Natali Carrera is a devoted coffee addict who also loves her twelve-year-old son, husband of 17 years and bargain hunting at Target. She works in the field of education and is also a freelance writer and YouTube vlogger (as a hobby). She's been told "bubbly" is the best descriptor of her personality, though she wonders if what people really mean is that she talks too much. Natali is a lifelong Fresno resident and Fresno State grad.
Latest posts by Natali Carrera (see all)
- FresYes Buy Local 2020 Holiday Gift Guide - November 19, 2020
- Meet Dr. Allen Clyde: Local physician, horse packer and new author - November 13, 2020
- Celebrate the Lives of Loved Ones Lost this Dia de los Muertos - October 30, 2020
Now more than ever, our small businesses need our support. This holiday season, we hope you’ll consider purchasing gifts for the holidays from small shops! We’ve compiled a great list of tried-and-true places to shop for special and unique gifts for everyone on your list. Happy shopping!
| Business Name | Gift Ideas | Link to shop |
| Crazy Squirrel | Awesome board games, RPG games, puzzles, hobby supplies & more | https://shopthesquirrel.com/shop/ |
| Just the Essentials | Custom, signature handmade blends with organic ingredients for body, skincare and aromatherapy | https://justmyessentials.com/bath-%26-body-care |
| The Magical Teacher | Handmade, colorful tassel & resin statement earrings | https://www.carlandathemagicalteacher.com/shop |
| Let It Grow Fresno | House plants, plant stands and handmade pottery (delivery available!) | https://www.instagram.com/let.it.grow_fresno/ |
| Dough Amazing | Freshly baked, warm GIANT cookies delivered fresh | https://www.doughamazing.com/ |
| Ultrosport | High-quality active wear for men and women (Veteran-owned) | https://www.ultrosport.com/ |
| Terra Blue | Handmade macramé earrings, décor, ornaments and aromatherapy products | https://www.terrablue.co/ |
| Cerise De Terre | Beautiful, handmade porcelain pottery | https://cerise-deterre.com/ |
| Bleu de Toi | Beautiful and custom art prints and illustrations | https://shopbdt.com/?fbclid=IwAR0z4Cp–m7BlJulrPAn2rPDOMEJ50wt4DFMh7KmI7TllEkiVcmGYU6RhFE |
| Harper Grayce | Custom, rustic laser cut signs and décor | http://harpergraycesigns.com/ |
| Sheepdog BBQ | Homemade, flavorful barbecue sauces and rubs | https://www.sheepdogbbq.com/ |
| Basilwood Farms | Soothing body, skin and baby care products made from goat’s milk and natural ingredients | https://www.basilwoodfarm.com/ |
| Happy House | Home decor, curated vintage items, handmade artisan clothing, accessories and lifestyle goods, heirloom quality children’s toys | https://www.happyhousefresno.shop/ |
| Verdalee | Furniture, home accents, fine gifts and children’s clothing, all beautifully wrapped | https://www.facebook.com/Verdalee-640617842713274/?ref=page_internal |
| Graham Cracker | Custom vases and furniture made from repurposed wood | https://grahamcracker.shop/collections/graham-cracker-collections?page=1 |
| KLSD Designs | Custom apparel, accessories, home goods and jewelry | https://www.klsd.shop/ (or shop their brick & mortar store in Downtown Fresno @ 1755 Broadway St #105) |
| Gwen Lewis Skincare | Natural and effective skincare and beauty products | https://glewisskincare.com/ |
| Zsweets559 | Custom, beautifully made and delicious sweets & treats (delivery available) | https://www.instagram.com/zsweets559/?igshid=1sl3e9jxnlw13&fbclid=IwAR0NL4uI1x6TbK1CS2kyJlB9CjZ2Me8xZuaxA-I7kMrDeUn2egVjU0kzgeI |
| Art by Elowyn | Custom prints, stickers and illustrations including custom pet & people portraits | https://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtByElowyn?ref=search_shop_redirect |
| Alina Walker Designs | Whimsical illustrated prints, greeting cards and stickers | https://www.alinawalkerdesign.com/ |
| Mr. Steam Clean | Give the gift of freshly cleaned carpets to a loved one at a great price! | http://www.mrsteamcleanfresno.com/?fbclid=IwAR0Ram5wn6LrEXW3DFb3yNQSTcPeGPOiz9WfuiYRzIl4g99vvvxGRk9SRzQ |
| Petunia’s Place | Beloved, independent children’s bookstore now also offering books for adults! | http://www.petuniasbooks.com/ |
| A Book Barn | New, used and rare books from an independent bookstore | https://www.clovisbookbarn.com/ |
| Make Pie Jewelry | Custom, handmade & engraved jewelry | http://www.makepie.net/ |