Autism Makers: A Holiday Gift Guide

Alex the Artist, Iowa

Zuggy, in California

Art by Blake Henkel, North Carolina

Planning some holiday shopping? Please consider websites or shops selling goods or art made by or with the help of people with autism and intellectual disabilities.

Please note this list is crowdsourced from our Facebook page and is not vetted by NCSA. Inclusion does not imply endorsement, and omission does not imply any sort of disapproval. We thank Angel Townsend for her assistance in creating the compilation.

Want to add a vendor to the list? Please email us at info@ncsautism.org. Happy shopping!

Popcorn for the People, New Jersey

The Chocolate Spectrum, Florida

Big Al’s Best, California

Be Kind to Everyone, Georgia

Lavender Works, New York

Arizona


Paper Clouds Apparel 

www.papercloudsapparel.com
Women’s Clothing | Men’s Clothing | Kid’s Clothing | Accessories

Seeds for Autism, Arizona

SEEDs for Autism
https://www.seedsforautism.org/shop
Bath | Garden | Gifts | Home | Jewelry | Kitchen | Textiles | Toys

Smile Biscotti
https://www.smilebiscotti.com
Biscotti | Custom Orders

California

Able Coffee Roasters, California

 

Able Coffee Roasters
https://www.theableworkers.com/
Roasted Coffee Beans | Merch

Big Al’s Best
http://www.big-als-best.com/
Dark Almond Toffee | Greeting Cards | Collage Calligraphy | Cell Phone Storage Box | Art Matted

Blissful Seeds
https://www.blissfulseeds.org/
Be Bliss Box | Soap Bars | Bath Bombs | Kitchen Collections | Soap Dishes

Coryell Autism Center
https://www.etsy.com/shop/CACoryellCrafts
Jewelry | Wine Charms

Creativity Explored
https://www.creativityexplored.org
In SF, art by adults with developmental disabilities

Designs By Siri
https://www.designsbysiri.com/
Earrings | Bracelets | Chew Necklaces | Necklace Sets | Coasters | Masks | Lanyards | Montessori | Napkin Rings | Anklets | Wine Glass Rings

Helpers Boutique
https://shop.helperssf.org
In SF, crafts by adults with developmental disabilities

Plant It Again
http://plantitagain.org/
Drought Tolerant Plants

Shane Tarkington Art, California

Shane Tarkington Art
https://shanetarkington.com/
Prints | Mugs | Tea Towels | Tote Bags | Originals | Greeting Cards

The Joey Bar
https://thejoeybar.com/
Nutrition Bar | Apparel

Zuggy
https://zuggyetc.com/
Apparel | Gifts | Treats | Holiday

Colorado

Autism Community Store, Colorado


Autism Community Store

autismcommunitystore.com/collections/weight
Weighted animals and lap pads

Delaware


Waggies by Maggie & Friends
https://waggies.org/
Dog Treats | T-Shirts | Blankets | Gift Sets

Florida


Autism Art
http://asgo.org/autism-art/
Tote | License Plate Frame | Magnets | Jewelry | Lanyard | Scarf | Blanket

Blossom Artisanal Soaps
https://blossomartisanal.com/
Soap | Candles | Bath Tea | Apparel | Gift Bundles

The Chocolate Spectrum
http://www.thechocolatespectrum.com
Fancy chocolates | Holiday cards | Fudge

VICHY’S ART
https://vichysart.com/
Art | Greeting Cards | T-Shirts | Gift Cards

Georgia


Be Kind to Everyone
https://bekindtoeveryone.com/
Adult & Kids Apparel | Decals | Lanyards | Tumblers | Notepad Packs | Wristbands | Gift Cards

Independent Grounds Cafe
https://www.independentgroundscafe.com/
Hot & Cold Beverages | Bagels | Pastries | Frozen Desserts | Merch

The LionheARTSisans Cottage
https://www.thelionheartisanscottage.com/
Mixed Media Collages | Artwork | Pillows | Linen Coasters & Napkins | Pottery | Woodworking Art | Totes | In the Garden | Aprons | Jewelry | Journals | Wine/Gift Bags | Tree Topper Ornaments

