the brave birds story Oh, hi! We're Brave Birds, a company started by a mom and two daughters. We're on a healing mission to pay forward the help that got us through some tough times, and to remind you how big & beautiful this world is, to slow down & appreciate every day! 10% of every purchase is donated to charities that are close to our hearts - pediatric cancer research and programs that improve quality of life while kids are going through tough treatments. Kristina, Avery & Emma - the Brave Birds our inspiration Our very own "brAVERY" is our inspiration. Avery was diagnosed with lymphoma at 5 years old, just months after we lost her dad to a heart condition. It was ROUGH to say the least, but now we're delighted to celebrate Avery being 5+ years cancer free. More

Unveiling Our Pet-Passionate Journey: The Heartwarming Story Behind the Best Pet Store in Marin County. Brownie's Pet Boutique is the dream of a young Chilean couple that left everything behind to move into the US to open this store in the charming Larkspur downtown.   After a careful research that includes visiting the best well known Pet Boutiques in the US and assisting to the world biggest Pet Industry Expositions, Brownie's Pet Boutique opened their doors on March 18th 2023.   All our products are carefully studied and selected ensuring we only have the tastiest natural treats, high quality food and local craft made accessories like collars, leashes and more!  We work to ensure we offer our customers the close knit community feeling that characterizes Marin County.  Come to visit us with your doggie & family to meet Brownie, the store owner. Our inspiration to open this beautiful store in this amazing place.

fou / crazy bisou / kiss foubisou is a made-to-order crochet brand marked by unique and one-of-a-kind pieces. Every item in my shop is handmade in San Francisco, with love by me, Lily Foucault. Derived from my last name & the french word for ‘crazy’, foubisou is inspired by all things beautiful, silly, & imperfect. Just like the song Zou Bisou Bisou, foubisou evokes a feeling of playfulness, nonchalance, and femininity. As a self-taught crocheter and lifelong creative, I fell in love with creating crochet as clothing - and had a mission to reinvent the way we think about crochet (I'm looking at you, granny squares). After years of trial and error, learning, and honing in on my aesthetic, foubisou was born - in all of its imperfect, DIY glory. In an increasingly digitized and mechanized world, I am proud to use my two hands to slowly craft garments that can be worn for years to come and passed down for generations. More

Kalme (pronounced call-May) means to calm or soothe in Cajun French, a dying language that our founder’s grandmother spoke. It was named in remembrance of her Maw Maw’s soothing spirit. ----------- Did you know that many mainstream skincare products contain carcinogens, heavy metals, and chemicals that can cause hormonal imbalances, irritation, or even disease? On average, people unknowingly apply over 500 different chemicals to their skin DAILY through cosmetics and cleansers. At Kalme Co, we know how crucial it is to use safe, gentle ingredients, especially for those with sensitive skin and autoimmune conditions. That’s why our formulas are crafted to nourish and enhance natural beauty without any harsh chemicals or questionable ingredients. Our products are safe for even the most sensitive skin types. We also understand life can be hectic, so our products are crafted to be used in multiple ways with minimal effort. We aim to simplify your skincare routine, saving... More

My name is Natalie Joy I am a cyanotype artist living in Sonoma County, California. My botanical blueprints are a celebration of the beauty that lies within the subtle and overlooked corners of nature. Through this art form, I strive to convey the enduring power of nature's creations and to inspire a sense of wonder Each piece serves as a reminder of our intrinsic connection to the world around us and the profound impact that even the smallest elements can have on our lives.  More

The Refill Mercantile Journey Welcome to Refill Mercantile!! So happy you are here on this low waste journey with us! Remember the days when our parents reused everything until it wasn't reusable anymore? My mom would reuse plastic sandwich bags, containers food came in, I wore hand-me-down clothes from cousins and she made a lot of my clothes until I...um... got curves. This was also about the time when she went back to work. Enter TV dinners with all kinds of waste and nothing reusable. This was the late 1980's early 1990's. The age of my friends moms and mine going to work and us kids getting take out or prepared meals. This was also about the time when plastic bottles became a real thing. And we just tossed them! I cringe thinking back to the change but if we knew then what we know now, would things be different? Convenience took over so we could have that short amount of family time that was leftover from working and commuting. Convenience is key! Being a single mom then living... More