]

Hello dear readers!

This poll was requested by a reader starting their small business catering to vegan and health conscious people.

The products are gluten-free and plant based.

Currently available products are oat muffins, almond milk, iced tea almond milk.

More description in comment box!

Thank you so much for the support!!

All Rights Reserved @magazinenerd

[certainsaturn]

LETS BOYCOTT GUYS!

if you guys feel bad for not doing anything to help Palestinians you guys can boycott the companies that support or came from that cringe ass country. I know they're a lot and some are even impossible to cut off coz we use them in our daily life but boycott the main ones like starbucks and mcd cancel your disney plus subscription as well!

remember, Allah counts your hardwork.

[adamprrishcycle]

Here is part 2 of my kavinsky-is-back-from-the-dead fic (formerly known as the demon au) that does have a real title but for some reason can only be called upon literally and you can read it here

[allofuswantgwinam]

i got one of my Etsy orders today and im supposed to get another one today and I’ve just been waiting like

[jpptech]

From Local to Legendary: Growing Your Business with TBN

In a competitive world where innovation is constant and digital marketing dominates, one thing remains timeless — the power of meaningful relationships. For businesses in the Temecula Valley and beyond, Temecula Business Network (TBN) stands as a beacon of collaboration, trust, and real opportunity.

If you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or professional looking to go from local visibility to legendary impact, TBN is your platform for progress.

The Temecula Business Network Advantage

Unlike cookie-cutter networking events where interactions often feel transactional, TBN has created something authentic and valuable — a true business family. With a local heart and a big vision, TBN serves as the bridge between your current status and your future potential.

Here’s what makes TBN the growth partner your business needs:

 Community-Centric Approach

TBN was built on the foundation that strong communities create strong businesses. It prioritizes shared success and fosters a supportive environment where members lift one another up.

 Real Business Relationships, Not Just Contacts

Networking isn’t about adding names to a list. It’s about building mutually beneficial connections that evolve into partnerships, referrals, and long-term support.

 High-Impact Events and Workshops

Whether it’s a breakfast mixer, a panel discussion, or a strategy workshop, TBN's events are curated to educate, connect, and inspire. You’ll meet industry leaders, exchange referrals, and learn best practices from people who've walked your path.

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With TBN, your business earns more than visibility — it earns trust. As a member, you gain access to a network of professionals who actively refer you, recommend you, and endorse your brand.

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What You’ll Gain from TBN Membership

Becoming a member of Temecula Business Network is more than a transaction — it’s an investment in your future. Here’s what you get:

Access to Monthly Networking Events

Spotlight Opportunities to Promote Your Business

Referrals from a Trusted Community

Learning Sessions from Business Experts

Opportunities to Host, Speak, or Lead Events

Collaboration Over Competition Mindset

No matter where you are on your business journey, TBN provides the platform, people, and purpose to grow alongside a motivated network.

The TBN Vision: Stronger Together

TBN isn’t just about business — it’s about building a legacy of success in the Temecula Valley. It believes that when businesses collaborate instead of compete, entire communities flourish.

With a commitment to empowering small businesses, promoting leadership, and strengthening local economies, TBN is more than a network — it's a movement.

Ready to Take Your Business to the Next Level?

Don’t wait for success to come to you. Step into a room full of opportunities, introductions, and partnerships.

Visit Temecula Business Network today to:

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[veronicaleighauthor]

[buisnessbuying]

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