5 Black Owned Businesses I Supported
Don’t let the title fool you, I supported way more than five black owned businesses in 2020, but not all of them were satisfactory experiences or deserving of a “public” recommendation. A few were local places to eat, and if you aren’t in New Orleans you’d become very frustrated…because two words, Mr. Potato or Pepperoni Ray’s or Buttermilk Drop or....
I’m doing this post because I want to highlight these businesses.
First is Afrohemian and her business is Karma Nutra - I first followed her on Insta because of my transition to decorating in an Afro-bohemian style. She sells cold pressed juice and a line of branded merch. I have her Tatts & Snacks jute tote (second version). This bag is a standout and whenever I go somewhere people look and ask about it.
Hiruna Soaps - I first met her at a natural hair show in the Dallas area years ago. (She’s a reader.) But I buy from her because her soaps are made in small batches and look like edible art pieces.
Just Playing Around NOLA - My friend, Rameisha (She’s also a reader too!) makes jewelry and her newest creation are upcycling cans with fabric to decorate your desk and workspaces. I ordered a custom piece for my other friend, a rosary. Go look at the JPA NOLA Etsy store for the cans, stay for the puns.
At Home with Quita or Little Miss Fancy Plans - I love watching her plan with me videos and planner set ups. I even copied her foldout vision board that I’ve tipped into my BuJo. I ordered her Instagram feed planner for use in my writer planner to try and become more consistent with my social media posting.
Black Authors! I know you didn’t think I would talk about supporting small businesses and not talk about the business of being an author. I’ve purchased books from so many authors and used the weight I have with my Kindle Unlimited subscription to support these authors.
