Introducing Maria Piotrowski of White Turtle Beauty in Ontario, Canada. Maria recently shared with me the story of how she started her business, what her brand stands for, what she loves about being a member of the Indie Business Network and more. Maria’s story and the tips and resources shared here will inform, inspire and…
Step into an exciting new season of learning, creativity and inspired growth. The Ultimate IBN Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Classes + Workshops Edition highlights a curated selection of hands-on experiences, expert-led trainings, and skill-building opportunities crafted by Indie Business Network members across the country. Whether you’re gifting knowledge, encouraging a new passion, or investing in…
Warm light, cozy corners, and thoughtful details, the holidays begin at home. The Ultimate IBN Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Home Edition features a beautifully curated collection of artisan-made pieces crafted by Indie Business Network members across the country. From cozy textiles to thoughtful home accents and fragrant touches that elevate any space, each item brings…
Step into a season filled with cozy comforts and elevated self-care moments. The Ultimate IBN Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Bath + Body Edition brings together a beautifully curated selection of handcrafted scrubs, butters, serums, soaks, and soothing essentials made by Indie Business Network members across the country. From nourishing botanicals to fragrant oils, every product…
Welcome to the season of warmth, wonder, and cozy comforts. The Ultimate IBN Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Home Fragrance Edition brings together a curated collection of candles, diffusers, room sprays, and scent-filled treasures handcrafted by Indie Business Network members across the country. Each item is designed to fill your home with inviting aromas that spark…
Step into a season of sharp scents, clean lines, and elevated grooming. This year’s Indie Business Network Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Men’s Edition showcases a refined lineup of handcrafted essentials made by IBN makers nationwide. From conditioning beard oils and classic colognes to luxe shaving balms, energizing body bars, and rugged fragrances. Each gift…
Welcome to the season of scent and sophistication. This year’s Indie Business Network Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Fragrance Edition showcases a captivating collection of artisan-made perfumes and fragrance oils handcrafted by our talented members. These are not your run-of-the-mill, mass-produced bottles of cheaply scented colored droplets of water. Far from it. (We wouldn’t do…
Join us as we embrace the season of sparkle, self-care, and joyful celebration. This year’s Indie Business Network Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Color Cosmetics Edition features a curated collection of artisan made beauty treasures crafted by Indie Business Network members from New Jersey, South Carolina and Florida, then across the nation to states like Utah and Minnesota.…
Welcome to the season of sparkle, self-care, and celebration. This year’s Indie Business Network Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2025: Skin & Hair Care Edition features a curated collection of artisan made beauty treasures crafted by Indie Business Network members from New Jersey to South Dakota, California to Maryland, and in between to states like and…
Welcome to the season of sun-drenched skin and effortless elegance. Elevate your summer ritual with this curated collection of handmade beauty crafted for you by members of the Indie Business Network. We’ve got you covered with everything from rich body butters and luminous fragrances to nourishing lip treatments and beachside candles. Each one is designed…
Pumpkin season is here, and it’s not just for spicing up your coffee or holiday pie. For those who cherish American-made artisan products, pumpkin brings a special touch to your seasonal self-care routine. This time of year, you’ll find limited-edition pumpkin-infused body scrubs, soaps, and more, adding a delightful, cozy twist to both your home…
Hey, you! Drop that pair of patterned socks! This year, knock dad off his feet with a unique, handmade gift that helps him put his best face forward. From all-natural beard care to much-needed R&R, this Father’s Day gift guide will remind dads, uncles, grandpas, and A+ dudes just how much you love them. Father’s…
Temperatures are rising, and the sun is gaining strength—time to switch up your skincare routine for one that’s ready for summer! Bright eyes, rosy cheeks, and an unforgettable sparkle are the golden keys for facing a new season, and this line-up of handmade skincare will get your weary skin into its sunniest shape. Plump a…
Calling all seasonal candle lovers! It’s time to refresh your collection of scented candles with a new round of springtime favorites. Whether you’re looking to tap the Season of Renewal for its manifestation powers, or relax in its romantic serenity, this list of springtime candles is sure to wake up your work or living space.…
No more last-minute flowers or hurried brunches—give mom a Mother’s Day gift that’s a heaping helping of self-care she can revisit time and time again. From beautifully scented candles to bath and body treats, you won’t be left in the lurch wondering what to get mom this year. In this guide to handmade goods, you’ll…
Spring cleaning give you the shivers? Instead of drowning your home with thick, stuffy artificial cleaners, refresh your space with all-natural, chemical-free cleaning supplies that pack just as much power—if not more!—than their artificial counterparts. From kitchens to laundry rooms, this line-up of non-toxic cleaning products gives your home a much-needed refresh! This list of…
Time to toss the turtlenecks and wool hats—spring is in full swing! New life is bursting from all nooks of soil, from candy-colored blossoms creeping through the sidewalk cracks to gardens erupting with fanciful scents and shades. It’s a time of year that screams renewal, inviting you to sweep away your winter woes in favor…
As we celebrate International Women’s Day today, and Women’s History Month this month, we honor the trailblazers whose remarkable journeys have sculpted a brighter world for all of us. But outside of that grand narrative, we here at the Indie Business Network are more focused on the intricacies of the personal entrepreneurial stories we have…
As a Black entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of the Indie Business Network, I celebrate Black entrepreneurship every single day of my life. At IBN, we have celebrated Black business owners during many different months of the year including June, February, July and more. But we especially love to do it during February’s Black…
Everyone loves getting a beautiful bouquet of flowers spilling over with roses, tulips, and sunflowers. But the joy of fresh-cut blossoms lasts only a few days before they wind up in the trash. Instead of gifting flowers that will soon wilt and wither, how about a floral-inspired gift that’ll last for weeks? Forget fresh-cut stems…
Punxsutawney Phil has made his declaration: spring’s coming early this year! With a swift debut of Spring Fever on the horizon—now’s the time to get your lips kissably smooth for the season of romance. Nuzzle up to this list of handmade lip balms, polishes, and oils and get ready to plant a big smooch on…