SimplyNCgoods ships a box filled with unique products from NC-based artisans and small businesses every quarter – in February, May, August, and November. Our boxes are unique because every item is made by an artisan or small business right here in North Carolina!
The most recent SimplyNCgoods subscription box shipped at the beginning of November. This was our holiday-themed box, featuring products from all over the state that highlighted the seasonal theme.
SimplyNCgoods offers subscription boxes in 2 sizes – The Classic Box and The Mini Box. The Classic Box features 5-7 items, and the Mini Box features 2-3 of the items from that quarter’s Classic Box. All items are made in North Carolina and the retail value of every box exceeds the price. Offering two sizes and price points helps ensure that SimplyNCgoods is accessible to more people, and allows everyone to get in on the mission to help North Carolina’s small businesses thrive!
For the holiday-themed box, we also offered a Jumbo Box for the first time – featuring 8-10 NC-made items. We also included the option for folks to ship their box (of any size) in December, as many people purchase these boxes as gifts. We love being able to ship them directly to the gift recipient, and can even include a personalized note from the sender.
The Classic Box
What were the items included in the November Holiday-Themed SimplyNCgoods Classic Box?
Solstice Herb Farm, located in our hometown of Pittsboro, NC, had a handmade seasonal soap featured. The all-natural fragrances of this soap bring a warm, cozy feeling while also nourishing your skin. Solstice Herb Farm is the owned by Stephanie, and has been bringing herbal magick and love to the skincare world for the past 10 years. Solstice Herb Farm – website, Facebook, Instagram
Chai Street & Co. is a Pakastani woman-owned pop-up business that provides authentic chai experiences in the Triangle area of NC (Raleigh – Durham – Chapel Hill). Our November box included a 3-pack sampler of ready-to-make chai mix, including original and 2 seasonal flavors. This provides a way to enjoy a “hug in a mug” during the chilly winter days. Chai Street & Co – website, Instagram
Vecc of the Woods is a small, family-owned business in Johnston County, NC. They create handmade wood and sweet gum items, using the products found in nature to create beautiful and unique pieces. Sweet Gum Ball Mini Wreaths were provided by Vecc of the Woods for the November SimplyNCgoods box. These are handcrafted with dried sweet gum balls, which are prevalent in NC, and their green color brings to mind a favorite “grinchy” character. Vecc of the Woods – Etsy Store, Facebook, Instagram
House of Morgan Pewter, located in Kinston, NC, is a family business that focuses on art meeting affordability. The family has been creating magnificent pewter pieces for over 40 years, and is committed to hands craftsmanship that brings joy with every purchase. The most holiday-themed SimplyNCgoods box included a shiny snowman ornament from House of Morgan Pewter that is sure to brighten the holiday / winter season. House of Morgan Pewter – website, Facebook, Instagram
Brew Naturals, located in Black Mountain, NC, creates some of Appalachia’s premier gourmet elderberry products. Samara, the owner of Brew Naturals, is committed to working with local farmers to provide products packed with flavor, and offering elderberry-related health benefits. Brew Naturals, along with many of the local farmers they work with, suffered from the impact of Hurricane Helene, and was forced to rely on online orders more than ever to maintain the business. We were excited to be able to purchase their Elderberry Apple Butter to include in the recent SimplyNCgoods box, supporting their small business and bringing their delicious products to more folks. Brew Naturals – website, Instagram
The Mini Box
The November 2024 Mini Box included the following items (that were also part of the Classic Box):
- Chai Street & Co. 3-pack chai sampler
- Vecc of the Woods sweet gum ball mini wreath
- Brew Naturals Elderberry Apple Butter
The Jumbo Box
Lots of folks purchase the holiday-themed SimplyNCgoods box for gifts. These boxes make a great way to support small businesses, share a piece of NC with someone, and have the packing and shipping done for you.
This year, we decided to offer the option for folks to purchase a Jumbo Box filled with 8-10 holiday-themed items. We were excited to see how folks responded to this option, and love being a part of so many people’s holiday season.
In addition to all the items in the Classic Box, the Jumbo Box also included the items described below, as well as an additional “Bonus Item” that varied per box, but still reflected the mission of sharing products made by NC-based small businesses.
Swanky Stitches Studio, out of Cary, NC, creates all sorts of unique accessories and home decor items. The SimplyNCgoods Jumbo Box included an embroidered towel from Swanky Stitches, highlighting autumn vibe of the holiday season. Swanky Stitches Studio – website, Instagram
Dewey’s Bakery originated in Winston-Salem, NC in 1930 and offers traditional baked goods with Moravian roots. Their Moravian Cookies are known to many as “the world’s thinnest cookie” and have been featured on Oprah’s “O List.” The SimplyNCgoods Jumbo Box featured their Triple Ginger Moravian Cookies, bringing some warm seasonal spice to recipients’ plates. Dewey’s Bakery – website, Facebook, Instagram
Conjure Craft Chocolate is a small-batch craft chocolate company based in Asheville, NC. All of their chocolate bars are thoughtfully crafted and hand-wrapped with love. They use organic ingredients and sustainable, Faire Trade cacao to create unique flavors. Even their wrappers are works of art. We were excited to support them following the impact of Hurricane Helene in the Asheville area, and to be able to include one of their chocolate bars filled with seasonal flavors in the SimplyNCgoods Jumbo Box. Conjure Craft Chocolate – website, Instagram
What will be in the next box?
The next SimplyNCgoods box is scheduled to ship on February 4 2025. This box will feature products from more NC-based small businesses and creators.
Orders for that box will close on January 15th, so make sure to place your order soon so you can be one of the first one’s to know “What’s In the Box?”
But wait….
There’s still time to get a holiday gift!!
You can place an order in our online store for a SimplyNCgoods box now and give a gift that keeps on giving. When you order, simply indicate this is a gift. We will provide you with a “gift voucher” via email to share with the recipient, letting them know that something unique is on the way. Then, in February, when the days are short and cold for many, and the festivities from the holiday season have passed, a SimplyNCgoods box will arrive at their door to brighten their day! You will even have a space to include a personalized gift message, which will be included in the box when it ships.
Place your online order before 8pm ET on December 24, 2024 and we’ll send your “gift voucher” to the email used when ordering. It’s a great way to support small businesses and purchase a unique gift from someone you care about (even if you end purchasing a bit last-minute).
SimplyNCgoods is a quarterly subscription box service that brings unique products made by NC-based artisans directly to your door. Learn more at www.SimplyNCgoods.com and be sure to follow along on Facebook and Instagram.