ABC News asked a great question:
"what difference would it make if everyone promised to buy more American-made products?
The United States has fewer manufacturing jobs now than we did in 1941, the same year as the attack on Pearl Harbor, but if every American spent an extra $3.33 on U.S.-made goods, it would create almost 10,000 new jobs in this country.
What products are you purchasing or have purchased in the past that are Made in America?"(see article here http://abcnews.go.com/WN/MadeInAmerica/mailform?id=12912252)
They issued a challenge to be on the hunt and shop local for made in the USA so for the holiday season we're on it! and we want you to join us on the challenge Here are some on the square locations that feature made in the USA items, and they are all under $66!
First off we'll start off with some easy and quick gifts at the Lime Cabinet here you can knock off a few proud parrot heads on your lists!
"what difference would it make if everyone promised to buy more American-made products?
The United States has fewer manufacturing jobs now than we did in 1941, the same year as the attack on Pearl Harbor, but if every American spent an extra $3.33 on U.S.-made goods, it would create almost 10,000 new jobs in this country.
What products are you purchasing or have purchased in the past that are Made in America?"(see article here http://abcnews.go.com/WN/MadeInAmerica/mailform?id=12912252)
They issued a challenge to be on the hunt and shop local for made in the USA so for the holiday season we're on it! and we want you to join us on the challenge Here are some on the square locations that feature made in the USA items, and they are all under $66!
First off we'll start off with some easy and quick gifts at the Lime Cabinet here you can knock off a few proud parrot heads on your lists!
For the satchel carrier in your family we've got hand made in the USA bags for all types ranging from only $15 to $60!
Handmade coffee cozies to stop you from burning your hands on your holiday hot drink. each one unique and handcrafted here in ocala for only $10 each!
Muffins to keep your hands toasty on those cold nights walking to see the lights downtown on the square, made right here in town. so cute! only $15 a pair!
"King of the Keg" beer glasses made in Oregon $18 a glass! each one a different color and design!
Scarves! perfect for stocking stuffers and quick keep warm and fuzzy gifting! $25 in an array of styles all made in the USA!
Now we head over to The Ocala Wine Experience and this doll has some great selections! Here is her pride and joy: "Horse's Ass" made, bottled and labeled in the usa! $15.99 a bottle! That's a good time for a great price! Take it to liven up that annually boring office Christmas party!
Also over at the Ocala wine experience she has beautiful window pane art done locally! Each pane is only $49.99
Two of my favorite tastes: Chocolate and raspberry ..oh and port....but port is not a taste it's a GodSend. But you heard right: Chocolate Raspberry Port for only $18.99 a bottle from an american winery!
Have golfer in the family? let the hit the grass with these quirky balls by Horses Ass! Made in the usa for only $12.99!
They also do these great gift baskets for any budget(including the under $66!) that feature all made in the usa wine and goodies! all hand selected and put together the most tastefully fun design!
Over at Brick City(MCA) they have some great local themed made in the usa items too! Like this nifty book by ocala author titled "Riverboat Landing" for $39.99
Have Furry or feathered friends in your backyard? Then here's something for them too! Birdhouse Gourds hand painted and grown locally in Marion county. each unique and darling! This one is only $35
Help give your woodland neighbors a new hotspot on your porch with this other great made in the USA gourdhouse! $25 at Brick city center for the arts!
And what's a visit to MCA in Ocala's budding art scene without taking some art home? Like these pieces by Nancy Inez, each one only $40 and beautifully done locally!
And now we swing by over to see those dames at Jezebel's! They have plenty of made in the USA items and we'll just show you a few! Here's some Jewelry by Classic Hardware. I'm in love with this bracelet for only $48! Jezebel's are the Exclusive carriers of their work in FL and only get one of each piece so I Guess i need to get it asap! Especially since it's made with an eco-friendly mix metal base, Classic hardware can boast they are green without turning my skin green!
The Jezebel's also sell Kate Mesta DogTags. designer dogtags made in California by designer to the stars for only $40 each! each one is unique and exclusive to central fl! all different designs and burned metal styles from rockabilly and vintage inspired to eurotrashchic and steampunk or religious!
Only the sweetest of treats come from the heart and city of brotherly love! cupcake soaps hand made with fresh ingredients by Margarita Bloom for only $9.99 at Jezebels! Bathing now becomes a just dessert!
These Necklaces are by "Mama's Lil' Babies" a mother & daughter team from California based on Victorian etchings on light neckwear for only $36
you know that nifty retro apron your grandma donned for making cookies? well now you can have one too made by Grandma Jez! each with unique fabric and special designs. and pot holders too! Ranging from $25-$55!
Jezebel's also carries makeup to go with your swinging glad rags and accessories. this neat little gift set from Beseme' Makeup has that lush red lipstick and darling scarf for those rides down route 66 in your retro car! $36 and you can wear the same makeup as the cast does in the upcoming release of "The Great Gatzby" which Beseme' is apart of makeup team for those flapperesque faces!
Now we hop over to Face & Body Tonics & Spa! Get yourself some relax time while you shop for others this holiday season!
This great little trinket and goody holders are Locally made for $34.95 with wonderful texture and colorful choices!
This great little trinket and goody holders are Locally made for $34.95 with wonderful texture and colorful choices!
want beautiful white teeth without breaking the bank or going to another continent? try Face & Body's $49 teeth whitening products!
You can be seafoam fresh with these $4-$42 babies made in south Florida, only at Face & Body Tonics!
$6.95-$14.99 variety of beauty products made in Ocala by a certified esthetician at Face & Body Tonics!
$9.99 at Face & Body Tonics!
$54.99 made in the USA cocktail dress at Vava chic
a lovely plus size day gown from $54.99 at Vava chic
another good made in the USA look, $54.99 at Vava chic.
Those look mighty comfy! $39 at Vava chic
$4.99, Vava Chic
$14 hat & a $35 baby sack from Olivia & Co, a great place to shop for kids!
$53 for this whole look for your darling from Olivia & co on the square!
$13-$34 at Oliva & Co!
$60 locally made little outfit! Olivia & Co aim for cute and strike again!
$53 Olivia & co.
I'm in snack heaven at Shannon Roth & company! Look at all these cute made in the usa cookies in all american hand decorated cookie jars! they range $3.50-$11.00
$12.95 Unique and made in the usa cards at Shannon Roth & Company.
$25 at Shannon Roth & Company.
direct from North Carolina and only for $35 at Shannon Roth & Company.
$9.50 a piece at Shannon Roth & Company.
Now we hop over to Doc Of Rock, a quaint little smoke shop, tattoo & Piercing Parlor that sells all sorts of beautiful all american hand made crafted smoke arts and pipes plus cool gifts all year long! This beauty is only $55.
$25 at Doc Of Rock.
Mystic Timber Wands at Doc Of Rock for only $14
The $36 Original Wrist Hookah at Doc Of Rock.
Beautiful Glass for $55, a work of art at Doc Of Rock.
Over at Grow lacy has these great kidswear items, a bunch made in the usa for under $60
These Scarves $10-$20
These Scarves $10-$20
$3-$10 made in Ocala hair bits n bobs.
$65 vintage Minnie mouse dress
Letter pillows $5 made custom made to order on 5-7 days