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Small Business Charm: Local East Texas Finds With a Touch of Magic

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A hand-picked collection of small businesses in East Texas that carry a little spark of charm... These places feel warm, welcoming, and just a tiny bit enchanted. Perfect for discovering new favorite spots while supporting small local businesses.
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Enchanted Local Eats

Small, soul-filled restaurants where the food just makes you feel good. From rustic cafés to comfort-food kitchens, these spots offer cozy atmospheres, warm lighting, and meals that nourish both belly and spirit... These are the kind of places you w...
 
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I just love this restaurant near First Monday. The decor is upscale but welcoming. The service was helpful, attentive and friendly. Every dish was definitely elevated, fine-dining. Everything was delicious! I highly recommend this place.
Native Son
 
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This place is EVERYTHING!!! and YES, you definitely NEED the homemade peach ice cream. Definitely come here!! You can even pick your own!!!
Welcome - Ham Orchards | Fresh Peaches | Since 1979
 
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This is one of the best farms in East Texas. Here each jar of rich, creamed honey reflects the hard work of their incredible bees and the care they invest in the process. Every spoonful invites you to savor the sweetness, nourishing body and soul.
Eastside's Honey Shop
 
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Moon Oaks Farm features pasture raises the cutest Painted Desert Sheep. They have fresh eggs, vegetables, fruits, nuts, herbs, canned goods and baked goods. Everything is seasonal so stop in often!!!
Moon Oaks Farm | farm | Wills Point, TX, USA

Cozy Corners and Curiosities...Small Shops to Wonder Through

A collection of boutiques and artisan stalls filled with beautiful things... handcrafted goods, candles, books, local art, and the occasional little curiosity. Perfect for slow browsing, gift hunting, and finding items with personality and soul.
 
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This is my favorite local bookstore! A Wicked Read is a locally owned independent bookstore on the historical downtown Square of Canton, TX. They specialize in used, out-print, scholarly, & collectible books.... But they have everything!!
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What an amazing opportunity to support local businesses !! This place is a real gem! From homemade jams and jellies to fresh milk, bread, cookies, seasonal produce, and even plants—this shop truly has it all! But what really sets it apart is the ex...
The Picket Fence Texas
 
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If you have never experienced First Monday then you are missing out! This is 450 acres of vintage gold, trendy treasures, and unbeatable deals! Join millions for the shopping spree of a lifetime, complete with mouthwatering festival foods, live enter...
First Monday Canton | Canton, TX | World's Largest Flea Market
 
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This shop offers more than just shopping... It’s a place where locals and East Texas visitors can go to browse, reminisce, and learn. The shop is filled with surprising and unusual finds that you will not want to pass up.
Home | The Vintage Trunk

Cozy Glam: East Texas Beauty Spots With a Hint of Enchantment

A collection of salons, spas, nail studios, estheticians, and other self-care havens across East Texas — each with its own inviting glow. These are the places where the atmosphere is warm, the details are thoughtful, and you walk out feeling refreshe...
 
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Brett is amazing!!! She is an aesthetic injector based in Tyler, Texas specializing in providing natural, refined enhancements tailored just for you. She does an amazing job with lip treatments, emphasizing balance, symmetry, and subtle artistry to a...
B Luxe Aesthetics
 
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If you are need color look no further! Chloe is amazing! Her work is exquisite!!!!
Home | Colored By Chloe Reece
 
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Who doesn't love custom lashes!!! Kenzie is awesome!!
Appointments | Kenzie Blayke Frye
 
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If you are looking for a full service salon, this is it!! They have several wonderful stylists specializing in all services, a nail tech, esthetician who specializes in waxing (she’s the BOMB) and facials, and a fine line/tiny tattoo artist. All ar...
Monroe & Co.

Gathered Light & Craft: Local Services With Heart

A list of small-town East Texas creatives and service providers who bring craftsmanship and care to what they do — photographers who capture the warm glow of pine-filtered sunlight, event planners with an eye for charm, repair experts, and anyone who...
 
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If you are looking for a photographer you won't find one better than Laurel. She is professional, dedicated, patient, and her photos are amazing!!! She's been featured in several magazines for her talent.. She also might be the sweetest person in Te...
Lavender Frame Photography
 
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This is one of my favorite shops! It is absolutely beautiful!! Every arrangement is perfect.. every shelf is lined with local treasures! You won't be disappointed
Wills Point Florist - Flower Delivery by The Green House
 
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Now this is exquisite work! If you have a project let these good people help!
Design Creations Woodworking | Custom Woodworking Dallas, TX