1.  It helps create jobs. One of the reasons why I hire local artisans to create our  blown art glass  is simply because I sincerely want to do  my part to support local artist here within our community.

2. You get better customer service. Local businesses often hire people with a better understanding of their product.

3. It reduces environmental impact. Making more local purchases requires less transportation which ultimately contributes to less congestion and pollution.

4.I gives us an opportunity  invest in our community. Local businesses are owned by people who live in the community. We have lived in Laguna Beach for over 20 years and owned our family owned business, Laguna Candles since 2003. Local businesses are less likely to leave and more invested in the community.

5. It gives the local business the opportunity to support themselves and the community. Studies have shown that when you buy form an independent locally owned business rather than a nationally owned business more of your money is used to support local business, service providers and farms, which continue to strengthen the economic base of the community. I hope you have a willingness to get to know our brand and I would love to get to know yours. www.lagunacandles.com