The Sunshine Store
http://www.robsplaceforsyth.com/
Christmas Ornaments

Indiana


ART MIX
https://www.artmixindiana.org/buy-art
Book | Easter Goodies | Mother’s Day | Platters | Bowl | Dish | Ornaments | Winter Sculpture | Jewelry | Christmas Trees

No Label at the Table
nolabelatthetable.com
A gluten and dairy free food company staffed by people on the autism spectrum

The Indy Makers
theindymakers.com
Art | Apparel & Accessories | Cutting Boards | Glassware & Mugs | Ornaments | Stationary

Iowa


Alex the Artist
https://alextheartist.com/
Greeting Cards | Holiday Cards | Nativity Cards

JT Fire Starters
https://www.jtfirestarters.com/
Fire Starters

Kansas


Drawings by Trent
https://drawingsbytrent.com/
Art | Cards | Stickers | Coloring Books | Hats | T-Shirts | Socks

Maine


Bring the Salad
www.BringTheSalad.com
Greeting Cards

Maryland


Paper Garden Used Books

www.papergardenusedbooks.com
Hard to find, out of print, used, and rare books

Michigan


Benjamin’s Hope
https://www.benjaminshope.net/
Apparel | Home & Body | Plants

Nevada

Opportunity Village
https://www.opportunityvillage.org/get-involved/shop

Food | Art | Jewelry | Cards

New Jersey


Beloved Bath

https://belovedbath.com/
Candles and bath products that provide meaningful employment for people with autism

Beloved Bath

Greens Do Good
https://greensdogood.com/
Wholesale | Home Delivery | Farm Club

Popcorn for the People
Popcornforthepeople.com
Popcorn | Shirts | Reusable Bags

[ words ] Bookstore
https://www.wordsbookstore.com/ 
Books | Calendars | Mugs | etc.

New York

Good Reasons, New York


Good Reasons
www.goodreasons.com
All natural dog treats

Hurleyville General Store
https://hurleyvillegeneral.com/
Bracelets | Candles | Lotions & Sanitizers | Scarves | Spa & Beauty

Invictus
https://www.weareinvictus.org/shop
Dog Treats

Lavender Works
https://lavenderworks.org/shop
Bath & Body

Mira’s Naturals
https://www.mirasnaturals.com/
Bath Gift Set | Candles | Exfoliating Washcloth | Sanitizing Spray & Room Spray | Lip Balm | Raw Honey

Season for a Reason
https://www.etsy.com/shop/SeasonsForAReason/
Holiday Wreaths | Themed Wreaths | Coasters | Clipboards | T-Shirts

SNACK* Store
https://shop.snacknyc.com/
Cosmetics & Skincare | Coffee | Apparel | Totes 

Special Brothers Beads

Special Brothers Beads
www.etsy.com/shop/specialbrothersbeads
Colorful beaded bracelets with positive messages

Spectrum Bakes
spectrumbakes.org
Sweet Treats | Gift Cards

Spectrum Designs
spectrumdesigns.org
T-Shirts | Hats | Totes | Masks | Custom Design | Gift Cards

North Carolina 


arcBARKS
https://arcbarks.com/
Dog Treats |  Bandana | Hoodies | T-Shirts | Gift Cards

A Special Blend
https://aspecialblend.org/
Drinks | Food | Ice-cream

Art by Blake Henkel
https://artbyblakehenkel.com/
Paintings

Creative Arts Studio - at The ARC of High Point
https://www.facebook.com/CreativeArtsAtTheArcOfHp/
Events

Extraordinary Ventures
https://gifts.evnc.org/
Candles | Bath & Body | Bulk and Custom Orders

Ohio


Growlers Dog Bones
http://www.growlersdogbones.org/
Dog Bones (Treats) | Catnip Spray | Dog Nose/Paw Balm | Horse Treats | eGift Cards

