Colleen Kennedy

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Shop Local: B.Birdwatcher Spiritual Stones

Arlington jewelry maker Crystal Ellis designs custom bracelets with symbolic meaning.

Shop Local: Plants & What Knot

Plant whisperer Christina Foy specializes in easy-care greenery and handmade macrame accessories.

Shop Local: The Happy Hour Flowers

No green thumb? This Arlington start-up sells pretty flowers with DIY growing tips. The floral-inspired cocktail recipes are a freebie.

Need a New Game Night Option? This One Is ‘Not So Neighborly’

Petty grudges? Theft? Arson? FamBam Games has a board game to satisfy those darkest urges.

Shop Local: Bethany Slater Ceramics

Find her pretty mugs, bowls and planters at pop-ups and festivals around the DMV. Musical note: She also makes oboe reeds.

Shop Local: Oh Eleven Studio

Say it with paper. Patricia Okrasinski Heffner's boutique studio specializes in bespoke invitations and wedding stationery.

Shop Local: Eco Jewelry by Maria Irene Weinz

The Arlington designer uses ethically-mined precious metals, recycled gemstones and lab-grown diamonds, and recycles most of her metal waste.

Shop Local: Trapillo Art

Made in Arlington using recycled textile waste fabrics, these colorful baskets are fun and functional.
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Shop Local: Sol Brothers Candle Co.

Made in Arlington, these candles with affirmational messages celebrate the Black and African Diasporic community.

Shop Local: Privé Roses

Forget the long stems. Here's a chic new way to say, 'I love you' with a classic Valentine's Day flower.

Shop Local: M. Jury Woodworks

Mike Jury's handcrafted furniture draws inspiration from Shaker and Japanese design.

Registration Open for Arlington Turkey Trot

Run for good causes and offset those Thanksgiving calories. The 17th annual 5K fundraiser is Nov. 24.