As a woman-owned business, we understand and value the importance of uplifting other women-owned businesses. There are so many great businesses near us with a wide variety of goods and services. Part of being a small business owner is helping uplift other small businesses near you to help them thrive and build a strong community. That being said, here are some wonderfully women-owned businesses that we are shining a spotlight on!
Chesterton
Evexia Salt Cave and Spa
This women-owned business puts its focus on well-being and relaxation. Allow us to introduce you to Evexia, a salt cave and spa made from 20,000 pounds of pink Himalayan salt. The wellness spa opened in 2020 after Kimberly Franklin experienced the benefits of Halotherapy on her own. When I first started out as a waxing specialist at House of Bianco in 1995, I met Kim’s sister, Jen. She was getting her eyebrows ready for a trip to Las Vegas, where, as if it were destiny, she met her now-husband, David. Together, Jen, Kim, and David have been Waxi Taxi’s longest cheerleaders, always showing ongoing support for our business. Now, we’re returning the favor!
Want to learn more about booking an appointment at Evexia’s Salt Cave? Click here to find more information:
Nottingham Embroidery
Nottingham Embroidery is personalizing life one stitch at a time! The owner, Nicole, has a passion for bringing her customers’ ideas to life by adding a timeless and unique touch to anything from bags and hats to women’s shirts and sweatshirts. From what started as a small room in her home to a brick-and-mortar location, Nicole is an absolute expert in all things embroidery!
Learn more about personalizing YOUR life by clicking here:
https://nottinghamembroidery.com
Michigan City
Sacred Dunes
Stephanie Gordon is the founder, owner, and medical director of Sacred Dunes. Her journey began when she found relief from debilitating migraines through acupuncture. I have known Stephanie since she completed acupuncture training! Starting in a small room, to her first brick-and-mortar, to finally opening her own clinic, Stephanie uses a holistic approach that merges Eastern and Western medical practices, allowing her patients to experience relief for everyday ailments. We even have a shared family member, as my daughter, Camille, works at her clinic in Admin and Compliance.
To find out more about holistic medicine and acupuncture at Sacred Dunes, click here:
https://www.sacredduneshealth.com
Abigail Hayden Interiors & Design
Abigail Hayden owns a professional design firm in Michigan City. Although she has over 23 years of experience in residential interiors, working in Indianapolis, Chicago, and Detroit, she has just opened her own design firm in Michigan City, Indiana! She is dedicated to bringing every client’s vision to life and has a unique ability to bring out their personality in the space she is designing.
In need of a design professional to bring your vision to life? Read more about Abigail Hayden’s design firm by clicking here:
https://www.abigailhaydeninteriordesign.com
Crown Point
Nordikreations
Phyllis Kalajian is the owner of Nordikreations, a shop dedicated to creating handcrafted Scandinavian jewelry. She began crafting jewelry in her free time in 2006 to raise money for her Swedish club at the time. Phyllis worked in an office for almost thirty years, but eventually gave it up to pursue her passion full-time. Her shop is a neighbor of ours in the Courthouse, providing interesting and unique Nordic items. She provided period jewelry that was featured on the show Vikings, and will also be featured on the PBS show, John McGivern’s Main Streets.
To see unique Nordic jewelry and keep up with Nordikreations, click this link to their Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/Nordikreations
The Crystal Lady
This business is owned by Lori A. La Frey and is a staple in Northwest Indiana. This shop specializes in its wide variety of crystals from around the world. Their crystals are real, and they are dedicated to never having heat-treated, synthetic, or dyed crystals. Established in 2017, they sell a variety of items, including Sage, Palo Santo, Incense, Candles, Tarot and Oracle cards, and more. They are right down the street from the courthouse!
To read all about The Crystal Lady, click here:
https://www.facebook.com/CrystalLadyofCP
The Importance of Community
We are so proud to not only be a women-owned business, but also to uplift and support the other women-owned businesses around us. We encourage you to read all about these businesses and even give them a visit when you have the chance! Remember that shopping small has a big impact.