Passion Works Studios, Ohio

Passion Works Studio
passionworks.org
Apparel | Books & Publications | Buttons/Pins | Coasters | Custom Designs | Fine Art | Gift Boxes | Gift Cards | Greeting Cards | Jewelry | Magnets | Passion flowers | Ornaments | Passion PawPaw | Quilts | Specialty Products | Totes | Yard Signs

Oklahoma

The Peaceful Bee, Oklahoma

The Peaceful Bee
thepeacefulbee.com
Sensory-sensitive body products | Soaps | Scrubs | Salves

Pennsylvania

Dukes Delites
www.dukesdelites.org
Healthy dog treats

Evlogia Studio, Pennsylvania

Emmett’s Journey
https://www.emmettsjourney.com/
Art | Cards

Evlogia Studio
http://etsy.com/shop/EvlogiaStudio
Jewelry 

Dolce
https://www.spectrodolce.com/
Sweet Treats | Gift Boxes | Gift Baskets 

Tucker Boys Noveltees
https://www.etsy.com/shop/TuckerboysNoveltees
Greeting Cards | Bumper Sticker | Totes | Socks | Christmas, Hanukkah, Valentine’s Day, and Birthday Wrapping Paper | Ornaments | Mugs | Mousepad | 

Texas


Sloans Spreads
www.sloansspreads.com
Jelly | Jam | T-Shirts

Texas Made Soap, Texas

Texas Made Soap
https://texasmadesoap.com/
Soap | Assorted 4 Pack | Assorted 8 Pack | Soy Candles | Gift Set | Car Freshies | Specialty Soap | Baby Shower Party Favors

South Carolina

DJ and the Imagifriends
https://djandtheimagifriends.com/
Apparel | Drinkware | Hero Collections | Home Sweet Home Collections | Posters | Totes. | More!

Virginia


Cameron’s Coffee & Chocolates
https://every1canwork.com/
Apparel Jam | Mugs | Bakery | Chocolates | Nuts & Granola | Beverages

Thrive Coffee
https://drinkthrive.org/collections/coffee
Coffee | Apparel

Viable Ventures, Virginia

Viable Ventures, Virginia Institute of Autism, Charlottesville
shopviable.org
Candles | Bath Salts | Sachets

Zenaviv
https://www.zenaviv.com/
Holiday Gifts | Jigsaw Puzzles

Washington


Anthony Schmidt Photography
https://anthonyryanschmidt.com/
Postcards | Books | Calendars | Prints | T-Shirts

The Joey Bar
https://thejoeybar.com/
Nutrition Bar | Apparel

Wisconsin


Art by Kelsey
https://www.facebook.com/kelseymcart
Watercolor Art

Puerto Rico

Allianza Autismo


Alianza Autismo (The Autism Alliance)
http://www.alianzaautismo.com/default.asp
Apparel | Lanyard | Jewelry | Magnets | Can Covers

Nova Scotia


The Pearl
https://www.autismnovascotia.ca/pop
Ornaments | Calendars | Jewelry | Totes | Gift Cards | Gift Packs

United Kingdom


Curious Cubs Toys
www.curiouscubstoys.co.uk
Sensory Toys | Toys | Baby & Toddler Items | Musical Instruments | Educational | Outdoor | Water | Messy | Large Play Equipment | Brands 

Melissa Philips Artist
https://www.facebook.com/MelissaPhillipsArtist
Painting & Drawings of Natural World

France


Bottega Mathi Italian Food & Produce
https://bottegamathi.com/
Restaurant | Caterer | Deli

Others

Art by Deon
https://www.ebay.com/usr/artbydeonstore
Art

Beloved Bath

Beloved Bath
https://www.belovedbath.com
Candles | Bath Products | Gift Sets

Jacob’s Ladder
https://jacobsladdershop.com/
Personal Care | Jewelry

Just Art by Elizabeth
https://www.facebook.com/JustArtByElizabeth
Illustrations & Portraits by commission

The Spotlight Project
https://thespotlightprojectco.com/
Jewelry

Joyency

Joyency
https://joyency.com/
Jewelry | Accessories | T-Shirts | ‘Merica and Wooden Flags | Tailgating Games